A person always strives for the best. No matter how beautiful and luxurious the apartment is, Vacation home, dacha, we will find something to redo. After all, it never hurts to simply update your boring interior. We tried to collect in our article a wide variety of ideas for the home and photographs for them. From basil in a flower pot to a transformable bed, these finds will make your home even more comfortable.

“My home is my castle” is an expression that never loses its relevance. It is home that we strive for after a hard day; only at home can we truly relax and unwind. And, of course, everyone wants to make their home special and as comfortable as possible. Fortunately, now you can’t find anything in stores for repairs and decor, so the design of your home is limited only by your imagination. We bring to your attention 16 useful and inspiring ideas for your home: they can help make your life easier, update your interior, or create something new and individual.

1. Mirrors in the house: making a palace out of an apartment

The room is not enough natural light? Do you need to adjust the shape of the room or visually expand the space? Mirrors will help with this. You can install a full-wall mirror, you can order a wardrobe with mirrored doors or even a mirrored ceiling - it all depends on what effect you want to achieve. If you place a mirror opposite the window, a small room will immediately become lighter and more spacious. Full-length mirrors “stretch” the ceilings. Another entertaining idea is a coffee table or nightstand with mirror surface; they will add volume to the room.

2. Invisible ironing board: an idea for a comfortable life

Certainly, ironing board necessary in every home. It’s just very inconvenient to constantly pull it out and lay it out... Now you can forget about the discomfort: a long time ago, designers came up with a folding ironing board for a “smart” home. It can be built anywhere: in a small cabinet where an iron and other useful things will fit, in kitchen set and even in the mirror. This way you will save space and “unload” the interior, and ironing will become an easy and enjoyable process.

3. Dream balcony: don’t waste a meter

Is there a balcony? Make it your own room! In spring, summer and early autumn, you can relax on the balcony and read your favorite novel. Or, conversely, work - but for fresh air. How nice it is to admire the sunset while sitting in soft chair with a mug of your favorite tea! Even a small area of ​​the balcony can be used effectively: in addition to an armchair and a compact coffee table, you can also fit a cabinet with books or other useful things. The only difficulty is that you need to insulate the balcony, and this requires effort, money and often the help of professionals. However, even a couple of extra square meters can make your home more comfortable.

4. Different chairs: “messing around” in the kitchen

Sometimes variety in the interior not only looks appropriate, but also prevents you from getting bored. And a hooligan note in any style, even minimalism, doesn’t hurt. But how to choose bright accents, for example, for the kitchen? The easiest way to decorate a dining room is to choose different chairs. Both color and shape may differ: the pieces of furniture you select may be slightly out of general design rooms - the main thing is that they match each other.

5. “Smart” bed: a fabulous idea for a nursery

Children grow up quickly - that's a fact. And especially quickly, children “grow out” of clothes and furniture, which can hit the family budget. To prevent this from happening, there are many tricks and interesting ideas - including such a transforming bed. When assembled, this unusual home item is a safe crib for babies with a built-in chest of drawers. When the child grows up, the chest of drawers can be removed - this will create extra space. Even when your child needs a new place to sleep, the “smart bed” will not be in vain - with a slight movement of the hand it turns into a table.

6. “Juicy” accent: an idea for wall decoration

Paste floral wallpaper on the walls? Last century! Nowadays the idea is very often used accent wall when all the walls are painted solid color, except for one thing - it is painted in a bright color or wallpaper with an unusual print is glued onto it. An accent wall has many functions: it will add personality to the interior, help divide the room into zones, and adjust the area of ​​the space. You can focus not on the whole wall, but on a ledge or columns. In addition, you should pay attention to the color scheme: cold tones “pull apart” the walls, while warm tones, on the contrary, visually reduce the space.

7. Wallpaper for the bathroom: an oasis in the desert

The bathroom has a special microclimate with high humidity and frequent temperature changes. Therefore, when thinking about renovating a bathroom, many people prefer traditional finishes. Refute stereotypes and say no to annoying ceramic tiles! A modern bathroom interior idea is wallpaper. Paper ones, of course, won’t work, but modern market finishing materials are very easy to choose moisture resistant wallpaper the most different colors. The most durable and durable option is fiberglass wallpaper. And you can choose glue that does not lose its properties when exposed to moisture.

8. Cozy window sills: an idea for dreamers and pragmatists

There is a rumor that only young romantic people can sit on the windowsill and dream. It is not true! The window sill can easily be turned into small sofa for guests; This way you make the most of the space in your home. This home idea can be implemented not only in the living room. For example, in the kitchen it can become an extension of the countertop, in the bedroom - a spacious table for work or study, and in the nursery - a toy box. In general, there are many interesting ideas.

9. Idea for the hallway: “stretching” narrow corridors

The first thing that greets both guests and the owner upon entering the house is the hallway. Therefore, it must make a good impression and set the mood right from the start. But what to do if the hallway is too narrow and cramped? An interesting and very useful thing for the home is hanging furniture. Wardrobes and chests of drawers will literally “float” in the air, which will visually expand the space a little. And you can place shoes under the furniture. Also, do not forget about the proper placement of mirrors.

