Simple and easy DIY projects to spice up your household
Get creative and complete some of these easy DIY projects listed below yourself to create a new funky look

ONE does not need to pay an arm and a leg for an interior designer to come and spice up one’s household for a new trendy look.
Get creative and complete some of these easy DIY projects listed below yourself to create a new funky look.
Patterned clay trays
These prove useful for keys, jewellery and other household items.
Just roll out bakeable clay and add a pattern with basic household items, then bake and use.
Monogrammed string art
Make different coloured string art to display and brighten up dull rooms.
Tin can utensil bins
Rescue vegetable cans and coffee tins and re-purpose them as colourful utensil storage bins.
Dress them up with paint and wash tape, then use a ‘S’ hook to attach to a kitchen towel bar.
Make an anchor-stenciled boat bag
Freezer paper stencils are a simple way to customise fabric items.
Block print napkins with DIY stamps
Turn basic household items into simple stamps, then create your own custom-stamped towels and napkins.
Polka-dotted vases
Give your glass vase a makeover with a painters’ tape design and a coat of frosted glass spray.
Make a striped lampshade
Transform a basic white lampshade into a custom piece using only ribbon and fabric glue for a new look.
Chalkboard kitchen canisters
Chalkboard paint and an easy-to-apply stenciled details transform basic glass jars into customised counter top accessories.
Custom message centre
Keep your office space organised with a stylish and multi-functional bulletin board and message centre.
Personalised desk accessories
Use various containers such as Mason jars, vases and tin cans to create a matching desk accessory set that will keep all your desk essentials organised and within reach.
Recycled T-shirt rug
Do not throw away those old T-shirts.
Rather transform them into a one-of-a-kind doormat for the bathroom or bedside
Customise curtains with trim
Use fun pom-pom trim and colourful ribbons to update an inexpensive pair of ready-made curtains into custom room decor.
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