50+ Easy Crafts to Do at Home for Instant Fun - Mod Podge Rocks

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Get 50+ ideas for easy crafts to do at home! These use a lot of household items you probably have in your stash. Great projects for kids and adults – and perfect for beginners.

I think everyone knows where they were in March 2026. You know, when we started quarantine?

I worked in an office at the time, and I was sent home that Friday thinking that we’d be back to the office in two weeks. I didn’t grab anything except my laptop!

Now it’s years later and that company I worked for is permanently remote, and the world is forever changed. I work out of my home now, as do a lot of people (some still from quarantine!).

One thing I’ve noticed is that I’m not taking the same amount of car trips I used to.

I still go to the grocery and craft store, etc. but I’m much more intentional about where and when I go. I’m not as quick to take a trip I don’t need to take these days.

Which got me thinking . . . .

this year I want to focus on really utilizing my craft stash – along with household and – to make things. Not only will I save money, but I’m looking forward to making a little bit of room using what I have.

Are you on the same creative journey? If so, I’ve got a great list of fun crafts to do at home – with the stuff you already have on hand.

Because we all have those that have been sitting around, right?

Check out these 50 arts and crafts I think you’re going to love! I tried to put together craft ideas that use (at least mostly) items from your house or that you are likely to have in your stash.

Not only are these things to make at home inexpensive . . . but they are easy as well. None of the crafts on this list are hard, so if you’re a beginner (or even a kid!) you’ll likely be able to tackle them effortlessly.

Take a peek at the projects and let me know what you think in the comments. Which of these are your favorite? Enjoy!