10. Attic in a private house: making a childhood dream come true

The attic can be not only a dark storage place for things that have been covered with centuries of dust, but also a place for conversation, inspiration and entertainment! Making an attic habitable requires both large costs and labor-intensive construction works: you need to install windows, insulate the room, select finishing materials... But as a result, you will have another room in which you can arrange extra bedroom, office, billiard room, bar or your own mini-cinema. Great idea for country house and dachas.

11. Zoning techniques: an original idea for a home

It happens that there is one room, but there are many inhabitants: it can be a nursery for two or three fidgets, a “one-room apartment” in which parents live with their child, or a room in a university dormitory. But everyone needs personal space! Divide the room into different zones possible in several ways. It can be a screen, wooden or glass partition, closet, rack, blackout curtains, columns - there are a lot of elegant solutions. If you need to delimit the space only visually - for example, the kitchen from the living room in a studio apartment - you can choose separate lighting for each zone.

12. Indoor plants: a lifeline for the interior

Indoor plants and flowers will not only add coziness to your home, but also a little. Don't limit yourself to a couple of cacti - feel free to add the most beautiful plants to your rooms. different types and sizes. Bright accents unusual ones will be added to the interior flower pots and vases. You can not only admire plants, but also eat them: in room conditions you can grow spices, mint, garlic and much more.

13. Secret storage: a useful idea for fashionistas and fashionistas

Do you like jewelry? Do you store them in boxes? There is much more convenient way. Exists secret closet for jewelry, disguised as a mirror. It makes it very convenient to try on accessories for different looks. The main thing is that all earrings, rings and necklaces will be stored in one place and at hand.

Various hand-made jewelry can highlight natural beauty. suburban area and bring hidden design talents into reality (and almost all of us have them). But before you get started, examine your supplies first. And don’t forget about one sacred rule of all summer residents: don’t throw anything away.

To create original garden decorations you will need absolutely unnecessary, seemingly unnecessary things: old dishes and furniture, holey shoes, car tires, barrels, plastic bottles, trimmings building materials, firewood, etc. The most effective methods are the use of plastic, stones and wood. For example, from old tin cans you can make such a cute Tin Woodman, who, as you can see, still managed to find his heart.

And cans of beer and other carbonated drinks can be used to create cute balloon lanterns that can be hung next to the window.

The main thing when making various decorative elements is a sense of style. Therefore, first decide on the style direction, taking into account the area of ​​the territory, the existing design style, as well as your capabilities and wishes.

All ideas for decorating a garden can be divided into two large groups:

• non-functional;
• functional.

Let's get acquainted with the features of each of them.

Non-functional decorations

This includes those decorations that perform a purely decorative function, that is, they have no practical use. These are various figures, souvenirs and crafts. However, many of these decorations can be the real highlight of any garden. Here, for example, are crafts made from smooth stones painted with acrylic paint (although you can use any other paint). Moreover, for greater effectiveness, you can use fluorescent paint.

Great crafts can be made from old boards and stones. Additionally, you can use beads, multi-colored pieces of glass and the same acrylic paint. From all this you can make funny figures people, animals, gnomes or insects. At night, such sculptures will look like magic lanterns if the stones are painted with fluorescent paint. And from the usual steel wire and golf balls you can make these cute ants.

Note! You can involve your children in working with applications and paints. Trust me, you'll have a great time.

Even old cutlery can come in handy. From them you can make, for example, a dragonfly.

But the most economical of materials is plastic, or rather, old plastic bottles of various sizes. You can make literally anything from them - piglets (more on this a little later), elephants, proud swans or cute sparrows that can be planted on fences. And if you also take nail polish, you can decorate the garden with these colorful butterflies cut from plastic bottles.

IN Lately It is very fashionable to decorate the site with all sorts of colorful characters made with your own hands. From old spoons you can make a hanging decoration in the form of a fisherman and small fish.

But let's get back to plastic. It can be used to create not only animals, but also various plants(palm trees, cacti, roses, daisies, etc.). It could even be a fabulous flower that will delight the eyes of science fiction fans.

Note! It is recommended to place decorative elements made from plastic bottles as far into the garden as possible, especially if there are small children in the family. The fact is that you can accidentally cut yourself on the cut edges of bottles.

Many decorative elements can be made from rusty metal sheets, pipes, and old tools. For example, this woodpecker, for the manufacture of which corrugated sheeting and a circular saw were used.

Metal decor in the shape of a bird

To create multi-colored mushrooms in the garden, you can use dishes (including disposable ones) and unnecessary children's toys.

Video - Original ideas for the garden with your own hands

Functional jewelry

These are elements that successfully combine decorativeness and functionality, that is, they are not only beautiful, but also bring certain benefits. If you have old plastic/iron bathtubs or other containers, you can use them to create garden ponds. You can plant aquatic plants or add fish to the ponds. Additionally, you can use tiles, pebbles or boulders, and also decorate the banks of reservoirs with other elements - for example, lighthouses made from painted plant pots.

You can line the boundaries of the pond concrete blocks or granite as shown in the image below.

