17 Insanely Easy DIYs For The Crafting Impaired

By Alexandra Mitchell

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Eternally frustrated by elaborate DIY craft instructions? Exercise your creativity with some novice crafts that are way too easy to mess up.

Striped Candles

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These candles are about as simple as it gets. Adhere tape at even intervals onto a crisp white candle and ta da! You’ve got an easy and elegant centerpiece for your next dinner party.

Get the tutorial at Kristi Murphy.

Related: 46 Cheerful And Fun Crafts For Spring

Framed Dry Erase Board

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Make yourself (or a friend) an adorable dry erase board that can be used for anything from to-do lists to family reminders. (Earth-friendly bonus: you’ll save a lot of paper.)

Get the tutorial at One Good Thing By Jillee.

Color Block Candles

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All you have to do is microwave broken crayons to create these modern, colorful candles.

Get the tutorial at Brit+Co.

Button Bookmarks

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These cute-as-a-button paperclip bookmarks are a cinch to make—and will ensure you always find your place.

Get the tutorial at I Heart Naptime.

Teacup Candles

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Fill vintage teacups (or whatever you have handy) with wax to create these fanciful candles.

Get the tutorial at Hey Gorgeous Events.

Related: 9 Crafty Ways To Repurpose Teacups

Scrabble Coasters

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The hardest part about making these coasters is deciding which words to use.

Get the tutorial at The Gourmet Gab.

Painted Vases

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Add some paint to a single vase for some instant glamour on your shelves, or paint several vases in a matching ombre color scheme for the perfect spring centerpieces.

Get the tutorial at Rustic Wedding Chic.

Broomhead Desk Caddy

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Lop the head off of an old broom for an easy and industrial-looking desk caddy that’ll help you keep your work space clean and organized. (Be sure to thoroughly disinfect it first though, of course!)

Find out more at The Merrythought.

Related: 11 Totally Genius Trash-To-Treasure Projects To Try

Mod Podge Suitcase

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Want to add a personal touch to your carry-on? Embellish a suitcase with fabric shapes (how cute are these hearts?).

Get the tutorial at Skunkboy.

Bath Bombs

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Fill a mini-muffin pan with some baking soda, citric acid, witch hazel, and fragrance oil to make these simple and luxurious bath treats.

Get the tutorial at Something Turquoise.

Teacup Planters

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All it takes to make these planters? Adding your favorite plant and some gravel and soil to a vintage teacup.

Get the tutorial at Curbly.

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