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10 of the Best Spring Do It Yourself Projects

Spring is a great time to plan some DIY projects to complete around your home! Today I’m pulling together 10 of my favorites that I think you’ll enjoy!

With the help of these linked tutorials, even beginners can complete any of these DIY projects! All processes and supplies are also linked within the posts.

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Number One | Topiaries

Faux trees are a surefire way to bring a little bit of spring inside! Whether you prefer a lavender bush or an olive tree – I’ve got the tutorial for you!

Number Two | DIY Self Watering Window Box

If you live in a climate is ready for plants to be transplanted or started outside, this water distributing window box is the perfect DIY for a vintage English cottage feel.

Ours is hung on the outside of the window that is in our stair-case. I love looking out the window and seeing cheery blooms looking back at me!

Number Three | Book Covers

These are great if you’re a) wanting a little bit of variety on your bookshelf, or b) if you might be wanting to disguise some needed books that don’t have pretty covers of their own.

Number Four | Faux Concrete Bust Planter

This was one of my favorite DIY projects from last spring! And surprise… she’s made out of a styrofoam form!

Number Five | How to Pinch Pleat Curtains

What could make a sewing project this spring more fun…? Ending up with beautiful new pinch-pleat curtains when you’re finished! These are a great beginner sewing project because it’s all straight line hemming! The pinch pleats come together easily with the correct hem tape and hooks!

Number Six | Hymnal Book Page Runner

The first time I made a book page runner was for my daughter’s Pride & Prejudice birthday party, and then I did my first hymnal page runner at my Mother’s funeral in honor of her love for playing the piano.

I decided to use another hymnal page runner for my Easter decorations last year – and loved it so much I not only included it on my mantle again this year, but I also included it in my Spring Decor Boxes!

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This spring I launched the first of my Seasonal Collection Decor boxes! These are collections that are mailed directly to you and contain a selection of my favorite decor and DIY projects that coordinate with each of the specific seasons!

There are still a handful of the first ever spring boxes available now, but they’re very limited, and once they’re all sold out; they’re gone! Next year’s spring box will contain a new assortment of items!

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Number Seven | Faux Wood Painting

This technique has proven itself to be useful over the years! I first used it to change a shiny brass chandelier into something a bit more subdued and vintage for our bedroom, and then more recently I used the same process to cover over an unsightly shade of blue paint on the cutest wicker basket!

Number Eight | Knock-Off Ballard Designs Bulletin Board

I made my daughter a version of this bulletin board years ago, and then promptly realized I wanted one in our room, too! It makes the best landing place for sweet cards, pictures and seasonal decor!

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Number Nine | Simple Ticking Lumbar Pillow with Ruffles

This is another beautiful and quick sewing project that would be great for even a beginner! Find a fabric that sparks joy and coordinates with your spring decor and make a pillow cover in your favorite size!

Number Ten | Transfer Images to Wood Using just Wax Paper & A Spoon

Last, but certainly not least – transferring images to wood are a great way to add a bit of vintage charm to an otherwise plain wooden crate or box!

I loved styling my freshly labeled crate out on our porch on top of the thrifted lockers I painted with Fusion Mineral Paint!

I hope these Spring DIY projects have been an inspiration for you and give you something fun to plan ahead for in the coming weeks!

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