Don't forget about plants - you can use car tires, buckets or plastic bottles to create extraordinary flower beds. Moreover, many people make flower beds from chairs, beds and chests of drawers. It is also better not to get rid of old stumps, because you can make excellent flowerpots from them by planting flowering plants there. Well, even a work boot can be painted, placed on a mosaic ball and something can be grown there.

An old bicycle, which can be completely painted if desired, is also perfect for the role of a stand for pots.

Note! If you use stumps as flowerpots, then plant flowers in clay pots, since you should not plant them directly in wood - it will rot from moisture.

Very simple, but at the same time beautiful element can be done using paint cans (preferably with drips) as flowerpots.

Don’t rush to throw away old wooden chairs - you can use them to make beautiful swing and paint them with bright paint.

And here's another one original version– using an old hanging birdcage to plant succulent plants.

Rare gardens are complete without the ringing sound of birdsong. And to make the birds feel comfortable, you can make beautiful birdhouses for them, decorated with decoupage and other decorative elements. The birdhouses themselves can be made from old furniture or leftover boards.

A bright birdhouse can be made from an old Lego construction set that children no longer play with.

And if you live near a park, you can make a squirrel feeder. To make it, you will need a toy chair, which should be attached to the tree with two self-tapping screws. Screw a head of corn onto a long self-tapping screw attached to the chair, which you will then periodically change.

We make garden decorations with our own hands

We offer you several step by step instructions for the production of original decorative elements.

Piglet made from plastic bottles

To make this decoration you will need:

• plastic bottle 5 l or 6 l;
• 2 liter plastic bottle (you will use it to make ears);
• four cups (can be replaced with cut bottle necks) for feet;
• scissors;
• a pair of large buttons (they will be used for the eyes);
• moisture-repellent pink paint;
• Super glue;
• wire;
• marker;
• brush.

Once everything is ready, proceed directly to work.

Step 1. Clean the bottle first big size from stickers.

Step 2. Cut out ears from a two-liter bottle. At the base of each ear, leave approximately 5 cm for fastening.

Step 3. Make slits on the head for the ears. Insert the ears there, fix them in the desired position and glue them with superglue.

Step 4. Glue the legs with the same glue, then attach a wire twisted into a spiral - it will serve as a tail.

Step 5. Paint the resulting structure with pink paint, trying to distribute it as evenly as possible.

Step 6. When the figure is dry, glue the buttons, draw the snout and the contours of the ears.

Note! You can make a few more smaller piglets to make a mother with babies.

You can also make piglets into flowerpots, as shown in the image below.

To do this, make a cutout in the back, then pour soil for flowers inside the body. Then you can sow the seeds.

You can check out several more options for making bottle pigs.

Small decorative piglets for garden decoration

Bat

An original garden decoration can be a bat hanging on a tree, fence or even next to the front door.

To make such a mouse you will need:

• wire;
• rubber tube or large tire;
• nylon threads;
• foam sponge;
• double sided tape;
• feathers or pieces of fur;
• black fabric (necessarily elastic);
• acrylic paints in matching colors.

Step 1. In accordance with the planned dimensions, cut out a piece of rubber of the required size. To do this, draw the outline of the animal. To add volume to the ears and paws, you can cut them out separately.

Step 2. Cut out the body and muzzle from a washcloth and cover them with elastic fabric. Sew the resulting elements with a rubber blank using nylon threads. If desired, you can additionally secure the elements with wire.

Step 3. Glue the legs to the body, passing the wire through. Cut narrow strips from rubber that will give the wings volume. Glue the strips using double sided tape, holding it with threads for extra security.

Step 4. Start painting. Color the ears, draw the nose and mouth. Make the chest a little lighter by adding a few black strokes to imitate fur. Tape the fur onto the neck, ears and paws.

Plastic swan lantern

You can make a beautiful and unusual swan from plastic film. And if you additionally equip the bird with lighting, the garden will look even more sophisticated and charming.

For work, prepare:

• scotch;
• 6-7 m of polyethylene (preferably 150 microns - this is the film used in greenhouses);
• aluminum wire;
• 5 liter bottle;
• isolon.

After this, proceed to the main manufacturing stage.

Step 1. Having thought over the dimensions of the figurine, make a frame from wire and a bottle as shown in the image below.

Step 2. Cut the isolon into thin strips and wrap them around the frame. For greater security, secure the strips with tape.

Step 3. Slice plastic film to the stripes. Give them a fringed look by making small cuts on one side.

Step 4. Wrap strips of film (fringed outward) onto the frame, starting from the tail. Periodically burn the film (use a heated screwdriver) to adhere it to the main element.

Step 5. In the same way, make wings separately and attach them to the body.

Step 6. There are several possible options for how to make the backlight in this case. You can, for example, take an ordinary round lantern and insert it into a bottle, after making a hole. You can also decorate the outside of the bird with flexible LED tubes.

Note! It is advisable to place the swan near a pond.

And finally - a few more interesting options garden decorations.

