40 DIY Kitchen Décor Ideas to Refresh Your Space on Any Budget
- DIY Dip-Painted Spoons Wall Art
- Vintage-Inspired Cutting Boards
- DIY Macrame Plant Hanger
- DIY Stenciled Tea Towels
- DIY Modern Range Hood
- Restoration Hardware-Style Weathered Dining Table
- DIY Terrazzo Planter
- DIY Make and Bake Mugs
- DIY Glass Door Cabinets
- Pantry Door Makeover
- DIY Painted White Wood Floors
- DIY Hand-Lettered Dish Cloths
- DIY Kids’ Art Gallery Wall
- DIY Wallpapered Cabinets
- DIY Air Fryer Orange Garland
- DIY Farmhouse Coffee Station
- DIY Faux Shibori Textile Art
- DIY Reversible Banquet Cushions
- DIY Painted Farmhouse Cabinets
- DIY Basket Pendant Light
- DIY Upcycled Herb Garden
- DIY Faux Stoneware Salt Cellars
- DIY Black Pebble Trivets
- DIY Shibori Dyed Placemats
- Glass-Etched Trifle Bowl
- DIY Stenciled Farmhouse Bookshelf
- DIY Natural Dyed Linen Napkins
- DIY Reusable Paper Towels
- DIY Pallet Spice Rack
- Birthday Present Cabinets
- DIY Minimal Wooden Dish Rack
- DIY Air Plant Holders
- DIY Family Photo Coasters
- DIY Gold Foil Table Runner
- DIY Floral KitchenAid Mixer
- DIY Leather Strap Shelf
- DIY Faux Marble Countertop
- DIY Patterned Stools
- DIY Neon-Blocked Food Storage Jars
- DIY Papier-Mâché Cafe Sign
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, so why not pour a little extra decorating love into your space? Kitchen renovations are one of the most popular home improvement projects, but you don’t need to do a full remodel to make a big visual impact on your space. Here, you’ll find 40 of the best kitchen décor ideas out there to awaken your creativity and DIY spirit. From colorful wall art to a basket pendant light to shibori-dyed placemats, there’s something special in here for all styles and skill levels. No kitchen is too dated to be updated by one of these awesome projects.
Tired of your cherry wood floors, for example? Check out the tutorial for painting your floors a fresh, modern white look—and get this: You can even skip the boring sanding part! Not into your ’90s-era granite countertops anymore? Read on to find out how to get the marble look for much less. And the best thing about these projects? They can all be done on a budget. So what are you waiting for? Check out this creative roundup of DIY kitchen decorations and make a change in your kitchen today! (Check out these open shelving kitchen ideas and kitchen storage ideas for even more inspiration.)
DIY Dip-Painted Spoons Wall Art
Brighten up your kitchen walls with this dip-painted delight! All you’ll need for this easy project are thrifted vintage spoons and a variety of colorful paint.
See more at A Joyful Riot.
Vintage-Inspired Cutting Boards
This tutorial teaches you how to transform plain wood cutting boards into beautiful, vintage-inspired kitchen decor in less than 30 minutes! This distressing technique involves beating up the wood with a hammer, staining the wood, and finishing with a stencil design.
See more at Snazzy Little Things.
DIY Macrame Plant Hanger
This DIY macrame plant hanger will add more color, texture, and life to your kitchen, and it couldn’t be easier to create. This project uses only two basic macrame knots, so it’s perfect for beginners.
See more at Persia Lou.
DIY Stenciled Tea Towels
Get professional, silkscreen-like results at home using vintage-inspired mesh stencils and gel art ink for fabrics. They’ll never know it was DIYed!
See more at Snazzy Little Things.
DIY Modern Range Hood
This gorgeous modern range hood pulls double duty as a fan and cabinet storage. We love the way it blends in seamlessly with shaker cabinets!
See more at Honeybear Lane.
