{"id":66981,"date":"2017-06-28T11:02:49","date_gmt":"2017-06-28T15:02:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/?p=66981"},"modified":"2017-10-05T18:03:16","modified_gmt":"2017-10-05T22:03:16","slug":"6-rustic-diys-create-charming-home-atmosphere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/6-rustic-diys-create-charming-home-atmosphere\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Rustic DIY\u2019s to Create a Charming Home Atmosphere"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Rustic home d\u00e9cor is often associated with a woodsy, countryside appeal. There are no fancy crystal chandeliers or genuine cheetah rugs in these spaces. Instead, it\u2019s an aesthetic all about a comfortable and earthy atmosphere made up of nothing more than simple fashion and humble statements. Some of the best rustic home d\u00e9cor can be made with a bit of TLC and elbow grease.<\/p>\n<h3>Go Antique Shopping and Revamp Old Pieces<\/h3>\n<p>One of the easiest DIY projects to create rustic appeal is to revamp antiques. Make a day of visiting antique shops, collectors and enthusiasts to find hidden treasures to turn into your own. Oftentimes, these pieces need nothing more than a little sanding and a new stain. Even the least crafty homeowners can manage this simple, elegant and rustic DIY home d\u00e9cor project.<\/p>\n<h3>DIY Rustic Coat Hanger<\/h3>\n<p>The front foyer of your home provides your guests with their first look at your interior. As such, it can be the perfect place to showcase your home\u2019s DIY rustic appeal. Since you need a space to hang coats, umbrellas, handbags and other miscellaneous items anyway, you might as well make one that you love. This rustic home DIY project can also be an affordable alternative with heart throughout the design. Pick up an old piece of wood, find some unique doorknobs at your local second-hand stores and make a rustic coat hanger that makes a statement right at the front door.<\/p>\n<h3>Bring the Outside Wall Inside<\/h3>\n<p>Another simple home DIY project that will add an abundance of rustic charm into the interior is to bring outside walls inside. The key is to choose an accent wall, preferably in a room that is in dire need of charm and personality.\u00a0 Grab a roll of brick wallpaper and start rolling that rustic appeal into your home. Just be sure to opt for a high-quality variety to get a genuine brick look, instead of a terribly tacky and fake one.<\/p>\n<h3>Light Up Your Interior with Fallen Logs<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for an excellent way to add rustic light into your interior, you\u2019ve just found the ultimate home DIY project. All you need is some logs cut at different lengths, candles and a tool for chiseling. You could also use a circular sander to carve a little nook into each log instead of a chisel; it\u2019ll be more time consuming but require less elbow grease. Insert the candles and place the logs around your fireplace, in your outdoor living space or even on the front porch to enjoy a flicker of rustic lighting.<\/p>\n<h3>Simple Mason Jar Storage<\/h3>\n<p>The trend of mason jar DIY projects has taken over homes across the globe. They\u2019re exceptionally versatile and can quickly turn empty glass jars into chic, rustic storage containers. Some DIY projects paint the exterior of the mason jars for simple countertop storage \u2013 perfect for bathrooms and laundry rooms. However, you can also leave the mason jars clear and hang them on an old piece of wood. Both options are charming, warming and exceptionally practical.<\/p>\n<h3>A Sign of Love<\/h3>\n<p>Instead of forking over $50 for a mass-produced sign for your interior, consider making your own. All you need are some pieces of old wood, some twine, a glue gun and a steady hand. You can make the sign read whatever suits the personality of your home, and even add some rustic door handles to add functionality and enhance the charming appeal.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With these rustic DIY projects, you can bring the charm of the outdoors into your home<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"more-link-wrapper\"><button class=\"more-link\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Read More<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"><\/span><\/button><\/div>","protected":false},"author":1241,"featured_media":67031,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-66981","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diy-inspiration","entry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>6 Rustic DIY\u2019s to Create a Charming Home Atmosphere - 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