You’re going to love making these wood crafts for your home decor! These projects use a variety of surfaces and are great for selling too.
Many of us have seen that aisle in the craft store. You know the one. It’s got all the wood surfaces that you might want to use in DIY projects: photo frames, wooden blocks, plaques, etc.
It’s really fun to go to that aisle and dream up projects. But honestly, there is a certain amount of overwhelm that goes with it. Do you feel it too?
There’s almost too much rolling around in my brain when I see all those surfaces. I forget what I came for, and I start dreaming up various projects based on what I’m seeing. SO I’ve decided to make it a little easier for you!
Instead of wandering around for an hour or so trying to figure out what to make, you can just try one of these wood crafts below. They have supply lists so that you will know exactly what you need when you’re in the wood aisle.
What Wood Surfaces Can I Use?
This is just a sampling of what is available in the aisle of the craft store. Of course you don’t have to purchase your wood from the craft store.
You can get lumber cut down at Home Depot, and I find the Goodwill to be a great place to get unique wood surfaces that need a makeover. There’s also Dollar Tree!
- Beads
- Birdhouses
- Clothespins
- Coasters
- Craft dowels
- Craft sticks
- Crates & boxes
- Cutting boards
- Letters & numbers
- Pallets
- Picture frames
- Plaques – round, square, oval
- Rectangle wood tray with handles
- Small and large shapes
- Squares, cubes, and blocks
- Trunks
- Turnings – spools, etc.
- Wood canvases
- Wood slices
- Words
What can I use to decorate the surfaces?
You’ve got a lot of options, including spray paint, chalk paint, acrylic paint, Mod Podge, and more. I recommend starting simple if you are new to wood crafting. Brush on acrylic paint is a great way to start decorating wood surfaces.
Are you ready to jump into these easy DIY wood craft ideas? Check out the list below!
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DIY Perpetual Calendar
Create a DIY perpetual calendar using wood blocks! You'll also get a free printable to make it easy.
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2
Photo Transfer to Wood
Learn how to transfer photos to wood in three simple steps! All you need is your favorite image and a medium.
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3
Decorate a Wooden Stool with Paper
Have a wooden stool that needs a makeover? I made this decorative step stool with pretty paper and Mod Podge. It's really EASY to do! Check out our painted wood stool too.
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4
Easy Wood Storage Bin
Storage doesn't have to be boring! I used bright paints, scrapbook paper, and decoupage on this wood storage bin.
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5
Colorful Geometric Frame Using Tissue Paper
This tissue paper frame is perfect for whipping up quickly and adding color to your home. So easy, even a child can do it!
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6
Decorative Letters for Wall Decor in Minutes!
Learn how to make decorative letters using confetti and wood letters! This project is perfect for a kids' room or craft studio.
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Make Your Own Display Risers
Make your own display risers and add some charm to your home decor. How about gifting one to a friend? Simple and versatile for the win.
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DIY Stained Wood Tray
DIY a simple wooden tray! Instead of paying $50 for one she saw, Erin made her own, and it was a super fast project.
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9
DIY Desk Organizer
Make a desk organizer using recycled materials, and customize it any way you like using this tutorial.
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10
Glasses Holders with Fun Faces
Learn how to make a DIY glasses holder that looks like a face with simple wood surfaces from the craft store. SO cute and easily customized.
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11
How to Decorate a Wood Crate
Use Mod Podge stencils and sand to decorate a wood crate. Perfect for holding books, craft supplies, or anything else you need to store.
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12
Make Baseball Bookends
Learn how to make bookends with a baseball theme! This is a fun project for the sports fan in your life.
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13
Scrapbook Paper Wall Art
Use cool scrapbook paper and cut pieces of wood to make fabulous DIY wall art in minutes. So easy and looks great on the mantel!
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14
DIY Plant Stand with Craft Store Supplies
Make a DIY plant stand for spring or summer with this easy tutorial! Simply use paint, wood rings, and wood balls from the craft store.
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15
How to Make a Map Clock
If you want to decoupage with maps, you'll love this map clock! It's very easy to make with a few simple supplies and a wood clock face.
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16
Decorate an IKEA Magazine Holder
Want an easy craft idea? Grab an IKEA wood magazine holder and paint it for decor or as a gift!
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17
DIY Closet Dividers for Nursery or Kids’ Room
Use your favorite scrapbook papers and decoupage medium to create unique DIY closet dividers that are perfect for kids' rooms. This is one of my favorite simple wood craft ideas.
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Shadow Box Forest
All you need is a wood rectangle, some wood triangles, and paint to make this unique winter art. I would leave it up for the entire holiday season!
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19
Fabric Covered Jewelry Box
Mod Podge a DIY jewelry box using bright fabrics and Mod Podge.
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20
Alphabet Blocks
Use wood blocks for crafts to make these cute kids alphabet letter blocks! Great for decorating kids' rooms or a nursery.
