Are you tired of looking at the same old decor in your home? Want to spice things up but don’t want to spend a fortune? Fear not, you don’t need to be an expert crafter to refresh your home decor. Here are some foolproof DIY crafts that are easy, affordable, and will add a touch of personality to any room in your home.

1. Painted Picture Frames 🖼️

One of the easiest and most effective ways to refresh your home decor is to paint your picture frames. You can use any color you like to match your home’s existing color scheme, or try a contrasting color to make your frames stand out.

  1. Choose a picture frame that you want to paint.
  2. Remove any pictures or glass that are inside the frame.
  3. Clean the frame so that it’s free of dust or dirt.
  4. Decide on the color you want to paint your frame and get your supplies.
  5. Use a paintbrush or spray paint to coat the frame evenly.
  6. Wait for the paint to dry completely before placing pictures or glass back into the frame.

A picture of a painted picture frame on a bookshelf

2. Customized Coasters 🍸

Coasters are a must-have in every home, but why not add a personal touch to them? With a few supplies, you can create unique coasters that will impress your guests.

  1. Get some plain cork coasters.
  2. Choose a design or pattern you like. You can use stickers, stencils, or even draw a design freehand.
  3. Place the stencil or design onto the coaster and use a paintbrush or stamp to transfer the pattern onto the coaster.
  4. Allow the paint to dry completely before using your newly designed coasters.

A picture showing different patterns on customized coasters on a table

3. Wall Art with Books 📚

Do you have old books lying around that you no longer read? Turn them into unique wall art. Use pages from the books to create beautiful designs that will add a touch of elegance to your home.

  1. Choose a book that you don’t mind cutting pages from.
  2. Choose a design you want to make, like a silhouette of a tree or an animal.
  3. Draw the shape onto the book pages and carefully cut it out with scissors or an X-Acto knife.
  4. Arrange the cut-outs onto a piece of paper or canvas and glue them down.
  5. Hang your new piece of wall art and enjoy!

A picture of wall art created from book pages in a living room

4. Decorative Pillow Covers 💤

Pillows are an essential part of any cozy home, but they can be expensive. Instead of buying a whole new set of pillows, why not create decorative pillow covers that will give your existing pillows a fresh look.

  1. Determine the size of your pillow and cut a piece of fabric that is two inches bigger than the pillow measurements.
  2. Fold the edges of the fabric over and sew them to create a hem.
  3. Use iron-on transfer paper to add a design or pattern onto the fabric.
  4. Sew the fabric into a pillowcase shape and slide your pillow inside.

A picture of a bed with decorative pillow covers featuring a floral pattern

With these easy and fun DIY crafts, your home will have a fresh new look without breaking the bank. Don’t be afraid to get creative and experiment with different colors and patterns. Happy crafting!

A picture of a living room with all the DIY crafts mentioned in the blog in it