Easy Diy Home Decor Craft Projects

If you're looking to add a simple update to your space, you'll enjoy these DIY crafts for home decor! Easy for beginners on a budget.

Today I was looking around at my decor and wondering if there was anything I wanted to change. I've lived in my house for four years and to be honest, I haven't done much to the place since I first decorated. I haven't even added any accessories for the most part; but now I think I might be looking for a little something different!

Every now and again I feel like a home is just in need of a little refresh. And I feel that it's about that time for my some of my decor. But I'll be honest, I don't want to spend a lot of money making changes. That's when it's time to turn to crafting, my friends!

I've decided to scratch my itch for something "new," I'd put together a list of DIY crafts for home decor. A list you can refer to when you need an easy and budget friendly refresh. Not only are these home decor ideas inexpensive, all of them can be easily customized to match your decor (colors, size).

There are a variety of DIY home decor items here from wall decor to furniture to painting and more. A lot of them use Mod Podge, but not all of them do.

If you ready to start a DIY home decor project and spice things up a bit, grab one of these craft ideas. I'd love for you to pick your favorite and let me know what it is – especially if you've tried any of these ideas. Keep on reading!

DIY Coffee Bar Sign

Make a farmhouse style, DIY coffee bar sign in a few easy steps! This Rae Dunn style sign is perfect for beginners.

Easy DIY Tassel Throw Blanket

Photo Credit: Heather Thibodeau

This DIY tassel throw was extremely quick and easy to make - and it was inexpensive to boot! Grab a brightly colored blanket and some colorful yarn to make over your space.

DIY Hanging Shelf

Photo Credit: Lindi Vanderschaaf

If you have a bare wall that is just in need of a little something, this shelf is a perfect idea. Simple to do with some basic tools and the leather hanging straps are so cool!

Easy Rustic Blanket Ladder

Photo Credit: thecraftingnook.com

If you have a nice collection of blankets to display, you can build this blanket ladder for $10 - $15 and three hours on your hands! It's a perfect easy woodworking project that makes a big difference in your decor.

Farmhouse Style Coat Rack

Photo Credit: thatcozylook.com

I love coats and have a ton of them, so I always need a place to hang them! I love that this farmhouse style coat rack is easy to make and doubles as wall art. It looks good when nothing is on it!

Magazine Collage

Learn how to make a collage with Mod Podge! This magazine collage is easy enough for anyone to make, and it can be personalized to your style.

DIY Headboard for Under $15

Photo Credit: Jenny Davis

If you have a guest room that needs a revamp, this headboard is going to be the perfect way to do it! It's not only inexpensive to make but it's lightweight to hang.

DIY Outdoor Bench

Photo Credit: Steve Carrell

Use $35 in wood and supplies to make this perfectly modern DIY outdoor bench that looks like a $1,300 Williams Sonoma find. No nails or screws required! It's listed as outdoors but you could use it indoors too.

DIY File Cabinet Makeover

In this DIY file cabinet project, we'll show you the easy way to do a revamp with fabric! This filing cabinet makeover is SO cute.

Decorate a Wooden Stool

Have a wooden stool that needs a makeover? I made this decorative step stool with pretty paper and Mod Podge. It's really EASY to do!

DIY Desk Using a Door

Photo Credit: Jodi House

If you have cube storage (Target and IKEA sell them!), you can add a door for the top and make the most useful desk! It's a lot easier than you think using basic woodworking tools.

Build a Huge Chalkboard

Photo Credit: Pam Dana

You'll love this detailed step-by-step tutorial teaching you how to build a huge chalkboard on a budget! This is perfect for a kid's playroom, kitchen, laundry room, mud room or main family room.

Photo Transfer to a Pillow

Learn how to transfer images to fabric using Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium! You'll love the results, and you can do any image you like!

Vintage Globe Revamp

Learn how to customize a vintage globe with your favorite images from children's books - this is such a unique craft for home decor!

Decoupage Fabric Onto Shelves

Give those boring shelves a complete makeover - decoupage fabric with Mod Podge Hard Coat - this is an easy and budget friendly project!

Canvas Art with Plastic Animals

This cute, mini DIY canvas art with plastic animals is such a fun and easy idea! It's perfect for a nursery, kids' room, or craft studio.

Easy Ten Minute Throw Pillows

Photo Credit: Ananda Yankellow

Even for someone who has very little sewing skills, these envelope throw pillows are the easiest things to make. From cutting the fabrics to sewing takes less than 10 minutes!

How to Cover a Lampshade

Learn how to cover a lampshade with fabric and Mod Podge! This is such an easy home decor project.

Decorative Switch Plate Covers

Learn how to decorate light switch plates using Mod Podge and fabric! This project is easy, even for a beginner - and what a cute addition to your home decor.

Pallet Picture Frame

Learn how to make a pallet picture frame with Mod Podge photo transfer medium! This is perfect for farmhouse or rustic decor.

Paint Your Brick Fireplace

Photo Credit: Katie Lamb

I'll be honest, I love me some painted brick! I just think it looks so modern and refined. If you'd like to make a big difference in your decor, painting brick is a great way to go, and you can get all the tips.

Stair Railing DIY Makeover

Photo Credit: Melissa Woods

I've never made over a stair railing, but honestly it's one that I would love to try. You'll love this simple tutorial, and this makeover completely changes a room.

Build a Simple Bookshelf

Photo Credit: Megan Taylor

Have you ever found a furniture piece that you loved, but it was out of your budget? This happened to Megan recently with a bookshelf from West Elm. She decided to use the West Elm piece as inspiration for this simple DIY home decor project.

