As we look to spend more quality time together, I feel the need to find some fun projects and add touches of handmade charm to the most used spaces in our home.
I get this itch every year and always end up searching for the same basic things to get my family’s creative juices flowing.
Below are a few of my absolute favorite ideas for creative, fun, and easy DIY home projects you can enjoy with your kids!
1. Bottle Cap Wind Chime
Okay, how charming is this? This is a DIY project that the kids can totally handle on their own. I just love that the metal bottle caps become the perfect material for a wind chime.
They create such a soft and hypnotic sound when a breeze comes through. Plus, they’re so colorful! It would look amazing in the backyard, on a verandah, or even as sweet bedroom décor.
2. Twig Bowls
These rustic and chic bowls are such a great addition to any modern interior space. I think this project is just perfect for some creative parent and child time.
You will definitely need some time and patience for this one, but it’s a super easy project that’s even great for younger children to help with.
3. Upcycled Planters
I have to say, recycling is always a win in my book. You get to save some money and help out mother earth at the same time!
You can instill those amazing recycling values in your kids by getting them involved in fun activities like this one.
Just turn some odd plastic bottles and containers lying around the house into these colorful, fun, and totally eye-catching planters!
4. Colourful Jar Organisers
Isn’t this just the best idea? You can turn junk jars and bottles into these functional and super pretty organisers.
I love that these colorful jar organisers can help manage your child’s clutter while also adding a pop of color to the room. All you have to do is clean and dry the jars, then dress them up with some bright paint colors.
5. Recycled Birds Feeders
What a great way to attract birds to your garden! These colorful and bright bird feeders are a fantastic nature-friendly project. You get to recycle trash while feeding the birds at the same time.
The bright colors and whimsical figures will give your garden such a fun and magical vibe.
6. Burlap Painting
This is such a simple and easy DIY home project that lets your kids explore the art of painting. I think it’s so clever to use burlap for the canvas and some used frames, which makes it super affordable too.
You’ll just need some paint and paper to cut out whatever patterns or shapes you want to create.
7. Pompom Rug
How yummy is this colorful pompom rug? It’s just perfect for playing or lounging around comfortably on the floor. I adore how its bright colors bring a fun aesthetic into the room.
This would be ideal for a kid’s bedroom, the nursery, a playroom, or even the family room.
8. A Pallet Playhouse
I think this project is the perfect way to introduce your child to carpentry. Let them learn the basics of woodworking by building a fun pallet playhouse together.
You just need a few pallets and some nails to put it all together. Of course, you’ll want to supervise the children when they’re using carpentry tools. The younger kids can have a blast doing all the painting!
9. Yarn Ball Lights
These pendant lights are so elegant and beautiful, they would perfectly complement a stairwell, hallway, or even a grand foyer. The delicate yarn balls are surprisingly easy to make.
All you’ll need is some yarn, glue, a few balloons, and a free weekend. This is such a great bonding idea with the kids.
10. Recycled Bike Wheel Garland
How pretty, ingenious, and charming is this?! These bike wheel garlands will instantly boost the charm and attractive factor of your home.
First, clean and paint a discarded bike wheel. Then, just arrange flowers, leaves, twigs, and animal figures around it.
These would look absolutely great on your porch or in the yard, and your little girl will definitely want one for her room!
11. Old Tyre Planters
This is such a fun way to add color to your garden. These bright and durable recycled tyre planters are a game-changer.
Instead of just tossing out old tyres, you can turn them into these vibrant garden accents. I love that the stacked tyres give some height to your landscaping, and the colors add a sense of fun and excitement to the backyard.
12. Concrete Planters
I am so drawn to these modern and stylish concrete planters. They are ideal for both indoor and outdoor plants.
You can either let the cool, natural concrete texture shine or finish them off with some paint. It would be so fun to get inventive with different shapes and designs!
13. Rock Painting
Seriously, what could be more creative than turning a useless, ugly lump of rock into one of these beautiful art pieces?
I love that you can mix bright pastels with shiny metallic paint to achieve such eye-catching and gorgeous designs. This is one of those projects where you just let your creativity rule!
14. A Backyard Swing
Adding a fun element to your backyard is always a good idea, and what’s better than installing a swing? This classic backyard feature is so child-friendly and functional too.
Whether you or your child is in the mood for a fun ride or just some relaxing time outdoors, a swing will always come in handy.