1 Paper Mache Bowls Learn how to use and to make ! I'll show you and then paint it.You can also do the same thing with fabric! Learn how to make a . 2 Easy Painted Rocks That Are Fun to Make Get TEN ideas for beautiful painted rocks PLUS instructions on how to paint rocks! These decorative rocks are perfect for gifts or home decor.PS – You can also if you'd like to see that! 3 Steve Carrell Make a Pom Pom Garland in Three Easy Steps! Learn how to make a pom pom garland in any size or color with this easy tutorial. This will be a perfect addition to your party or home decor! 4 Photo Collage Learn how to make a wall photo collage with Mod Podge! The entire project costs just under $20. 5 Beautiful (and Easy) Watercolor Collage Make this simple watercolor by cutting up watercolor paintings and decoupaging them to canvas. 6 Paper Beads Learn how to make paper bead jewelry the easy way, with simple craft supplies. 7 No-Sew Fabric Coasters (Vintage Style!) Learn how to make simple, no sew, DIY fabric coasters with an old scarf and decoupage medium. These are so easy and make a great gift! 8 Amy Johnson Denim Bunting Made from Old Jean Scraps (Easy!) If you have denim scraps left over or some jeans in the Goodwill pile, it’s easy to turn them into a DIY bunting! Perfect for a party or for little girls’ room decor. If you don't have a sewing machine? Use hot glue. 9 DIY Book Safe Learn how to make a book safe the easiest way possible, with Mod Podge. 10 DIY Flower Pot Learn how to decoupage a flower pot with fabric and Mod Podge. 11 Steve Carrell DIY Ribbon Wreath in Three Easy Steps! Everyone should know how to make a basic wreath! This is a great beginner crafts idea for adults and looks good inside or on a front door. 12 Decorating Glass Jars are so fun and I love the cost (free)! You'll be decorating glass jars with fabric scraps and embellishments – very easy. 13 Decorative Light Switch Covers Turn plain outlet covers into something fabulous with fabric and Mod Podge. 14 DIY Desk Organizer Make a desk organizer using recycled materials, and customize it any way you like using this tutorial. 15 Glitter Shoes Learn how to make glitter shoes using Mod Podge! This sparkly footwear DIY is simple enough for both children and adults. 16 feelslikehomeblog.com String Art for Beginners This simple step by step tutorial shows how to DIY string art with yarn, cords, or twine. Includes patterns. Can be made by kids or adults. 17 Washer Necklace Learn how to make washer necklaces using this simple tutorial! It's a perfect craft for kids or adults – plus it's inexpensive. 18 Steve Carrell These Clothespin Trivets are Heat Resistant! Learn how to make clothespin trivets with a few simple supplies! These are super easy and high heat resistant so you can use them with hot pots. .Don't forget to grab your pins at the dollar store! 19 Fabric Covered Books Learn how to transform your books into stylish decor with this easy DIY guide on fabric-covered books. 20 Recycle Pill Bottles into Useful Organizers If you have a giant purse, I have a solution to losing things in the black hole – into organizers! So easy to make. 21 happyhooligans.ca Paper Plate Bowl Weaving Who can't use more storage? These cute little bowls out of paper plates are so fun . . . easy . . . and colorful! 22 Amy Johnson DIY Tote Bag from a Tea Towel in Less Than an Hour Learn how to make a DIY tote bag from a tea towel from your stash. This project is easy, cute, and budget friendly! Makes a great gift idea. 23 Fabric Covered Shelves Learn how to cover shelves with fabric using Mod Podge! These decoupage shelves are very easy to do. 24 Make Coasters Out of Wood Learn how to make wood coasters from a tree branch! This project is perfect for a variety of decor styles. 25 Pretty Life Girls T-Shirt Stamp from a Takeout Box (Easy DIY!) Learn how to make a DIY t-shirt stamp in any design from the unlikeliest of surfaces! You’ll love this fun fashion project – and it’s so easy, the kids can help! . 26 Steve Carrell Yarn Wall Hanging on a Budget If you love budget friendly decor, this is your project. Learn how to make this unique yarn wall hanging with a stick and some cute colors of yarn you have in your stash. 27 Leslie Manlapig Make Wine Cork Stamps The Easy Way! Instead of purchasing stamps at the store, save a couple of bucks and make your own from wine corks. It’s VERY easy. There’s a video in this post to learn how to make them. 28 Glitter Clothespin Magnets 29 Amy Anderson Packing Tape Transfer Learn how to do an image transfer from a magazine using a packing tape transfer. This is SO easy and has so many creative applications! 30 DIY Keychain from a Soda Can This DIY keychain is so unique – it’s made from a soda can! You can make your own version using your favorite soda and Dimensional Magic. 31 Cheryl Sorce DIY Spin Art Machine with a Salad Spinner Make your own spin painter by using a household item as a spin painter! This DIY spin art machine is so fun for kids to do – it’s budget friendly and easy to set up. 32 Fabric Covered Boxes Made with Mod Podge Learn how to make fabric covered boxes using Mod Podge, fabric, and recycled materials! This is an easy and budget friendly craft idea. 33 DIY Patchwork Jeans Create your own unique style by applying scraps of fabric to your jeans for a funky and fun pair of pants. This is an easy no sew idea! 34 Decorate a Ceiling Fan Learn how to decorate a ceiling fan using paper and Mod Podge! You can do this tutorial with fabric, wrapping paper, and more. 35 diycandy.com Easy Crepe Paper Flowers, Made in Five Minutes! Learn how to make crepe paper flowers in 5 minutes flat – so easy and so pretty! You don’t need any crafting experience, and they are perfect for parties or decor. 36 Mod Podge Lamp Shade Makeover in Minutes This Mod Podge lamp shade makeover project takes less than 30 minutes and it’s incredibly easy to do! Use your favorite fabric. . 37 Cute DIY Pencil Holder from a Jar (Free to Make!) Turn a recycled jar into a cute DIY pencil holder in just a few steps! This pencil cup is easy and you probably have the supplies on hand. 38 Wrapping Paper to Frame with Mod Podge This Mod Podge to frame is the perfect gift idea on a budget – all you need are a few supplies and some creativity. 39 Mod Podge Collage with a Magazine Learn how to make a Mod Podge collage using magazines! This was done on canvas, and you can use this method to create any design you like. 40 Magazine Bowl You Can Make for Free! Learn how to make a magazine bowl from a stack of old magazines! This recycled craft is fun and easy – and the tutorial comes with a lid. 41 Steve Carrell DIY Corner Bookmarks In a Few Easy Steps! Learn how to make DIY corner bookmarks using cardstock and Duck Tape! Both kids and adults will love making these; they’re so easy. 42 How to Glitter a Shirt Learn how to glitter a shirt with Mod Podge and make an old piece new again! You can even wash if you use . 43 Decorate a Vase with Tissue Paper Learn how to decorate a glass vase with tissue paper and Mod Podge. Such an easy way to update a plain glass piece, and makes a great gift! 44 Pretty Life Girls DIY Popsicle Stick Bracelets You’ve never seen popsicle stick bracelets like these! Learn how to make them super stylish with beads, paint, chains, and more. This tutorial is for all ages, from kid to adult. 45 DIY Lace Mason Jars Make DIY lace mason jars in less than an hour! This project is perfect for fall decorating and goes with a variety of themes. 46 DIY Magnets with a Fun Theme, in Four Easy Steps These DIY magnets are SO easy to make with decoupage medium and scrapbook paper or magazine pages! They have a fun nautical theme and make great gifts. 47 Make Spoon Garden Markers Do you have any old spoons? Use Mod Podge and your favorite scrapbook papers to make markers your neighbors will be jealous of. These spoon plant markers are so inexpensive and look so cute! 48 How to Personalize Pencils Learn how to make custom pencils with pretty paper and Mod Podge! These paper wrapped pencils are a really easy craft. 49 Bottle Cap Magnets Learn how to make DIY magnets with bottle caps! You probably have the supplies in your home already. Easy for both kids and adults. 50 Decorate a Tray Using a Goodwill Find Learn to decorate a tray with this simple tutorial! You’re going to love the before and after of this $3 Goodwill find. SO easy to do. 51 Steve Carrell Make a DIY Cord Organizer on the Cheap You can make a DIY cord organizer for cheap using this tutorial! This cable organizer can be made in minutes – we even provide a template. 52 Leslie Manlapig Fun Flower Pens (Made with Duct Tape!) Learn how to make flower pens using a fun craft material – duct tape! These DIY flower pens are easy enough for kids or adults. SO fun!

If you enjoyed these easy DIY home projects, let me know in the comments! You’ll also love these other ideas:

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1. Mallory Brookes says:

   I love these fun craft ideas!!

2. Rosealina says:

   Hi

3. Jeanece Odom says:

   I love these craft ideas

4. Happy says:

   At school we are doing a shop recycling business thing and all these crafts were amazing help

   1. Millie says:

      I like the ideas the things you use some people don’t have at home

5. Isabelle says:

   I made diy desk wiser and it really helped my mum with her work and now she’s more tidy

6. Lorianne says:

   Thank you. I have been looking for ideas to do with my grandsons. There are a number of them I think I can get them into.

7. Posi Ink says:

   Thank you for this helpful article!

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