{"id":97369,"date":"2020-01-06T23:47:47","date_gmt":"2020-01-07T07:47:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=97369"},"modified":"2026-03-31T01:00:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T08:00:43","slug":"7-easy-diy-ideas-for-your-living-room","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/daily-living\/7-easy-diy-ideas-for-your-living-room\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Easy DIY Ideas for Your Living Room"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether it\u2019s for fun or out of necessity, there\u2019s no denying that DIY has a certain charm to it. Plus, putting those crafts skills to good use can often take your apartment d\u00e9cor to a whole new level. If you\u2019re passionate about leaving your imprint on the place you live or you\u2019re simply curious if you can pull it off, here are seven easy DIY projects perfect for the living room. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n

1. Hand-painted candle holders<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re looking to bring some warmth to your living space, one quick and easy go-to DIY idea is to paint and decorate candle holders. Simply choose transparent glass paint for the interior and dimensional paint for the exterior, or follow the easy steps here<\/a> and mix any colors you want to best suit your living room. Then, go the extra mile and experiment with transparent stickers and even temporary tattoos on the exterior of the container.<\/p>\n

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2. Customized photo frames<\/h3>\n

Need a quick low-cost idea for the naked walls in your living room? How does a classy, vintage-looking frame for $1 sound? Creativity knows no bounds when it comes to decorating around your favorite memories of your favorite people in the world. Start small and simple by following the instructions here<\/a>. After you\u2019ve crafted your very own photo frames, leave the wood as is or paint it to your liking\u2014there are no rules here!<\/p>\n

3. DIY coffee table<\/h3>\n

No living room is complete without a nice coffee table to tie it all together. There are tons of crafty ideas online\u2014some involve door slabs, windows, pallets, and even suitcases! All you have to do is pick and choose your favorite. At\u00a0RentCafe<\/a>, our favorite is here<\/a>\u00a0in the form of intentionally stained wine crates. You just need about seven crates, some nails, screws, and a passion for vintage-looking furniture.<\/p>\n

4. Accent wall mirror<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re looking for something that catches the eye, you can\u2019t go wrong with a mirror. But, it\u2019s not just any ordinary mirror! Here<\/a> is a step-by-step tutorial on how to use multiple compact mirrors to create a central piece in your living room. Make sure you use safety goggles for this one!<\/p>\n

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5. Knitted ottoman stool<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve picked up knitting as a hobby at any point in your life, you know how relaxing it can be. But, the best part of knitting is how multipurpose it can be. Clothes and accessories are fun, but why not take it a step further and knit ottomans? Check out these detailed steps<\/a> on how to make the perfect ottoman (or pouf) to add to the coziness of your living room.<\/p>\n

6. Hanging planters<\/h3>\n

Nothing brightens a room more than plants. If you\u2019re struggling to find a spot for your plants or just need something different, give hanging planters a try. Whether you think leather<\/a> would best suit your living room aesthetic or macram\u00e9<\/a> is more your style, the internet is full of instructions on how to make the best out of your space and fill it with as many plants as possible.<\/p>\n

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7. DIY wallpaper<\/h3>\n

Walls frame our everyday lives, so why not have a little fun with them? Wallpaper is back in style, which means you can dabble in thinking up your own patterns. If you\u2019re a bit short on inspiration, a geometrical wallpaper<\/a> pattern is always fun and pretty easy to do on a budget by yourself. If you have around 6 hours to kill, a lot of tape, and a creative mind, go for it!<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be afraid to experiment and try out inspiring decorating ideas for the living room; you\u2019re sure to leave an impression on all of your guests!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether it\u2019s for fun or out of necessity, there\u2019s no denying that DIY has a certain charm to it. Plus, putting those crafts skills to good use can often take your apartment d\u00e9cor to a whole new level. If you\u2019re passionate about leaving your imprint on the place you live or you\u2019re simply curious if…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":68,"featured_media":97558,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[38973],"tags":[38994],"class_list":["post-97369","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-daily-living","tag-organizing-your-apartment","gallery-content-unit"],"yoast_head":"\nDIY ideas for the living room<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Passionate about leaving your imprint on the place you live or curious if you can pull it off? 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