15. Confetti Tray
You can totally transform an ordinary serving tray or coffee table tray into this colorful and fun accent piece.
You will just need some confetti made from colored paper cut into small pieces, some transparent glue, and a couple of hours to spend on the project.
Just line the bottom of the tray with glue and sprinkle it with confetti until it’s all covered. Then let it dry!
16. Recycled Wood Art
I just love decor that feels rustic, creative, and beautiful. A simple, home-made work of art like this will instantly add so much character and warmth to your home.
Using recycled wood as the canvas, this uncomplicated piece delivers a bold, innocent, and sweet vibe to your home interiors.
17. Painted Mirror
This is such a great way to elevate a boring wallpaper mirror into a stunning and funky wall feature. I think it adds so much character and a personal touch to the interiors of your home.
You can have your own design using colors that match the interiors of the room. So clever!
18. Twig Planters
You can add such a beautiful and rustic touch to your indoor décors with these twig planters. They are so easy to create, and you can enjoy making these charming planters with your kids.
Just start by gathering some twigs, then clean and cut them according to the height of the plant container you want to dress up. You can finish the twig planters off with paint, varnish, or just leave them as is.
19. Knot Pillow
I am obsessed with these! They are so modern, chic, and trendy. These knot pillows are an easy-enough way to add a pop of color to modern interiors.
They would be a great addition to your child’s bedroom, the living room, or even for outdoor areas. You can start with basic knots and then progress to more complicated and fascinating designs.
20. Metallic Leaves Bunting
Every day is a special day, and this fun DIY bunting is the perfect way to celebrate it! I think it’s just right for bedrooms or the family room.
You can decorate your home with a festive bunting that is also eco-friendly. Just collect some beautifully-shaped leaves, clean and dry them, and then spray them with your favorite paint colors.
Pastels and metallics are my top favorites!
21. Pompom Curtain
This home DIY project only needs your creativity and some free time to bond with your child. I love that there are no special skills or equipment necessary.
You just have to buy several skeins of yarn in different colors. This is a great idea for your daughter’s bedroom window or as some fun wall décor.
22. Rainbow Fence
What a perfect way to beautify your outdoors! This whimsical and fun project is just right for a backyard play area fence.
You can get your children to help, let them choose the colors and paint the lower portions of the fence. It just makes me smile!
23. Rocky Tins
Using discarded tins as planters is such a smart idea and will save you a lot of money, but that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck with unsightly planters.
You can give your recycled tin planters a new spin by adding rocks to the sides. These rocky tin planters are so charming, modern, and elegant.
24. Crate Wall Organiser
Are you looking for a way to add storage, use up wall space, and manage clutter? I know I always am!
This crate wall organiser is ideal for rooms that get prone to clutter, like the family room, play area, or your child’s bedroom. It’s cheap and easy to assemble, so you can spend an afternoon putting up the shelves with the help of your kid.
25. Jar Lanterns
These charming lanterns are just great for outdoor lighting or some bedroom mood lighting. Using recycled jars, you can create these amazing lights with just a little creativity.
All you have to do is clean and dry the jars, tie some twine around them, and then paint the jars with chalk paint in your favorite colors.
When you remove the twine, it creates that charming detail on the jar. Love it!
26. Disco Ball Planter
Talk about elevating your hanging planters! This is such a fun way to give them some shine and glitter. This disco ball planter gets its shine from cut tinsel that’s painstakingly glued to its sides.
You can even opt for different tinsel colors and shapes. This is such a fun and easy project for creative kids!
27. String Art
Here’s a fun and creative project for the youngsters. This super affordable yet stunning home décor can be a fun collaboration between parent and child.
You can both plan the design, the parent can plot the nails on the board, and then the child can finish it off with the strings. A total winner!
28. Shaggy Rag Rug
I’m a huge fan of repurposing old clothes, beddings, or cloth pieces into a gorgeous rag rug like this. First, you cut the cloth into pieces, about an inch wide and five inches long, or longer if you want a shaggier rug.
The second and final step is to tie the cloth strips onto a mat mesh. Once you’ve covered the mesh with cloth strips, you’re done! So easy.
29. Paper Mosaic
This is a wall feature that looks amazing but is actually so easy to make. You can tap into your kid’s creativity to make this eye-catching and colorful accent.
It’s made out of colored paper cut-outs, and you can either make your own colored papers or just use pages from old magazines.
