{"id":1692,"date":"2017-07-10T09:00:39","date_gmt":"2017-07-10T08:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1692"},"modified":"2021-02-21T14:43:58","modified_gmt":"2021-02-21T14:43:58","slug":"5-diy-projects-to-try-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/interior-details\/5-diy-projects-to-try-this-summer","title":{"rendered":"5 DIY Projects to Try this Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Image source: Mini patterned plant pots by Homey oh My<\/a><\/p>\n

Fancy updating your space with something bespoke this summer? Try one of these five stylish DIY projects:<\/p>\n

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  1. Mini Patterned Plant Pots<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The house plant craze continues. If you love succulents and cacti, you\u2019ll probably love this effortless DIY: painted plant pots. You can decorate your own pots to match your space, paint some up to give as gifts, or use them as a centrepiece at your next dinner party. There are lots of options for this versatile project. Click here for instructions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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    1. No Drill Acrylic Picture Frames<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      I\u2019m always looking for unique ways to create or display art work at home. This minimalist DIY is quick and easy and it presents you with a new way to do both of these things. You can make your own wall art by pressing leaves, feathers and petals between the acrylic sheets, or simply display a favourite print. Instructions for creating your own can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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      1. Tile Coasters and Placemats<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        This is one of those DIY projects that looks almost intimidatingly advanced. But don\u2019t worry; it\u2019s actually deceptively easy! You\u2019ll certainly impress your friends when you tell them you made these beautiful tiled placemats and coasters yourself. Click here for the full tutorial<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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        1. Plywood Desk Organiser<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          This simple desk organiser is a must-have for those who work from home. Keeping your desk free from clutter is much easier when you have designated storage. And the best thing about making your own is you can tailor it to suit your specific needs. Click here for more pictures and the tutorial<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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          1. Stamped Watermelon Doormat<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            And finally, for a DIY project you can safely get the kids involved with: a colourful hand-stamped doormat. This particular version features a vibrant watermelon pattern but you can choose any simple shape you desire. Check out the tutorial here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            Image source: Mini patterned plant pots by Homey oh My Fancy updating your space with something bespoke this summer? Try one of these five stylish DIY projects: Mini Patterned Plant Pots The house plant craze continues. If you love succulents and cacti, you\u2019ll probably love this effortless DIY: painted plant pots. You can decorate your…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3032,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1692","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-interior-details"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t