Restoration Hardware-Style Weathered Dining Table
Get the Restoration Hardware look for less with this tutorial for a weathered wood dining table. This project is definitely a labor of love, but in the end, you’ll have an heirloom piece will last a lifetime!
See more at Snazzy Little Things.
DIY Terrazzo Planter
If you’ve been thinking about dipping your toe into the terrazzo trend, this is the perfect way to do it. Add some luxe, modern style to your kitchen with a DIY baked-clay terrazzo planter.
See more at Persia Lou.
DIY Make and Bake Mugs
Show off your artistic side by using dollar store mugs and ceramic paints to create these unique coffee mugs. Make your artwork last by baking your mugs in the oven and sealing them with a finishing spray.
See more at Snazzy Little Things.
DIY Glass Door Cabinets
Adding classy glass doors to your upper cabinets will make your kitchen feel taller and more open. Plus, it will allow you to see what’s inside for easier access! Check out this tutorial for tips.
See more at Honeybear Lane.
Pantry Door Makeover
Move over, accent wall. Make way for the accent door! This quick project can totally transform the look of your kitchen in just a couple of hours. When you’re done, pop on a pretty wreath for added flair.
See more at Honeybear Lane.
DIY Painted White Wood Floors
Say goodbye to your dated kitchen with this super easy tutorial for painting warm, white wood floors. The best part about this project is that you can skip sanding and get right to the fun part!
See more at Heathered Nest.
DIY Hand-Lettered Dish Cloths
This simple project uses heat transfer to create your own custom dish towels with cute, cooking-themed phrases. This craft would also make a great gift for the style-conscious chef in your life.
See more at Persia Lou.
DIY Kids’ Art Gallery Wall
Put your children’s art work on display with this clever DIY art gallery wall! This display piece can be created using molding, colorful fabric,s and starch.
See more at Heathered Nest.
DIY Wallpapered Cabinets
Nobody wants to get lost in a sea of kitchen cabinets. For added interest and airiness, remove a couple of your cabinet doors, attach some pretty wallpaper to foam core boards, and add them to the back of your cabinets.
See more at Vanessa Francis.
DIY Air Fryer Orange Garland
Add an organic pop of color to your kitchen by crafting these sweet orange garlands. You can make them in an air fryer, a dehydrater, or simply bake the slices in the oven on wire racks and a cookie sheet.
See more at Robyn’s Southern Nest.
DIY Farmhouse Coffee Station
The best part of waking up…is this gorgeous farmhouse coffee station! We love everything about this DIY project, from the barn wood-framed chalkboard wall, to the handcrafted buffet table, to the vintage coffee pots.
See more at Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry.
DIY Faux Shibori Textile Art
This DIY textile art will be the perfect subtle compliment to your kitchen! Follow this tutorial for a simple way to mimic shibori, the Japanese art of resist dyeing and texturing.
See more at Lemon Thistle.
DIY Reversible Banquet Cushions
Make your kitchen a little cozier with this easy-to-follow tutorial for reversible banquet cushions. Switch your look up in seconds by using colorful mud cloth on one side and neutral linen on the other.
See more at Lauren Koster.
DIY Painted Farmhouse Cabinets
Bare cabinets, be gone! We love this easy way to invite farmhouse charm into your kitchen by painting your cabinet fronts with grain sack stripes and numbers.
See more at The Other Side of Neutral.
DIY Basket Pendant Light
This scene-stealing basket pendant light is as easy to make as it is on the eyes! All you’ll need is a plain old basket from the store and a few key supplies.
See more at Sugar & Cloth.
DIY Upcycled Herb Garden
This adorable indoor herb garden will add flavor to your meals and your kitchen space. Believe it or not, these little containers are made from old lotion bottles.
See more at Lovely Indeed.
DIY Faux Stoneware Salt Cellars
If hand-thrown pottery is in your dreams but not in your budget, then this is the perfect project for you! Find out how to add a speckled stoneware finish to elevate the look of plain salt cellars.
