We have all experienced writer’s block or dreaded staring at a white canvas or blank sculpture mold – but there are ways to break the creative blocks and get your creativity flowing. Have you ever considered a home DIY project? Engaging in clever ideas around the home will help unlock your buried creativity. Here are 11 inventive home DIY projects you can engage in to unleash your creative mind and input your own personal touch.
Start with a touch of wallpaper. It’s an easy DIY project that can completely transform an otherwise mundane wall. Use a bright, vibrant pattern in a unique design and watch as the room springs to life. This project requires no professional help, just a wallpaper paste and a few steps for a killer accent to your home.
Paint is also a great way to add some pizzazz to a wall or other place in your home in need of some lift. Contrast a white wall with a bold pop of color by painting stripes or an abstract design – if you find yourself with artistic inhibitions, practice your designs on paper before applying them to walls. Bright colours can contribute to a more relaxed, happy atmosphere.
Introduce a mirrored back splash or a mirrored wall. Mirrors reflect light, creating the illusion of a larger space and make a unique statement piece. Spend your spare time zeroing in on this project and see the interesting effects reflected in your home.
What about an artistic window treatment? Custom bedroom draperies can draw attention to a standout window and add tones of personality to your living space. Try a classic trick of hanging drapes from the ceiling or outside the window frame, gathering your drapes at different heights along the sides.
In case you want to give a royal look to your home and opt for a potent setting, luxury curtains are a great idea. Choose something in an understated but luxurious fabric that is striking yet calming. Not to mention that these curtains will add your own stylish touch.
If you’re looking for another amazing way to add a personalized element to your home, why not create a piece of canvas art? Paint or draw a design on a large stretch of canvas and hang it on the wall for a unique statement. Get creative with your design or take a few outside-the-box ideas to make it stand out.
If gardens don’t make you think of creativity, think again. Spruce up any outdoor area with your own little creation. Plant a flower bed, arrange stones, or create an area with accessorised plants for seating under the trees. Harness your personal flair and create a peaceful and welcoming outdoor area.
A new dining room table with flowers and napkins can make mealtimes special and family nights extraordinary. Transform a worn-out table with paint and a few coats of protective finish. With patience and planning, this project can be finished in no time.
Equally important, if you want to give your living room a whole new look you can always makeover an old couch. Stripping and painting an old sofa can add a unique modern accent to your room. Use a few different shades of paint and give each side of the couch a separate shade colour in order to create contrast.
It doesn’t take a lot of time or money to give your home an interesting new look. You can even make fun creations with fabric and twine; a wood chair covered with colourful patterned fabric creates a modern look or a night stand covered in lace can give the bedroom an au courant edge.
Recycled lamps are always unique and you can build one yourself. Taken from a variety of items; a few bottles, a few light bulbs and a little paint can give a second breath of life to mundane pieces acquired from a secondhand store. Place the lamps around the home to add a unique look to any corner.
Ready to add some art to your walls? Why not create your very own photo gallery using the recently framed pictures and old frames you’ve been storing in the basement? Thinking of how to display them in a spectacular configuration can be a creative and fun way of arranging your memories and turning them into a piece of art.
Finally, give your staircase some love. Whether it’s an old piece of wood hand-painted and hung, or a nice wallpaper paste, you can bring joy and a classic look into your home with a little bit of creativity and love. Just make sure that whatever you choose to do fits with the rest of the house.
Want a change in your square footage? Why not rearrange your furniture and accessories? If you’re feeling really bold, try rearranging furniture on a regular basis, as if the décor pieces were your characters in a movie and you’re playing director. This way, you can choose fresh, new spaces to design and decorate every day.
On top of this, what about adding some floating shelves? Hang shelves of various sizes and shapes on your wall, leaving them empty for books or objects or furnishing them with touches of gold or glass – whatever you choose, it will add a unique look to any empty wall.
For all you crafty and creative types out there, you can express your skills by creating an ottoman, stacking 4 wooden boxes and attaching them together. For more design, cover the boxes with a colourful cloth or fabric, or just paint them to brighten up your living space. Crush some old newspapers and plaster them together to create an extra padded seat.
Let your imagination soar by creating different light fixtures. Put together a variety of containers – from clay pots to tin cans to wooden vessels – and fill them with light bulbs or fairy lights. Or take it to the next level and mix magnetism with wire and old pots for a creative piece of wall art.
Looking for a way to bring your outdoors indoors? Try making some shell lamps. You’ll just need some glue, a couple of shells and a lamp kit to make a light that will create a cool vibe in your home. Not to mention that it will also help you bring some of the beach vibes into your home.
Shake things up and bring your décor to a whole new level by weaving a rag rug! Check online to find many tutorials on how to create intricate and colourful rugs from pieces of fabric. These are sure to lift the spirits of everyone – and of course, help you discover your inner creative.
Are you all about colour combinations? Why not give the walls of your room a new life with a chromatic makeover? Pick colours that speak to you, and carefully introduce them to the walls by mixing and contrasting them. With some creativity and a great sense of color, you can create a modern, stylish look.
If you fancy yourself a handyman or handywoman, you can also use this skill to create a unique structure in your home. Think of an outdoor platform frame built of wood and then plush it up with a cozy mattress and a few cushions in the colours of the area. With some effort, you can design a distinct space, ideal for relaxing and gathering with family and friends.
If you want to put your creativity to test, try creating your own furniture. Make your own bar shelf with lights and simple patterns for example. This way you’ll enjoy a personalized experience with no one else having a piece like it. Repurpose recycled wood, bottles, and other old stuff to create a slick, one-of-a-kind furniture piece.
And while we’re on the topic of furniture, why not make your very own bookshelf? Get creative designing it – create unique and unexpected shapes or unique curved paths the eye will follow. Opt for different sizes and different heights while crafting it, or experiment with the finish and use your creativity to create the perfect design.
Want to bring the outdoors in? Craftingside tables, stylish stools or planters made of pinecones and acorns – wood slices are a great way to add a personal touch to your home. Add some hedge foliage or carpet moss, if you want to create a cozy atmosphere.
Are you ready for a new and improved kitchen space? Even if you think it would be expensive to remodel, there are always alternatives. Use some paint to create a backsplash with a unique pattern, add bold hardware, or invest in new appliances to bring a contemporary feel in the cooking room.
By tackling these DIYs, you will find that your creative juices are flowing more freely, and you’ll be filled with inspiration for the next project. So what are you waiting for? Unlock your creativity and get started!