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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nPopular DIY projects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Paint and wallpaper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Custom shelving and storage solutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Landscaping and outdoor projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Kitchen and bathroom renovations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Energy-saving upgrades<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- DIY crafts for home decor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
1. Make a custom headboard for the bedroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We found a DIY headboard tutorial <\/a>for less than $30! Of course, the final cost depends on your fabric choice and whether or not you own some tools already.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.saffronmarigold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/francesca-tosolini-ghPHKipv790-unsplash-600x429.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Fabric<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Wood<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Foam\/batting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scissors, knife, nailer\/stapler, and saw<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Get new table linen to match your stylish new headboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2. Create a gallery wall for your living room<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A themed gallery wall is a fun way to incorporate DIY wall art and DIY decor. Find 50 ideas in this DIY wall art projects <\/a>roundup from HGTV. Ideas include framing your acrylic paints and string art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.saffronmarigold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/rendy-novantino-IErBJH2DdRM-unsplash-535x800.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Framed art<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Photographs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Clocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mirrors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Posters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
3. Refresh the front door with a new coat of paint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some DIY home projects are straightforward. Painting your front door a new color can give your entryway and front door real estate a much-needed refresh.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Sand paper or sander<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Primer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- At least 1 quarter of weather-proof or weather-resistant paint<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hardware to remove door (e.g. screwdriver)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Caulk to repair any cracks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
4. Make custom a roman shade<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We have a blog on how to make a roman shade<\/a> using Saffron Marigold fabrics. A roman shade looks incredibly modern and stylish, which may be just what your kitchen or living room needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.saffronmarigold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-to-Make-a-Relaxed-Roman-Shade_2-600x450.jpg\")
Photo: Sailrite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Twin bedspread or rectangular table cloth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lining material<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sewing machine or sewing kit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Iron<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Glue<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Wood<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cords<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The materials depend on which tutorial you’ll follow, but the main material you’ll need is the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
5. Upgrade your bathroom vanity with a new faucet and drawer pulls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Replacing the spigot (faucet) in your bathroom sink is a surprisingly easy task. While you’re at it, you might replace old drawer pulls and knobs in a matching material or style. In the photo below, the brassy gold faucet and drawer pulls match the frame, ceiling light fixture, and shelf.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- New faucet\/drawer pulls<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Basin wrench and adjustable wrench<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Plumber’s putty and towels<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Putty knife<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Caulk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Lubricant for rusted faucets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Make it a whole bathroom makeover with a new fabric shower curtain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
6. Build a raised garden bed for home-grown produce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you want to utilize your outdoor space better, raised garden beds are a fantastic DIY home project to start. You can customize box sizes, and grow as little or as much as you want. Many people dip their toes into the raised gardening waters with herbs or hardy veggies like carrots, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Leafy veggies that you can grown from scratch will also yield lots of produce (and save you money!). Some favorites include lettuce, bok choy, green onions, and cabbage.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Lumber\/cement\/bricks\/pallets<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Screws<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hardware cloth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Plastic sheeting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Soil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
We recommend this garden bed tutorial<\/a>\u2014it’s comprehensive and simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n7. DIY fabric-covered memo boards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Looking for a weekend fabric DIY project?<\/a> Cover up that metal, cork, or linen bulletin board with a beautiful fabric instead! While you can use fabric scraps, try one of our block printed fabrics for more visual impact. We offer fabric swatches<\/a> in case you want to see how the design would look in your work space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.saffronmarigold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/fabric-board-gina-tepper-600x417.jpeg\")
Photo: GIna Tepper<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Fabric<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scissors and measuring tape\/ruler<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Batting or foam<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hot glue gun<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Decorative items like ribbons or buttons (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
8. Revamp the dining room with a new tablecloth and dried flowers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dried flowers are another low-effort DIY decor idea. Keep in mind that some flowers are better suited for drying than others, though. Check out our blog on 15 floral curtains and matching dried flowers<\/a> for more details on how to dry flowers and what varieties are best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.saffronmarigold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Untitled-design-2-600x480.png\")
<\/a>Orange Blossom Fabric Swatch & Dried Flower Example<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- New table linen<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fresh flowers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 2-3 weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Unscented hairspray<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vase<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A dark, dry, well-ventilated area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
