DIY home improvements can save money and add pride. But not all projects are suitable for novice DIYers.
DIY art ledges are an easy and enjoyable way to display framed photos and prints in your home, and far less time-consuming than creating a gallery wall.
1. Sofa Arm Table
If you enjoy lounging on your sofa but find it cumbersome to hunt through crumbs to locate the remote or balance a hot drink and paperback with one hand, a sofa arm table may be exactly what’s needed to provide that much-needed relaxation space.
This easy wood project fits easily over any couch arm to hold drinks, snacks or decor – and its mitered box joint edges provide enough support to withstand seasonal expansion and contraction.
2. Garden Shelves
Shelves may not be at the top of your mind when it comes to outdoor storage solutions, but they can make a significant impact in your garden. Carrie from Curb to Refurb made an eye-catching round shelf from old cheese boxes.
Installing shelving in your shed or garage allows you to tidily organize items while freeing up floor space. A Piece of Rainbow offers these simple wooden shelves with rope detailing for an inviting homey aesthetic.
3. Mail Organizer
Hanging mail organizers can be invaluable tools in helping to organize your living area and streamline mail management, while adding an elegant touch to home decor.
For maximum flexibility, select an organizer with multiple tiers or slots. For instance, this wall-mounted organizer features three sorting trays and key hooks – making it ideal for entryways and mudrooms.
4. Entryway Shelf
Make an attractive entryway shelf with hooks to store hats, coats and other gear off of the floor in no time at all! A quick DIY project that only requires two to three hours to finish successfully; perfect even for smaller entryways!
Ronja from Nur Noch created an exquisite shelving display from recycled wooden trays by painting them golden and fastening them onto the wall using fasteners that drive into their back edges to fasten into wall studs.
5. Magnetic Chalkboard
Are You Writing Shopping Lists or Leave Sweet Messages on DIY Chalkboards? Whatever the occasion, this DIY chalkboard provides an effective solution. Just ensure to season it by using traditional chalk to rub over its surface first before drawing on it!
Magnetic chalkboards are double-layered products featuring steel cores with chalkable surfaces on both layers for writing on. You can find these boards at many hardware stores.
7. Mason Jar Oil Lamp
DIY Jar Lamp – Fun Summer Project This easy summer project makes an attractive table decoration. Simply arrange decorative items in the jar, fill with water, and layer vegetable oil on top!
Create the wick by coiling wire into a coil that’s 2-3 inches taller than your mason jar – add this, along with a floating wick, to your mason jar lamp and enjoy your new lamp!
8. Photo Booth Props
Photo booth props add an unexpected and whimsical element to photos, providing guests with memorable experiences that stand out from the ordinary. From spray-painted gold for an added splash of glamor or playfully designed three-eye stencil designs, photo booth props make each photo momentous!
Frames make the perfect DIY photo booth props, adding dimension and encouraging attendees to take selfies. Decorate them in line with the theme of your event for an eye-catching backdrop and seamless appearance.
9. Mason Jar Candle
Candles add an inviting and warm ambiance to any room, and can also make great presents for friends and family. Making candles yourself is one of the easiest DIY projects you can start, and they can be made using different containers.
Create your own mason jar candle designs by decorating with ribbons and labels or glass paint to add unique designs on each jar.
10. DIY Bath Bomb
Make these fizzy bath bombs for yourself or as homemade gifts! They’re easy to create, smell great, and contain natural ingredients that nourish skin health.
Add baking soda, citric acid and cornstarch to one bowl and whisk well before gradually pouring in your wet ingredients and stirring slowly with additional water as necessary if your mixture starts fizzing prematurely.