Are you looking for an interesting DIY idea? This one’s for you… Make it simple and elegant with yarns, thread, strings, and twines. Yes! You can use your yarns to make new DIY projects for different purposes.
You can use them as home decor, accessories, mor acrame, or also impress your loved ones with these beautiful string art gift ideas listed below. There are traditional methods of using strings and also the latest cute DIYs for kids and adults. So go grab your materials!!
15 DIY Craft Ideas using Yarns at home
1. String Art:
Traditional forms of String Art include nailing on a base and twirling the string/ thread on the nails to create various artworks. But wanna know what the modern forms have been trending lately? Check out the below easy and cheap and CUTE DIY ideas.
How to handle your strings??
Are you new to working with string art? You can learn them by following the basic steps: nailing/ gluing, and tying the string to the base. There are a lot of tutorials and blogs where you can find the procedure to start. Here, a simple and easy way to make string art by Instructable Craft is linked – DIY String Art Tutorial
The string art done on the wooden board is the basis for how the string art is made. It can be made on wood or plywood or canvas or cork sheet or any hard base surface. The strings used can be embroidery floss thread, thicker yarns, wired strings, jute twines, and others. And nails or pins with small heads are very much suitable for string art. You can also purchase quality string art supplies from Amazon.
String artwork includes 3 easy steps: 1. Outline the shape on the base 2. Locate the nails on the outline 3. Filling the shape with strings. You can do different colors and gradient works to make it more attractive.
Also, check the other unique string art ideas from DIY projects for teens.
2. String ball Lanterns:
Are you a lover of home decor? Here is the perfect thing for you!! Now light up your home and backyard with these beautiful lanterns made out of strings or twines. With the help of a balloon and some glue, the string ball lanterns are all done.
Blow out a balloon for the desired size and glue the twines or string around the balloon. Now pop the balloon once it’s all dried. It can be inserted with LEDs or wrapped with fairy lights for an even more magical look!
Decorate your house with these beautiful lanterns during parties, candlelight dinners, Christmas decorations, night lights, handlers, and inside gift boxes. So what are you waiting for? Try it out yourself.
Don’t forget to watch this Detailed DIY string ball decorations by Fab Art DIY
If you are fan of the Harry Potter series.. Then try out this string ball method to make this DIY Flying Golden Snitch
3. Twine Placemats and Coasters:
Twined placemats and coasters give a bespoke and natural look! It’s all about coiling and gluing around the twines in different directions and with multiple templates. If you use a thicker twine, then a base plate won’t be needed. The coir twine is a versatile product for making any placemats or coasters.
Materials required: Marker, felt, glue, scissors, rope twines, hot glue gun, base plate, or cardboard. You can also use 2-color or 3-color threads/ twines. Here is one unique form of DIY Coaster made by The Craftaholic Witch
4. Easy macrame Decor:
Macrame is the art of tying and knotting the strings to form decorative patterns. It goes by the weave-wrap-tie technique. But you must try this creative and easy macrame wall hanging without many tying patterns. And added tassels for more effect.
This DIY project can be hung in your living room to bring emphasis. Materials required: Macrame thread/ twine, wooden sticks/ dowels, scissors, and glue. Watch the full step-by-step procedure by Brit.Co – Dip dyed macrame wall hanging
5. Yarn ball Wreath:
You have seen the circle of Wreath as an assortment of leaves, flowers, twigs, fruits, and lights used to decorate your household. But have you seen one which is made of strings and yarns?
Here is the idea where the little string balls are arranged together to form a beautiful Wreath. Materials required: Newspaper, yarn/ twines, wreath form, hot glue gun. Check out the full making of a String ball wreath by Cherished Bliss
6. Tassels Dream Catcher:
Do you know the tradition behind Dream Catchers? It is said that it protects you from all the negativity when you have them near you. Nowadays it has become a cute decor where you can hang them on walls or use small ones as keychains or carry them as your lucky charm. Also, it is very easy and cheap to make them yourselves.
All you need is some circular hoop, string or threads, scissors, glue, and beads. Here is the making of an amazing dream catcher with tassels. Check out the Tassels Dream Catcher tutorial from Dots DIY
7. Macrame Keychain:
Lucky charms and keychains are mandatory!! And if you can make that on your own, you are the real lucky charm… You can make it just by using a few simple materials available at homes like threads, scissors, glue, and keychain clamps.
