The difference between a house and a home is all in the details you add yourself. It’s those personal, custom touches that really make a space feel warm and lived-in, not like some generic hotel room.
One of the best ways to infuse your personality into your place is by creating pieces for it yourself! If you’re ready for some inspiration, you’re in exactly the right spot.
Check out these gorgeous and creative DIY home décor ideas that are sure to get you started!
1. Crate Coffee Table
Got some fruit crates lying around in your backyard? Don’t even think about tossing them. Instead, you can turn that trash into a totally beautiful coffee table.
You’ll just need some plywood for the base, four cleaned and dried crates, and nails to put them all together.
A little varnish will finish off the project perfectly. I love that you can even add wheels for mobility!
2. Hexagon Wall Shelves
These striking hexagon wall shelves do more than just decorate the wall; they also help contain clutter and serve as a great display platform.
The beehive pattern is so attractive. The brown and orange color combination is really pleasing to the eyes.
3. Weaved Tabletop
You can give your living room a really nice makeover by adding this rope-topped center table. I think using jute or hemp would give it a more rustic look.
For a more polished finish, you could go with linen and nylon ropes.
4. Driftwood Chandelier
How creative, charming, and beautiful is this? This very pretty and romantic driftwood chandelier just needs your creativity and a little bit of time.
Find a sturdy, well-shaped piece of driftwood, then clean and dry it. Using a thin metal chain, you can hang recycled bottles that hold candles and plants.
5. Fabric Headboard
You can add a snazzy flair to your bedroom with this quick and easy DIY project. Just frame a piece of plywood cut to match your bed size, cover it with a thin foam, and then wrap it with your choice of fabric.
The best part? You can change the fabric as often as you like!
6. Beachy Candle Holder
This easy-to-create candle holder is pretty enough for candlelight dinners, bedroom mood lighting, or even as an outdoor accent light.
You will need to half-fill a large glass bowl with sand. Then, decorate it with seashells, coral pieces, and stones before setting the candle holder right in the middle.
7. Succulent Wall Planter
This sophisticated-looking succulent wall garden is actually really easy to make. You can use flat tins or even aluminum baking sheets for the container.
You’ll also need glass panels for the fronts. Fill the container with white gravel, which you can find at most pet shops. Finally, line the gravel with your favorite succulents.
8. Geometric Barn Door
Barn doors are so on-trend for their farmhouse charm and space-saving features. This spruced-up barn door is totally eye-catching and unique with its slats and that light fern shade.
I love the idea of creating your own design using materials that are already available.
9. Tin Lanterns
This is such an easy, quick, and no-spend DIY home décor project. First, collect and wash some discarded tin cans. Wrap them with colored paper and then drill one hole near the rim.
You’ll pass a length of twine through it to hang the lanterns. Light some candles inside, and your lanterns are ready to go!
10. Old Bike Wheel
Recycled items are so popular for DIY home décor, and this is a great example. It’s very quirky and so pretty! You can turn an old bike wheel into this attractive and fanciful wall feature.
Just clean the wheel and spray paint it with copper. Let it dry thoroughly, and then dress it up with flowers, leaves, or twigs.
11. Succulent Planter
This DIY succulent planter is so attractive and easy to make. It will give your home a pretty pop of color and a touch of farmhouse charm.
All the materials are recycled and available in most homes. You’ll just need a couple of hours to put them all together.
12. Pallet Window Box
Window flower boxes have been with us for centuries, but they still continue to amaze and surprise us with their charm and beauty. Pallets are so common in DIY home décor.
You can build your own window flower boxes with pallet boards. I like the idea of skipping the paint for a more natural and rustic look.
13. Framed Plants
You definitely don’t have to be into botany to enjoy this creative and stunning framed plants décor. For this project, you’ll need glass panels, frames, and your choice of leaves, flowers, or plants.
Carefully arrange the plant to preserve before you press it between two glass panels.
14. Wine Cork Board
You can show your love for good wine with this resourceful and functional DIY home décor. Just arrange and glue the corks into a shallow, circular aluminum pan.
Then glue a length of hemp twine around the pan, and you’re done! You can start pinning notes, reminders, images, and cards.
15. Hula-hoop Chandelier
Whether you’re decorating for a party or for every day, this hula-hoop chandelier will absolutely make an impression. Using strong duct tape, attach fairy lights around a sturdy hula-hoop.
To hang it, tie twine or rope to at least three points around the hoop’s perimeter, join the ropes, and secure them.
16. Modern House Number
This sleek and rustic modern house number can be so easily DIYed. For the base, you can use recycled wood that’s available in your house.
You can buy the aluminum digits from most hardware stores. They are also available in matte black, silver, chrome, and gold.
17. Minimalist Planter Stand
This is an easy and modern DIY project perfect for the modern home. Using an inch-thick piece of wood, put together open cube frames of varying heights.
Sand the frames for that sleek, minimalist look. Then you’re ready to put up your plants!
18. Yarn Orbs
Colorful, eye-catching, and fun! Yarn orbs are so easy to create. You’ll need spools of yarn in your pick of colors, glue, and balloons. Blow up a balloon to the size you want your orb to be.
Then dip the yarn in a water-and-glue mixture and wrap it around the balloon. Once it’s dry, just pop the balloon and carefully remove it. Done!
19. Golden Toy Frame
This is one home DIY project you can create with your discarded plastic figure toys. Instead of throwing them away, you can immortalize them into an avant-garde picture frame.
Collect and glue the toys around the frame, spray paint it with metallic paint, and you’re finished!
