10 Fun DIY Projects for the Weekend

Weekend Diy Projects

10 Fun DIY Projects for the Weekend

🎨 1. Paint Pour Canvas Art

Why it’s fun: It’s messy, colorful, and each piece is one-of-a-kind. Great for beginners!

Supplies: Acrylic paint, pouring medium, canvas, cups.

Paint Pour Canvas Art Supplies:

• Acrylic paint (multiple colors)
• Pouring medium
• Canvas
• Plastic cups
• Stir sticks
• Drop cloth or old newspaper
• Gloves (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cover your workspace with a drop cloth.
2. Mix each paint color with the pouring medium in separate cups.
3. Layer the colors in one large cup without stirring.
4. Flip the cup onto the canvas and lift it slowly.
5. Tilt the canvas to spread the paint.
6. Let dry for 24 hours.

🌿 2. Mini Herb Garden in Mason Jars

Why it’s fun: It brings greenery indoors and is super helpful for cooking.

Supplies: Mason jars, potting soil, herb seeds (like basil, mint, thyme), labels.

Mini Herb Garden in Mason Jars Supplies:

• Mason jars
• Potting soil
• Herb seeds (basil, mint, thyme, etc.)
• Small rocks or pebbles
• Labels or chalk paint

Instructions:

1. Add a layer of small rocks at the bottom of each jar.
2. Fill with potting soil.
3. Plant herb seeds according to the packet instructions.
4. Label each jar.
5. Place it in a sunny window and water it as needed.

🕯️ 3. Homemade Scented Candles

Why it’s fun: Custom scents and colors make them great for gifting or relaxing.

Supplies: Soy wax, essential oils, wicks, jars, dye (optional).

Homemade Scented Candle Supplies:

• Soy wax flakes
• Candle wicks
• Jars or tins
• Essential oils
• Wick holder or chopsticks
• Double boiler or microwave-safe container

Instructions:

1. Melt soy wax in a double boiler or microwave.
2. Add essential oils and stir.
3. Place the wick in the center of the jar.
4. Pour the wax into the jar, holding the wick in place.
5. Let it set for several hours.
6. Trim the wick before lighting.

🖼️ 4. DIY Photo Collage Wall

Why it’s fun: Personalize a wall space with your favorite memories.

Supplies: Photos, washi tape, twine, mini clothespins.

DIY Photo Collage Wall Supplies:

Printed photos

• Washi tape or twine and mini clothespins
• Pushpins or removable hooks

Instructions:

1. Choose a layout or design for your wall.
2. Attach photos using washi tape or hang with twine and clothespins.
3. Rearrange as needed until satisfied.

🎀 5. Custom Wreath for Your Door

Why it’s fun: It’s Seasonal, customizable, and display-worthy.

Supplies: Wreath base, faux flowers, ribbon, glue gun.

Custom Wreath for Your Door Supplies:

Wreath base (grapevine, foam, or wire)

• Faux flowers
• Ribbon
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Floral wire (optional)

Instructions:

1. Plan your design before attaching anything.
2. Glue or wire flowers onto the wreath base.
3. Add ribbon or bows as accents.
4. Let the glue dry completely before hanging.

🍷 6. Wine Bottle Tiki Torches

Why it’s fun: Stylish outdoor lighting and mosquito protection all in one!

Supplies: Empty wine bottles, tiki torch wicks, citronella oil, and copper fitting.

Wine Bottle Tiki Torches Supplies:

• Empty wine bottles
• Tiki torch wicks
• Citronella oil
• Copper coupling/fitting
• Funnel

Instructions:

1. Fill bottle with citronella oil using a funnel.
2. Insert the wick through the copper fitting.
3. Place the fitting into the bottle opening.
4. Let the wick soak before lighting.

📚 7. Decorative Book Page Art

Why it’s fun: Make quote art or silhouettes on vintage pages.

Supplies: Old books, watercolor paint or ink, fine-tip pen.

Decorative Book Page Art Supplies:

• Old book pages
• Watercolor or ink
• Paintbrush or pen
• Frame (optional)

Instructions:

1. Choose a quote or silhouette to draw.
2. Lightly sketch on the book page.
3. Fill in with watercolor or ink.
4. Let dry and frame if desired.

🖌️ 8. Personalized Doormat

Why it’s fun: Greet guests with something totally “you.”

Supplies: Coir doormat, stencil, outdoor paint, sponge brush.

Personalized Doormat Supplies:

• Coir doormat
• Stencil
• Outdoor acrylic paint
• Sponge brush
• Painter’s tape

Instructions:

1. Tape stencil to the doormat.
2. Dab paint over the stencil using a sponge brush.
3. Let dry for several hours.
4. Remove stencil and touch up as needed.

💡 9. Hanging Light Jar Lanterns

Why it’s fun: Add a cozy glow to your porch or patio.

Supplies: String lights, mason jars, twine or wire.

Hanging Light Jar Lanterns Supplies:

Mason jars

• String lights (battery-operated)
• Twine or wire
• Hooks for hanging

Instructions:

1. Place string lights inside mason jars.
2. Wrap twine or wire around the jar top to create a hanger.
3. Hang in the desired location.
4. Turn on the lights for a magical glow.

🎁 10. Customized Tote Bags

Why it’s fun: They are useful and stylish—plus, it makes a great gift!

Supplies: Plain canvas totes, fabric paint or iron-on designs.

Customized Tote Bag Supplies:

• Canvas tote bags
• Fabric paint or iron-on vinyl
• Stencils (if painting)
• Paintbrush or iron

Instructions:

1. Place a cardboard insert inside the tote to prevent bleeding.
2. Paint or apply vinyl design.
3. Let dry or follow heat instructions for vinyl.
4. Use and enjoy your personalized tote!