IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

There’s absolutely no shame in using frozen meatballs! In fact, I’m here to tell you it’s one of the smartest shortcuts you can make in the kitchen.

Whether you grab a bag from IKEA (those Swedish meatballs are legendary for a reason!), Costco, or your local grocery store, frozen meatballs are a total game-changer for busy weeknights. Here’s why I love them: they’re pre-seasoned, perfectly portioned, and cook up in minutes.

Plus, you can substitute frozen meatballs in almost any […] The post Quick & Easy Meatball Recipes: 17 Ways to Turn a Bag of Frozen Meatballs Into Dinner Gold first appeared on IKEA Hackers .

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

One of my favorite parts about hosting Christmas is preparing the table (and I don’t mean the food). I dress things up the night before, making sure everything is just right.

My main focus is on the centerpiece since it tends to anchor the rest of the design. The first step for curating the perfect Christmas centerpiece is deciding on your tablescape’s overall vibe.

Will you go with a sparkling, snowy look or a more traditional, vintage Christmas? Maybe you […] The post This Year’s Must-Try IKEA Christmas Centerpiece Ideas (5 Favorites) first appeared on IKEA Hackers .

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

When Marlena Schubert’s little girl asked for a dressing table, she jumped into action. The creative mom responded with a super-easy DIY kids vanity.

After all, why go out and buy a kids dressing table when you can make one instead (especially when you can do it for under $100)? After strolling through IKEA, Marlena decided on the ELLOVEN monitor riser as the springboard for her project.

The rest all seemed to fall into place — with glue. You read […] The post Mom’s Genius IKEA Hack Turns $30 Stand Into Kids Vanity first appeared on IKEA Hackers .

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

A Dutch camper modified her IKEA ANTILOP high chair with shortened legs, creating two seating heights from one chair. The ANTILOP high chair is basically a small kid’s camping essential.

We’d bring ours everywhere: picnic tables, camper benches, garden patios. It’s weather-proof, you can hose it down, and it takes up almost no space in your van.

But here’s the thing—sometimes you don’t need a high chair. Sometimes you need a low chair that tucks under your camping table.

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

Just in: The polar vortex is acting up again, and meteorologists are forecasting a colder, snowier stretch than usual in the weeks after Thanksgiving. Translation?

It’s officially time to get serious about cozy. I’ve already started my cold-weather ritual: restocking the hot cocoa stash, airing out my snuggly sweaters, and wearing my favorite fuzzy socks.

If you’re doing the same (or wondering where to begin), you’re in exactly the right place. With a few clever IKEA hacks, your home can […] The post Cold Weather Incoming—But These IKEA Hacks Are Seriously Warming first appeared on IKEA Hackers .

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

A €35 IKEA home data center that’s been running perfectly for 15 years Ever wondered where to hide all those blinking boxes, tangled cables, and humming devices that keep your smart home running? Building a data center doesn’t require a dedicated room or professional setup.

This clever IKEA hack transforms a simple IKEA PS cabinet into a fully functional home data center that’s both practical and apartment-friendly. Meet 6rylou, a Paris-based hacker who solved the eternal struggle of computer equipment […] The post He Hid His Entire Home Network in IKEA Furniture first appeared on IKEA Hackers .

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

Now, here’s a hack that really makes you do a double-take. I didn’t even recognize the after-pic.

Jenna Townsend (@touch.of.townsend) wanted a “lived-in apothecary look” without the high price tag that typically comes with it. She transformed IKEA’s basic TARVA 6-drawer dresser into an antique-style showstopper that looks like a completely different piece of furniture.

It’s also relatively simple to do if you have basic DIY skills and patience. Jenna offers this inspirational wisdom to other DIY dreamers: “With the […] The post This Boring Dresser Is Unrecognizable After This Vintage-Inspired Hack first appeared on IKEA Hackers .

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

‘Tis the season to frantically figure out the perfect presents for friends, family, coworkers, and even the family pet. But wait!

You still need money for those pesky bills. Maybe you’ll try your hand at DIY presents this year (oh, wait, you need time for that).

Indeed, finding gifts that please your pals and balance your budget can be a slippery slope. But it doesn’t have to be.

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

I love cake. I mean, LOVE it.

I also love to bake, so put me in front of a mixing bowl or some cupcake tins, and I’m happy to oblige. I started with a few basic tools to get me through several tried-and-true recipes.

However, I wanted to expand my skills, which meant expanding my baking station. If you’re like me and you love to whip up tasty sweets, treats, and baked deliciousness, then this is the list for you.

IKEA Hackers • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

Think built-in shelves are impossible in a rental? This renter-friendly IKEA hack proves otherwise and it costs a fraction of custom carpentry.

If you’re a renter, adding built-ins to the living room might seem about as achievable as catching smoke with your bare hands. But these IKEA hackers found a way to do it, and make it look easy, too.

When Tye Street @tyeesha.s and her partner moved into their new apartment, they faced two big challenges: squeezing as much […] The post These Renter-Friendly Shelves Deliver Tons of Storage! (It’s IVAR!) first appeared on IKEA Hackers .

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