Team DIY project designer Katie Leporte challenged herself: How many cool home-decor projects could she create with a sheet of veneer? The answer: A lot. Keep clicking to find inspiring photos of her projects--as well as PDF downloads of the patterns so you can make them yourself.

Click here to check out some of the veneer types Katie used for her projects.

DIY Tip: Veneer comes in hundreds of varieties. Many are available at local home supply centers. You can pick up a big roll of oak, birch, or maple veneer for less than $40. (A roll is more than enough to complete most of the projects shown here.) Or visit a specialty wood store or online supplier for exotic styles, such as teak, rosewood, leopard wood, and more.

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