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Roundup: 10 DIY Decor Projects Using String and Rope

by on Oct 1, 2013

Craft Tuts Plus

I don’t know about you, but I have an awful lot of string and rope stuffed into the back of my craft closet. I use little bits here and there… but today I wanted to share some ideas in which they are the stars of the show. Turns out string and rope are pretty versatile!   

"Lampshades with String and Rope"

1. Show some state pride using string and nails. Find out how here. [Photo: The Harpster Home]

2. String is used to create a beautiful design on a tall glass votive in this tutorial. [Photo: Rachel Mahan

Wood is used to make a variety of projects.

3. Decorate your wall with a string-wrapped branch. [Photo: My Lovely List]

4. A thick rope makes a beautiful, beachy towel rack. Find out how to make your own here. [Photo: On My Honor]

5. Wrap string around a wood block to create interesting decorative paper. Check out the full tutorial here. [Photo: Momtastic

DIY ideas to make use of strings and ropes.

6. A geometric rope vase will really dress up your table. Here are the instructions. [Photo: Style Me Pretty]

7. Rope makes a cool rug, too! Read more here. [Photo: Brit + Co]

"Decorated rooms Using String and Rope"

8. Colorful pom poms and string are combined in this tutorial to make a bright, happy window garland. Find out how to create your own here. [Photo: Noodlehead]

9. Wrap rope around a tire to make a fun ottoman with a nautical feel. Find out more here. [Photo: Minha Casa]

10. You can even make a fruit bowl out of string! Here are the directions. [Photo: Craft Tuts Plus]

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