10 easy art and craft ideas for adults

Whether you have a creative mind, you are bored, or you simply love to DIY crafts, the list of easy art and craft ideas for adults below is what you should look for.

Are art and crafts activities for kids only? Said who!! Art and crafts are not only limited to one age group. There are many crafts for every age, and adults are no exception. Whether you have a creative mind, you are bored, or you simply love to DIY crafts, the list of easy art and craft ideas for adults below is what you should look for.

Art and crafts activities have been associated in some research with stress relief. They are also said to be a factor in increasing mood and self-confidence. Choosing one or more of these art and crafts for home DIY below, will help you enjoy some quality time producing lovely pieces of art, just from the comfort of your home.

What you will love the most about these ideas, is that you will find most of the material you need in your household. They are budget-friendly and will definitely bring you the satisfaction you feel when you accomplish a project just with your hands. Happy crafting!

10 easy art and craft ideas for adults

Patterned lantern

Photo credit: The house that Lars built

If you have a dull lampshade at home or one you don’t need anymore, don’t throw it away. Give it instead a different style. All you need is fabric, cardboard, and a spray adhesive. Make sure to have a pencil, a cotton twill, scissors, and a cutting mat. You will need them to wrap up this project successfully. Although the picture below is self-explanatory, you can always read the tutorial and learn how to do it step-by-step. 

Bohemian candle holders

Photo credit: Club crafted

Do you like these candle holders? Well, making them is easier than you think. Essentially you need a vinyl sheet. You will also need a few tools to create your desired pattern. And finally, you need to wrap the vinyl around the candle holder. Learn how to DIY this art and crafts idea perfectly on this link !

Floral candle

Photo credit: Mike Garten

Do you have taper candles at home? If so, then why not decorate them? You just need paint markers or acrylic paints to decorate your taper candles. Wipe the candles with a clean cloth to remove any debris. Then draw the design you want on one side and let it dry before painting on the other. Voila!

Woven vase

Photo credit: Mike Garten

This art and crafts idea is easier than you think. First, you must get an empty vase or even a tall can. Cut a piece of woven and wrap it around. If you want, you can stitch a cross pattern along the edges of the woven piece before wrapping it and add a personal touch to the vase. Finally, stick the woven piece with hot glue.

DIY wall design

Photo credit: Nina Williams Blog

What you see in the picture below, is a custom-made wallpaper done with a sponge. If you like the idea, you need to get a kitchen sponge, dip the straight edge in the paint, then press the sponge gently on the wall. The two bloggers Niña Williams and Cecilia Moyer were so creative to develop such an easy art and craft idea.

Woven coasters

Photo credit: Mike Garten

Back to the woven material, do you like coasters? You can use it as well to create easy and simple coasters. Just cut a piece of woven in a square or rectangular shape, then stitch it around or on two sides with a cross pattern or any other pattern you choose. Done!!

Colored wooden trays

Photo credit: Inspired by Charm

Do you have a similar nude tray at home? If not, just get a rectangular wooden board. Choose your paint colors, stick the tape to ensure straight lines while painting, and start painting one color at a time while waiting until it dries. Finally, screw on the handles, and you are done.

Tassel earrings

Photo credit: Tell Love and Party

Do you know that you can make jewelry at home? Yes! And a pair of earrings just like these tassel earrings won’t take you more than 5 minutes to DIY. With a few supplies, such as silk tassels, earring hooks, and end caps, you will produce a lovely piece of jewelry to wear as a gift. Learn more through this tutorial.

Wallpapered vessels

Photo credit: Mike Garten

Another way to make use of empty cans is through these wallpaper vessels. Find your preferred wallpaper texture, take the measurement by wrapping it around the can, cut it, and stick it on the can. Remember to fill the can with lovely flowers.

Colorful cocktail glasses

Photo credit: A Kailo Chic Life

Our last project is making these colorful cocktail glasses. Pick up your favorite cocktail glasses and a piece of adhesive vinyl. Cut it into shapes. You can also use vinyl with different colors. Stick the vinyl cutouts and use these nice glasses to serve your delicious drinks or cocktails to your guests.

These are 10 budget-friendly and easy art and craft ideas for adults to start making. Most of them would be done in no time. Once you do one of them, you will consider giving another one a try. And so the story goes…

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