Decoration: wire butterflies

What has not been invented in the world of design for a comfortable, stylish and at the same time original interior. Experienced craftsmen know how to surprise their customers. Do you think it’s impossible to do something like this? But in vain! We've got 80 luxury home ideas that are not unlike designer bells and whistles.

1. Beaded curtains

Instead of an ordinary door, lovely curtains made of beads and beads look much more interesting. It’s very easy to make these, you just need to buy a lot of beads.

In the process of work you will need: scissors, a base for the curtain (cord, fishing line), a cornice, large beads and the beads themselves.

Think over the pattern, then measure the fishing line, folding it in half. Leave some extra space to attach it to the bar and start weaving.

We decorate the bar and fasten the bead threads.

2. Decor on the wall in the form of a world map

Materials needed: twine, hammer, pen, stationery metal nails, a plain area on the wall, world map.

The finished panel can be decorated with anything - photographs, pictures, postcards and other things that you always want to look at.

3. Marine motifs: unusual clock on the wall

How to transform your home environment and maintain a romantic beach mood? We recommend making a watch from sea pebbles.

To work, prepare pebbles, clockwork, scissors, ruler, paints, marker, glue, cardboard and wrapping paper.

We wrap the frame with paper (you can also use a nice thick fabric).

We paint the pebbles in different colour, draw a dial, mark the place for attaching the mechanism and attach a loop to it.

Glue the pebbles.

We install the mechanism and admire the unique masterpiece!

4. Magic lamp

Even an ordinary glass jar can shine without electricity. And it won’t be difficult to make such magic happen.

For a sparkling lantern, prepare glass jar, a lot of glass balls, alcohol, cotton wool, luminescent paint and brush.

First, wipe the inside of the jar well with alcohol, and only then use a brush to make strokes and dots of paint. Let it dry completely. All that remains is to pour glass balls- so the rays in the wonderful lamp will playfully echo.

5. Picket lamp

6. Paintings of flower buds

Everyone can do artistic crafts when they have flowers, paints and inspiration.

7. Felt rose basket for small items

Felt – comfortable material primarily for those who are just learning the basics of cutting and sewing. It is not necessary to skillfully sew and cut out, since such fabric does not require an overlocker. Simply cut and connect.

So, prepare: felt, ruler, knife, pins, thread, hexagon-shaped stencil.

Transfer the shape and cut it out.

Gather the core with pins.
Attach the remaining petals.

A wonderful basket in the shape of a rose is ready! It can have a lot of functions - from storing small items, to a newspaper rack and flower pots.

8. Natural composition from branches and fresh flowers

Materials: wire, wire cutters, a beautiful ribbon, small branches up to 15 cm long (about 60 pieces), pruning shears and the best flowers.

Making a frame.

We twist our composition and secure it with the remaining wire.

The final touch is decor. We wrap the branches with ribbon, place the flowers inside and place them in a glass flask. The result is incredible!

9. Decorate the walls with origami paper

10. Functional board organizer

11. Original shelf with jars

12. Gorgeous lampshade “ Luminous lace”

Materials: lace fabric (this could be a piece of an old curtain), a brush, PVA glue, an electric mechanism and an inflatable balloon.

First of all, we cut the lace fragments.

We inflate the balloon, coat it with glue and overlap our lace circles. Let it dry for a day.

We pierce the ball with a needle, peel it off from the lace surface.

We make a hole in the opposite side for wiring. We install the electrical mechanism.

13. Bucket lampshades

This original lampshade imitates an old bucket, creating an antique effect. But in fact it is made of dense specific fabric.

14. Signs with messages

15. Colorful photo collage

16. Impressive photo wall

17. Creative pendant with photos

18. Letter of Memories

19. Exclusive vase from a can and nuts

20. Laconic cute vases on the wall

Materials: planks (preferably square), fasteners, leather tape, cute glass pots, screws, hammer, screwdriver and scissors.

21. Decorative clay pot

22. Transforming old shoes

23. An extraordinary panel - a new role for old-fashioned ties

24. Decorate the wall with children’s hats and elegant dresses

25. Vintage window frame cabinet

26. Not a standard place for skis

27. “Ski” photo frame

28. Musical wall of guitars

29 ... and vinyl records

30. Headboard made from old pallets

Very simple idea to create a cozy interior identity. You can hang different things on pallets: mini garlands, ribbons, cute fabrics.

31. Cork mat

A great alternative to regular bathroom bedding! It is convenient, practical and beautiful. This rug repels moisture, and its natural color will harmoniously fit into almost any environment.

32. Old storage boxes

33. Picket fence for a hanger - an element of vintage decor

34. Retro idea: decorate the inside of furniture with beautiful wallpaper

35. Wallpaper on the doors

36. Wall frame - a place of honor for a luxurious wallpaper ornament

37. Double function of one pattern

Support the theme of the wallpaper on the wall by wrapping books in it.

