Rustic Home Decorations You Can Create with DIY Projects

DIY projects are a great way to add a personal touch to your home’s décor.​ If you’re after a rustic look, there are plenty of ways to create it with a few extra materials and a few creative ideas.​ Here are just a few suggestions for bringing that cozy vibe into any room.​

For a simple approach, try a modestly-sized pallet.​ Upcycle an old pallet and hang it on a wall.​ You can paint it, string lights and hang plants from it, or use it for storage.​ Pallets add an instant rustic aesthetic to any room, and they’re versatile enough for you to customize in whatever way you like.​

Paint it, refinish it, or distress it.​ Transform an old chest of drawers, sideboard, or table set into a rustic statement piece.​ You can use an abrasive tool to wear away at the edges of your furniture to create a distressed look, or paint it white or another light color and apply a few artistic touches with a sponge.​

Upcycle old bottles.​ Repurpose vintage bottles into vessels that can be used in a vignette, bathroom, or your kitchen.​ Whether you’re displaying greenery, dried flowers, or a liquid of some kind, the bottles themselves can be a great way to add rustic charm to a room.​

Create an artwork.​ If you’re creative, make a piece of art yourself.​ Hang it up with wire or string and be unconventional.​ Wall hangings with nature-inspired prints or industrial-like sketches are great rustic décor options.​

Add a bit of faux fur.​ Bring some texture into the room with throw pillows, blankets, and rugs that have a faux fur design.​ It’s a great way to add a cozy, rustic look that’s still inviting and comfortable.​

Hang wall sconces.​ Another simple hack for creating a cozy ambience in any room is to hang a wall sconce on either side of your sofa or bed.​ It adds a rustic element to the décor, while still being quite practical.​

Light it up.​ Candles are key when it comes to achieving a rustic look.​ Add a few to your mantel, bookshelf, or breakfast nook, or fill a vintage lantern with tea lights and hang it in a hallway corner.​

Try some textured accessories.​ By adding a few accent pieces like baskets, rope bowl, and lanterns to your décor, you can add a rustic theme to the room.​ Mix and match different textures to create a unique look.​

String lights.​ Whether indoors or outdoors, string lights will give your space a homely, rustic charm.​ Hang them up in a room or wrap them around a tree or fence in your garden.​

Introduce some brick.​ For a dramatic and rustic statement, opt for a brick wall inside the house.​ Complete the look by introducing wooden furniture and a few natural elements.​

Bring nature home.​ Live plants and flowers are an easy solution for bringing life into any room.​ Place them in vintage-style and rustic-style containers to complete the look.​

Mix and match.​ If you’re going for a specific theme, make sure to mix and match different styles to achieve a cohesive look.​ Wall decorations, furniture, and other décor pieces should all be complementary.​

Create a gallery wall.​ Collect up all your rustic-style and vintage-style frames and hang them up on a wall.​ Mix and match frames and incorporate photographs, postcards, and any other favorite mementos.​

Go for an open-plan kitchen.​ Remove the walls between your kitchen and living room for an open plan – it adds a nice touch of rustic, even if your décor is quite modern.​

Upcycle old furniture.​ If you don’t have the budget for shiny new furniture, why not go for something a bit antique-style? Upcycle old wardrobe, bookcase, shelves, or chairs to the design you love.​

Bring forth the wood.​ Wood furniture is another key component when introducing a rustic vibe.​ Whether it’s a dining table, shelves, or cabinetry, don’t be afraid to try something in reclaimed or distressed wood.​

Intro some color.​ Play with color – this will bring warmth to the room.​ Choose colors such as pastel green, mustard, or lavender mixed with some shades of wood for the furniture pieces and decorations.​

Introduce a vintage-look mirror.​ A vintage mirror will give your room a more rustic feel.​ Hang it somewhere prominent for everyone to see – it may even be statement enough on its own for a few rooms.​

Painting furniture.​ If you have wooden furniture that needs a refresh, why not use it as an opportunity to add a rustic element to the room? Paint it a few shades of white or sand, and even add some distressing for an antique look.​

Antique items.​ Collect items such as antique candlesticks, scissors, or any other wooden items you can find and incorporate them into the décor.​ Group them together and place them somewhere prominent.​

Makeover your furniture.​ Don’t be scared to go for a full makeover.​ Once you have your furniture sanded down, you can apply rustic-style varnishes and finishes, such as whitewash or glaze.​

Watercatch pots.​ Utilize water-jug-style catch pots (motta pots).​ Hang them on the walls or place them on shelves for a unique rustic flavor.​

Wicker baskets.​ Wicker baskets will bring texture and personality to the design.​ Use them to store books, plants, and other items and hang them from the ceiling or walls.​

Create a statement wall.​ Paint an entire wall in a dark shade – it will become the focal point of the room and set the tone for the rest of the décor.​

Old window frames.​ Change your window frames to something with a rustic vibe – whether it’s made of wood or a vintage design.​

Make it your own.​ Don’t forget to customize your design as much as possible.​ Your rustic home decor should be a reflection of you and nobody else.​