See more at Sugar & Cloth.
DIY Black Pebble Trivets
It’s the little things that make a house a home. Take, for example, these adorable black pebble trivets that you can DIY in mere minutes!
See more at Make It & Love It.
DIY Shibori Dyed Placemats
These shibori-dyed placemats will bring a boho-chic vibe to your tablescape. Simplify the process with a handy indigo dye kit.
See more at Lovely Indeed.
Glass-Etched Trifle Bowl
A glass etching is super easy to do and it adds a sweet little touch to any piece of glassware, including this trifle bowl. This bowl would be perfect for holding fruit on your counter or kitchen table.
See more at Make It & Love It.
DIY Stenciled Farmhouse Bookshelf
This stenciled bookshelf will be right at home in your farmhouse kitchen. After you stencil the back of the bookcase, lightly distress it for a well-loved feel.
See more at Polkadot Chair.
DIY Natural Dyed Linen Napkins
Warm up the color of your linens the natural way using paprika and onion skins. This is a great project if you have extra fabric scraps lying around.
See more at The Merry Thought.
DIY Reusable Paper Towels
These DIY reusable paper towels are as cute as they are eco-friendly! Hang them by your sink for easy access and a little splash of color.
See more at Sarah Hearts.
DIY Pallet Spice Rack
Bring a little rustic style to your kitchen with this DIY wood pallet spice rack. We love that it’s customizable to accommodate spices of all shapes and sizes!
See more at Make It & Love It.
Birthday Present Cabinets
Celebrate your loved one by turning your kitchen cabinets into festive birthday (or Christmas) presents! All you’ll need for this project is a removable adhesive and some wide satin ribbons.
See more at Studio DIY!.
DIY Minimal Wooden Dish Rack
Dish racks don’t have to be unsightly. Complement your kitchen’s minimalist style with this easy DIY modern wood drying rack. Your dishes will thank you.
See more at The Merry Thought.
DIY Air Plant Holders
Air plants are easy to care for and pretty to display, especially in these chic DIY holders. (Surprise! The round ones are made using wood doll heads.) Add these to your kitchen window to bring life to your space.
See more at A Night Owl.
DIY Family Photo Coasters
This tutorial teaches you how to transfer all your favorite photos onto wood rounds, using Mod Podge. Use these cuties as coasters or display them on your wall for all to admire.
See more at Clever Poppy.
DIY Gold Foil Table Runner
Go glam in your kitchen with this DIY gold foil table runner. This is perfect for entertaining on special occasions or if you just want to add a little everyday excitement to your kitchen!
See more at Sarah Hearts.
DIY Floral KitchenAid Mixer
KitchenAid blenders are already pretty, but with the help of this tutorial, yours will be a work of art! We love that this project isn’t permanent so you can mix it up with different decals.
See more at The Craft Patch.
DIY Leather Strap Shelf
These leather strap shelves will instantly elevate your kitchen. Pro tip: You can use old leather belts for an easy and affordable way to create this look.
See more at Clever Poppy.
DIY Faux Marble Countertop
This project is proof that you can make a dramatic change to your kitchen without spending a lot of money. For just $13, you can achieve the marble countertop look of your dreams using marble contact paper!
See more at The Merry Thought.
DIY Patterned Stools
Don’t stand for boring stools! This tutorial will teach you how to make over your counter stools using Mod Podge and a beautiful patterned paper in a design you love.
See more at Clever Poppy.
DIY Neon-Blocked Food Storage Jars
Store your dry goods and snacks in style with these colorful neon-blocked jars. We love this easy way to bring a pop of color to your kitchen.
See more at Oh Joy!.
DIY Papier-Mâché Cafe Sign
Get the cafe feel without even leaving the comfort of your own kitchen. This fun cafe wall sign is crafted using washi tape, paint, and papier-mâché letters.
See more at Sarah Hearts.
