Home Crafting Ideas for Every Age
Get creative.
Crafts help pass the time and help activate the creativity inside of you. Whether you want to sew a new dress or take on an unfinished coffee table, the options are truly endless. The best part? If you don’t like what you created, you can always redo and try again! The possibilities are endless with these easy at-home crafting ideas.
Adult Home Crafting Ideas
Give Old Frames a New Look
Give an old, wooden frame new life by customizing it. Paint the color of your frame to better match the photo or artwork inside. As you change out the artwork or as your style changes, repaint the frame to better suit the feel of your space. If you are looking for a frame with a natural finish, use wood stain on the wooden frame instead of paint. For a vibrant addition to your wall, lay out tape in your desired pattern and paint over the tape to create a fun, patterned look.
For this project, you’ll need a wooden frame, a paintbrush, painter’s tape, and acrylic paint in your favorite color. Take the glass out of the frame before painting so you don’t have to worry about smudging, and use painter’s tape on any section where you don’t want paint. Use light layers of paint so it will dry quickly and won’t clump. Depending on color preference, you will need roughly two to three coats of paint. Be sure the paint is completely dry before adding a photograph or art print inside.
Customize Unfinished Furniture
Try your hand at finishing furniture to fit your room’s style by customizing an unfinished piece. From a dining chair to a coffee table, you’ll be able to create the right style and color that will fit the vibe of your space. Choose your piece of unfinished furniture, grab sandpaper and your favorite shade of wood paint or stain, and get to work!
Depending on the paint you choose, the initial instructions will be different. Be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before starting your project. Learn more about staining a table with our DIY: How to Sand & Stain a Table guide.
Sew Something New
Get creative with your very own sewing machine. From embroidering a tea towel to sewing a new dress, the sewing options are endless. You’ll need a design in mind, fabric, thread, and a sewing machine to get started. For a beginner-friendly project, try your hand at embroidery and move on to harder projects as you gain more confidence with your sewing skills. If you feel stuck on what sewing machine to start with, read Your Guide to the Types of Sewing Machines to help you choose the right one.
Sewing machines aren’t just for adults. If your little ones love putting on plays, create a sewing project together by sewing play costumes for their next playroom performance. It will help them develop their sewing skills and give them their next big play idea.
Make Your Own Jewelry
Add to your jewelry collection by creating custom pieces that fit your style. Whether you are making beaded necklaces or clay earrings, there are many different options for creating your own jewelry. Display your custom gems with a jewelry tray; make your own with the help of our guide DIY Jewelry Trays.
Differentiate Your Planters with Paint
Define your planters with a boost of color. Not only will it draw the eye to your plants, but it will help give you an idea of what is growing inside. Group together similar plants that call for the same care, letting you keep up with what is growing on your patio or porch. Change the color of the entire planter or add a fun fruit or vegetable pattern with outdoor acrylic paint or spray paint to give the planter a new look while making your gardening tasks easier. To add a pattern, use painter’s tape and your favorite acrylic paint to add stripes or patterns to the planter. Let the planter dry completely before moving it outdoors to ensure dirt and dust particles don’t dry on the paint.
Create Chic Vases
Put an empty wine bottle to good use by turning it into a chic flower vase. Use warm, soapy water to remove the wine label and viola! – a vase. Customize the wine bottle by adding rubber bands in different thickness and angles. Once you feel that you have enough rubber bands on the bottle, spray-paint the bottle a metallic silver (or any color!) to add a touch of glam to your space. When the spray paint dries, remove the rubber bands to reveal the fun stripes on the bottle.
Kids Home Crafting Ideas
Create Vinyl T-Shirts
Cutting machines are a must when it comes to home crafting ideas because they are extremely versatile, letting you cut and customize just about any material. They are a popular tool for making custom T-shirts with a design of your choice. You will need a computer, a T-shirt, a cutting machine, heat vinyl, a flat surface, and an iron. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for specifics.
Use Stencils
Bring out your inner artist, no matter what your freehand drawing experience is! Stencils are easy to use and an easy way to level up your craft projects. Stencils can be used on an array of products like paper, canvas, and wood. They can be used with markers, colored pencils, or even paints. Stencils and templates can help create fun patterns on materials like lamp shades, furniture pieces, or walls – making them a fun tool to use when you are looking to create something unique.
Paint a Masterpiece
Pull out the easel and let the kids get creative with their imaginations. Leave out different paint tools (like paintbrushes and sponges) to let them create different textures within their painting. If your child is having trouble getting started, make up fun assignments for them like a self portrait or family portrait. This will give them a starting point to get creative and make for the perfect refrigerator addition. Opt for a double-sided easel to let their painting dry while they draw on the chalkboard on the other side. Don’t forget to give them an apron and lay down an extra sheet or tarp to keep things clean while they are creating their masterpiece.
