The living room is one of the busiest spots in your home. It’s where you watch TV, chill with family, and entertain guests. You want it to be both comfy and stylish, right? Well, you can achieve that without breaking the bank with these 48 DIY projects. Let’s dive in!
DIY Paint Splattered Mirror Wall Art
Cluster together several painted mirrors to add color to your living room. A Beautiful Mess shows you how.
DIY Paint Splattered Mirror Wall Art from A Beautiful Mess
DIY Television Console
Modernize your old television console with a fresh coat of paint. It’s an affordable way to make a big impact. Follow The Desi Wonder Woman for tips.
DIY Television Console from The Desi Wonder Woman
DIY Bar Cart
Bar carts are super trendy. Make your own to keep all your cocktail essentials ready for your next gathering. Fish and Bull shows you how.
DIY Bar Cart from Fish and Bull
DIY Stylish Record Player
Give your record player a bold new look with patterned wrapping paper and colored vinyl. Lovely Indeed has a fun DIY for this.
DIY Stylish Record Player from Lovely Indeed
DIY Vintage Fur Ottoman
Turn a large cable spool and a second-hand fur coat into a comfy ottoman. DIY Passion shows you how.
DIY Vintage Fur Ottoman from DIY Passion
DIY Wood Side Table
Convert an Ikea chopping board into a stylish side table. Enthralling Gumption has the guide for this simple project.
DIY Wood Side Table from Enthralling Gumption
DIY Vinyl Record Storage
Display your vinyl collection with a custom DIY rack that holds up to 25 records. Burkatron shows you how.
DIY Vinyl Record Storage from Burkatron
DIY Crocheted Foot Rest
After a long day, put your feet up on a cozy crochet footrest. Delia Creates has a great DIY for this.
DIY Crocheted Foot Rest from Delia Creates
DIY Floor Pouf
Need extra seating? Make a floor pouf that can also double as a footrest. A Beautiful Mess has the instructions.
DIY Floor Pouf from A Beautiful Mess
DIY Metallic Wall Sconce
Add more light to your living room with a metallic wall sconce. Sugar and Cloth has the details.
DIY Metallic Wall Sconce from Sugar and Cloth
DIY Plywood Daybed
Build a simple plywood daybed that can be used as a couch or a guest bed. The Merrythought shows you how.
DIY Plywood Daybed from The Merrythought
DIY Storage Sofa
Perfect for small apartments, this sofa has built-in storage. Ana White has the plans for this space-saving project.
DIY Storage Sofa from Ana White
DIY Modern Plant Stands
Raise your potted plants with modern plant stands. A Beautiful Mess has a guide to making these.
DIY Modern Plant Stands from A Beautiful Mess
DIY Leaf Art
For a budget-friendly art piece, frame a giant tropical leaf. Monsters Circus has a creative guide for this.
DIY Leaf Art from Monsters Circus
DIY Hanging Planter
Add some greenery to your home by hanging a planter from the ceiling. A Bubbly Life has a simple tutorial.
DIY Hanging Planter from A Bubbly Life
DIY Tassel Blanket
Keep cozy with a handmade tassel blanket, perfect for Netflix nights. Tell Love and Party has a fun DIY for this.
DIY Tassel Blanket from Tell Love and Party
DIY Color Blocked Pillow
Add some color to your couch with color-blocked pillows. Paper & Stitch has the guide.
DIY Color Blocked Pillow from Paper & Stitch
DIY Modern Coffee Table
This weekend, try making a new coffee table by adding legs to a tabletop. Francois Et Moi shows you how.
DIY Modern Coffee Table from Francois Et Moi
DIY Sofa
Ever thought of making your own sofa? You can save a ton and customize it to fit your style. Check out the DIY guide from Fall for DIY.
DIY Sofa from Fall for DIY
DIY Leather Chair Cover
Got some old chairs that need a makeover? Try making leather slipcovers for them. It’s a simple way to refresh your chairs and match them with your sofa. Delia Creates has a great tutorial.
DIY Leather Chair Cover from Delia Creates
DIY Modern Abstract Art
Want some big, bold art for your wall? You can create a stunning abstract painting yourself, and it’s easier than you think! Follow the steps on A Beautiful Mess.
DIY Modern Abstract Art from A Beautiful Mess
DIY Copper Blanket Ladder
Keep your blankets handy and stylishly displayed with a copper blanket ladder. A Beautiful Mess shows you how to make one.
DIY Copper Blanket Ladder from A Beautiful Mess
DIY Pineapple Pendant Light
Add a tropical vibe to your living room with DIY pineapple pendant lights. Cluster a few together for a spectacular lighting fixture. Monsters Circus has the details.
DIY Pineapple Pendant Light from Monsters Circus
DIY Hairpin Coffee Table
Need a new coffee table? A hairpin coffee table is super easy to make and gives your living room an instant update. Check out Delia Creates for the how-to.
DIY Hairpin Coffee Table from Delia Creates
DIY Plaid Wall
Make a bold statement by painting a plaid pattern on one of your walls. It’s a fun way to create a focal point in your living room. Lacey Placey can guide you through it.
DIY Plaid Wall from Lacey Placey
DIY Marble and Copper Plant Stand
Show off your plants with a chic marble and copper stand. It’s a simple project that adds elegance to your space. Get the instructions from A Joyful Riot.