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Wood Doormat with Mid-Century Style
Make a mid-century inspired DIY wood doormat using wood slats and your favorite retro fabric! It’s easier to do than you think, and it’s really unique.
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DIY Coffee Bar Sign with Farmhouse Style
This DIY coffee bar sign project is EASY! Anyone can do it. You'll use a piece of scrap wood, vinyl lettering in a cute font, and paint. Get more coffee bar signs.
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How to Decorate a Shelf with Scrapbook Paper
Learn how to decorate a shelf the easy way! If you see an unfinished wood shelf at the craft store, try this option with paper in four easy steps.
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24
DIY Scrap Wood Candle Holders
What to do with pieces of scrap wood? Turn them into home decor! These DIY wooden candle holders are easy to make, easy to customize.
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25
Vintage Sewing Patterns Box
I love covering everything I can in old pattern pieces and Mod Podge – so I decorated a gift for a friend: a decoupage box! It was VERY easy! I also did a fabric covered one.
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26
Scrap Wood Art Tells Your Family Story
Tell your story with this unique scrap wood art! Use your favorite graphics from places you've visited or lived. Very easy to make!
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27
DIY Wood Coasters
Learn how to make wood slice coasters from a tree branch! This project is perfect for rustic or farmhouse decor.
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28
DIY Recipe Holder
This recipe holder makes the perfect gift! It's a great idea for the cook in your life, and so easy to make (and personalize).
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29
Family Reunion Centerpiece with Rustic Flair
Make a DIY family reunion centerpiece to make your gathering beautiful! Looks perfect with a rustic or vintage style theme.
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30
Easy Wood Circle Earrings
Learn how to make decoupage earrings using wood circles and floral scrapbook paper! These are easy, even if you've never made jewelry before.
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How to Make Keychains
Learn how to make keychains using wood circles, scrapbook paper, and Mod Podge! These make great gifts.
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32
DIY Resin Cutting Board
A resin cutting board is as a useful kitchen tool and a piece of decor! Learn to decorate a wood cutting board with resin for home or gift (more resin crafts).
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Comic Book Letters
Learn how to make these comic letters with Mod Podge! Perfect for a kids' themed superhero bedroom or man cave.
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34
Painted Wooden Spoons
Use Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge for this unique wooden spoon makeover. These are so colorful and make great gifts! SO easy to do.
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35
DIY Clip Frames
Learn how to make DIY clip frames using wood shapes and clips! Such an EASY project.
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36
Inkjet Photo Transfer to Wood
This inkjet photo transfer to wood is easy with Mod Podge and regular school glue. Do it in five simple steps!
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37
Decorate a Wood Plant Stand for Spring
What I love about this DIY wood plant stand is that you can use it at size to grow small items in a small space (like herbs in an apartment)!
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38
Unique Coloring Page Name Plaque
Use your adult coloring pages to make this personalized DIY name plaque! Relax and enjoy coloring, then turn the pages into wall art.
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39
Farmhouse Wall Decor
Make your own DIY farmhouse wall decor with any square of wood and wood shape – just add your favorite papers to personalize!
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40
Colorful Chair for Kids
Looking for a way to personalize children’s furniture? This kids decoupage chair is easy to make with your favorite colors of paint, paper and Mod Podge.
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41
Welcome Sign with Boho Style
Flowers are so trendy right now, so instead of the sign I hang every year, I decided to make a DIY welcome sign for my living room with a wood pallet.
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42
DIY Photo Block
Use your Instagram images to create this easy wood photo block! You'll use Mod Podge photo transfer medium to make it happen.
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43
Comic Book Pen Cup
Do you know someone that loves superheroes? This DIY pen cup covered in comic books makes the perfect gift! Great for Father's Day.
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44
Decorate a Tray with Adult Coloring Pages
Do you have coloring pages lying around and aren't sure what to do with them? Decorate a wooden tray! It's easy and makes a great gift idea.
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Essential Oil Storage Box
Do you have a collection of oils? Learn how to make an essential oil wood storage box that holds your bottles securely. This organizer looks good too!
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Gnome Bookends in the Cutest Woodland Theme
Learn to make these cute bookends using supplies found at the craft store! Isn’t the woodland and mushroom theme so fun? Perfect for kids’ rooms.
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DIY Filing Cabinet Makeover
Learn how to how to make a filing cabinet look nice with paint, paper, and Mod Podge!
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How to Paint Nesting Dolls the Easy Way
Learn how to paint wooden nesting dolls with spray paint and some acrylic paint details. These got a revamp, and I’ll show you how it’s done!
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Decorate a Wood Pendant
Learn how to decorate a wood pendant with a picture from a magazine, or any scan you like! This DIY jewelry is easy and great for gifts.
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If you enjoyed these wood projects, I’d love for you to check out these other ideas:
Yvonne Tucker
Wednesday 8th of June 2022
I TRULY LOVE THIS IDEAS
Amy
Wednesday 8th of June 2022
Thank you so much!