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Rainbow Crafts Every Color Lover Should Try

These rainbow crafts are fun for any adult who loves color! There are ideas for all skill levels. Rainbow crafts are great for St. Patrick’s Day, Pride, spring, or any other holiday or celebration!

Rainbow Crafts for Adults

I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for warmer weather. If you knew me personally you would know this is very unusual. I usually like to freeze my Podgeables off. Yes, I’m one of those weird people that enjoys being cold.

This year’s a little bit different. I’m ready for warmth, and I’m ready for color! Maybe you are too?

When I think of warmer weather, the one thing that always comes to mind is rainbows. We get quite a lot of them in spring here in the Pacific Northwest of the US. Once I start seeing rainbows regularly, I know we’re on the right path.

Plus this is the only place I’ve seen double rainbows in my life. If you’ve ever been lucky enough to see one . . . they’re pretty cool! But I digress. That’s science and this is crafts, right?

If you like rainbows, I have a great list for you of over 30 ideas! Don’t worry, rainbows crafts aren’t just for kids. All of the ideas on this list are full of color and definitely for adults! Why should kids have all the fun?

If you’re ready for the list, scroll down and let me know your favorite project in the comments. Or which idea(s) you’ve tried. Or how much you love spring – and rainbows. Basically I’d just love to hear from you!

