DIY kitchen décor: Affordable ideas to upgrade your space

Low Budget Kitchen Design Idea #3 - Change Out Accessories

Replacing or making changes to your kitchen accessories and fixtures might not seem like it would fit on a list of DIY kitchen décor ideas, but this is actually one of the key ways you can customise and personalise when indulging in some modular kitchen DIY. With a little effort, it’s possible to find charmingly designed vintage faucets, doorknobs and drawer handles that aren’t expensive – replace them yourself to keep costs at a minimum and you’ve got your own DIY modular kitchen cabinet pulls that are truly unique!

Low Budget Kitchen Design Idea #4 - Try New Tile

In general, changing your tiles is something that’s better left to the professionals or only to be attempted by the proficient DIYer, so you might be wondering why it’s included in our DIY kitchen decor ideas. Well, with the many styles, designs and types of press-on faux tiles available today, it’s a snap to change the look of your space with this “retiling” option. While this should still be considered a larger project in DIY for kitchen decor, it’s very doable and will let you revamp your floors, experiment with a little DIY kitchen wall decor, or even give the island a new lease on life.

Low Budget Kitchen Design Idea #6 - Or Even 3D Art

On the subject of DIY kitchen wall décor, why not get a little creative with a kitchen themed art piece, like dipping spoons in paint and mounting them on your wall to make a fun 3D pattern. When it comes to kitchen wall decorating ideas, do it yourself projects that repurpose broken or cracked crockery can be both thematic and attractive – knot them into macrame for a wall-hanging planter, or semi-submerge them in resin for a more unique, dynamic look. These kitchen DIY décor ideas might take a little effort, but the payoff will be a kitchen that’s one-of-a -kind.

Low Budget Kitchen Design Idea #7 - Add Greenery

When we think about DIY, modular kitchen design may seem like it will restrict your options in the types of DIY kitchen décor you can experiment with, but that’s definitely not the case. Even with the most streamlined kitchen, adding in a touch of greenery will still always be an option! Add handmade hanging planters, or decorate terracotta pots for your kitchen herb patch, or incorporate some DIY kitchen wall décor charm with a green-wall that’s put together with a wire mesh frame and shallow herb planters.

Low Budget Kitchen Design Idea #8 - Quirky Accessories

If you’re the type without an artsy bone in your body, but you want a uniquely decorated kitchen, DIY décor ideas that aren’t large in scale are a good way to get started. Something as simple as displaying your favourite recipes in decorative frames that have a vegetable / cooking themed pattern, or sticking glass pebbles to cork trivets to add a bit of bling to your table, are easy DIY kitchen décor projects that even the clumsiest of us can execute. After all, when it comes to DIY for kitchen décor the aim is to show off your personal aesthetic. 

Low Budget Kitchen Design Idea #9 - Go Vintage

One of the most popular DIY kitchen design ideas today is to give your kitchen a classic makeover – with vintage pickle pots, cute wooden accessories and DIY kitchen wall hanging that bring to mind the simple charm of yesteryear. Coordinate the finish and style of extras with the hardware or appliances, and hunt up some unique thrift finds for a low budget kitchen design that’s sure to please!