A cosy and stylish interior does not always require large financial outlays. Modern DIY-projects (Do It Yourself, or ‘do it yourself’) allow you to implement original ideas and renovate your space with minimal investment. Handcrafting helps save money and makes the home truly yours. Let’s take a look at a few popular and simple DIY projects for the home that you can make with your own hands to freshen up the interior.
Original wall decorations
Self-created wall decorations will help add personality to the interior and revitalise blank walls. It can be paintings, panels, posters or mirrors – whatever the imagination prompts.
Geometric panel
Geometric shapes are a trend that has been around for a few years now. To create such a decoration, you will not need a lot of materials and skills.
- Choose a basic canvas on which you will create a pattern. It can be a simple canvas from a creative shop or a piece of wood.
- Use painter’s tape to create a geometric pattern on the surface: triangles, rhombuses or zigzags.
- Paint each area with different colours. It is better to choose contrasting or harmonising shades.
- After the paint dries, carefully remove the tape. You will get a stylish and panel, which you can hang in the living room or bedroom.
Recycling old furniture with your own hands
DIY projects to refurbish old furniture are a great way to give a second life to outdated interior pieces. Instead of spending money on new furniture, you can update old pieces with paint, textiles and imagination.
Painting an old dresser
If you have an old dresser that looks dull, you can easily turn it into a stylish interior piece with paint and a little creativity.
- First, remove the old paint or varnish from the surface of the dresser with sandpaper.
- Then choose a paint colour. Use universal light shades: white, grey or pastel tones.
- After the dresser is painted and the paint dries, you can add decorative elements. For example, paint the drawers in different shades or stencil drawings on them: flowers, geometric shapes or something more complex.
- Complete the project by replacing old handles with new ones. Original metal or wooden handles will give the dresser a modern look.
Home accessories with your own hands
Small details (cushions, rugs or candles) can completely change the atmosphere in the house, making it more cosy and warm. Besides, handmade interior accessories are fun.
Example: decorative scented candles
Candles are not only a source of light, but also a decorative element that creates a pleasant atmosphere in the house. You can make them with your own hands.
- To get started you will need paraffin or soya wax, a wick and a candle mould. You can use any glass jars or ceramic moulds as moulds.
- Melt the wax in a water bath and add a few drops of your favourite essential oil, such as lavender for relaxation or orange for invigoration.
- Pour the wax into the mould and place the wick, securing it with a wooden stick.
- Wait for the wax to completely harden and the candle is ready to use.
Such candles will become a stylish decorative element and help to create a relaxing atmosphere in the house.
DIY projects for the home are a great way to update the interior, add uniqueness and create cosiness with your own hands. No matter how great your crafting or renovation skills are, there are plenty of simple ideas to help transform your home. With a little time and creativity, you can create original decorative elements, recycle old furniture or make stylish home accessories that will delight you and your guests.