There are two types of people in this world: those who stick to the same decor scheme for years on end, and those who change their throw pillows every week. Most of us, however, fall happily in the middle—we love a good refresh when the seasons change.
As the winter frost melts away and the first buds of green appear, our homes deserve a little “spring awakening” too. There is something incredibly refreshing about swapping out heavy winter textures for the light, airy, and colorful vibes of spring. It makes a space feel new, inviting, and alive.
Contrary to what many people think, you don’t have to go for a complete overhaul of your furnishings or spend a fortune at high-end decor stores. Even small touches can have a massive impact. The most personal and budget-friendly way to achieve this? DIY Wall Hangings.
If you are looking for inspiration to brighten up your walls with flowers, rainbows, birds, and more, you have come to the right place. We have curated a list of 20 DIY Wall Hangings for Spring that range from easy paper crafts to elegant floral arrangements.
Why DIY Your Spring Decor?
Before we dive into the list, let’s talk about why making your own decor is better than buying it.
- Cost-Effective: You can often use materials you already have, like fabric scraps, old frames, or twigs from the yard.
- Customization: You pick the color palette. If your living room is teal and grey, you can make a wreath to match perfectly.
- The “Hythe” Factor: There is a sense of accomplishment and coziness that comes from displaying something made by hand.
The Floral Collection: Bringing the Garden Indoors
Spring is synonymous with blooming flowers. These ideas bring that botanical beauty to your vertical spaces.
1. The Felt Flower Wreath
Wreaths aren’t just for Christmas! One of the easiest ways to bring a seasonal change to your decor is with a wreath.
- The Idea: Purchase a Styrofoam or straw wreath form. Cut leaf and petal shapes out of high-quality wool felt in shades of mustard yellow, blush pink, and sage green.
- The How-To: Roll the felt strips to create rosettes and glue them densely onto the wreath form. The texture of felt adds a softness that is perfect for the transition from winter to spring.
2. Minimalist Embroidery Hoop Florals
We are big fans of embroidery hoops because they are versatile and cheap. You don’t even need to know how to embroider to make this!
- The Idea: Take a regular wooden embroidery hoop. Instead of filling the middle with fabric, stretch a piece of tulle or sheer organza across it.
- The How-To: Hot glue high-quality faux flowers (peonies or ranunculus work well) to the bottom rim of the hoop. The sheer fabric makes the flowers look like they are floating on the wall.
3. Hanging Test Tube Vases
This is for those who love real flowers.
- The Idea: Create a propagation station that doubles as art.
- The How-To: Mount a piece of reclaimed wood to your wall. Attach 3-5 metal clamps (the kind used for piping) and slide glass test tubes into them. Fill with water and place a single stem of a tulip or daffodil in each. It’s living, breathing wall art.
4. Pressed Flower Floating Frames
- The Idea: Capture the delicate nature of early spring blooms forever.
- The How-To: Collect wildflowers and press them in a heavy book for a week. Buy “floating frames” (glass on both sides) and arrange the dried flowers inside. Hang them in a grid pattern of 4 or 6 for a gallery wall effect.
5. The “Falling Flowers” Backdrop
- The Idea: Perfect for a brunch party or a statement wall behind a sofa.
- The How-To: Use clear fishing line and needle-thread artificial flower heads (remove the stems). Hang these lines from a rustic branch or a wooden dowel. It creates a curtain of rain, but made of flowers!
The Fauna Collection: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies
Spring means the return of wildlife. Celebrate the chirping birds and buzzing bees with these whimsical projects.
6. Twig and Paper Bird Art
Spring means the birth of baby birds as parents return home for warm weather. This project combines nature walks with crafting.
- The Idea: A 3D piece of art featuring a branch and paper birds.
- The How-To: Go to the park and find a sturdy, interesting-looking twig. Mount it inside a shadow box frame or directly on a canvas. Cut bird silhouettes out of patterned scrapbook paper and glue them so they appear to be “perched” on the twig.
7. The Little Red Hen Collage
Let the kids get together with all their craft supplies for this one!
- The Idea: A textured, mixed-media collage representing farm life in spring.
- The How-To: Use a canvas board. Let kids glue down layers of tissue paper, fabric scraps, buttons, and seeds (like lentils or beans) to create the shape of a hen or a rooster. It’s colorful, messy, and full of character.
8. 3D Paper Butterfly Swarm
- The Idea: To make it look like a kaleidoscope of butterflies is flying up your wall.
