DIY projects don’t have to be intimidating! With these straightforward projects for beginners looking to add something special to their home, there’s no excuse not to give DIY a try.
Installing open shelves is an ideal DIY home project for beginners that does not require power tools. Just be sure to use a stud finder so your DIY home project remains stable and safe!
1. Loom Bracelet
Loom bands have taken the world by storm and 6-year old Miss M was eager to join in the fun. Hobbycraft offered this kit complete with loom, hook and 600 assorted bands along with an instruction leaflet that she could follow easily.
She started with a basic single loop bracelet before moving on to bridge-style and waterfall bracelets, complete with instructions that detail exactly where each band goes and how to form various patterns such as starburst patterns.
Create the illusion of rainbow stripes by alternating two bands of one colour with two bands of another colour for an eye-catching striped design. There are endless possibilities!
2. Rustic Coasters
Paint can be an engaging DIY home project for beginners. A little tape and spray paint can turn an unassuming wooden mirror into something stylish and luxurious!
Even if you can’t install new kitchen cabinets, painting your pantry door can make for an excellent DIY project for beginners. Not only will the results look impressive; you’ll gain a fresh new look without spending much money!
An easy home project for beginners to undertake themselves is drywall patching. Although it might look intimidating at first, learning to patch walls yourself is much simpler than you think and can even save you money when compared with hiring professional services! Check out online videos on how-to instructions. It will save time and money!
3. Color Block Crayon Candles
Have any broken crayons lying around? Why not turn them into beautiful candles to reduce waste while recycling old crayons! Candle making can be a fantastic way to put those old crayons to good use and reduce waste.
Sort crayons by colors and break them up into small pieces; this helps streamline the melting process and ensures that your candles will have attractive and harmonious hues.
Melt wax and crayons in a double boiler over medium heat, adding any desired drops of candle fragrance or essential oil. Once mixed, pour out an even layer of the mixture into a glass votive, placing a candle wick at its center for drying time of 20 to 30 minutes.
4. Fairy Garden
Create an inviting water feature in your garden to attract fairy visitors by creating an entrancing water feature – such as a stream, creek or pond with natural-colored stones and pebbles – fairy visitors love water and will flock to picnic there; consider installing a bistro set as well.
Broken planters can easily be transformed into whimsical fairy gardens with live moss for less money and waste than buying new planters would cost. By creating something from what would otherwise be waste, this creative repurposing saves money while decreasing landfill waste.
Create a whimsical fairy garden with a theme. Try adding elements like mini labyrinths or meditative sandboxes. Just like fairies do their daily tasks, add lavender plants for scenting clotheslines and walnut shells for fairy bowls to complete this beautiful landscape.
5. Wooden Pencil Holder
Beginner woodworkers cannot go wrong with making a wooden pencil holder! This easy project adds rustic charm to any desk or home office!
Open shelves are one of the hottest design trends right now and they can be easy to build yourself! Painting it exactly to your desired specifications makes this an easy DIY project to get you acquainted with power tools and saws – use your stud finder and drill to start building! Don’t underestimate what can be accomplished in just a few hours of hard work!
6. Wooden Signs
Add some personality and creativity to your home decor with a wooden sign! This creative project will not only make your living space feel more welcoming but will also show off your artistic side. Inspiration Made Simple provides step-by-step instructions to create personalized signs.
Find colors you like and apply a thin coat of paint or stain to your workpiece. Once it dries, wet distress the surface using a damp cloth in order to reveal any hidden colors underneath.
Choose your lettering – hand letter or stencil as per your personal taste; when choosing stencil fonts make sure it suits the layout of your sign.