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Leather Bracelets, Cacti Soaps + More DIYs to Make This Weekend

Leather Bracelets, Cacti Soaps + More DIYs to Make This Weekend

Spring is coming in *hot* (or so we hope), and we think it’s about time to leave this soggy wet mess of a winter season behind us. In celebration of the coming season, we’ve put together some super fun and oh-so-colorful DIYs. Scroll down for this week’s project picks and prepare to get those creative juices flowing — come weekend rain or shine!


DIY Natural Dyes

6a00d8358081ff69e201b8d2629594970c Get crafty with avocado pits, black beans, and even onion skins in this experimental dye project that takes your linen fabric from basic to beautiful. (via A Beautiful Mess)

DIY Gradient Planters

6a00d8358081ff69e201bb09786bdc970d Transform average planters into art with this simple spray paint DIY. Your greenery will look even more alive when they’re planted in these colorful pots. (via A Beautiful Mess)

DIY Letter Board

Letterboard_029 Add some retro decor to your life with this simple DIY letter board. Leave sweet nothings, reminder notes, and inspiring messages for your roomies (and for you!). (via Brit + Co)

DIY Dyed Wood Beaded Keychain

3765d11ef7a71c5ed5c4a2830d807ba1 Looking for a simply sweet gift for your BFF? Transform standard wooden beads into a vibrant accessory piece to add to a keychain or clutch. (via Storypiece)

DIY Flower Bouquets

DIY-Flower-Bouquet-for-Random-Act-of-Kindness-Day-9 Make someone’s day extra special with this adorbs bouquet DIY project. Pick an early spring bouquet, wrap in “you are loved” printable paper, tie bow, and repeat. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Leather Cuff Bracelet

diy-leather-cuff-7 Cropped Leatherworking just got easier with this straightforward and stylish bracelet DIY. Once you have the basic elements assembled, add flair! Attach chains and beads, or paint designs for a little extra pizzazz. (via Life Is a Party)

DIY Mudcloth Design Trays

DIY+Mudcloth+Design+Trays+-+@DrawntoDIY This African wood cloth design (known as “bogolanfini”) is v trendy right now. Make your own impressively cute serving tray using only a baking sheet, spray paint, and a Sharpie. (via Drawn to DIY)

DIY Colorful Cacti Soaps

efb1e4352e104243bf1450ccf550ac8f Get your spring clean on with these *way* too cute cacti soaps. Customize color and fragrance for a unique creation. It just makes scents! (via Lovely Indeed)

DIY Gradient Bar Ware

Gradient Bar Ware-3 Whether you’re throwing a themed shower or just celebrating life, this easy spray-paint DIY will bring a pop of color to every tablescape. Experiment with color blending or go for the (all) gold. (via A Kailo Chic Life)

DIY Lucky Charms Bracelet

Lucky_Charms_Charms_038 Live the charmed life and mold all eight types of your fave cereal marshmallows out of Sculpey clay. Affix to bracelet chain for everyday adorable wearability. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Constellation Napkin Rings

napkinring.votives.done1_.1100 These bright oven-bake clay rings are cute and super nifty — when they’re not holding napkins, they can double as constellation votive holders! We recommend this project for DIY weddings or just ’cause. (via Brit + Co)

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