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diy rainbow doormat
karenkavett.com
Bright Doormat
Why buy a rainbow doormat when it is super easy to make one of your own? Check out Karen's tutorial for this bright and cheerful doormat!
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2
DIY Hello Summer Wood Sign
Hello Summer Wood Sign
Use a Dollar Tree wood flower to make this wood "Hello Summer" sign! It's a very easy decor project.
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3
rainbow basket crochet pattern
Cintia Gonsalez
Crocheted Storage Basket
You can use either t-shirt yarn (recycled from old t-shirts!) or doubled up ribbon yarn to make this handy tote! Use it for storage or bring it to the market – it's a great reason to learn how to crochet.
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4
A Rainbow Desk Organizer
akailochiclife.com
Desk Organizer
This rainbow desk organizer is perfect for those who love a colorful work area! A few wood rounds, paint, and a little chop saw action and this organizer comes together quickly.
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5
diy platform rainbow sneakers
studiodiy.com
Platform Sneakers
I love this idea for platform sneakers! Turn those large soles into beautiful rainbows using acrylic paint.
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6
diy rainbow gummy bear bracelet craft
mamalikesthis.com
Gummy Bear Bangle Bracelet
I think I need this charm bracelet! With the rainbow, you've got all the great gummy bear flavors represented – but you can't eat these, just enjoy wearing them.
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7
DIY rainbow felt key covers
Mollie Johanson
Felt Key Covers
You don't need a sewing machine for this rainbow craft! Grab felt in a variety of colors along with some embroidery floss. Both kids and adults can make these key organizers with ease.
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8
John Lavelle
Color Wheel
Use this rainbow craft to teach kids about the color wheel! Keeps them clear on color mixing as well – plus, it makes a cute decoration when you're done.
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9
Pretty Life Girls
Beaded Resin Letter
This easy resin letter project is perfect decor for a kids' room or nursery – grab a handful of beads in a rainbow of fruit flavors. This adds a special touch to your decor. Kids can pick the goodies and adults can pour the resin!
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10
Jeff Mindell
Stylish Fascinator
Rainbow hues certainly aren’t limited to just one day, so you can adapt this St. Patrick's Day headband to all sorts of color palettes! Outside of an Irish bash, you could make them for a tea party, bridal shower, or anything else that requires some fancy-pants hair wear.
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11
Beth Kingston
Rainbow Ribbon Wreath
You can make TWO rainbow crafts out of one wreath form with this cute ribbon rainbow project! Such a cute idea – these wreaths would be great for parties.
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12
rainbow christmas tree
heatherednest.com
Rainbow Christmas Tree
If you're dying to try something a little less traditional, try a rainbow tree for Christmas! It's simply a matter of putting your ornaments in the right color order; the rest is easy.
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13
Crystal Allen
Flower Garden Planter
A pallet planter doesn't have to be boring – give it a bit of pizazz with a rainbow paint palette! This is so easy, the whole family can help with this project.
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14
Rainbow resin coasters
Easy DIY Resin Coasters
You'll get tutorials for how to make several types of resin coasters, including rainbow.
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15
Painting Wooden Spoons
Use Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge for this unique wooden spoon makeover – these are so colorful and make great gifts!
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16
DIY rainbow collar pin
Brittany Jepsen
Rainbow Collar Pin
You can make this cute pin using white polymer clay and acrylic paint. Perhaps you should seal this rainbow craft with a little Sparkle Mod Podge for good measure? I'll leave that up to you.
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17
sewn rainbow wall hanging
Cintia Gonsalez
Colorful Wall Hanging
If you are into bold graphic prints and 70’s styled decor (like I am), this rainbow wall hanging will sit comfortable next to any vintage pieces you may have. You'll need a sewing machine, but the tutorial is very basic and easy. Would also be great for teen sewists.
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18
This piñata dog Halloween costume was so easy to create! I used simple supplies including rainbow felt with a doggy tee I already had. SO cute!
Dog Pinata Costume
Learn how to make a pinata Halloween costume that's perfect for your pooch! This DIY rainbow pinata costume is really easy to make.
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icecreamoffpaperplates.com
Rainbow Fan Garland
Make super simple paper garlands that can be used for almost any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or a baby shower, this party decor idea can be made in a cinch with colors that coordinate with your theme (though I love the rainbow!).
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20
Rainbow-Glitter-Vase
Heidi Ferguson
Glitter Striped Vase
Here’s a cute and easy vase that is perfect for the person who needs a little sparkly rainbow in their life. Wouldn't this look great with white roses?
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21
Keri Houchin
Rainbow Wreath
Dress up your front door and porch for summer or add a pop of color year round. This DIY rainbow wreath is quick and easy to make using tulle.
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22
Cathie Filian
Rainbow Picnic Table
Makeover a plain kids picnic table with furniture Mod Podge and decorative, colorful papers. It's really easy to do!
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23
Brittney Jepsen
Balloon Arch for a Celebration
Making a balloon arch is easy, though it takes some time – but don't you think this rainbow balloon arch is worth it? Perfect for all types of parties or even a wedding!
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Allison Murray
Butterfly Canvas Art
Sometimes you find a project that you want to keep up all year – this canvas is one of those rainbow crafts! Made with a cutting machine, you can also use a paper punch. It's so easy, and kids will love this hanging in their room!
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25
wine cork planters
Meaghan Mountford
Magnet Succulent Planters
These cute and colorful wine cork succulent planter magnets make your refrigerator way more charming. Even not-so-green thumbs can easily makes these.
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26
Cross stitch tie dye rainbow heart (free pattern)
craftwithcartwright.co.uk
Tie Dye Heart Art
Get the free cross stitch pattern for this tie dye rainbow heart. I love the way this turned out!
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27
Lauri Eaton
Tie Dye Socks
Do you love color as much as I do? Then you'll want to make a pair of your very own rainbow tie dye socks (or leggings as some may call them). So fun and truly statement making for your wardrobe!
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Use cut wine bottles and Mod Podge Sheer Colors to make this beautiful and unique wine bottle chandelier. Customize with your own colors!
Wine Bottle Chandelier
Learn how to make a DIY chandelier using wine bottles! This is such a cool idea that goes with a wide variety of decor styles.
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29
Make these cool watercolor DIY magnets using Podgeable shapes and Paper Mod Podge. They look great in a rainbow palette!
Easy Magnets
Learn how to make the cutest rainbow magnets with simple shapes and Mod Podge! These are perfect for kids and beginning crafters.
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Cintia Gonsalez
DIY Coil Baskets
Little baskets are so handy for corralling small items that seem to end up all over the house, you can never have too many. These lovely rainbow hued ones were created with a simple coil basket making technique!
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31
Elle Bee
Cute Keychains
These itty bitty rainbow keychains are made with ribbon and wire using a simple technique! The use of mini pom poms makes me happy as well.
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32
rainbow heart banner for valentine's day
Liz Stanley
Valentine’s Day Banner
This is a fun little rainbow heart banner made with felt and string, using a cookie cutter. You can use a sewing machine, or you can hand sew to complete this project.
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Alexa Westerfield
Colorful Paper Lantern
Grab a package of rainbow tissue squares, some glue, and a paper lantern – you'll have this cute project finished in no time! If you're having a rainbow party, you definitely need a few of these.
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rainbow shamrock art DIY
www.downredbuddrive.com
Shamrock Art
Can you believe that this wall art only takes 15 minutes to make? Click to find out how easy it is to complete!
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If you enjoyed these rainbow craft ideas, check out our rainbow crafts for kids! Plus I’d love for you to check out these other crafts for adults:

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