All you have to do is keep knotting little patterns and brush the rest to make a beautiful look. You can do any knitting pattern. Here is a DNA-shaped DIY macrame keychain made by Pretty life girls.
8. Modern Wall Art:
Here is cool DIY wall art made out of string/ threads. This one is similar to that of the string done on wooden boards. All you have to do is nail on the wall and start twirling your strings. Add more colors for more beauty!
Hammer the nails on the wall for your chosen art design and use the strings to twirl them around the nails. Watch this Simple abstract wall art by Belan Guerra. It gives an elegant look to your living space which is of low cost.
9. Yarn ball cat house:
Hello pet lovers!! This one’s for you… DIYs are always perfect when it comes to making cute handy things. Ever thought about making a cat house just by using strings or rope. Let’s try it out!
Materials required: Beach ball or large balloon, cord or string or jute ropes, glue, and water. First, mix glue and water and apply them to the string/ rope. Now swirl them on the ball/ balloon by leaving a circular part so that it can be the door opening of the cat house.
Let it dry and arrange a small coach inside it and it’s all ready for your cat for a perfect nap. Check out the Yarn ball cat house making done by Meow Lifestyle.
10. Pom-Pom Rug:
Make your fancy rug by using woolen threads. It gives a neat, simple, and cozy look and a bit of cuteness. It can be embellished in your kid’s room or living room. Who doesn’t like pom-poms? These woolen threads are made into small fluffy pom-pom balls.
These balls are stitched or stuck on a base sheet or any old piece of thick fabric. They are closely placed so that it gives an ideal finish. You can make the pom-poms to your desired size. Even the base can be made into different shapes.
So start making your pom-pom balls. Check out the DIY Pom-Pom Rug step-by-step procedure by Aimsy’s Antics.
11. Wrap Bracelets:
Want twinning bracelets for you and your loved ones? Why not make it yourself for some extra special! It makes your outfit cool, trendy, and fun. You can make it with only using strings and can add beads or charms according to your style!!
An embroidery floss thread or 6-stranded cotton thread would be the best choice for making your charming bracelets. Add multiple layers and make it flaunt. Here are 4 ways of making your colorful braided bracelet by WikiHow.
Also, check out this beautiful Boho-style Wrap Bracelet by The beading gem.
12. Woven Basket:
A woven basket with jute rope sounds like the most wanted item in the house. This is budget-friendly cute storage for any stationery or cosmetics and also to grow crotons. You can start doing it with or without a base form. Supplies – jute rope, scissors, threads, and a hot glue gun.
These homemade woven baskets are everyday essentials. You can add other decors or colors to it. Sweet things make your home even sweeter! Don’t forget to check this making of A Darling DIY Rope Basket by iHeart Organizing.
13. Ribbon Chandelier:
This is the easiest DIY idea for any room decor. Take any circular ring form – wreath or hoop and wrap satin ribbons of different lengths. You can make them with contrast or gradient colors.
You can fix lights for the final touch-up! It is very appealing to any party. See this Chandelier Christmas decor from Free Press Journal.
14. Wooden Thread Frame:
What’s more beautiful than a wall that looks abstract as well as retro style. Here is the making of a wooden wall hanging made using threads. All you will be needing is various colored threads, wooden dowels or skewers, and scissors.
Take the threads and wrap them around the dowels to make a pattern. Finally, you’ll end up making a beautiful frame that hangs in the living room above the sofa (Perfect emphasis!!) or gift it on occasion. The tutorial of diamond-shaped DIY God’s eye wrapping by Almost Makes Perfect.
15. Pom-Pom Bouquet:
Real or fake flowers whatever it is, look beautiful but what about yarn flowers? Now it’s becoming more interesting! This home decor gives a designer modern look and is inexpensive to make.
You can make them with easy supplies like yarns, wire, craft paper, and a hot glue gun. You give them to someone or casually display them on a flower vase. Make colorful pom-poms and decorate them with stems and leaves to make a vast bouquet.
Use different kinds of vases to get different looks. You can also use a single strand as a bookmark. Watch this adorable DIY Pom Pom flower Bouquet by DIY & Crafts.
DIY is everyone’s favorite and user-friendly with lots of fun. Who wouldn’t go for some DIYs? It just brings out the creator in you.
Watch these yarn craft ideas made using strings, threads, and twines to make your lifestyle even more beautiful. There is no other alternative to spending your valuable time other than DIY ideas. Make sure you enjoy the time!!