Spruce up your home this fall with 8 fun weekend projects! From painting walls to creating an indoor swing, let’s get cozy and crafty! 🍁🎨
Fall is the perfect time to cozy up at home. Why not take advantage of this season’s charm by tackling home projects? Whether you’re a passionate home improvement enthusiast or a beginner looking to elevate your living space, discover these eight projects you can finish in a weekend.
1. Add a Window Box
Installing window boxes is an excellent way to boost your curb appeal. Add a lush display of fall flowers, such as chrysanthemums, petunias, strawflowers and salvias. Choose containers that are at least eight inches wide and deep. Ensure they have drainage holes. If you plan to recycle containers, drill some holes to allow excess water to drain out. Mix tall and trailing plants for various colors, heights, and textures for a dynamic window box appeal.
2. Paint Walls
A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your home. Think about the rooms you’ve been wanting to improve. Painting can be a fun, safe bonding experience for the whole family. Go to the local hardware store and buy the following:
- Paint
- Paintbrush
- Roller and roller handle
- Paint tray
- Screwdriver
- Old towels or clothes for drop cloths
Let your kids paint with a brush first. Once they have painted a good amount of the wall, you can use the roller to smoothen the brush strokes and paint over missed spots. Prepare for a second coat and decide if you’ll have your children help finish the job.
Paint projects can be enjoyed outside, too. You can repaint your doors, exterior siding, picket fence or walls.
3. Declutter Your Home
Decluttering is an excellent activity for older children. This project can teach them the importance of organization and maintaining a tidy environment. Remove any broken or old fixtures, furniture and appliances. Throw or donate items that no longer spark joy. Encourage your children to clean their wardrobe and separate clothes to be donated.
Provide these six questions to help you declutter your wardrobe with intention:
- Does this item align with my personal goals?
- Does this clothing boost my confidence or make me feel self-conscious?
- Would I still purchase the item today, given my current preferences?
- Would someone else wear this item more than I do?
- Am I holding onto this clothing out of guilt, fear or shame?
- Does this fit with my current fashion aesthetic?
4. Create an Indoor Swing
An indoor swing is an excellent addition to your children’s playroom. Use a solid, thick piece of wood, sand the edges smooth with a palm sander and sandpaper, drill holes on all the sides and seal or paint the seat.
Once the seat is ready, find floor joists in the ceiling and secure the hooks. Use a solid rope to hang the swing. Burn the rope edges with a lighter to prevent fraying and secure them in knots.
5. Build a Hydroponic Garden
A hydroponic garden is where you can grow your fresh produce, helping you save money and food waste. This technique only uses 50%-70% of the water compared to traditional farming methods, making it more eco-friendly. You can DIY or buy hydroponic garden kits to kick-start your project. However, it’s recommended that you purchase pre-made hydroponic kits as a first-timer.
Grow herbs, fruits and vegetables, such as lettuce, baby cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.
6. Clean the Gutters
Deciduous trees shed leaves during fall, making it an ideal time to clean the gutters. A clogged gutter might result in overflow and leaks. You can use a pressure washer, vacuum or a leaf blower. The best time to do this is to wait for leaves to fall before cleaning the gutters. Ensure that this project is before winter to prevent damage and debris accumulation.
7. Decorate Your Door
Are you hosting indoor fall parties? Create grapevines and bittersweet wreaths to make a stunning fall decor. You can also use garlands filled with fresh and dried leaves to decorate your front door. Apply finishing touches like blooms and pumpkins.
8. Try String Art
Consider doing string art if you’re looking for a fun, productive way to spend the weekend. It’s a fun project for all ages, allowing you to unleash your creativity. You only need a few items, including non-toxic paint colors, a card, a shallow tray and strings or yarn. Watch instructional videos and see how easy it is to do it. Once done, display your masterpiece in the bedroom or living area.
Try These Projects Today
Complete any of these fun home projects to make your home more cozy. Whatever task you choose, best believe the whole family will have a fantastic time doing it.
Cora’s passion is to inspire others to live a happy, healthful, and mindful life through her words on Revivalist – wholeheartedly convincing them that everyday moments are worth celebrating. Cora has spent 5+ years writing for numerous lifestyle sites – hence her sincere love for both life and the beauty of style in all things. Keep up with Cora on Twitter, Pinterest and Facebook.
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