30. Pebble Bathmats
I love these pebble bathmats. They feel so organic, refreshing, and are a really easy-to-assemble home project with the kids. You can start the fun by gathering smooth rocks or pebbles.
Then just arrange and stick the pebbles to a rubber mat, and finish it off by spraying the mat with clear spray paint.
31. Fun Pots
Let’s have some fun with the pots! This is a great chance to let your kids’ creativity loose with some garden pots and paint.
They’re so colorful and bright, and these funky pots can brighten up any garden, any day. You can also do the same for your indoor plant pots, too.
32. Wall Candle Holders
These are so quirky and eye-catching. I love when you can get creative and make something beautiful out of trash and unusable things.
These romantic wall candle holders are made from recycled wood planks and old, discarded iron ladles. They’re beautiful and functional. Perfection!
33. PVC Shoe Organiser
This is a home project that is both functional and fun. This PVC shoe organiser will use up empty wall space, help you organise clutter, and it’s eye-catching too!
It makes storage fun, efficient, and stylish. You can use colors that match the room interiors perfectly.
34. Geometric Wall Paint
I love the idea of glamming up a vacant wall with fun and trendy paint designs. This is ideal for your child’s bedroom, and you can let them choose the colors and collaborate on the designs.
This pretty geometric wall is achieved by using painter’s tape to create those clean lines and perfect shapes.
35. Plastic Cap Mural
Wow! Can we talk about this stunning and mesmerizing work of art? It’s actually made out of discarded plastic caps!
Various sizes and colors of plastic caps provide the color and design for this vibrant wall feature. I’m ready to start collecting those caps now!
36. A Treehouse
I truly believe every child should have the gift of a treehouse. A fun, safe, and engaging backyard play area encourages a healthy rough and tumble, creativity, and an active lifestyle later in life.
You can make such great memories by building their treehouse together!
37. Popsicle Sticks Shelves
You can generate new space-saving shelves and a captivating wall décor just by using popsicle sticks.
This eye-catching and easy-to-assemble wall feature can be in any shape and size you can imagine. You can finish it up with varnish or paint as you prefer.
38. Popsicle Sticks Lantern
What a captivating and gorgeous addition to any room! This chic floor lamp is made from popsicle sticks.
They’re stacked alternately to serve as the lantern shade, and you and your child can create your own unique shape and design. Just make sure to let a skilled professional handle the electrical aspects of the lamp.
39. Tin Can Lights
This ingenious and beautiful home project will cost you absolutely nothing. All you have to do is collect, clean, and dry some used cans from around the house.
Using a small nail and a hammer, you can bore holes into the sides of the tin can. These holes create mesmerizing patterns and light projections when you light candles inside the cans.
I think these are great for outdoor mood lighting.
40. Button Bowls
These are so playful, colorful, and easy to make! This DIY button bowl is a safe and engaging project for the kids. All you need are some buttons, a strong glue, and a balloon to use as the mold.
You can collect odd buttons you find around the house or just buy a batch of colorful ones.
41. Fabric Wall Tiles
These elegant and sleek wall accent squares are surprisingly easy to make and super affordable.
You’ll need a few cloths in different pretty prints, a plywood or cardboard base, some tacks or nails to secure the cloth, and wooden frames that you can buy at any craft or hardware store.
42. Wine Corkboard
I’m telling you not to just discard wine corks in the trash! This ingenious recycling idea lets you save money, help save the environment, and gives you a functional, unique, and attractive corkboard.
You can add your own personal touches to your corkboard with a little paint and some special pins.
43. Rolled Paper Frame
I’m a huge fan of turning trash into something creative and delightful. This colorful and beautiful wall feature is made out of rolled paper.
By using the colorful and glossy pages from old magazines, you can create a unique and eye-catching accent for your home.
44. Pallet Swing Bed
A swing bed would be such a delightful addition to any backyard. This pallet swing bed is easy to install and won’t cost much at all.
You just need a cleaned and dried pallet, some strong ropes for hanging, and a strong and secure beam or tree branch to hang the swing from.
45. Garden Lights
You can light up your garden with these charming homemade lights or tin can candle holders. They can be hung along the fence, placed on the ground or tables, or strung up for romantic evenings.
All you need are clean recycled tin cans, a nail and hammer to punch holes for the design, and a little perky paint for some color.