38. Update your table lamp by decorating the lampshade with some pretty wallpaper.

39. Nature in your home

40. Another role of an ordinary hanger

41. Hanger with clip as a holder for paintings, photographs and other decorative items

42. Office tablet for compositions on the wall

43. Artist's experiments

44. Bright chandelier with pompoms for a nursery

45. Lush paper balls for decoration

46. ​​Garland in boho style

47. Cute braid for a Roman blind

48. Transforming the lampshade with lovely fringe

49. A fun interior detail – a garland of mini pom-poms by the window

50. Restoration of a high chair for a nursery

It’s easy to make a beautiful and stylish piece of furniture from an old chair with scuffs and scratches. Prepare your paints masking tape and colored wool threads to make a cute pillow with pompoms for the high chair.

51. Snag as a hanger

52. A vintage chest is a great alternative to a coffee table

53. Original bedside table from a chest

54. A chest as an exhibit inside a glass box - a central piece of interior decor

55. Extravagant dressing table from a suitcase

56. Unusual minibar

57. “In limbo” – chests a la shelves

58. Storage cases

59. Adorable pet bed

60. Music wall

61. Cities and countries above the desktop

62. Note board

63. Instead of wallpaper, old newspapers

64. Precious bookmarks

In the modern world of computer technology, books have also acquired electronic format. But for some of us, the ritual of reading good old books in their original form still takes place. A luxurious bookmark will not only further emphasize its significance and value, but will also become a decorative highlight of your interior. This kind of thing is easy to do with your own hands.

Any decorations are suitable for decoration - beads, brooches, stones.

For work you will also need: wide colored ribbons (velvet or satin), scissors, thread, needles, wire cutters, glue and clips for decoration.

Find the perfect combinations for your taste.

Glue the ribbons well by folding them in half.

We decorate the ends with clips.

65. Serving decor – butterflies made from napkins

Add a romantic touch to your table decor by turning paper napkins in cute bright butterflies. You just need a thin wire, scissors and, of course, the napkins themselves.

Fold the napkin in half.

We form triangles along diagonal lines.

On one side, we connect the ends of the triangle to the vertex.

Turn it over and bend the top to the base.

That's all! All that remains is to make the antennae from the wire.

66. Bird on canvas

68. Stylish decoration of plates

Materials needed: white plates, tape, special markers, water, cotton swabs and an oven. Cotton buds with a glass of water will be needed in order to adjust the pattern.

Option N°1

Option N°2

The final touch is to secure the resulting drawings by placing our plates in the oven. For porcelain 220°C for 30 minutes, for ceramics – 160°C for the same 30 minutes.

69. Unusual cover for a vase

A vase made from a plastic bottle with a decorative cover made of multi-colored lightning bolts looks much more attractive!

Materials: 12 zippers (20-25 cm), plastic bottle, thread, knife.

Sew along the length of the zipper.

Sew the two edges together (you can do this by hand).

Let's try it on.

Cut off the top of the bottle.

We trim the flowers and enjoy the composition!

78. Family organizer: making a menu

79. Luxurious basket “Pink Heart”

80. Romantic decor – heart made of branches

Such options for great ideas for handmade crafts and other things for the home are what you need when the usual interior is no longer inspiring, and you can’t afford to radically change the decor.

You can create a beautiful and cozy interior in your home with the help of handmade crafts. Making such original things is not so difficult - you don’t need professional skills for this. The things we make with our own hands are unique, they give the interior of the home individuality and add variety to the environment.

From crafts self made the special warmth of the hearth emanates. Thanks to unusual creative gizmos, you will have the opportunity to change the interior at will or in accordance with the seasons (for example, create New Year's decor). DIY home decor is varied and purposeful. Homemade beautiful things and useful crafts for the home can be used as original furnishings, decorative elements, or as devices intended for storing various household items.

In order to make things with your own hands, you don’t have to buy expensive materials, you can also use improvised means.

Creating unusual decor is possible without large material costs. Most of you have various unnecessary little things in your house, for example, fabrics, colorful paper, buttons - all this can be used as material for crafts.

There is similar “junk” in almost every house, if you dismantle the pantry or rummage around in the attic, you will find something. They are also useful for making beautiful new items and homemade little things. natural materials, glue and threads. But handmade decor ideas at home are also needed - of course.

Many people believe that only people with experience can make crafts and create presentable interior items on their own - this is a misconception. Show your imagination, combine different textured materials, don’t be afraid to experiment, and you will create not only beautiful, but also original home decor.

Even if you have to tinker with the first thing, each subsequent decorative craft will come out better and better, and you will spend less time.

DIY craft ideas for the home

So, what can you do yourself for your home? Let's look at a few ideas for inspiration. Among the proposed options, you will definitely find something interesting for yourself and try to make the thing you like with your own hands.

Housekeeper

One of the useful things for the home that also serves a decorative function, which you can make with your own hands, is a key holder.

The peculiarity of this key holder is that its design imitates brickwork. The basis for the key holder is thick cardboard (you can use part of a box). You will also need a tight toilet paper or thick napkins. Dense material is needed so that it does not spread when lubricated with glue. Stock up acrylic paints, varnish and glue (ordinary PVA will do).

Make the back wall of the key holder from rectangular cardboard or a sheet of plywood. Hooks will be attached to the base. Cut out small rectangular bricks from cardboard, the size should be the same, and glue them to the base, leaving a small distance between the parts. Not the entire surface of the cardboard is covered with bricks.