20. Jute Towel Holders
These towel holders are just as functional as they are decorative. You will only need about an hour to finish this project.
First, braid a length of jute twine, knot the ends, and then attach it to the wall with some hooks. That’s it!
21. Crate Shelves
Can you believe this sleek and stunning wall shelving is made from used wooden crates?
After being carefully cleaned and sanded, the crates are arranged, put together, and painted before being installed against the wall. This would fit right into any modern home design.
22. Macrame Wall Feature
This is such an easy wall project that will give your interiors an arresting hippie vibe. You can get creative with colors and designs using macramé ropes.
Try mixing and matching two or more colors, weaving the ropes, or just letting them hang loose.
23. Driftwood Fish Wall Feature
You can show everyone your ocean spirit with this creative and attractive driftwood wall project. Just collect and dry some driftwood.
Using a strong glue, assemble the wood pieces into the shape of a fish. You can get even more creative with other shapes, too!
24. Shutter Planter
Got some discarded shutters you’re about to throw away? Hold on to them and transform them into this charming wall planter. Just paint and sand the shutter to achieve that charming shabby chic finish.
Then, round up some used bottles and secure them to the shutter with metal clamps. Add your choice of flowers or plants!
25. Mason Jar Scones
This rustic and charming DIY project is also very current and millennial. Young hipsters would absolutely love this mason jar project! Clean and paint a piece of wood, then add a hook to one of its ends.
Paint and sand some mason jars for a shabby chic flair. Using some jute twine tied around the rim, hang the jars against the prepared wood boards. All that’s left is to add your favorite greens or flowers.
26. Garden Pebble Mosaic
You can give your garden and front yard an instant facelift with this pebble mosaic. This DIY project will just need your time and patience in collecting, sorting, and arranging the stones.
But the result is a picturesque walk that your guests will surely notice and admire.
27. Wood Slice Nightstand
Quirky, exceptional, and unforgettable! This simple DIY project will give your room so much character and lots of rustic charm. Find a good-sized wood slice.
Then, clean, dry, and either paint or varnish it. Drill three holes around its rim and pass ropes through to hang it.
28. Framed Branch
This is so rustic, affordable, and unique. This eye-catching wall feature will give any room a one-of-a-kind countryside look.
Find a good-shaped branch, carefully cut it vertically into three parts, and then assemble them into three frames. A little varnish will add extra shine and protect the wood.
29. Dream Catcher Mobile
So charming and whimsical. This project is creative and beautiful. You can buy colored feathers and thin metallic threads from your favorite craft shop.
Collect some twigs in your backyard and create a circle with them. Hang three or four feathers to a line, then hang it around the twig circle. I think it’s best to hang the mobile where there’s a breeze.
30. Pallet Nightstand
This nightstand is functional, creative, and beautiful. To make this space-saving piece, you’ll need a couple of pallet boards, some basic carpentry skills, and a couple of free hours.
Just cut and assemble the wood, varnish it, install it, and then attach the lamp. Easy!
31. Rustic Serving Tray
Serving trays are so handy for transporting meals, dishes, and other small items. If you make it pretty enough, a serving tray can also be a decorative feature in your home.
This farmhouse-styled serving tray is made from pallet boards and a pair of cabinet door handles. The plaid feature makes the tray unique and adds to its charm.
32. Modern Concrete Planters
Geometric concrete planters are totally in vogue. The natural shade and basic shapes are right in line with the wildly popular minimalist design trend.
You can use molds you find in the house, like ice cream tubs and other used plastic containers. A little paint with golden accents gives them a hint of luxurious style.
33. Bicycle Wheel Chandelier
This project adds a strong industrial vibe with a hint of vintage. This recycled bicycle wheel chandelier is both creative and striking.
The wheel is painted with matte black. Then, you attach thin gold chains to create a cascading shape. In the middle, just hang a plain bulb light.
34. Porch Lantern
Charming, striking, and so easy to make! You can dress up your porch with this cutesy porch light. You will need a few pallet boards, nails, paint, and a lantern.
I love the idea of decorating the lamp holder for any occasion – like Halloween, Christmas, or Valentine’s!
35. Pallet Picture Frames
So charming, nostalgic, and creative. For the base, you put together some pallet boards and paint them with white for that shabby chic finish.
Using a different color, you repeat the process on the picture frames. All that’s left is to choose your best photos to display.
36. Window Vase
You can dress up your windows with this charming glass and wood hanging vase. Using some pallet wood boards, create a square frame.
Then, drill some holes on the top side where you’ll be hanging the glass containers. Add flowers of your choice!
37. Branch Lamp Stand
No lampstand? No problem. Just find a tree branch that can serve as the stand.
Tie a glass bubble light with twine and wrap it around the branch, letting the pendant light hang from the top end. It’s so minimalist, rustic, and naturally beautiful.
38. Seaside Windchime
So charming and whimsical! You don’t need to spend a penny on this easy-to-create windchime. Just gather up some seashells, driftwood, and coral pieces.
Wash and dry them thoroughly before stringing them all together. Then, get ready for some melodic sea tinkles.
39. Wood Wall Art
This stunning work of art is a mix of artistry, patience, and basic woodworking skills. You’ll cut wood with angles on one end and flat on the other.
Then, individually paint the blocks using several colors. Finally, arrange and glue them to a base.
40. Hexagon String Room Divider
This project might look complex and time-consuming, but it’s easy enough once you get the hang of it. First, create hexagons with inch-wide thin wood slats.
Attach two hexagons with small nails, allowing space between the pairs. Then, whorl bright-colored strings through the nails between the slats to create a web.
