Looking for super simple crafts you can make for your home without spending a lot? Here are 10 simple craft projects under $10.
Do you remember this story?
Do you remember when I hosted that ZOOM meeting to show us all how to make those illustrations?
I’ve been thinking a lot about it and I enjoyed it so much and we had so much fun.
And I’m thinking I want to host another one.
Or maybe just a Facebook Live if ZOOM is too much for everyone. Again, no charge or anything like that—I just want to give back to you all because you give so much to me. I can give you a list of supplies and we can all craft and DIY together.
What do you think?
Can you give me some input in the comments?
Would you like to see:
- A pillow DIY?
- DIY artwork project?
- A wreath project?
- An air dry clay DIY?
- A DIY frame project?
- Or maybe something else I haven’t thought of yet
So to inspire you and give you some ideas and to demonstrate that I can actually DIY—I wanted to share some easy projects.
I really like easy.
Short, simple, inexpensive projects that take a minute and give me a sense of crafting accomplishment and make me so happy. Please tell me I’m not the only one. Please tell me I’m not alone. Please tell me you have been getting to know your scrapbook paper collection better, too.
And just in case you are out of projects? I have a few suggestions.
Here are 10 simple craft projects for under $10.
10 Simple Craft Projects Under $10
1. This decoupage floral planter
This is truly an easy DIY for all the flowers in your life.
You just need clay pots and napkins or scrap paper.
You can see how I made these here.
2. This coffee filter flower
This is one of my most popular projects of all time.
I’ve seen so many variations of this over the years (a version of this might be a fun one for our craft).
It’s really easy and SO inexpensive to make.
You can see how to make a coffee filter flower here.
3. How to make a bird plate wall
This is such an easy project and you could make it with any set of plates.
And any pattern.
It doesn’t have to be birds. You can shop the craft store for different designs and make this plate wall to match your decor.
You can see how I made the bird plate wall here.
4. Scrapbook paper bird project
I created this bird with hopes and dreams and scrapbook paper.
Use any colors of paper to match your own decor and add a nest.
This bird would be so cute in a wreath, too.
You can see the paper bird project here.
5. This faux chair slipcover
Isn’t this fun?
It would be such a fun project for a craft room or office or party.
The project is made with a pre-made slicover and iron-on fabric adhesive.
You can see how to make the faux chair slipcover here.
6. Book page garland
All you need for this project?
String and book pages and then you can decorate with it anywhere that you would use wood beads.
Toss it over a stack of books. Add it to a basket. Decorate your coffee table with it.
You can see how to make the book page garland here.
7. How to turn any photo into a watercolor
Doesn’t this look fancy?
It a photograph I took of the mantel that I turned into a watercolor.
This is such a fun idea for cards or even a calendar.
You can see how to turn any photo into a watercolor here.
8. Beaded planter pots
These planter pots turned out even cuter than I imagined.
I painted them white, but you could paint them any color that worked with your decor.
Hot pink with yellow flowers would look so cute.
You can see how I made these here.
9. Dropcloth pom pom pillow
This is the coziest pillow cover ever.
And I created it with yarn and drop cloth.
You can see how to make the pillow here.
10. Chalkboard word find
If you are looking for an idea for your walls?
This is such a fun project.
Create it with things that relate to your family or even family names.
You can see how to make a chalkboard word find here.
May your crafting be joyful.
May your scrapbook paper be patterned.
May your projects be many and happy.
Happy day, friends, I can’t WAIT to create together.
PS Can you let me know if you prefer ZOOM or Facebook LIVE, too?
I prefere Zoom and would love an air dry clay DIY!
Great ideas KeriAnne! Thank you. Have a very Happy Mothers Day!😊
Good Morning, I would love to learn how to make a wreath.
YES PLEASE! Any one of these are SO CUTE and FUN! I think it would be a great idea if it isn't too much on you and your busy schedule. I was SO looking forward to the Zoom illustration class, but it was already full. I'm looking forward to going back and looking at the recording. I understand there is a limit, but I'm wondering how this could be done so everyone that wants to can join in. 🤔 I guess Facebook, but so many have left fb or never had an account to begin with. I couldn't use this way either. Hmmmm, not sure how to get everyone involved. Have the most beautiful Mother's Day weekend! On Sunday we are celebrating with church and then my son in-love and husband will be making my daughter, granddaughter, and I....well all of us😂, lunch out on their deck.Nothing like family time, flowers, food, laughter, and oh so grateful hearts! It's suppose to be gorgeous weather here!
My neighbors/best friends are moving after 12 years “ together” here! I took a picture of their house and framed it to give them before they leave! But your “ waterlogue” app came just in time… I remember it from before- so I’m gonna start over and use that! Once again, KariAnne to the rescue! Thanks friend
I love all of your offerings!! I would love to view whatever you have to share! Wishing a wonderful-role model mom the happiest of Mother's Days and lots of fun at your fabulous celebration for your mom and mom-in-law!!
Hey KariAnne! I would be a beginner DIYer so the beaded pot looks easy. I like that idea. Also, Facebook would probably be easier for me. Happy Mother’s Day! Sandra
Such lovely ideas. Enough to get the summer family craft season started. <3 A sincere thank you for your generous spirit and giving heart.
I would love to see how to craft with air clay. All of your ideas are fantastic no matter what the ladies pick, I'm in. As far as Zoom or FB it doesn't matter for me. Thank you KariAnne for being so lovely.
I would love to work on your no-sew curtains, but that might be too large to show on a zoom screen.
Would love a Facebook tutorial on how to do the house illustrations.
Cute ideas! I love the chalkboard word search!
I would love it on zoom i missed it 😭 please send me the link to watch. Please. Also I love love love your bird plates. I know they are too easy for the zoom just wanted to tell ya! Lol KariAnn have a wonderful Mothers Day can't wait to see it!
Sorry forgot I vote for the pillow
Would love to see you live, but am nanny to my granddaughter full-time during the day, so I may or may not be able to attend! But please count me in anyway and I’ll try to work some magic! xxp
I enjoyed the Zoom and any of the projects you mentioned would be fun on zoom or you tube!
I am so glad you had the waterlogue photos again! I have to put it in the phone now! Thanks for the idea - again!!!
KariAnne What a great ideas. Once the kids were grown I have never been one for a lot of homemade items in my home, but Please don't think I am snooty because I certainly am not. But if I was to choose a group project it would be air dry clay. I've never used it. Zoom or FB for me. Have a great Saturday and mothers day.
I love all your projects. Facebook live would be great
Spoon stamping please !!! Love your happiness and all your many talents 🥰
I would love to see a Zoom on the Decoupage Flower Planter project!!!