14 Amazing Cheap DIY Projects for $30 and Under

Some bloggers have such a knack for wowing us with their innovative and inspiring DIYs. The problem, though, is that many of these ideas are incredibly difficult and expensive to replicate.

We've come up with a list of the best cheap DIY projects that are not only inexpensive, but they are easy to make. For many of these ideas to cost less than $30, make sure you use coupons for craft stores and shop the sales. A little planning as far as materials are concerned will save you a lot of cash.

#14. Iphone Dock from a Piece Of Wood

I improvised like crazy to build this iphone dock, so it didn’t make sense to take step-by-step photos.  But if you came here to learn how to make a wooden iphone dock these tips might help.

WHAT I USED:
A piece of wood
Lightning cable
Dremel or rotary hand tool 
Hot glue gun
Drill
Cabinet makers’ wax
Thick, self-adhesive felt base 

FOR How to Make Iphone Dock from a Piece Of Wood  CLIK HERE... 

#13. DIY Outdoor Couch - Angela Marie Made

How to build a DIY outdoor couch for only $30 in lumber! This outdoor couch works great in small spaces, is budget friendly, and super cute too!

MATERIALS:
(8) 2×3 @ 8ft (framing lumber)
(2) 1×3 @ 8ft
2 1/2″ Deck Screws (optional – see step #2)
2″ brad nails
2 1/2″ Kreg screws (weather resistant)
Stainable wood filler
(2) sets of outdoor cushions (I used these Sevilla Occasional cushions)**
Exterior wood stain (I used a quart of Valspar exterior stain in Pinebark)

TOOLS:
Kreg Jig (or Kreg Jig mini)
Miter saw
Drill
Brad nailer
Clamps
Tape Measure

FOR HOW TO BUILD A DIY OUTDOOR COUCH: CLIK HERE...

#12. DIY BLANKET LADDER – FREE PLANS

Learn how to build this DIY Blanket Ladder for only $10 with free, easy-to-follow plans by Shanty2Chic. This is the perfect project for beginners!

DIY BLANKET LADDER – MATERIALS
2 – 2×4’s @ 8′
1 2×6 @8′
2 1/2″ Pocket Hole Screws
Finish of your choice

 

FOR HOW TO BUILD A DIY BLANKET LADDER  CLIK HERE...

#11. $15 DIY MIRROR

Hey there!  I just put together this mirror in about an hour and it only cost me $15!, I love the simplicity to it!  Here’s how you can make your own:)

FOR HOW TO BUILD $15 DIY MIRROR  CLIK HERE...

#10. Easy Sew & Rope Basket

 Everything I used for this project is listed below:

• An old cardboard box
• A glue gun and spray glue
• A ruler
• Fabric
• Scissors
• Rope
• Sewing Machine (although you could sew by hand too)

 FOR HOW TO BUILD Easy Sew & Rope Basket CLIK HERE...

#09. Diy Succulent Planter Using Cinder Blocks

Using cinder blocks, landscaping fabric, cactus soil, and succulents, he created a video tutorial that shows you how to make a fully customizable and unique planter system, perfect for your deck, patio, or a corner in your garden.

Watch the video tutorial below to find out how to make your own planters. CLIK HERE...

#08. DIY BATHROOM MIRROR STORAGE CASE

DIY BATHROOM MIRROR STORAGE CASE  – SUPPLY LIST

2 – 1 x 6 x 8 pine or whitewood boards
4 – 1 x 4 x 8 pine or whitewood boards
1/4″ hardwood plywood cut to 19″ x 63″
Full Length beveled mirror (found at Home Depot)
3M Stainable Wood Filler
ScotchBlue Painter’s Tape
3M Advanced Abrasives 120 grit sanding paper
3m safety glasses
4 decorative hinges
1 pull or knob
magnet closures
wood stain of your color choice

I bought all the supplies and wood for this project for under $100.

FOR HOW TO BUILD DIY BATHROOM MIRROR STORAGE CASE CLIK HERE...

#07. DIY GARDEN STONES

Create your own DIY Garden Stones using pieces of china, store-bought gems, rocks, and more! They’re the perfect way to decorate your garden area! This step-by-step tutorial will walk you through the easy DIY process! CLIK HERE...

#06. DIY Scrap Wood Outdoor Planter

I built the smaller planter from scrap wood but the larger planter is what gave me the idea! The larger planter is a contributor post I did for Ashley and she will have plans up soon on Handmade-Haven! I wanted to try a smaller version that was simplified without angles so you could bust it out in a few minutes vs hours! And it was a complete success if I do say so myself!

 for Building the DIY Scrap Wood Outdoor Planter  CLIK HERE...

#05. DIY Personalized Photo

 

Framing photos as gifts is a timeless tradition, but if you are looking for a unique and creative use for your photos, consider making personalized photo gifts. Photographs add meaningful sentiment to any gift on any occasion, and family and friends are sure to cherish them for many years.

 FOR How to Make DIY Personalized Photo Gifts  CLIK HERE...

#04. THRIFT STORE CHALLENGE – GLOBE PENDANT LIGHT

I have been invited to participate in a Thrift Store Challenge with some fun and very creative bloggers! Links to all their blogs and their amazing projects are listed at the bottom of this post.  Please check them out.  For this challenge, we did not have a theme or any budget (but try to keep it as budget friendly as possible).  Just buy something from a thrift store and spruce it up, paint it, etc. and do what you wish with it.

 FOR How to Make DIY GLOBE PENDANT LIGHT  CLIK HERE...

#03. DIY AC UNIT COVER

It’s one of those projects that you think about forever and once it’s done you say to yourself, ‘Why did it take me so long to do this?!’ I love simple projects that are subtle yet make such a difference and make your backyard look polished.

FOR HOW TO BUILD DIY AC UNIT COVER CLIK HERE... 

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#02. DIY Dog Food Station with Storage

I decided it was time to build her something that would prevent these messes and also store her dog food.  I sketched up some plans and came up with this DIY dog food stand with storage underneath.  It keeps her water and food dishes from being tossed around, and I can store a whole bag of dog food in it.  I built it to fit a 10 gallon storage tub, so this is definitely a project for big dogs.

FOR HOW TO BUILD DIY Dog Food Station with Storage CLIK HERE...

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#01. DIY RESTORATION HARDWARE-INSPIRED SHELVING

We purchased a 10-foot piece of 2″ x 10″ pine and had it cut into four 30″ pieces (even though we only needed three, we’re hanging onto the fourth piece for a possible future project). We also bought six 10-inch-long pieces of 3/4″ galvanized pipe, six 3/4″ floor flanges and six 3/4″ pipe caps for the shelf brackets. Other necessities included a small can of Special Walnut stain, a sponge brush (we bought a few just because) and a can of spray paint (we’ll get to those details in a second).

 FOR How to Make DIY RESTORATION HARDWARE-INSPIRED SHELVING  CLIK HERE...

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