Wall Decor Ideas: Over 25 Methods to Adorn a Bare Wall
Transform your living space into a vibrant and personalised haven with these easy-to-follow DIY wall hanging projects. From yarn and wood to fabric, paper, and mixed media, these beginner-friendly crafts offer a blend of eco-friendly upcycling and creative expression.
Yarn Wall Hangings
Take your pick from a variety of techniques to create textured and stylish yarn wall hangings. Use a wooden dowel or stick as a base, and attach yarn in various ways such as braids, knots, tassels, or macrame patterns. Mixing yarn types like wool and cotton adds an extra layer of texture. Simple looped or fringe yarn hangings can be arranged in patterns or gradients to create visually attractive décor.
Wooden Wall Hangings
Wooden elements can form the structure of the hanging or be shaped into geometric or abstract forms. Upcycle an old picture frame into a macrame wall piece by attaching cords with knots like square or lark’s head knots for a boho look. Wood can also be used as a backing for mixed-media hangings or as rods for fringe fabric or yarn.
Fabric Wall Hangings
Create no-sew fringe fabric hangings by cutting fabric strips, looping them around a wooden dowel, and arranging colours or textures in patterns. Fabric strips or scraps can also be layered or woven for added texture.
Paper Wall Hangings
Utilize coloured, patterned, or textured cardstock for origami-style shapes, layered cutouts, or collages. Adhere the paper pieces using glue or double-sided tape on backing materials, optionally framing for a polished look. Paper can also be mixed with dried flowers or set in frames for layered botanical art.
Mixed Media Wall Hangings
Combine the above materials by layering paper, attaching yarn tassels, and adding wood frames or rods. For instance, pressed flowers on paper framed with wood combined with yarn tassels create depth and complexity. Use joint compounds on canvas, paint with acrylics, and add fabric or yarn for tactile abstract art pieces.
Practical Tips and Steps
- Use an old frame or wooden dowel as a base or frame for most hangings.
- Learn basic macrame knots to add intricate patterns with yarn or cord.
- Cut fabric strips or yarn evenly and arrange in patterns for aesthetic appeal.
- Use glue guns or craft glue for securing small elements like paper or flowers.
- Layer different materials for contrast in texture and colour.
- Plan your wall layout and consider lighting to enhance the art.
These methods are budget-conscious, beginner-friendly, and offer a range of tutorials, including Floating Shelves, Shou Sugi Ban, Clothespin Cross, Fabric Wall Hangings (Modern Quilt Wall Hanging), Inspirational Quote, Mini Fall Banners (made of felt), Spring Mini Quilt, Paper Wall Hangings (DIY Paper Leaves Wall Hanging), Paper Flowers, Pull Down, DIY Photo Wall Hanging, Cardboard Letters, Mixed Media Wall Hangings (DIY Animal Head Wall Mount), State String Art, Floral Frame, DIY Deer Book Wall Display, Botanical Clay, Floral Display Vase, and Felt Flower Wreath.
Unleash your creativity and elevate your living space with these unique DIY wall hangings!
- Enhance your home-and-garden lifestyle by transforming your walls into a gallery of DIY yarn, wood, fabric, paper, and mixed media wall hangings.
- Integrate these easy-to-make wall hangings into your lifestyle as a means of personalizing your living space and expressing creativity.