DIY Marble and Copper Plant Stand from A Joyful Riot
DIY Large Scale Rug
Large rugs can be pricey, but you can make your own for much less. Paper & Stitch offers a guide to creating a stylish DIY rug.
DIY Large Scale Rug from Paper & Stitch
DIY 2×4 Coffee Table
Build a coffee table using just a few wood boards. It’s an affordable way to add a custom piece to your living room. Follow the tutorial on A Beautiful Mess.
DIY Plywood Coffee Table from A Beautiful Mess
DIY Mid Century Coffee Table
Transform an old Ikea tabletop into a mid-century modern coffee table by swapping out the legs. A Joyful Riot shows you how.
DIY Mid Century Coffee Table from A Joyful Riot
DIY Pleated Lumbar Pillow
Brighten up your neutral furniture with a colorful handmade lumbar pillow. Sugar and Cloth has a fun DIY for this.
DIY Pleated Lumbar Pillow from Sugar and Cloth
DIY Ladder Shelf
Need more storage? Make a ladder shelf to display your photos and books. Burkatron has a great step-by-step guide.
DIY Ladder Shelf from Burkatron
DIY Metallic Chair Legs
Give your old chairs a new look by wrapping the legs in gold adhesive vinyl. It’s a quick and easy makeover. Learn more at Sugar and Cloth.
DIY Metallic Chair Legs from Sugar and Cloth
DIY Media Center Sideboard
Turn your sideboard into a media center with a fresh coat of paint. It’s a simple update that can make a big difference. Check out Fall for DIY.
DIY Media Center Sideboard from Fall for DIY
DIY Scallop Painted Basket Planter
Add texture to your room with a painted basket planter. It’s a unique way to display your plants. Sarah Hearts has the instructions.
DIY Scallop Painted Basket Planter from Sarah Hearts
DIY Marble Coffee Table
Get the look of a marble table without the cost by covering your existing table with contact paper. Poppytalk has a clever guide for this.
DIY Marble Coffee Table from Poppytalk
DIY Ombre Stump Side Table
Bring nature indoors with a tree stump side table painted in an ombre finish. You can make it for almost nothing using a stump, paint, and polyurethane. Sugar and Cloth has the details.
DIY Ombre Stump Side Table from Sugar and Cloth
DIY Under Sofa Storage
Add some extra storage with a drawer that fits under your sofa. Perfect for blankets and magazines, Passion Shake shows you how to make it.
DIY Under Sofa Storage from Passion Shake
DIY Cement Side Table
Create a sturdy cement side table that’s great for keeping your drink or snack within reach. Check out the guide on Sugar and Cloth.
DIY Cement Side Table from Sugar and Cloth
DIY Streaming Device Cover
Hide your streaming device with a minimalist cover. Almost Makes Perfect has a simple DIY for this.
DIY Streaming Device Cover from Almost Makes Perfect
DIY Painted Chair Makeover
Refresh an old chair by painting a graphic design on it. It’s also a great way to cover up any tears or stains. Follow the tutorial on Sugar and Cloth.
DIY Painted Chair Makeover from Sugar and Cloth
DIY Bookcase Makeover
Elevate your bookcase by adding small furniture legs to it. Delia Creates shows you how to give your bookcase a stylish lift.
DIY Bookcase Makeover from Delia Creates
DIY Gold and Marble Accent Table
Combine a marble tile with hairpin legs to create a chic accent table. Sugar and Cloth has the details for this elegant DIY project.
DIY Gold and Marble Accent Table from Sugar and Cloth
DIY Faux Fireplace Log Stack
During the summer, fill your unused fireplace with a decorative faux log stack. The Decor Fix has a crafty guide for this.
DIY Faux Fireplace Log Stack from The Decor Fix
DIY Gold Stud Throw Pillow
Transform your old cushions into stylish throw pillows by adding gold studs. Check out Sarah Hearts for the tutorial.
DIY Gold Stud Throw Pillow from Sarah Hearts
DIY Color Blocked Galaxy Mirrors
Make your wall pop with color-blocked mirrors featuring a galaxy design. A Kailo Chic Life shows you how to create these stunning pieces.
DIY Color Blocked Galaxy Mirrors from A Kailo Chic Life
DIY Faux Marble Lamp
Give your old lamp a fresh look with some marble contact paper. It’s a quick and affordable makeover. Homey Oh My has the guide.
DIY Faux Marble Lamp from Homey Oh My
DIY Always Weekending Art
Print out some “always weekending” artwork for free wall art. Lovely Indeed offers a simple way to add charm to your living room.
DIY Always Weekending Art from Lovely Indeed
DIY Gold Nesting Tables
Update your Ikea nesting tables by spraying the bases gold. Classy Clutter has a chic makeover guide.
DIY Gold Nesting Tables from Classy Clutter
These projects can transform your living room without emptying your wallet. Give them a try and enjoy your stylish, personalized space!
Jasper Reed is a seasoned expert in home decor, DIY projects, and nail art. With over a decade of experience, her innovative designs and practical tips have inspired countless enthusiasts. Jasper’s work has been featured in top home and lifestyle magazines, and she is a regular contributor to several online platforms where she shares her passion for transforming spaces and creating stunning nail designs.