Vintage Travel Coat Rack

Learn to make a vintage coat rack from a plank and some small plaques. This DIY coat rack uses travel themed graphics - so fun!

DIY Wood Striped Wall

Photo Credit: Taryn Whitaker

If you have a large wall that you don't know what to do with, this DIY home decor with wood panels is going to make a big difference! It's inexpensive and I love how it completely makes over a room.

Vintage Map Decoupage Letter

This DIY craft for home decor is so easy to do with a map and Mod Podge. Make one or more letters; it's a very simple project!

Easy Roman Shade

Photo Credit: Katie Bower

This is done with a tension rod and simple sewing skills - plus it's reversible! Even if you are a beginner, you'll be able to tackle these shades, and they'll make a big difference in your window.

DIY Decorative Books

Learn how decorate book covers with fabric and Mod Podge. This handmade idea will look great with your decor.

Scrapbook Paper Wall Art

Use cool scrapbook paper and cut pieces of wood to make fabulous DIY wall art in minutes. This craft is so easy and looks great on the mantel!

The Easiest Burlap Wreath Ever

Photo Credit: Amy Clark

This no-sew, no-glue, no-cut burlap wreath tutorial is the perfect DIY for decorating your door! Wreaths always make a big impact, and this is no different.

Stacked Log Fireplace Insert

Photo Credit: Elizabeth Bear

What do you do with a fireplace when it's not in use? Cover it with this (semi) faux stacked log insert! This makes a big difference in a room and is really easy to create.

Decoupage Bookcase with Fabric

Brighten up a shelf with fabric in this fun decoupage bookcase project! You'll be surprised at how easy it is to do with Mod Podge.

Budget Friendly Poster Hanger

Photo Credit: Pretty Life Girls

Use scalloped wood trim and magnets to make the most budget friendly poster hanger ever! Get any trim you like and your favorite stain color to customize.

DIY Lace Mason Jars

Make DIY lace mason jars in less than an hour! This craft for home decor is perfect for fall decorating and goes with a variety of themes.

Painted Rug Inspired by West Elm

Photo Credit: Katie Nathey

If you love area rugs, you know they are a great way to completely change a room with color and texture. Make this painted rug on a budget - choose the paint colors that match your decor!

Easy Initial Wall Art on a Budget

Create personalized initial wall art with an old budget frame, fabric and Mod Podge. I added Pearlized Sealer for an extra special touch.

Make a Floor Cloth

Learn how to make a DIY floor cloth using linoleum and your favorite fabrics. A perfectly unique alternative to a standard rug!

Napkins on Candles

Learn how to decoupage flower pots using napkins and Mod Podge! This easy craft adds beauty to your home decor.

DIY Tribal Painted Baskets

Photo Credit: Megan Kapple

My latest thrift store makeover was so simple but I'm loving it! These DIY tribal painted baskets add a nice touch to your home decor.

Makeover Boxes with Mod Podge

Learn how to makeover boxes with fabric! You'll learn how to Mod Podge fabric to cardboard in this easy tutorial that anyone can do.

Cute Personalized Door Mat

Photo Credit: Pretty Life Girls

Add your favorite saying to the front of your home with this colorful and cute personalized door mat project! It's way easier to make than you might think.

DIY Rustic End Table

Photo Credit: Vineta Jackson

Build this simple DIY rustic end table with just a few 2x4 and 2x2 boards! Get the woodworking plans to make this easy DIY end table today.

Make a Felt Ball Garland

Photo Credit: Jennifer Neri

Don't buy a felt ball garland when they are SO easy to make! Use felt balls and embroidery floss to add colorful and fun to an unexpected spot in your home

Decoupage Chest of Drawers

This decoupage chest of drawers uses vintage themed bird graphics along with some paint to make a show stopping piece of furniture!

Make a Table Lamp

Photo Credit: Steve Carrell

Learn how to make a DIY table lamp – out of old ribbon spools! You can use this tutorial to make a lamp out of anything. It's easy and you don't have to be an electrician.

Photos on Canvas

Use Mod Podge to decoupage your favorite family pictures on canvas. These DIY canvas pictures are a great budget way to decorate!

Make a Mirror Frame

Photo Credit: Steve Carrell

Make a farmhouse style DIY mirror frame for your plain clip bathroom mirror. Learn how to frame a mirror the easy way – you only need basic woodworking skills to accomplish this project.

Bottle Wall Vase

Display fresh flowers and herbs in your home this summer with an easy-to-make DIY wall vase using a recycled bottle and cut wood.

Paint Kitchen Hardware

Photo Credit: Angie Holden

It's hard to believe what a difference painting hardware can make! If you're looking to make a change, Angie will show you how to do it the easy way - even if you're a beginner.

Decorate a Goodwill Tray

Learn to decorate a tray with this simple tutorial! You're going to love the before and after of this $3 Goodwill find. SO easy to do.

Headboard from Wall Panels

Photo Credit: Cathi Murray

This DIY headboard is made from three square, wood, decorative wall panels. This project is easy-to-complete, can be installed in less than an hour, and it's budget-friendly!

Easy Wood Plant Hanger

Photo Credit: Lidy Dipert

Use a plywood block to make this simple and modern DIY plant hanger – you'll have a few of these hanging in your home before long!

Which of these DIY crafts for home decor is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

Easy Diy Home Decor Craft Projects

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