DIY novices may feel intimidated by all of the home improvement jargon and fear of making mistakes; but learning a few helpful tricks and tips can make all the difference!
Paintable baseboard cord channels make it easy to conceal unsightly wires with the same finish as your walls, while spray paint transforms a plain mirror into an eye-catching accent piece.
1. DIY Fairy Garden
Fairy gardens provide more than just decoration – they also encourage sensory play that encourages children to expand their imagination and flex their creative muscles, as well as sow seeds of self-regulation and happiness in them.
Create your own terrarium fairy garden easily using an old soup bowl, moss base and decorative items from around your home. Your creation will look inhabited by miniature people!
2. DIY Color Block Crayon Candles
DIY candles are a fun and creative way to reuse broken crayons, as well as being an engaging project for both adults and kids (with adult supervision). Making one is straightforward by following these easy steps of melting crayon wax in jars.
Tie your wick string around a pencil and dip it in melted wax until desired number of layers have been achieved.
3. DIY Sofa Arm Table
An easy sofa arm table project that keeps snacks, beverages, and remotes close at hand! Just measure the width of your couch arm and cut wood pieces accordingly.
Use a Kreg jig to drill pocket holes at one end of each side board, using pocket screws of appropriate sizes for easy assembly. Sand and paint the pieces if you wish.
4. DIY Chalkboard Wall
Making any wall into a chalkboard adds value and sophistication to any room, yet is an effortless DIY project. To accomplish this transformation, frame a wall with trim that is simple to apply or remove for this simple undertaking.
Let the trim dry before painting with flat latex primer and applying chalkboard paint in thin layers – be sure to regularly wipe your brush! When painting with chalkboard paint, be sure to spread out even layers by wiping often and layering up.
5. DIY Mason Jar Oil Lamp
Oil lamps are essential tools for preppers and homesteaders alike. Not only do they offer reliable lighting in times of power outage, they can also serve to repel bugs from entering your house.
Make a mason jar oil lamp easily by screwing on its lid and inserting its wick. For added flair, consider embellishing your lamp with pine cones, flowers, holly leaves or berries before pouring your oil inside the jar.
6. DIY Photo Booth Props
This prop will encourage your guests to get creative when taking selfies and pose creatively for photographs. Plus, it serves as an easy craft project they can all partake in together!
Create your own template on heavy-duty cardstock paper (or print one out) then trace and cut out each shape, adhering it with glue to a stick for easier handling – an incredible party favor!
7. DIY Prism Mason Jar Candle
Learning to drywall or pave your patio might take more time and money than you have available, but that doesn’t mean simple DIY projects can’t make a significant impact in your home.
Add an eye-catching new element to your decor by making this easy mason jar prism night light. Not only is it affordable and quick, but the results look fabulous!
8. DIY Bath Bomb
Make it fun and easy with homemade bath bombs! Their flexibility means they can be tailored for different fragrances and colors easily.
Combine dry ingredients in a medium bowl. In a separate small glass jar, mix wet ingredients. Gradually drizzle this into the dry mixture while whisking constantly.
Start by tightly packing the bath bomb mixture into your desired mold, and allow to set for at least 24 hours before attempting to open.
9. DIY Magazine Holders
Uncluttered magazine stacks can quickly become disorganized; using this unique rattan magazine rack from Morena’s Corner as an organizer project is an engaging task with minimal resources needed for completion.
For this magazine rack project you will need two materials – an antique tennis bracket and wooden crate – along with stain to finish off its construction. Stain them, attaching them together.
10. DIY Medicine Bottle Holders
Created a Wood Ladder may not be an easy DIY project for novices, but once completed it will look fantastic anywhere! Hang it in your bedroom or near the front door for an instant and easy upgrade!
Do not let your yarn and needles tangle together into an unmanageable mess – instead use a medicine bottle as seen in this tutorial from Condo Blues to organize your craft materials!