• facebook
  • twitter
  • pinterest
  • instagram
Rustic Crafts & DIY
  • ABOUT
  • BLOG
  • CRAFTS
  • DIY GALLERY
  • INSPIRATIONAL
  • SHOP

HOME » CRAFTS » Page 3

CRAFTS

Rustic or recycled craft projects that are easy and budget friendly. All of the projects found here can basically be divided into these two main categories.

Rustic crafts are all of the projects that can be used in rustic home decor. They typically use natural items, vintage pieces, reclaimed wood or salvaged metal. You will find a variety of crafts in a rustic chic style.

Recycled crafts use any throw away items that can be used to make anything useful. There are a variety of budget friendly ideas which include repurposing common items.

Along with craft projects, you will also find ideas and information on growing your craft business. Whether you sell online or at a craft show, you will find some helpful tips for a successful business.

raccoon crafts
by Renee Hanlon - September 22, 2021September 22, 2021

Raccoon Crafts For Kids

Occassionally, I like to highlight craft projects that are just for kids. A lot of times those projects include materials or inspiration that come straight from the outdoors. This time I thought I would focus on a cute little bandit living in the wild. Kids get a lot of joy from watching the funny antics

Continue reading →

recipe keepsake
by Renee Hanlon - September 20, 2021September 20, 2021

Make A Recipe Keepsake On A Cutting Board

Do you have a favorite recipe that you like to make and others love to eat? Maybe you want to turn it into a recipe keepsake. A handwritten recipe can be a thoughtful gift that brings about lots of nostalgic memories. Or, maybe you want to have a certain recipe displayed for seasonal decor in

Continue reading →

fall clay projects
by Renee Hanlon - September 19, 2021September 29, 2021

Fall Clay Projects With Air Dry Clay

If you haven't played around with air dry clay before, I highly recommend it. It reminds me of playing with Play Dough as a kid. You can make all kinds of shapes and forms just using your hands and maybe some forming objects. Since you can't glaze air dry clay, this kind is better suited

Continue reading →

october crafts
by Renee Hanlon - September 15, 2021August 24, 2022

October Crafts Using Book Pages

With the change of seasons, there is always a fresh spark to get creative and switch out some home decor accessories. Usually, the start of Fall is when many of us get inspired for new crafts or DIY projects either for ourselves or to sell at craft shows. The care free time of Summer is

Continue reading →

by Renee Hanlon - August 9, 2021August 9, 2021

DIY Rustic Bowl Made With Air Dry Clay

You don't have to be a pro at pottery to have fun with clay. It's even possible to make something that you can proudly display as a home decor piece. I am a big fan of pottery and recently discovered a lot of cool things that you can make with simple modeling clay. This inspired

Continue reading →

how to find a craft fair to sell at
by Renee Hanlon - June 26, 2021June 26, 2021

How To Find A Craft Fair To Sell At

Arts and craft fairs are back! After the height of the pandemic, things are now getting back to normal. If you are new to selling at arts and craft fairs or simply need a refresher on how to find a craft fair to sell at, I have some great tips for you. I have participated

Continue reading →

diy wood wall art
by Renee Hanlon - June 22, 2021June 25, 2021

DIY Wood Wall Art Squares

Ever since I discovered unfinished wood canvas board squares, I've been having a great time creating my own wall art. These wooden squares hang like a typical canvas and are the perfect base for painting and decorating. I typically like to create my art from items that I find in nature. Twigs, wood slices, and

Continue reading →

diy twine storage
by Renee Hanlon - June 9, 2021June 25, 2021

Super Easy DIY Twine Holder

It seems to me that the majority of my rustic crafts involve some sort of twine, string, wire, or garland. It can get kind of crazy trying to keep all of these rolls handy and organized. I like to be able to group my various twines together without having them getting all tangled up together.

Continue reading →

diy driftwood sign
by Renee Hanlon - June 8, 2021June 25, 2021

DIY Driftwood Sign

Out of all of the salvaged wood that can be used to make signs, driftwood is one of our favorites. When you find a smooth and flat piece of driftwood, it makes the perfect base for a sign. You may have seen driftwood made into welcome signs or signs for house numbers. These are very

Continue reading →

crafts made from natural materials
by Renee Hanlon - June 7, 2021June 7, 2021

Summer Crafts Made From Natural Materials

Decorating your home for summer can be as easy as making your own decor from natural materials. Things like driftwood, shells, branches, sand, and rocks can all be used in a variety of summer crafts for the home. I also like to collect sea glass to use in beachy diy projects. Although sea glass isn't

Continue reading →

how to make wine cork keychains
by Renee Hanlon - May 6, 2021May 6, 2021

How To Make Wine Cork Keychains

Looking for a way to recycle wine corks? These simple DIY wine cork keychains will turn your collection of corks into useful accessories. It's a fun craft project that can be done in a variety of designs. I have been saving my wine corks for quite a while now thinking I might be able to

Continue reading →

twig crafts
by Renee Hanlon - May 3, 2021June 25, 2021

25 Easy Twig Crafts You Must Try

Besides collecting twigs for a fire pit fire, there is another great reason to start a twig collection. Twigs are basically a staple for so many rustic craft projects. I especially like to use birch twigs in most of my twig crafts. They are flexible, have nice coloring, and can be found in a variety

Continue reading →

Posts navigation

Older posts
Newer posts
Don't Forget To Subscribe!

Receive all of the latest DIY and craft projects right to your inbox.

Shop My Store
twig and tweets shop ad
Get Great Deals!
Popular How Tos:

how to paint anything to look like birch bark

How To Paint Anything To Look Like Birch Bark

how to faux galvanize metal

How To Faux Galvanize Metal

how to make indoor snowballs

How To Make Indoor Snowballs

how to install a thin brick wall

How To Install A Thin Brick Wall

how to age paper

How To Age Paper For Book Page Crafts

how to start a blog

How To Start A Blog

Top Posts & Pages
  • How To Make A Bow Out Of Book Pages
  • Recycling Projects For Kids
  • What To Make With Old Jewelry
  • A Roundup Of Decorative Easter Crafts
  • How To Install A Brick Wall Inside The Home
  • Button Crafts: 20 Things To Make With Buttons
  • Reuse, Repurpose, And Refresh
  • Reuse Coffee Mugs In 13 Clever Ways
  • 50 Valentine Crafts For Adults
  • Things To Make Out Of Old Nuts And Bolts
About Author
Renee Hanlon

Creating rustic styling on a budget by giving new life to old things and using the beauty that is already found in nature. Read more about me.

  • facebook
  • twitter
  • pinterest
  • instagram
Subscribe to Blog via Email

Don't miss out on any creative inspiration! Get the latest decorating ideas, DIY projects, and free printables straight to your inbox. Join the fun and subscribe now!

Renee Hanlon in Grand Rapids, MI on Houzz
Shop My Throw Pillows
throw pillows for sale

Copyright©2024 Rustic Crafts & Chic Decor

Proudly powered by WordPress | Theme: Blaskan by Colorlib.com.
  • DISCLOSURE/PRIVACY POLICY
  • CONTACT
  • FAQ
  • PHOTO USE POLICY
  • ART BLOG