These DIY Canvas TikTok Hacks Are the Secret to a Well-Decorated Home on a Budget
Try these timeless, DIY wall art hacks to decorate that pesky blank wall in your home.
When it comes to decorating the walls of your home, we all know how daunting and pricey this kind of project can be. From prints and frames for a sprawling gallery wall to a high-end canvas statement piece, the price (and time) required to find the perfect wall decor often ends up being more (much more) than you bargained for.
Because this problem is shared by homeowners and renters alike, people have been turning to TikTok to share their personal hacks and ideas for how to elegantly decorate their walls on a budget, and one of those smart tricks starts with a blank canvas. Using household supplies, white canvases can be turned into timeless art pieces that look like they could be sold in stores. Plus, these neutral, DIY pieces are sure to be a staple through the changing seasons and decorating trends.
DIY Plaster Art
Plaster art ideas are all over TikTok thanks to their style and versatility. To make your own plaster art, like this one posted by tet.art on TikTok, spread plaster onto a canvas with a putty knife, making sure to not leave any blank spaces. You can make designs in the plaster with the putty knife or go for a smoother and more symmetrical look by using a ridged plaster tool. When finished, set aside and allow time to dry and harden.
You can either paint the plastered canvas or leave it plain. Finally, hang your works of art individually or create a set of two or three canvases to fill an entire wall. If making a set of multiple canvases, consider making a design in the plaster that flows from one canvas to the next for a little extra cohesiveness.
DIY Monochrome Letter Art
This DIY canvas looks sophisticated and expensive but can be made at home—and on a budget. To recreate this look by kenadi_catherine on TikTok, start by choosing a word or phrase you want to put on your canvas. Draw inspiration from song lyrics, quotes, or your favorite sayings. Next, using wood or cardboard letters, spell out the phrase on your canvas. Glue the letters in place, and once dry, paint the letters white to give your canvas a monochrome look.
You can leave the canvas as-is, or add texture by coating the canvas and letters with a mixture of paint and baking soda. Apply the mixture evenly with a foam brush, applying coats until you've reached your desired texture.
Related: 15 DIY Wall Art Projects for a High-End Look on a Budget
DIY Minimalistic Textured Art
This trending DIY wall art can be made using plain canvases or artwork from a thrift store. Begin painting your canvas in a neutral color using wide and long brush strokes. To add extra texture, mix a small amount of modeling paste with paint, and apply the mixture to the canvas. Use a variety of brush sizes and shapes to add dimension and design to your artwork. Let the canvas dry completely, and display to admire your work.
These wall art ideas are easy to recreate and can be customized to accent any home—and any style. Plus, they’re fun to make and won’t break the bank! Check out TikTok for more affordable wall art ideas and hacks—you never know what you might find.
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