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Amazing Kmart hacks that stunned the Internet

The department store always delivers. - by Grace Back
  • 26 Sep 2017
Amazing Kmart hacks that stunned the Internet
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Kmart has never let us down in the decor department - in fact, it's where most of us turn to when we need a little home lovin'. 

Here are 14 amazingly clever Kmart hacks that are sure to take your home to the next level.

1. Candle Holder - $7

This candle holder can be turned into a unique vase! Plus, with lots of colours to choose from, you can find one that suits your home decor.

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kmart.com.au
bridalbouquetsbybrie View Profile
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* ENGAGEMENT BLOOMS * White, green and copper floral arrangements for Meghan & Darren's engagement party last night at @prahranhotel

2. Table - $15

Uplift an ordinary Kmart table by using a marble covering to create an instantly expensive looking piece!

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kmart.com.au
hannah2503 View Profile
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My latest #kmarthack using their vinyl contact - updated these old side tables 👌🏻

3. Wall shelf - $19

For all those wedding planning out there, this hack is for you! Take a wall shelf and turn it into an amazing his and hers wedding wreath. 

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kmart.com.au
myalee_ann View Profile
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A little DIY with a hula hoop and fairy lights from kmart and floral from spotlight 💗 #mr #mrs #wreath #blooms #thankskmart #kmarthacks #spotlighthacks #ourengagment

4. Oasis bench - $45

For the ultimate in outdoor living, try painting this Kmart bench to suit your home and give it a unique edge.

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kmart.com.au
belinda_leigh_design View Profile
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A new bench seat for the hallway...now to get someone to make me a cover for that cushion 😊 thanks @niftysurfer for putting it together for me after I painted it "white" of course #diy #homedecor #kmarthack #design #white #myhouse #cantsew #whatcolourshouldicoverit

5. Baby play gym - $17

So, this one is more of a makeover than a hack - but this mum did such a good job transforming this baby play gym that we couldn't NOT include it.

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kmart.com.au
homelearningfrombirth View Profile
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Play gym hack i have been working on for little miss 💞 Every pregnancy I have "needed" to have the nursery completed to feel ready for birth but seriously this room will be a nappy changing station for 2 years 😂 #cosleeping #nurserydecor #37weekspregnant #kmarthack

6. Marble adhesive roll - $3

This hack is incredible! Try using Kmart marble adhesive roll on bench tops, to create a sleek and expensive look.

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Beth Milburn

7. Laundry hamper - $12

Make like this fun mum and decorate an ordinary laundry hamper with fluffy and colourful accessories to make it compliment a room.

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kmart.com.au
studiodiy View Profile
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✨ GIVEAWAY CLOSED! Congrats to @karleebowenyo, you won!!!!!! We'll be in touch shortly! ✨ I've teamed up with @happiest_baby to give away a SNOO!!!! 😱😱 The SNOO is the first "smart" sleeper and it has been a lifesaver for us!! It has a swaddle that hooks in so baby can't rollover 😅 AND it imitates sounds/movements of the womb to comfort them. 🙏🏻 Kinda like your own personal night nurse!!!! 👩🏻‍⚕️🍼Arlo LOVES his and now you can win one too! To enter: 1️⃣ Follow @happiest_baby + @studiodiy 2️⃣ Leave a comment here tagging a friend! 3️⃣ You can enter as many times as you'd like (tagging one friend per comment!) Open to US residents only!! Giveaway ends Friday 4/21 at 11:59pm PST! ($1160 value!!!) #happiestbaby #SNOOnation

8. Towel rack - $19

A Kmart towel rack can also double as a toy organiser. This mum used shower curtain rings from Kmart, as well as the towel rack to create an easy and cute addition to her kids playroom.

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kmart.com.au
Joëlle Skinner

9. Create your own fascinator - $10

Are you heading to the races anytime soon? You can make your own fashion-forward fascinator using Christmas decorations from Kmart!

victoria_mua_ View Profile
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Time to spill the T on my races head piece ☕️ totally inspired by a metal bow head piece that @nadiabartel wore (that I ADORED but I could never afford) I made mine out of Christmas decorations from Kmart 😬😂 I wired them together and stuck them to a $8 head band from collette 🔗✂️ #kmarthack #peninsulacup

10. DIY bed canopy - $9

If you're wanting to add a fun touch to your children's rooms, why not try this DIY canopy that one Kmart mother figured out! All you need is a black tablecloth.

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View Profile
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Instagram post by kotiin * Sep 25, 2017 at 7:30am UTC

11. DIY ice cream kit - $3.50

If you're looking for the perfect kids activity, why not use Kmart's small canisters to create your very own ice cream kit. Fill the canisters with various ice cream toppings and let your kids go nuts!

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kittyjmorgan View Profile
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Super excited about my DIY Ice cream kit for an upcoming birthday! Has gummi bears, crushed Oreo, chocolate chips, mini m&ms, sprinkles, chocolate and caramel sauce, cones, measuring spoons and an Ice cream scoop! #Kmarthack #yum #hopetheyenjoyit

12. Bamboo step stool - $19

This is genius! A mother has used her Kmart step stools as little tables for her babies.

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kmart.com.au
hayleyaholland View Profile
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Greatest Kmart hack ever 🙌🏼 #kmarthack #stepstool #perfectdinnertable #toddlerdinnertime #kmart #kmartaus #blakeandscout #twintoddlers #twinsisters

13. Two drawer side unity - $35

Create your own individual bedside table by adding a unique flare to the draw fronts. 

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kmart.com.au
felicity_jf View Profile
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Kmart hack! Before/After of the Kmart bedside table using the prettiest pink sparkly contact also from kmart! . . . #kmart #kmarthack #makeover #furniture #create #creative #project #drawers #sparkle #pink #pretty #kmartaus #kmartaddict #hack #kmartaustralia #ifyoulikeitlikeit #interior #decor #instahome #homedecor #home #sparkle

14. Round pedal bin - $25

Another one for the marble lovers! Use Kmart's marble adhesive to give your bin a new spin.

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kmart.com.au
coreydickie View Profile
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Today's hack, rusty metal patched bin to black marble new look bin 😎 #kmart #kmarthack #hacked #marblewrap #blackmarble #oldbin #newbin #thanksmum

Now you can go and try these for yourself!

This article originally appeared on New Idea.

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