15 DIY Summer Crafts For Budget-Friendly Home Decor

Looking for some budget-friendly DIY Summer Crafts to help decorate your home for Summer?

Now is an excellent time to get creative and add fun, festive DIY projects to your home.

You will love these 15 budget-friendly summer crafts ideas you can make yourself.

Summer Crafts That Are Budget-Friendly

Many DIY projects are budget-friendly because you can create high-end home decor for a fraction of the cost. You’ll see that expensive retail store options inspire many projects.

In addition, you will see ideas for recycling for creative home decor. Using these eco-friendly ideas is environmentally friendly as well as cost-effective.

You’ll see 15 of my favorite ideas that will enhance your summer.

So let’s take a look at these creative DIY Summer Crafts.

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DIY Home Decor Ideas

Let’s look at some creative ideas for inside the house this summer.

Scrap Fabric Star Pillow For The 4th of July

By: Rachel at The Ponds Farmhouse

I love sharing budget-friendly, recycling ideas for home decor, and this scrap fabric patriotic pillow is eco-friendly and easy to make.

The 4th of July is a time for celebration, and what better way to celebrate than with a patriotic pillow cover? Check out this easy, no-sew scrap fabric project that can be customized to your liking.

Paper Mache Centerpiece Bowl – Pottery Barn Dupe

By: Amy Sadler Designs

Amy wanted to see if she could make some of her favorite Pottery Barn looks for less! Here is her attempt at the Paper Mache Centerpiece Bowl from Pottery Barn. Didn’t it turn out great?

DIY License Plate Hat Rack

By: Ann at Dabbling and Decorating

Ann found these old vanity Maine license plates in a family shed. She shows you how to turn them into an adorable hat rack and wall decor.

DIY Summer Wreaths You Will Love

Next, let’s think about decorating our doors with fun and creative wreaths that are budget-friendly and easy to make.

DIY Coastal Mermaid Wreath

By; Jennifer at Cottage on Bunker Hill

Are you looking for a new Summer wreath? If so, you’ll love this mermaid wreath with a coastal touch. It’s perfect for your front door or beach house.

How To Make A Summer Door Basket

By: Heidi at Eleanor Rose Home

A hanging summer door basket is a great way to add charm and beauty to your entrance while offering a refreshing change from the usual wreath. Heidi shares how to make your own door basket for summer with vibrant Americana colors in 5 easy steps.

Lake Themed Patriotic Wreath

By: Lora at Lora Bloomquist Create and Ponder

Looking for a fun and easy summer wreath idea? You only need a few simple things to make this unique wreath to coordinate with your lake-themed summer decor. It will fit perfectly with vintage skis or paddles and fun family water-fun pictures! Here’s how to make a DIY Lake-Themed Patriotic Wreath.

Outdoor Summer Crafts for Your Porch

Decorating outdoor spaces can be expensive, and many items don’t hold up to the elements after a season or two.

Therefore, budget-minded craft projects help to keep your outdoor spaces looking stylish and fresh.

How To Make an Obelisk

By: KariAnne at Thistlewood Farm

You will never believe what KariAnne made this garden obelisk from. Here’s a hint. You probably have one sitting in a closet. It’s such a fun project and makes any planter even prettier.

How To Create An Easy Patriotic Flower Pot

By: Kim at Cottage in the Mitten

Are you looking forward to celebrating the 4th of July? If you want an easy holiday decor project, check out this simple patriotic flower pot you can create yourself! It’s perfect to use inside or out on your patio.

Easy Ways To Age Terra Cotta Pots and Style Them

By: Wendy at WM Design House

Want to make your terra cotta pots look like they’ve been around for centuries? Try aging them with fertilizer, yogurt, or salt! These three methods offer a unique and easy way to achieve an aged look.

How To Paint a Checkerboard Floor

By: Renae at Peacock Ridge Farm

Create a timeless and beautiful checkerboard floor in your greenhouse for an extra whimsical touch. Learn how to get the job done quickly and easily with this DIY project!

DIY Projects and Ideas for Outdoor Living Spaces

Do you love to entertain outdoors? Check out all these creative Summer Crafts, DIY Projects, and Ideas for outdoor living.

Outdoor Summer Tablescape with Blues & Terra Cotta

By: Kelly at the Tattered Pew

Need ideas for setting an outdoor summer table? This summer tablescape using touches of blues and terracotta is casual yet elegant as the sun sets and the colors change. See how easy it is to develop a pretty summer table outdoors!

How To Plant A Mosquito Repellant Garden

By: Stacy at Brick N Blooms

Do you love summer nights outdoors but don’t love the bug bites that come with it? There’s a way to keep the bugs at bay by keeping certain plants nearby. Learn how to plant a mosquito repellent garden in 7 easy steps with Stacy from Bricks’ n Blooms.

How To Make a Firepit Tabletop Cover for Under $30.00

By: Simply 2 Moms

Looking for a way to protect your firepit from the elements? Well, look no further than this easy DIY firepit tabletop cover! AnnMarie made this with just a few simple materials for about $25.

DIY Outdoor Shower Curtain

By: Kristin at White Arrows Home

Add a DIY curtain to an outdoor shower for pretty privacy around an often-used patio space.

DIY Rain Barrel On A Budget

By: Jen at Midwest Life and Style

Conserve water for your garden and add curb appeal to your outdoor living spaces with this easy step-by-step tutorial to build a DIY water barrel.

Bonus Summer Crafts

Here are a few of my other favorite summer crafts that you may enjoy.

• DIY Round Tropical Placemat for Summer
• Easy DIY Custom Tablecloth and Napkins
• Terra Cotta Pot Wreath with Dollar Tree Supplies
• DIY Neutral Star Wreath for Summer
• Easy DIY Grapevine Topiary

With these fun summer crafts, you can save money and create a unique style for your home inside and out this summer.

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