8 Budget-Friendly DIY Wall Art Options For Your Flat

Beauty is not a function of your budget. Most homeowners understand this, and with the rise of DIY projects and the popularity of YouTube tutorials, more people are being inspired to explore their creative side. If you want to express yourself, consider trying one of these 8 art installations. These DIY wall art options are easy to assemble and won't break the bank.

1. Decoupage for the win

Decoupage is a simple yet sophisticated craft form that can elevate the most mundane objects and turn them into artwork. What's more, it requires very little technical skills. A large DIY decoupage board or canvas is perfect for your living room accent wall or dining area.

2. Porcelain plate art

Glazed porcelain plates are perfect for serving dainty dishes when your guests come over. But they can also make for a wonderful wall art installation. You can pick up indigo and white porcelain plates or dainty plates of different sizes. Arrange them in different ways before you finalise the placement.

3. Picture gallery wall

Nothing lends a flat a warm, lived-in feel like family photos, portraits, and personal pictures. Take advantage of this to get your DIY juices flowing. Pick up the best photos from your private album and get them resized. Now frame them in matching frames, and voila! You have a wall picture gallery right on the wall of your living room or bedroom.

4. Mirror art

Mirrors add their own brand of magic to homes. No wonder the erstwhile royals wanted sheesh mahals in their palaces. Pick up odd-shaped mirrors in vintage frames from the local markets or auction houses to create your wall of mirrors. This will add space and reflect the natural light in the room to lend it a unique but beautiful feel.

5. Pegboard wall

Pegboard walls are a great option for kitchens and kids' rooms. They are perfect for hanging an assortment of things that pique your interest. From little flower pots with creepers to artwork, fancy cups, ladles, and pans to children's artwork, clipboards to travel souvenirs – you can put up just about anything on a pegboard wall. These are easy to install as well. This is the perfect DIY activity for your flat or apartment.

6. Poster art

If you are a movie buff or a book lover, a poster wall in your study or bedroom could be a great idea. Original posters of legendary movies like Mughal-e-Azam or The Godfather are collectables. Also, finding autographed posters of Kurt Cobain or Jagjit Singh could be a treasure trove for fans. You can design a wall with these amazing posters in your study or behind a bar cabinet. That's a great conversation starter when you entertain guests.

7. Tapestry hangings

This is the easiest DIY wall art option to get stunning wall art going. The challenge, though, is to find the right kind of tapestry of fabric art. You may want to scout some of your local bazaars or haats, which often sell tribal artwork on fabrics. Fabric artwork can be hung like a wall curtain or can be framed as well.

8. Plywood artwork

If you are good at woodwork and carpentry, putting together a mosaic plywood artwork may be a good option. Look for different coloured ply strips or veneer boards and put them together. These can be done as a mosaic of a portrait or simply as aesthetically pleasing abstract art. Mount this on your accent wall.

Final Words

DIY wall art can help bring a very personal touch to your home and help you explore your creativity at the same time.