- The How-To: Use a butterfly punch or Cricut machine to cut 50-100 butterflies out of cardstock in varying shades of a single color (e.g., ombre pink). Fold their wings up slightly and attach them to the wall using poster putty in a swooping, curved formation.
9. Wire Bird Sculptures
- The Idea: Industrial meets farmhouse chic.
- The How-To: Use flexible black crafting wire. Bend the wire into the continuous line outline of a bird or a bunny. Hang these lightweight wire drawings on the wall with small nails. They cast amazing shadows when the sun hits them!
The Fiber Arts: Boho & Macrame
Texture is just as important as color. These projects add warmth and a “bohemian spring” vibe to your home.
10. Pastel Yarn Tassel Garland
- The Idea: A simple garland that drapes over a mirror, a window, or a bed frame.
- The How-To: Make large, fluffy tassels using yarn in spring pastel colors—mint green, baby blue, lilac, and lemon yellow. String them onto wooden beads and hang.
11. The Rainbow Rope Hanging
Rainbows are the ultimate symbol of spring showers bringing flowers.
- The Idea: A wrapped rope rainbow.
- The How-To: Take thick cotton rope and cut 4-5 arched lengths. Wrap each length tightly with different colored embroidery floss or yarn. Glue the arches together to form a rainbow. Attach a loop and hang.
12. Macrame Plant Hanger (Wall Mounted)
- The Idea: Bring greenery up to eye level.
- The How-To: If you are new to macrame, look up a simple “square knot” tutorial. Create a holder for a small terracotta pot and hang it from a piece of driftwood. Plant a trailing ivy or a pothos for that lush, jungle vibe.
13. Woven Circular Weaving
- The Idea: A round “sun” shape made of yarn.
- The How-To: Use a round cardboard cutout as a loom. Warp the loom like a bicycle wheel and weave thick, chunky wool in and out. Add ribbons and lace for varied textures.
Rustic & Upcycled Ideas
Do you have leftover materials? Turn them into treasure.
14. Painted Wood Slice Art
- The Idea: Rustic cabin vibes meets spring floral.
- The How-To: Buy a large wood slice (with bark) from a craft store. Paint the center with chalkboard paint to write “Welcome Spring,” or hand-paint a bouquet of lavender on the raw wood.
15. The Fabric Scrap Rag Wreath
- The Idea: A zero-waste project that looks fluffy and inviting.
- The How-To: Cut old spring-colored t-shirts or sheets into strips (approx 1 inch wide and 6 inches long). Tie them onto a wire wreath frame using a simple knot. Push them close together until the frame is completely covered and fluffy.
16. Upcycled Mason Jar Sconces
- The Idea: Farmhouse staples that hold fresh blooms.
- The How-To: mount a mason jar to a piece of stained wood using a hose clamp. Fill the jar with fairy lights or fresh hydrangeas.
17. The Garden Hose Wreath
- The Idea: Quirky, fun, and perfect for a mudroom or front door.
- The How-To: If you have an old green garden hose that leaks, coil it up into a circle. Zip tie it together. Decorate with a pair of gardening gloves and some faux yellow tulips.
Paper Crafts & Printables
Sometimes, the simplest materials yield the best results.
18. Giant Paper Dahlia
- The Idea: A massive, single flower that takes up a whole wall section.
- The How-To: Roll cones out of colored paper. Glue the cones onto a cardboard circle base, starting from the outside and working in. As you get to the center, make the cones smaller. The result is a stunning, geometric flower.
19. Watercolor Printables on Clipboards
- The Idea: An interchangeable art gallery.
- The How-To: Hang a grid of 6 or 9 wooden clipboards on the wall. Search online for “free spring botanical printables” or “watercolor bird prints.” Print them out on cardstock and clip them up. When summer comes, you can swap them out in seconds!
20. Origami Crane Mobile
- The Idea: A mobile that moves with the spring breeze coming through the window.
- The How-To: Fold 20-30 origami cranes using floral origami paper. String them on fishing line and attach them to a branch. Hang this on the wall (it acts as a wall hanging even though it is mobile).
Tips for Hanging Your Spring Decor
Since seasonal decor is temporary, you don’t want to ruin your walls with nails.
- Command Hooks: The best friend of DIYers. Use the clear ones for wire art and the heavy-duty ones for wreaths.
- Washi Tape: For lightweight paper crafts (like the butterflies), rolled painter’s tape or Washi tape is safe for paint.
- Existing Fixtures: Hang wreaths over existing mirrors or picture frames to layer your decor without making new holes.
Conclusion
Decorating for spring doesn’t require a degree in interior design or a massive budget. It requires a little imagination, some colorful materials, and a willingness to try something new.