{"id":10531,"date":"2021-12-27T08:00:05","date_gmt":"2021-12-27T13:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/?p=10531"},"modified":"2021-12-27T08:33:31","modified_gmt":"2021-12-27T13:33:31","slug":"your-top-ten-easy-diy-ideas-for-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/your-top-ten-easy-diy-ideas-for-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Top Ten Easy DIY Ideas for 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_post_title comments=”off” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” title_font_size=”52px” meta_font_size=”22px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Amazon Disclosure” _builder_version=”4.10.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

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It has been a fun year of sharing easy DIY ideas for your home decor here on the Robyn’s French Nest blog! \u00a0Read on down to see which is your favorite and what you’ll decide to DIY in 2022!<\/em><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

It’s hard to believe that I’ve completed my first full year with my Robyn’s French Nest blog!<\/strong> \u00a0What a fun year it has been and this week, I am excited to share all of YOUR favorites from the blog!<\/p>\n

I will be joining with some friends to also share their “Top Ten Favorites” all week, so each day, you’ll want to check in. \u00a0It is a lot of fun to see what your favorites have been, not only from my own blog, but from other bloggers that I love following along with too!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

It seems like we always have a project going around here, even if it’s just a small one, so it only seems right that the first “Top Ten” post feature your favorite DIY projects and crafts from 2021!<\/p>\n

I love every single one of these projects,<\/strong> both from the quickest and simplest ideas to the ones that included hard-core tools. \u00a0I hope you enjoy them also and even decide to try a few of them!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Make sure your read all the way to the end to see the Top Ten DIY Ideas from KariAnne at Thistlewood Farms<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, Leslie at My 100 Year Old Home<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, Courtney from French Country Cottage<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, and Janine from Happy Happy Nester<\/a><\/strong><\/span>. \u00a0So many fun projects that I want to try myself!\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#10 garden-inspired candle holder” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

#10<\/strong><\/h2>\n

I got the inspiration for these little garden-themed candle holders at a flea market! \u00a0When I saw the adorable, teeny tiny terra cotta pots (especially with great patina), I knew they had be part of a tablescape! \u00a0Looking back at this<\/a><\/strong><\/span> gets me excited to start thinking about all of the fun spring ideas in a couple of months!<\/p>\n

This DIY<\/a><\/strong><\/span> took all of ten minutes (to make several!) but had such a big impact on my tablescape. \u00a0Later, I used them to add spring touches to the shelves in my dining room and even on my mantel!<\/p>\n

I loved receiving messages from so many of you who tried this little project<\/a><\/strong><\/span> too!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Terracotta-Planters.jpg” title_text=”Terracotta Planters” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/make-your-own-garden-inspired-candle-holder\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#9 DIY salvage ornaments” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

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I know the Christmas season just ended and you may not be quite ready to think about ornaments, but these were a favorite little DIY<\/a><\/strong><\/span> this year and I loved using these on my tree!<\/p>\n

My favorite thing about these is that they aren’t just for Christmas<\/a><\/strong><\/span>! \u00a0Small salvage pieces are perfect to pile in a dough bowl for some texture, use as napkin rings, or tie on special gifts throughout the year too!<\/p>\n

There are so many fun ways to use architectural salvage<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, from the little pieces like these old railings we cut up to big, heavy pieces (which were some of your favorites too!)<\/p>\n

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I don’t always jump on decor trends, but the DIY concrete home decor has been a fun one to try and you all have loved it too! \u00a0I saw so many of our little cement pumpkin candle holders<\/a><\/strong><\/span> all over Instagram this year!<\/p>\n

These chargers<\/a><\/strong><\/span> are my other favorite concrete project we did! \u00a0I haven’t used them for awhile, so I think it’s time to pull them back out and style up for a cozy winter tablescape (yep, concrete can be styled in super cozy ways!)<\/p>\n

Have you tried any concrete DIY ideas<\/a><\/strong><\/span> yet? \u00a0It’s addicting!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Concrete-Chargers.jpeg” title_text=”Concrete Chargers” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/affordable-cement-chargers\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#7 Wooden table centerpiece” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

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This was a fun project<\/a><\/strong><\/span> for our niece’s wedding! \u00a0While you may not need a six foot long table centerpiece, the overall concept and tutorial are the same. \u00a0You can just adjust the dimensions to fit your table.<\/p>\n

We gifted this DIY<\/a><\/strong><\/span> to her, but I did have fun styling it up for fall before the wedding! \u00a0With a simple centerpiece idea, you can easily change seasonal decor…or keep it simple with lots of battery-operated pillar candles (we used these for the wedding<\/a><\/strong><\/span>)!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Wooden-Centerpiece.jpg” title_text=”Wooden Centerpiece” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/how-to-make-an-easy-diy-table-centerpiece\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#6 vintage sconces ” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