9. Design a DIY macrame wall hanging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Decidedly boho and infused with personality, macrame wall art is a staple in many global eclectic homes. Start with smaller pieces, and work your way up to larger tapestries once you feel more comfortable with the art.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Cotton macrame cords<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Metal rod or wood dowel<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scissors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Fortunately, there are many patterns and tutorials you can follow online in case you’re having trouble deciding on a design. Macrame planters are also a great choice if you want to start small or would like to make personalized gifts for friends and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10. Hand-stamp kitchen towels for a personalized touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bringing you wonderful block printed fabrics is our passion, but did you know you can create hand-stamped linens at home, too? Many crafts enthusiasts use fruit stamps to give their tea towels a personalized flair. Who knew!<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.saffronmarigold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/lemon-towels.jpeg\")
Photo: Today’s Creative Life<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- Tea towel (preferably cotton)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Acrylic paint<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Paint tray or paper plate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Citrus fruits cut in half (lemons, limes, oranges)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fabric medium<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
11. Experiment with a wood-burned serving tray for entertaining<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wood burning sounds intimidating, but it couldn’t be any easier. The hardest part is deciding on what design to create!<\/p>\n\n\n
\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.saffronmarigold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/woodburning-tray-600x377.jpeg\")
Photo: Anika’s DIY Life<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n- A wood burnder<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pre-cut, unfinished tray or wood slab<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Transfer paper and pencil for original, hand-drawn designs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Alternatively, stencils or hot stamps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Food-safe sealant\/stain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
12. Cover up your living room daybed + apply new coat of paint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you like to rotate your tablecloths, you probably have a couple sitting in storage. Why not use them as sofa covers for your living room day bed? Take look at how we used the Spice Route tablecloth to double as a bed runner and revamp a day bed<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs for the frame, you can repaint your daybed for a new look, especially if you have a metal bed, but prefer the look of painted wood.<\/p>\n\n\n
1. Make a custom headboard for the bedroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We found a DIY headboard tutorial <\/a>for less than $30! Of course, the final cost depends on your fabric choice and whether or not you own some tools already.<\/p>\n\n\n Get new table linen to match your stylish new headboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n A themed gallery wall is a fun way to incorporate DIY wall art and DIY decor. Find 50 ideas in this DIY wall art projects <\/a>roundup from HGTV. Ideas include framing your acrylic paints and string art.<\/p>\n\n\n Some DIY home projects are straightforward. Painting your front door a new color can give your entryway and front door real estate a much-needed refresh.<\/p>\n\n\n We have a blog on how to make a roman shade<\/a> using Saffron Marigold fabrics. A roman shade looks incredibly modern and stylish, which may be just what your kitchen or living room needs. <\/p>\n\n\n The materials depend on which tutorial you’ll follow, but the main material you’ll need is the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Replacing the spigot (faucet) in your bathroom sink is a surprisingly easy task. While you’re at it, you might replace old drawer pulls and knobs in a matching material or style. In the photo below, the brassy gold faucet and drawer pulls match the frame, ceiling light fixture, and shelf.<\/p>\n\n\n Make it a whole bathroom makeover with a new fabric shower curtain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n If you want to utilize your outdoor space better, raised garden beds are a fantastic DIY home project to start. You can customize box sizes, and grow as little or as much as you want. Many people dip their toes into the raised gardening waters with herbs or hardy veggies like carrots, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Leafy veggies that you can grown from scratch will also yield lots of produce (and save you money!). Some favorites include lettuce, bok choy, green onions, and cabbage.<\/p>\n\n\n We recommend this garden bed tutorial<\/a>\u2014it’s comprehensive and simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking for a weekend fabric DIY project?<\/a> Cover up that metal, cork, or linen bulletin board with a beautiful fabric instead! While you can use fabric scraps, try one of our block printed fabrics for more visual impact. We offer fabric swatches<\/a> in case you want to see how the design would look in your work space.<\/p>\n\n\n Dried flowers are another low-effort DIY decor idea. Keep in mind that some flowers are better suited for drying than others, though. Check out our blog on 15 floral curtains and matching dried flowers<\/a> for more details on how to dry flowers and what varieties are best.<\/p>\n\n\n Decidedly boho and infused with personality, macrame wall art is a staple in many global eclectic homes. Start with smaller pieces, and work your way up to larger tapestries once you feel more comfortable with the art.<\/p>\n\n\n Fortunately, there are many patterns and tutorials you can follow online in case you’re having trouble deciding on a design. Macrame planters are also a great choice if you want to start small or would like to make personalized gifts for friends and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bringing you wonderful block printed fabrics is our passion, but did you know you can create hand-stamped linens at home, too? Many crafts enthusiasts use fruit stamps to give their tea towels a personalized flair. Who knew!<\/p>\n\n\n Wood burning sounds intimidating, but it couldn’t be any easier. The hardest part is deciding on what design to create!<\/p>\n\n\n If you like to rotate your tablecloths, you probably have a couple sitting in storage. Why not use them as sofa covers for your living room day bed? Take look at how we used the Spice Route tablecloth to double as a bed runner and revamp a day bed<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As for the frame, you can repaint your daybed for a new look, especially if you have a metal bed, but prefer the look of painted wood.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWhat you’ll need:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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5. Upgrade your bathroom vanity with a new faucet and drawer pulls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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6. Build a raised garden bed for home-grown produce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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7. DIY fabric-covered memo boards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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8. Revamp the dining room with a new tablecloth and dried flowers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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9. Design a DIY macrame wall hanging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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10. Hand-stamp kitchen towels for a personalized touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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11. Experiment with a wood-burned serving tray for entertaining<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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12. Cover up your living room daybed + apply new coat of paint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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