Easy DIY Decor Projects That Add Personality to Your Home
Live Edge Shelf
With a simple shelf, turn an unused corner into a breakfast bar — this one is made with live-edge wood and a DIY floating shelf kit. “The extra surface adds more eating space to the kitchen without feeling cramped,” says Jenni Yolo of I Spy DIY, who designed the space and installed the shelf.
Get the tutorial at I Spy DIY »
Painted Headboard
Consider a renter-friendly way to create visual impact in the bedroom, such as a wall-to-wall painted headboard. Here, a thin black line ¼” thick separates two wall colors: a cheerful green (Farrow & Ball’s Breakfast Room Green) and creamy white. “Since my bedroom was on the smaller side with a standard ceiling height, painting 1/3 of the way up helps trick the eye to make the space feel bigger,” says designer Julie Rose.
Cubby Cabinet
With nine spacious cubbies, this sleek case inspired by vintage apothecary cabinets provides storage space for everything from seasonal treasures to school and office supplies. You’ll only need a few things — about $15 worth of supplies — to recreate the look.
Get the tutorial at A Piece of Rainbow »
Floral Candlesticks
Turn average taper candles into unique home decor, ideal if you’re planning to host a dinner party. Apply alcohol to wipe any dust and debris from the candlesticks, then use paint markers or acrylic paint to add floral designs of your choosing. Our advice? Decorate one side at a time to avoid smudging your work.
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Banquette Backrest
Cozy up a neutral corner by adding backrests to a seating area. Here, designer Ali Henrie suspended cushions from brass metal drapery rods — a relatively simple project, since most curtain rods are adjustable.
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Teak Wall Tiles
You don’t have to renovate to transform your bathroom into a zen-like escape. Not only does Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions add a bench and eucalyptus inside the shower, she applies teak panels to the wall using tile adhesive then adds hooks to hang fluffy towels.
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Egg Carton Flowers
DIY Wood Plant Stand
Colorful Glassware
Colored glasses are everywhere right now — in the form of wine glasses, drinking glasses, bud vases and decorative items. Did you know it was possible to turn old clear jars into colorful glassware to give them a charming vintage look?
Get the tutorial at Most Lovely Things »
Hanging Photo Collage
Enjoy the liberty of rotating photos regularly with a DIY collage made with a two-by-four, nails, string and clothespins. For added style, photographer Lumalia Armstrong of Celebrate Again suggests paining or staining the wood.
Hand-Painted Floors
Give your house a truly customized feel by painting a checkerboard design onto hardwood floors. “Hand-painted floors have a fresh, bespoke farmhouse feeling for today’s interiors,” says interior designer Julia Chasman.
Striped Bathroom Wall
To create this adorable striped bathroom for her daughter, designer Audrey Scheck used 1-inch-thick painters’ tape to add the white lines, then caulked around it to prevent bleeding.
Hanging Bows
Tackle mess in every room while elevating your home style with simple DIY projects. Here, designer Marie Cloud of Indigo Pruitt uses tension rods and curtain rings to hang bows and declutter her daughter’s dresser top.
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Straw Hat Display
Let a stylish straw hat collection double as decor for a warm-weather entryway upgrade. To create this overlapping wall arrangement, designer Kate Lester simply used Command hooks — which also means the hats are easy to grab as you head out.
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Gilded Candle Holders
Breathe new life into old or thrifted glass jars by turning them into elegant candle holders. Simply apply gold leaf sheets around the base after lightly brushing the area with adhesive. You can keep adding sheets until you love the look.
No-Sew Window Seat Cushion
Rather than breaking out the needle and thread, this blogger wraps a window seat cushion with fabric (she uses an old curtain panel). She wraps it just as you would a present and fabric velcro holds everything together!
Get the tutorial at Domestically Blissful »
DIY Wallpaper
Use a kitchen sponge and a little paint to transform a plain white wall. Just dip the straight edge of the sponge into paint, then press it against the wall. Here, bloggers Niña Williams and Cecilia Moyer group the lines in threes, using a level to ensure straightness.
Reclaimed Space
Use pages of your favorite book to add a touch of whimsy to any space. This alcove in a modern farmhouse also features a Dr. Seuss quote, cut out of vinyl, up the stairs. “It invites you to give yourself over to the world of imagination found in a good book,” says designer Emily Clark of Clark & Co. Homes.
Frame-Filled Accent Wall
Create a statement accent wall by hanging frames of different shapes and sizes, then cover everything with a fresh coat of paint — preferably something bold. Tip: keep it affordable by gathering your frames from antique and thrift stores.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess »
Ladder Clothing Rack
Put your wardrobe on display by turning two ladders into a chic clothing rack. You’ll also need two wooden planks for the shoe platforms, as well as a wooden rod for the top.
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand’s home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, “What’s in My Cart.”
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