DIY's 


I’m sure that you’ve heard the phrase necessity is the mother of the invention before, right? That’s why so many cool DIY projects are born out of necessity! We need to do something at home, and instead of calling someone else to come to fix it, we decide to try and fix it ourselves first. These 14 DIY Projects are the perfect way to give your home some style while saving you money on hiring someone else to do it!


No-Sew Rope Hammock

Who needs pricey bed linens when you can get a luxe-looking hammock for just a few minutes of work? Get inspired by watching a video to learn how to make your own no-sew rope hammock. It’s a great DIY project for those who love working with rope or are looking for a weekend DIY craft to try. Using knots, you can create an outdoor sleeping space that is both comfortable and chic. The best part about these DIY projects is that they only take 5 minutes!


No-Sew Headband

Headbands get a bad rap, but they’re actually quite versatile and make a great accessory. All you need is an old t-shirt and some yarn to create an easy no-sew headband. It also only takes about 5 minutes, so there’s no excuse not to make one! And if you have a hard time finding time for crafting, remember that it doesn’t have to be complicated to be fun or useful—or fabulous. With just a few simple materials, you can make your own DIY jewelry organizer in less than 15 minutes. Or try out these quick and easy DIY wall art ideas to give your home decor a little boost.


Faux Bois Print

Need a quick and easy way to add some color and texture to your walls? Create a DIY Faux Bois print using only paper, tape, a marker, and an X-Acto knife. This is a 5-minute project that can instantly update any room in your home! Here’s how: Tape off a shape you like on your wall with masking tape. Draw over it with a black marker. Use an X-Acto knife to cut out your shape. Remove all of the tapes, and voila! Your DIY Faux Bois print is complete.


Coffee Bean Art

Coffee is pretty popular in its liquid form, but did you know that it can also be turned into art? With some coffee beans and a hot iron, you can make your own cute coffee-themed crafts. If you want to make your own DIY coffee bean art, just follow these simple steps: 1. Mix together your favorite color of beans with a bit of fabric dye (for added color). 2. Use an old pillowcase or shirt as a template and cut out two pieces of cloth. 3. Heat up an iron to high temperature, then place one piece of cloth on top of it. 4. Place your colored beans on top of the cloth while they’re still warm from being pressed by the iron; repeat until you have filled up all available space. 5. Wait for them to cool down before cutting out any designs or shapes! #DIY #crafts #hacks


T-Shirt Yarn Bowls

T-shirt yarn is a quick and easy DIY project that yields adorable results. Simply cut up an old T-shirt into strips and tie them in a knot around a circular object—you could use anything from a large wooden spool to an old bucket, depending on your décor needs. Note: It’s not recommended that you re-wear any of these yarn bowls after they’ve been tied; they’re intended for decorative purposes only.


Tiered Cake Stand

Not only is it handy for serving food, but a tiered cake stand can also add an aesthetic touch to your dining table. The good news is that you don’t need a lot of skill or experience to create one. All you need are some basic tools and materials, like clay and paints. Don’t have time to complete a complex project? Follow these quick DIY projects and make quick (but impactful) changes around your home in no time!


Create a Personalized Lampshade

When you're tired of looking at your boring lampshade, it's time to DIY a new one. With just some extra fabric and a hot glue gun, you can create an adorable lampshade for your room that will match any decor style or color scheme. Use leftover scraps from curtains or other textiles to customize your shade. The possibilities are endless! If you don't have any material on hand, go shopping at your local craft store. There are plenty of fabrics out there that would look great as a lampshade—the only limit is your imagination! Once you've decided on a pattern, size up your shade so you know how much fabric to buy. Using measurements from around your current shade, measure out squares all around until you have enough space covered in fabric squares.


Floating Bedside Caddy

If you’re always losing your phone, keys, or glasses around your bed and then spending time fishing them out from under piles of clothes, pillows, and blankets... well then you need a floating bedside caddy. This simple DIY hack will keep everything right in front of you so you can stop looking around for it all morning. All you need is a little hot glue! Just set your essentials inside, let it dry overnight, secure it with hot glue along its edge, and stick a magnet to your nightstand. It’s that easy. (via The DIY Playbook)


The Invisible Towel Rack Hack

A towel rack by your shower might seem like a no-brainer, but if you want to step up your organizational game—and help save space—consider installing an invisible towel bar. This DIY hack is easy to do and works especially well if you have lots of linens or guest towels in addition to your own. A towel bar that isn’t visible can also provide some protection from water stains on cabinets or walls, keeping things looking fresh longer. Plus, when guests visit, they will never know you don’t have enough cabinet space for all those extra towels! Here are a few ideas for making your own DIY invisible towel bar:

• Use tension rods with hooks to hang damp items outside of your shower door. Then take advantage of their position by hanging dry items inside of them so they aren’t taking up counter space or crowding a small linen closet. • Hang an empty picture frame on your wall, behind a closed cabinet door, and use it as an extra towel rack. This DIY project is especially useful if you have lots of smaller towels that need to be hung somewhere out of sight, like hand towels in a bathroom with limited cabinet space.

• Add cup hooks along shelves in any area where you want to add towel storage without changing existing decor—like closets or hallways.


The Hidden Picture Frame Hanger Hack

This is one of those DIY hacks that you’ll be amazed no one ever thought of before. Turns out, it can take a lot less than 5 minutes to install a picture frame! Just stick two pieces of duct tape onto your wall and make sure they overlap enough for your picture frame to rest on top of them. Use more tape to adhere your picture frame to its new hanger, and voila! No holes in your wall are required. It doesn’t get much easier than that.

This DIY chalkboard placemat hack is perfect for any parent who wants their kids to learn how to spell or do math (or both). The placemats are made with simple materials—crayons, white paper, cardboard—and are easily customizable with markers or paint pens if you want to personalize them even further.


The Pumpkin Candle Holder Hack

The trick with a DIY project is to make it look professional, but not too hard. That’s why we love these easy pumpkin candle holders—they look complicated, but you can whip them up in less than an hour. Plus, they don’t take a lot of supplies—you just need a couple of pumpkins and candles. Here’s how you do it: Cut off any pumpkin stems sticking out and trace your desired design onto each pumpkin with chalk or pencil.


Corn Cob Trivet with Bottle Cap Covers

Turn an empty soda bottle into a pair of protective mats for a hot plate. These DIY bottle cap covers are too easy—and stylish—to pass up. For step-by-step instructions, check out these easy instructions from craft expert Popsugar. With summer in full swing, we’re all about DIY projects that don’t require any complicated steps or hard-to-find materials. Corn cob trivets made from earrings? Genius! You can find all sorts of corn cob jewelry at your local flea market or antique store for just a few dollars each.