In the central part you need to stick a sign decorated with an inscription, and in the upper part you need to place a beautiful picture.

After this, coat the bricks well with glue, and put a napkin (previously crumpled) on top and a little more glue for impregnation. Using a stick, press tissue paper or paper into the gaps between the miniature bricks to create corners. Give the craft time to dry.

Paint the dry panel with paint (to imitate natural brick, you need to choose a red-brown shade). Use bronze paint to paint the seams.

After the paint has dried, paint the bricks with the same tone using a dry brush (dip the brush into bronze-colored paint, then wipe it on paper until it is almost dry, and only then brush the brickwork).

On a note! When painting bricks, you need to move the brush without changing direction.

To give the key holder a smooth finish, coat it with a clear matte varnish.

The work is completed by attaching the loops, after which it can be hung on the wall or given as a gift to someone. The photo below shows the finished key holder:

Jewelry hanger

All representatives of the fair sex love jewelry; Almost every woman has jewelry that needs to be stored somewhere. An original storage for jewelry will be a hanger made like a painting.

In order to make a hanger for storing jewelry, you will need:

• baguette frame;
• plywood;
• stain (paint can be used as a replacement);
• hooks and drawer handles;
• nails;
• screwdriver and drills;
• cutting tool.

Cut the plywood according to the dimensions of the frame and coat it with stain, then dry it and apply it to the frame. Mark the places where the hooks will be attached and screw them. All that remains is to hang the decorations on the hanger.

Now you have a place to store women's treasures - jewelry.

Plastic canvas box for storing small items

A simple but presentable box designed for storage various little things can be made from plastic canvas.

Canvas is a material for embroidery. You will need a canvas made of plastic; you can buy it in stores that sell everything for needlework.

On a note! Plastic canvas is usually made in the form of sheets, A4 size. The perforations in the plastic canvas differ in size. Canvases are produced with different quantities perforations, the more there are, the smaller they are.

In addition to the canvas, you need to stock up on the following materials:

• dense threads;
• large needle;
• fabric or beads;
• scissors.

Embroidery on plastic canvas is almost no different from regular embroidery. Embroidery techniques can be different, the most popular are cross stitch and satin stitch.

The plastic canvas is flexible, but at the same time it is very durable.

Decide what the dimensions of your box will be. Divide the material into parts intended for the sides and the bottom. There should be five parts in total. Make elements for the lid. Make a workpiece whose size is 0.5 cm larger in width and length from the bottom. The sides of the lid should be slightly narrower. You will need five more parts. Then sew the parts with thick threads (you can use braid and even ribbons).

You can embroider any pattern on the blanks. Drape the parts that are not embroidered with fabric or embroider with beads.

Having completed all 10 blanks, begin assembly. The first step is to sew the side parts to the bottom. Then sew all the side elements of the box from the outside and trim the top along the edges. The last step is to assemble the cover in the same way.

We assemble the lid of the box in the same way.

A beautiful box made of plastic canvas is ready.

Woven rugs using tapestry technique

One of the options to add coziness to the interior is tapestry rugs. To weave such things you don't need special tools. A rug using the tapestry technique can be made from scrap materials: thick threads that are used for knitting (they can be replaced with ropes made from old clothes) and cords.

A tapestry is a lint-free carpet made by hand. The base of tapestry rugs is decorated with ornaments created by interweaving threads. We will create a plot composition in the form of a circle with drawn lines; a thread will run along them, serving as the basis.

All work is done using weft threads. Hiding under a complex name ordinary ropes and braid, from which weaving and decorative patterns are created.

• choose a strong thread to create the base;
• pulling the weft thread should be done by hand;
• To make the tapestry more dense, you can press the threads to the center; for this, use a simple fork.

Stage one. We draw out cardboard measuring 500 x 500 mm. We stitch the cardboard with the thread chosen for the base. To do this, cut the markings drawn on the cardboard and thread a rope through the lines so that it runs through the central part.

Stage two. Let's start weaving the tapestry. You need to carefully fix the starting thread. Weaving using the tapestry technique involves pulling the underlying cord by alternating one thread at the top and the second at the bottom.

Stage three. After weaving the last turn of the thread around the cardboard circle, you need to turn the resulting rug over to the reverse side and cut off the base cords. When pruning, leave about 5cm at the ends. Pull the ends of the laces out of the notches made on the cardboard (there is no need to remove the picture while pulling it out) and tie them into pairs. Attach pompoms to the resulting knots.

Complete the composition by sewing a thick rope from the wrong side in a circle - this will hide the knots and ends of the threads.

Advice. By using different textures and shades of threads, you can make different rugs and then combine them into one. You will get a large rug that can be hung on the wall or laid on the floor.

A tapestry rug placed on the floor will make it warmer and also looks beautiful. Weaving a tapestry rug with your own hands is not difficult: try it and see for yourself.

Ribbon curtain

You can make an unusual curtain from ribbons. Tape curtains are suitable for both windows and doors. It will take a little time to make a curtain from ribbons, even sewing machine need not. A fluttering ribbon curtain repels insects well; Previously, such curtains were made from newspapers cut into strips.

