Add style to your home with these 16 DIY wall art decorations

by Mark Bennett

December 05, 2023

Add style to your home with these 16 DIY wall art decorations
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Decorating the walls with DIY artwork is the simplest, practical, and most economical method to make your home more beautiful with minimal effort. Whether you are a DIY veteran or a beginner, it will be really easy to create unique and wonderful artworks for your walls.

Natural elements such as wood, straw, and leaves, family portraits, or recycled materials are the perfect resources for creating decorations that will be perfect for your home's decor. In any case, it will be fun to challenge yourself with these crafting projects.

If you have already decided which room to begin with but have no idea where to start, check out these 16 DIY projects for some inspiration:

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1. Naturalistic pictures

1. Naturalistic pictures

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Simple picture frames around real branches and dried flowers which have been artfully arranged - simple and natural.

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2. Arty threads

2. Arty threads

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With just some cotton thread and tacks you can create wonderful works of art! Follow the tutorials on the web to learn how to do this (many projects are also suitable for beginners).

3. Mirrors and paintings in neutral tones

3. Mirrors and paintings in neutral tones

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Straw and raw, woven rope are perfect for creating frames for your mirrors and simple paintings in neutral shades.

4. Abstract brushstrokes

4. Abstract brushstrokes

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You don't need to be a great artist to create nice paintings. A few strokes of color on a white canvas will be enough to create abstract paintings for your bedroom.

5. Stick art

5. Stick art

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Save your ice cream sticks, they may come in handy. For example, how about creating a work of art with these sticks, some cardboard and hot glue? You can paint your creation however you like with acrylic colors and enhance them further with glitter, for example.

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6. A floral decoration

6. A floral decoration

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Cardboard and colored sheets of paper are the only raw materials you will need to make a pretty floral wreath for the wall.

7. Color splashes

7. Color splashes

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Acrylic or spray paint, brushes and cotton thread are perfect for creating beautiful "splatter" paintings; all you have to do is choose your favorite color!

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8. Paper bows and stars

8. Paper bows and stars

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Paper is the ideal raw material for your decorations and it will be very simple to make these by simply folding or cutting up the sheets. Bows and stars will make a beautiful impression on your walls.

9. Decorative clocks

9. Decorative clocks

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A painted plywood panel can be transformed into a lovely decorative wall clock.

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10. Jute artwork

10. Jute artwork

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Make a unique picture for your kitchen by using a picture frame, a sheet of glass  and some jute/burlap cloth. Insert a drawing you like into the frame, reproduce it on the glass using the pen and finally replace the drawing with the jute cloth. Your painting is now ready!

11. Sink mats

11. Sink mats

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Are you familiar with the non-slip mats you can get for sinks? They can become fantastic works of art simply by spray painting and framing them.

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12. Adhesive paper

12. Adhesive paper

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Adhesive paper - cut into attractive shapes and stuck up - is a great wall decoration idea.

13. Paint and masking tape

13. Paint and masking tape

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If you want to repaint your walls, create a geometric pattern using masking tape. Apply a coat of a background color, let this dry, then apply masking tape in a predefined pattern. Then, apply a second coat of contrasting paint. Once dry, remove the tape and your decorated wall will be ready.

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14. Rustic recycling

14. Rustic recycling

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Use recycled materials to create a rustic wall decoration that will be admired by your guests.

15. Wooden panels

15. Wooden panels

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Cover a wall (or part of it) with wooden panels for a guaranteed "wow" effect.

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16. Fabric decorations

16. Fabric decorations

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Use scraps of fabric to make your wall decoration. Cut the fabric slightly larger than the display frame and attach it to the back. Then apply some plaster of paris to the fabric - just like putting on a coat of paint. Let this dry and your work of art will be ready.

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