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I get asked All. The. Time. for a link to these sconces! \u00a0I wish I could share them with you but they were such a fun antique store find! \u00a0I just knew they had to come home with me. You \u00a0know I love the chippy white patina!<\/strong><\/p>\n

The great news is that you can hunt for your own vintage fixtures and then use this simple DIY concept<\/a><\/strong><\/span> to turn them into working sconces! \u00a0I love the soft light these give and it is definitely fun to have those one-of-a-kind pieces<\/a><\/strong><\/span> in your home!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Vintage-Sconce-Holders.jpg” title_text=”Vintage Sconce Holders” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/how-to-make-a-diy-light-sconce\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#5 Architectural salvage shelf” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

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This pretty architectural salvage piece<\/a><\/strong><\/span> was the perfect compromise between mother and daughters! \u00a0My girls wanted to redo their room with light blue, this momma had a hard time letting go of all the cute pinks, and this shelf made it all okay. \u00a0Haha!<\/p>\n

Fortunately, my girls like vintage things too, so they were perfectly fine with adding this sweet piece to their bedroom<\/a><\/strong><\/span> and it makes a perfect spot to display a few treasures, add seasonal decor, and hang their favorite hats and jackets!<\/p>\n

Check out this DIY<\/a><\/strong><\/span> for a simple way to turn architectural salvage into functional decor and some styling tips too! \u00a0Hint: Hanging these heavy pieces isn’t the hard part!<\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/ARchitectural-Salvage-Shelf.jpg” title_text=”ARchitectural Salvage Shelf” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/diy-architectural-salvage-shelf\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#4 DIY driveway” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

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I won’t lie. \u00a0This was not the easiest DIY for 2021. \u00a0However, it undoubtedly made the biggest improvement in the curb appeal of our home. \u00a0And it saved us thousands of dollars<\/strong><\/span><\/a>!<\/p>\n

We are so glad we gave this a shot before spending all the money to have our driveway professionally done. \u00a0It ended up being the perfect compromise for our budget and giving us a huge curb appeal improvement too!<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for a spring project with big impact, don’t miss this one<\/a><\/strong><\/span>!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Driveway-DIY.jpg” title_text=”Driveway DIY” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/budget-friendly-curb-appeal\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#3 oven cleaner paint removal” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

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I had never heard of using oven cleaner to take off old paint or stain until last year when a 70+ year-old dealer told me she’s been using dollar tree oven cleaner for years! \u00a0When this incredible apothecary turned up in January of 2021, it became our first DIY of the year!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Since then, I’ve seen so many people trying the oven cleaner method and it is fun to see all of the incredible projects! \u00a0It’s a game changer for sure<\/a><\/strong><\/span>!<\/p>\n

And don’t miss the fun story<\/a><\/strong><\/span> behind this piece either…some things are just meant to be!<\/p>\n

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This architectural salvage lamp was definitely one of my favorite DIY projects in 2021. \u00a0I really can’t take credit, because my husband did this one<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, but he did an amazing job! \u00a0We made them for a vintage market customer and as soon as we moved it inside to photograph, I was reallllllly wishing they weren’t sold already!<\/p>\n

I am still on the hunt for another pair of architectural salvage pieces like these, but I have loved seeing the pictures you’ve sent of all the lamps you’ve made this year! \u00a0Another great way to get one-of-a-kind pieces into your home<\/a><\/strong><\/span>!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Architectural-Lamp.jpg” title_text=”Architectural Lamp” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/how-to-make-an-architectural-salvage-lamp\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”#1 DIY curtains” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Easy DIY Ideas for 2021: Your #1 Favorite<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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I was so curious to dig into the analytics and see what your favorite DIY idea for 2021<\/a><\/strong><\/span> would be. \u00a0According to the combined platforms of the blog and Instagram, these super simple and inexpensive DIY curtains<\/a><\/strong><\/span> take the cake!<\/p>\n

You can see a fun and quick little video HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/span> and then click on over to the blog. \u00a0You can have new curtains up in about 10 minutes flat!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DIY-Curtains.jpg” title_text=”DIY Curtains” url=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/diy\/how-to-make-easy-inexpensive-diy-curtains\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”wrap up” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

I hope you’ve enjoyed following along with these projects in 2021! \u00a0Even though I try to give my creativity a little break over the holiday vacation, my brain has been spinning with fun things I can’t wait to try in 2022!<\/p>\n

You’re going to love the Top Ten DIY\/Craft Ideas from KariAnne, Leslie, Courtney, and Janine too. \u00a0Check these out! \u00a0I can’t wait hear which one you want to try first!<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”code for other blogs – Lesliewill email” _builder_version=”4.14.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Loook at These Top Ten blog Posts for 2021<\/h2><\/p>\n

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