Have you ever wanted to get into the home DIY projects but were unsure of the supplies or how detailed you can go with such projects? Well, the truth is that there are a ton of great projects you can do with just a few supplies! For those looking to spruce up their home the fun way, here are some great ideas that you can do without breaking the bank and can use with just a few supplies.
If you’re looking for an easy way to do some interior redesigning, hand-painted curtains is one amazing way to go. Just grab some fabric paint, a couple of plain curtains, and a few sponges or brushes and you’ll be good to go. Create your own one of a kind design with the fabric paint, or go with something more classic like polka dots for a happy and uplifting vibe in the room.
If you’re an ambitious crafter looking for another easy project, then try making a floor mat. All you need is a piece of canvas fabric, some fabric glue, and any type of embellishments you’d like to add for a really cool design like fun tassels, buttons, or patches. It’s a fun and easy project that won’t take too much time to whip out and shows off your style.
For those feeling adventurous, why not try your hand at upcycling some furniture? Just one or two pieces can add spark and vibrancy to your home. Find a used table, chair, dresser, or other piece of furniture and start sanding and painting – no need to break the bank on brand new furniture pieces. Choose a couple of bold hues and spruce them up with some stenciling, and you’ve got yourself some bold statement pieces to show off.
Are you a fan of shiplap walls and wanting that same bright open aesthetic to your home without any of the extra work? You can get the look with just some simple wallpapers and a few supplies. Just choose an easy to apply wallpaper, grab a few supplies like a level, ruler, and scissors for precise cutouts, and voila! You have yourself an achievable and beautiful shiplap wall that doesn’t take a lot of effort or the extra expense of the installation.
Ready for a home renovation but no time to harvest heavily? Try turning a side room into a cozy den using some brightly colored rugs and cozy holiday lights. Equip it with a comfy couch, some throw pillows, and a great coffeemaker, and you’ve got a room ready for those nights when you just want to curl up with your favorite book.
Does your kitchen need a good old upgrade? You might think that repainting a kitchen is labor-intensive and expensive – but it doesn’t have to be so. All you need is a good color palette, some brush sponges, and some small brushes. This is a relatively easy project you can do by yourself, using just a few supplies. Be creative and play around with different color combinations until you find the perfect fit for your kitchen.
Know any shelf-less walls in your home that are in desperate need of exciting shelves? Making your own shelves may seem like a daunting task but, in reality, you can quickly make an eye-catching wall-shelf with just a few wooden boards, some glue, and a few nails. All you have to do is cut the boards to the desired length and shape, glue and stack them together, and mount it on the wall. Now you have a sturdy and stylish shelf that could give even the store-bought shelves a run for its money.
Do you want to spruce up your backyard? This is a great DIY project you can easily do with just a few supplies and a few spare hours. Hang fairy lights in the garden or string some lanterns in the yard for a cozy atmosphere at night. Get a few colorful cushions and throw them around under the treehouse and enjoy the little oasis you’ve created.
Do you have any garden chairs that could use a good repainting? It’s one of the easiest and cheapest projects to take on. Grab some paints and a paintbrush, lightly sand the flock chair to get it nice and clean and just start spraying the paintbrush with different colors and have fun with it. Once you’re done, you’ll have a garden chair that looks almost like new without spending on the pricey furniture store chairs.
Upcycle an old trunk to make a unique bedside cabinet. All you need are a few paints, adhesives, and pastel sandpaper and you can easily create a cabinet you won’t find at the furniture store. Give the perfect vintage touch with some vintage-looking knobs and you’ll have a memorable bedside cabinet.
Make your own abstract art with some simple supplies. Grab some canvas boards, acrylic paints, yarn, glue, and a few other supplies that you can find at your local store. Start by spreading the glue around the canvas boards, then sprinkle some of the yarn in different colors until your canvas board is full. Once done, let it dry, then cut out the excess captioning to keep the shape and glue it. Now you have yourself a glamorous abstract art piece.
Are you looking for an affordable and creative way to organize your shelves? Why not make your own cappuccino-colored rope baskets? All you need is a length of rope, a hot glue gun and, if you want some personality, a few vintage charms, coins or any other interesting object you can think of. Start by tying the rope into loops and securing it with glue and attach any charms you’d like. Let it dry and you’re all set.
Do you have a boring bedroom door? dress it up with some paint and a few supplies for an easy and budget-friendly door décor. Use a few bright colors of washable paint, a few brushes and sponges, and maybe some stencils if you’re feeling adventurous and you can give it a unique facelift in no time.
On the hunt for a unique way to display your jewelry? A wooden, vintage-style clothespin frame is a great project you can do with just a few supplies. You won’t need more than a wooden clothespin frame, paints, a few wooden clothespins, and a couple of small nails and screw to hang it on the wall and keep your jewelry neat and tidy.
Want to give your home an outdoor feel without the added expense of a backyard? Try a simple outdoor bar. All you need is a wooden base or a table top, a few wooden fixtures and a few embellishments of your choice. Attach the wooden fixtures and decorations to the wooden base and you’ve got yourself a vintage looking bar to hang from the wall in your home.
Love the vintage café look but don’t have the budget or the time to remodel your kitchen? With just a few supplies, you can easily transform your kitchen into a vintage-style café. Look for fun storage solutions like old jars and tins, gingham material, and some accent pieces like tea towels, kitchenware, and china. Add a few plants here and there and you can transform your kitchen into the cafe of your dreams in no time.
Do you have a blank wall that needs a bit of sprucing up? Try hanging a few mason jars with string art. You can make your own with a couple of strings, a few mason jars and some painting. Paint the mason jars in funky shades and bring out your creative side by making a small and fun piece of wall art. Hang it up, and voila! Your wall is now looking brighter.