In today’s post: These fun, easy crafts for adults are perfect for a craft night with friends or for any time you want to try a new project. Many of these easy DIY craft ideas make great gifts too! Click the yellow button to go to the full tutorial for each of these easy adult crafts.
Teacup Gnomes
Turn cute teacups into adorable little gnomes in under half an hour. They are easy to put together and would make a cute gift for a tea lover!
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Sunflower Bandana Wreath
This cute wreath is perfect for summer and easy to put together using bandanas, a wire wreath form, rope, and a paper plate. Or use red bandanas to make a pretty poinsettia wreath for Christmas!
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Smashed Can Door Hanger
Learn how to make this cute floral door hanger from a large metal can. You can make one in under half an hour from just a few supplies. Change out the florals for every season in this easy craft idea.
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Loop Texture Throw Pillow
You can make this fun, loopy texture throw pillow in a couple of hours using loop yarn – no knitting needles or experience needed!
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Macrame Gnomes
These little macrame gnomes might be the cutest DIY project you've ever made! Use different colors to make them for different holidays – they'd look especially cute as ornaments on a tree.
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Whisk Dragonfly
You can turn a cheap metal whisk into a dragonfly! Then decorate it using colorful pony beads or pretty glass beads for a more sophisticated look.
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Welcome Home Porch Sign
You don’t need any power tools to make this cute welcome home porch sign. This is a simple way to add a little farmhouse chic to your front door.
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Chunky Hand Knit Blanket
Learn everything you need to know to make a gorgeous chunky hand knit blanket in just a few hours – no knitting experience needed! The post covers what kind of yarn to use, how to get started, and how to make a chunky blanket for about $30.
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Pebble Art Family Portrait
You can make a beautiful family portrait using pebbles, twigs, and glue! Pebble art is an easy and relaxing craft, and a pebble portrait in a picture frame makes a great gift idea!
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DIY Rope Bowls
Learn how to make a pretty rope bowl in under half an hour! All you need is cotton rope or cord and your sewing machine. Plus learn how to use fabric dye for gorgeous colorful designs.
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Hanging Plant Stand
This cute hanging plant stand is made from a two by four and a two by eight. This easy beginner project is a fun addition to the planters on your front porch.
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DIY Tiered Tray
This elegant tiered dessert tray is made from thrifted plates. You can put one together in about half an hour. They look beautiful on a dessert table at a wedding or shower!
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Mod Podge Photo Transfer
Learn THE BEST (and fastest) way to do a mod podge photo transfer and put one of your favorite pictures on a wood pallet!
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Personalized Photo Candles
You can make personalized candles with your favorite photo on them using an easy packing tape transfer! This gorgeous handmade gift can be made in 15 minutes for under 5 bucks.
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Stacked Basket Centerpiece
This cute stacked basket centerpiece is made from thrift store and Dollar Tree supplies! Once you make assemble the centerpiece, you can swap out the florals for any season. One of our favorite craft projects for fall and winter.
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No Sew Fleece Blankets
No sew fleece blankets are so easy to make! Pair two of your favorite fleece prints or solids into a cuddly blanket that makes a great DIY gift. Learn four different ways to make these blankets, including a fringed edge and a braided edge.
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Watercolor Resist Art
Learn how to make a pretty watercolor painting for beginners – absolutely no experience required! The rubber cement resist technique makes it easy for people of any skill level to paint something beautiful.
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Sharpie Tie Dye Shoes
Take inspiration from current fashion trends and tie dye a pair of plain canvas shoes using Sharpies and rubbing alcohol! Stick to one color or mix colors for a rainbow effect. So much easier than traditional tie dye!
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“Cheater” Watercolor Prints
You can make beautiful watercolor prints with markers, a plastic bag, and water – seriously! You'll love playing around with this fun technique and making your own wall art.
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DIY Paper Roses
Learn how to make stunning paper roses with this free printable paper rose template! Use scissors to cut out the petals and then follow the easy step by step instructions for turning them into paper roses. Post includes printable templates in five different colors and a video tutorial.
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Photo Collage Letters
Create a photo collage on large paper mache letters for a fun way to display your favorite photos! This is an easy project you can complete in about an hour, and it's one of our favorite DIY gift ideas.
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Explosion Photo Box
Learn how to make a cool explosion box full of photos and notes for a fun DIY gift. Decorate the box with scrapbook paper, stickers, and more – there are plenty of ways to express your creativity in this project! The post includes a printable template and cutting chart to make it easy.
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Personalized Paint By Number Art
It’s easy to use a free web page to turn a favorite photo into a personalized paint by number. This is a fun, relaxing project to work on and it makes a beautiful gift.
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Handwritten Recipe Towel
Learn how to transfer’s Grandma’s favorite handwritten recipe from an old recipe card to a kitchen towel for a beautiful heirloom gift!
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DIY Pillow Bed
Learn how to make a portable “pillow bed” for your kids – perfect for spending nights at Grandma’s house or just lounging at home. The case is made with one flat twin sheet – which is much cheaper than buying the same amount of fabric – and stuffed with pillows to make a comfy bed.
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Flower Pot Lighthouse
Learn how to make an adorable DIY lighthouse for your yard using terra cotta flower pots and a solar light. This is an easy craft you can complete in under an hour.
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Embroidery Hoop Pocket Wreath
You can make this pretty DIY pocket wreath in under half an hour using an embroidery hoop and burlap. Swap out the florals for every season!
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Keepsake Photo Ornaments
Make a set of keepsake ornaments using a picture of your child from each year of her life! It can be fun to make two sets or ornaments – one for you and one to give her when she moves to her own home.
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Cozy Pocket Wrap
This cute wrap is like a wide scarf with pockets and it's perfect for keeping you cozy. It takes a couple of hours to make but you don't need any knitting or crochet experience and it's easy enough to do while watching your favorite show.
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Clothespin Picture Hanger
You can put together this easy DIY photo display in under 30 minutes using square wood dowels, twine, and mini clothespins. Fun DIY home decor project!
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Julie says
These look fun! I don’t like to spend a long time on one project and I see several things I could do quickly but with great results. Great list.
Tracey Charlesworth says
Wow this is so inspirational and I love crafting so this is enough to keep me occupied during the day when usually I sit in front of my TV and do nothing else. It’s certainly given me a lot to think about and I’m really looking forward to doing some of them.