Lots of websites and blogs offer amazing, innovative, and super creative DIY projects; but the problem is, they’re often difficult to replicate or the materials can be expensive or hard to find. Nobody’s got time for that.
We’ve found 15 of the best DIY projects that are so cute, so fun, and will cost you just ten bucks or less.
Want to save even more money? Look for craft store coupons so you can snag supplies at a steal.
1. Create a rustic bath caddy
Imagine relaxing in a bubble bath with a glass of wine, surrounded by rustic charm. You don’t have to live in a vintage farmhouse to make this happen. Head to your local lumber yard and grab a couple pieces of your favorite wood to create a rustic wooden bath shelf/caddy. Jenna Sue Design offers her tips.
2. DIY industrial jewelry caddy
More.com has really simple instructions on how to create this simple but elegant jewelry holder with just a few pieces of material that costs less than $10. The best part? You don’t have to have any crafting experience to pull this off, it’s that easy.
3. Make reversible placemats
Not only is this DIY project cheap and easy, it’s even more cost-effective because you get two placements in one! If you have extra fabric lying around, the project just got even more affordable. The Spruce has the full tutorial.
4. Make hot beverage holders
These adorable cup sleeves make for great gifts, cost just a few dollars to make, require only five minutes of your time, and you never have to pick up a needle and thread. Dream A Little Bigger gives you the step-by-step instructions.
5. Spruce up plain white dishware
Porcelain bowls, ceramic paint, sharpie, and a paintbrush are all you’ll need to create these precious decorative bowls. Show your personality by using different patterns and colors; the bowls are great for serving dinner to guests or you can simply use them as a jewelry tray or piece of home decor. The Lovely Drawer has all the information you’ll need.
6. Rustic DIY blanket ladder
Who doesn’t want a living room straight from the pages of a Pottery Barn catalog? Sadly, their gorgeous decor can be a bit out of budget. No worries, just make your own knock-offs, like this simple blanket ladder! Hey There, Home tells you how you can make your own for just $5.
7. Give your vase a temporary tattoo
No, really! All you’ll need for this 2-minute project is a plain vace and a temporary tattoo. What makes this project so great, is that if you want to change the pattern, all you need to do is remove the tattoo with a bit of nail polish remover and switch it up! The Crafted Life blog came up with this genius idea.
8. DIY perpetual date calendar
Add a pop of color and cuteness to your desk with this DIY perpetual block calendar. Simple blocks can be picked up at the craft store for almost nothing. Now, all you’ll need is some paint and stencils to complete this adorable project.
9. Create ‘sea glass’ jars for organization
Three pieces of material, that’s it! All you’ll need are jars, vinyl letter stickers, and sea glass spraypaint for this fun DIY project These jars are great for organizing a craft table, kitchen, or bathroom. I Spy DIY has the full instructions for you.
10. Upgrade your terracotta
Terracotta pots are great but, they’re a bit…boring. Spruce them up a bit by painting simple stripes and patterns on them. Voila! Instant upgrade.
11. Get lacy with terracotta
Looking for a more elegant look? Use lace to transform your dull terracotta into beautiful pieces of decor. All you’ll need are some pots, your favorite pieces of lace, and a hot glue gun. Simple as that!
12. Upcycle a secondhand laundry basket
Believe it or not, the most expensive part of this project is the rope. Other than that, you’ll just need to head to the dollar store for a cheap basket, some paint, and a hot glue gun. Head over to Lydi Out Loud for the full tutorial.
13. Make a tablet holder for the kitchen
Now that tablets have started to replace cookbooks in the kitchen, it’s nice to have something to actually prop them up with. Follow along with recipes more easily by creating a DIY tablet holder with an old kitchen board. Mamie Jane’s can show you how.
14. Paint your tea towels for a touch of elegance
Take plain, white, inexpensive tea towels and transform them into elegant, detailed pieces of decor. Using stencils and stamps, creating beautiful (and expensive looking) towels is really easy. Twine and Braids has really great instructions that are easy to follow.
15. DIY tiered planters
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Believe it or not, you can have adorable tiered planters for just $10 – not kidding! Fun planter boxes can give your backyard or front porch an instant makeover. Anika’s DIY Life requires just $10 worth of material and 45 minutes of your time.