To make a curtain from ribbons, you need the following materials:

• ribbons or fabric strips (with edges that do not fray);
• cornice;
• clips or buttons.

The ribbons need to be thrown over the cornice and secured with clamps. Large beads can be strung onto fabric strips for decoration.

The ribbon curtain performs not only a practical, but also a decorative function. The advantage of curtains made from ribbons is their lightness. This is an excellent option for a summer house; a ribbon curtain can also be hung in an apartment.

Flower pots made from paper bags

Many people have houses paper bags, instead of throwing them away, make a flower pot out of them.

Materials for making flower pots:

• paper bags;
• wooden skewer;
• scissors;
• rope;
• glue;
• plastic container.

Take paper bags and mark them: eight strips measuring 70x300 mm, then cut the paper along the dotted lines.

Place a wooden skewer in the corner of one of the strips and wrap the paper base around it diagonally. You must make a paper tube from each strip. Tape the corners paper straws so that they do not unwind. The easiest way to do this is with a glue gun.

Take a plastic container, apply glue to it and wrap it with paper (from the same bags) so that the plastic is not visible. Glue paper tubes to the bottom of the container. Cut paper strips measuring 70x450 mm (you will need large bags) and make tubes.

Wrap the tubes so that they are pressed tightly against the walls of the container. Attach a long tube of paper with glue to the bottom of the container and wrap it around it, you need to braid the main tubes. Wrap all the main tubes, and then change the direction of weaving to braid the missing tubes - this way you need to wrap the entire container.

Make two holes in the sides of the pot (top).

Stretch a string through the holes made; tie a knot at each end of the twine to secure it well. Another woven tube will help hide the ends of the twine. Wrap the tubes protruding above the pot inside the container and secure with glue.

The unusual flower pot is ready.

Handmade items for the home can be used as decorative elements in your home or given to friends.

Most things made by hand are not only beautiful and original, but also useful and necessary in the household. Feel free to start working on homemade things and decorate your home with them.

Video For five more ideas for handmade crafts with your own hands to decorate the interior of rooms, see the video below:

When decorating your home, it can be difficult to find the right balance between functionality, comfort and style. No matter how much money we spend on decent furniture, the rooms are always missing something and end up looking nothing like the ideal apartments we see in magazines.

Sometimes the situation can be solved with the help of small tricks that take only a few minutes of your time and do not require any money. Read following tips to find out how you can make your home more stylish and cozy with minimal effort.

1. Take care of the front door

We should not forget about front door, even if you live in apartment building, since it is she who creates the first impression of your home. Take care of it in the same way as you would of interior doors. Add a few pots of flowers, hang a seasonal wreath or decorations, update your license plate, or paint your door a bright color.

2. Arrange objects according to the rule of threes

As in many fields and disciplines, the rule of three is actively used in decoration and styling. A trio of pieces looks more visually appealing and more balanced, especially when it comes to size, height and materials.

Start small and decorate small corner in your living room or table. For example, place a vase of flowers, a basket of books and a clock. You will see how cute and cozy this composition looks. But do not oversaturate the room with such decorative details, otherwise the effect will be read incorrectly.

3. Lay out carpets in several layers

Place a small, thick rug on top of a larger, more neutral rug. This is also a great way to test how you feel about bold experiments in the interior, and such a design move will make the room more comfortable and stylish. Thanks to this tip, you can divide the space into zones or emphasize the necessary places.

4. Arrange books in alternative ways

A vertical or slightly inclined stack of books is a canon for a classic interior. Alternative placement speaks of a bold and modern style. Try alternating shelves, arranging books either vertically or horizontally. Horizontal lines will break up the pattern of vertical lines and attract attention. You can place additional items on book shelves. Just make sure the order is random, as a rigid layout is very noticeable.

5. Display things that have a story to tell.

This advice is a little more complicated than it sounds, because not every person wants to show off objects dear to their hearts and realize that no one else is impressed with them except themselves.

To grab people's attention, your favorite items need to stand out. environment and immediately catch your eye. Don't forget that you don't have to cross an ocean to find something worth telling others about. As long as you have a cherished memory associated with the item, you can captivate your guest with this topic.

6. Make a cute thing out of an old bottle

Next time you have beautiful bottle from alcohol, milk or perfume, don’t dare throw it away. Save it and use it as a vessel for liquid soap or vases. Alternatively, fill it with beads and tie a bow with twine. But first, soak the bottle in warm soapy water until all labels are easily washed off. The transparent vessel looks very stylish and futuristic.

7. Dust frequently

Nothing kills style like dust. You may have been cleaning just yesterday, but the dust will quickly find its way back. Take a closer look and find the surfaces where it is most noticeable in daylight, and be sure to wipe these areas between “general cleanings”. This way you can enjoy clean air and don’t worry when guests show up unexpectedly.

8. Arrange flowers in random order

When you receive bouquets, place them somewhere in the corner of the room, and never in a central place. Bonus points if they are wildflowers or garden flowers. Random placement makes it feel like the flowers are an integral part of your home and you're not trying to show off or impress others.

