This week I’ve spent a lot of time planning ahead: I shared my top business goal for the year, published a long, personal piece on a sensitive topic (so many of you responded — thank you), and settled into a few new routines. Still, when it comes to the weekend I’m undecided. We’ve talked about driving to Charleston again for a quick getaway, or maybe staying home so I can chip away at several little projects piling up. Clearly, I’m not sure yet.
How about you? Any plans? If you’ve got some free time and want to try a few easy home projects, here are my weekend picks. Below are six DIY ideas that are perfect for a weekend — stylish, approachable, and fun to make.
6 DIYs to Try This Weekend
- Macramé Cylinder Handbag — A beautiful macramé handbag tutorial that combines macramé knots with leather details for a polished, handmade purse. The original project shows step-by-step knotting and finishing techniques so you end with a sturdy, fashionable bag.
- Super Simple Potholders — A quick and clever potholder tutorial that uses only one main supply. These are fast to make and practical for everyday use, plus they make great handmade gifts.
- Live Edge Bath Board — A gorgeous live-edge bath board that rests across your tub. This project uses a natural slab of wood finished to be water-resistant and adds a luxurious, rustic touch to bath time.
- Velvet Earring Tags — A small, stylish DIY to create velvet-backed earring cards or tags. These make your jewelry look boutique-ready and are simple to customize by color and size.
- Hand-Dyed & Color-Coated Clothing Hangers — Refresh plain wooden hangers with hand dye or color blocking for a coordinated closet. This easy project instantly elevates the look of your wardrobe and storage spaces.
- DIY Geometric Wall Hooks — Organize your entryway with modern, geometric wall hooks. They’re functional, sculptural, and simple enough to customize in size and finish to fit your decor.
Each of these projects is achievable in a weekend and offers a satisfying mix of creativity and practicality. Whether you tackle one or a few, you’ll end the weekend with handmade items that look intentional and polished.
Wishing you a happy, creative weekend!
– Brittni