9. Move furniture between rooms

We are used to moving things around within one enclosed space, and it is not natural to move furniture from room to room. In fact, things may look much better in the new space, or serve more functionality. When you don't have the time or budget to buy new home decor, the quickest way to freshen up any room in your home is to rearrange your furniture.

10. Keep white towels in the bathroom

It's a personal choice, but White color towels give a feeling of freshness and cleanliness. Plus, having more than one towel in your bathroom adds casual hospitality and attention to detail.

11. Always keep several books on the coffee table

Books instantly add style and provide entertainment for guests. Be sure to include your favorite book and several works of different genres. You can put just books or mix them with magazines and photos. This perfect place to apply the rule of threes and combine books with decorative elements and small objects.

12. Serve water in a jug

Whether you drink tap or bottled water, store it in a jug. There's nothing cuter than putting it on the table during lunch with your family or dinner with guests. If it's a clear jug, you can add cucumber or lemon slices to the water.

Leave the pitcher on your bedside table to both humidify the air and add some style points.

13. Paint some items to match the walls or trim.

Most often, things in an apartment do not fit well with each other due to different styles, colors and finishes. Paint some furniture the same color as the walls, or choose curtains/rug/cushions to match exactly. This will create a certain unity of space. Such items should be scattered throughout the room, not too close to each other. There is no need to repaint everything - even a small dose will help create harmonious composition.

14. Keep napkins on the table even if you're not eating.

This may seem counterintuitive, but it actually creates the illusion of a clean home and order in the family (especially if you have children). Napkins are also a great way to add color and pattern to your kitchen interior. They can be inexpensive, plastic, rubber or paper. You can also make napkins with my own hands by cutting the fabric into small squares. The main thing is to take into account color scheme.

15. Decorate your home with variations of the same element

Choose one type of product that you have enough of. For example, fruits, and the brighter the color, the better. You can also use some kind of vegetable or simple elements that occur in nature, such as rocks or wood.

Place them in a vase or bowl and place them in a visible place, but not in the center. The goal is to attract attention, so the vase should be of simple shape and ordinary material.

16. Group candles

Gather all the candles you have and place them in small groups throughout your apartment. The living room is the first place. Lighting candles in groups is much more effective than lighting them individually as they provide more light, which is ideal for an evening with guests.

When purchasing candles, avoid fussy designs and scents. The best ones are classic white candles, which are ideal for grouping.

17. Add indoor plants

Plants not only bring freshness and color to a room, but are also an important decorative element. Place them near large pieces of furniture or use them to fill empty corners. Small plants can be mixed in a composition, following the rule of three.

18. Remove some accessories

If you're a fan of small trinkets, decorative items, works of art, rugs, pillows, your home most likely resembles a folk art museum. Minimalism in home interior looks much better than an abundance of unnecessary things. Try removing some accessories, replacing them, adding something else until you are happy with the result. It is best to decorate the house with one type of decorative items. It looks stylish and cozy.

19. Keep a small blanket on the couch

Not only does a lightweight blanket feel cozy, it can add texture and color to a fairly flat or neutral room. If you want to add just one colorful touch, make sure that the blanket is not neatly folded, but casually thrown over the back.

20. Place baskets around the house

A basket is a lifeline when you need to clear away clutter before guests arrive or move things from room to room. They seem much more expensive and exotic than they really are. Baskets can be different sizes and shapes, but they should be made of the same material or have a common color so as not to create too much chaos. They can be a completely unique and loud splash in a neutral space in your room. If the interior of your home is made in light colors, choose baskets of darker shades, and vice versa.

21. Store food in containers

This The best way organize space in your kitchen and add a stylish touch to the interior. Store grains, spices, cookies and other foods in containers. Glass containers look beautiful, but they can be expensive. Use inexpensive options. The point is not to have the whole set. The key is to keep the containers the same material and color to create a clean, organized look in your kitchen or pantry.

22. Hang things on the walls

Many people avoid decorating their walls because they don't have enough money for expensive pieces of art. But you don't need fancy paintings because anything can be art as long as it evokes feelings in you. Hang magazine pages, photographs, or your own drawings in a chaotic manner to add dynamics to the wall. From time to time, change the images to update the interior a little.

23. Show off your hobby

Don't be shy about showing your hobby openly. Firstly, it will be a topic for interesting discussions. Secondly, you can hang the results of your labor on the walls, or randomly place them on shelves or simply leave them on the floor. This is guaranteed to add uniqueness to your home.

24. Use unwanted items in unexpected ways

Be it a fireplace, an old piano, large furniture, appliances, empty corners... Place books, vases, plants there, and unnecessary objects will instantly turn into stylish elements interior

25. Let your home reflect your personality.

Most stylish houses are decorated with photographs of their residents. But the houses from real life, where interesting personalities live, are filled with things that the owners like. Musical instruments, books, old cassette tapes... After all, the easiest and most reliable way to make your home more stylish is to add more information about who you are and what you like.

Take the time and turn your home not only stylish, but also your favorite place on Earth!