9 Beautiful DIY Decor Ideas for Summer
Do you spruce up your home for summer… just in case you haven’t yet, here are 9 Beautiful DIY Decor Ideas for Summer to inspire you! PLUS… let’s chat! Each comment you leave me on my blog posts this month (July) will be entered to win a $100 Visa Gift Card. Oh yeah. The fine print: one comment per day, July 2017 posts only… starting today!
Copy Cat DIY White Clay Flower Pots Tutorial from Worthing Court
Summer Front Entry from Clean and Scentsible
Summer Front Porch Decorating Ideas from Clean and Scentsible
Bathtub Duck Pond from Penny – Penny’s Treasures
Storage Cube Milk Paint Makeover from Welsh Design Studio
From 50’s Dresser to Faux Secretary Desk from The Interior Frugalista
How to Make a DIY Sugar Mold from Making It In the Mountains
DIY Feather Lampshade from Pillar Box Blue
Jewelry Cabinet Armoire Makeover from Interior Frugalista
Thank you to everyone who shared their creativity!
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Happy Weekend! What are you up to?
Carol says
So gorgeous and bright and perfect for Summer!
Lauren says
Love that armoire makeover!
Claire says
Thank you for including my Ikea feather lampshade in your lovely roundup. Love the white clay pots!
Birdie Skolfield says
I love all the cool summer ideas you have they would look great in my place.
Robin Talley says
I love your blog!! And your wonderful ideas and crafts!!! I\’ve found my new home!!!! Thanks ?
Robin Talley says
I love your blog!! I\’ve found my new home!! Thanks ?
Linda T says
Love that white bench–I found one like that and I think I will try to paint it white for my front porch!
Paulette says
Playing with my journal, painting on old phone book pages.
Love your blog!
Amanda M says
I am loving the desk!! It’s so quaint and adorable!!
Thank you for the chance! :)
alice says
Such creativeness, I enjoy seeing what your working on.
Porsche says
Going to my town’s 4th of July parade. it’s pretty cool for a town this small.
Cindy says
I am going to work on Monday today.
Kristen Joiner says
I love that beautiful cabinet desk. It’s so pretty and very usable.
Chrissy says
Really looking forward to reading your blog more! Hubby and I are doing a lot of “freshening up” on our house this summer so I’ve been looking for lots of inspiration and love your blog!
monique s says
Summer is my time to redecorate and I love your ideas
Grace Mitchell says
I love these soft colors for summer. So many beautiful ideas!!
Terry says
I love the white bench. This would be perfect in my home.
Kelly Kimmell says
Happy 4th of July. Thanks for the beautiful decorating ideas.
Danielle Porter says
I love all the white accents! Perfect to brighten things up!
Sandy H says
Going to watch fireworks.
Brandon says
I really look forward to reading more. Love your page!
Lissa Crane says
I am going to my sister’s house to enjoy her new pool! I can’t wait!
Carol says
I like it. Thanks
Lisa Brown says
I am having a family BBQ…will be lots of fun.
Mya Murphy says
I just moved in with my fiance!!! Our own place!!! Unpacking and organizing!!
sheila ressel says
Love it all! So inviting.
Patricia Ellis says
Awesome decorating ideas! Thank you!
Helga says
Great ideas. I like the use of white to brighten up a space.
Jen says
We are visiting with family.
Donna L says
Thank you for the Decor Ideas for Summer tips. My favorite are the Summer Front Entry designs.
Sheila K. says
A secretary is wonderful to have when you need a discrete writing desk.
Amy Lee says
That desk is beautiful!!
Kaitlyn Ortega says
These ideas are so great. So much inspiration.
Candace Miller says
We live in North Carolina and decided to visit Virginia Beach area for the 4th. Thanks for a great giveaway!
Nancy Bowers says
I love summer whites and pastels for decorating.
Allyson Tice says
I would love for you to show how to do a pallet wall!
Cassandra D. says
Enjoying a great book outside.
deanna says
I am in the Czech Republic for 3 weeks to nanny. I love my European family.
Regina says
Love the ideas…What am I doing? Trying to stay cool!!
Thanks!
Veronica L says
It all looks so beautiful! I especially love the computer desk style furniture
Nikki says
Enjoying summer with the kids.. We all love being outside and getting out on some sort of adventure
Laurie Nykaza says
I had to pin these they all look so amazing. I had just seen the tin 3 tier tray at Marshall’s for $16.99 now off to store and buy it to do what you did. I was also at the thrift shop bought a jewelry chest like this one and my daughter wanted to paint it so i cant wait to show her what you did it looks so amazing.
Rachel says
Thank you for the great ideas. I’m always looking for ways to decorate around my home.
Candice says
I am planning a wedding, and love the rustic decor look. Great ideas!
Tina W says
I lovelovelove that feathered lampshade but I know my cats will just consider it a giant toy challenge.
Yona Williams says
This weekend, I am going to go to a food festival…and taking in the nice weather we have forecast for our region.
tabitha says
We are going swimming at a friends house!
Tee Anderson says
Thanks so much for all the ideas.
Terry Stevens says
I love the summer porch decorating ideas.
Justin says
Love these ideas, will have to try a few.
betsy says
SO beautiful ! I love it!
Tara Bixler says
I love all the creative designs.I am amazed that with a little creativity and some inspirational pieces you can creative so many one of a kind pieces.I love taking old furniture and restoring them,adding my own flare.My friends love to see my finished work.I to am impressed with how so many things are brought back to life with just some love and care,things people feel are unworthy without seeing the potential.Thanks so much for sharing these articles with us,you have given me some new ideas.I would have never thought to do a feather lamp before,so beautiful and so easy to make.
Elena says
I love these ideas! Thanks for sharing
Sarah L says
I like changing my decor to lighter colors in the summer.
Thanks for the contest.
Natalie Yarbrough says
I am working this weekend and going for a long run on Sunday.
Katie Bellamy says
Happy July! Hope you’re having a Great Summer!
Terry says
There are so many awesome DIY projects I would love to try.
Cinella says
Love this post… we just moved and def need to make our new home homey.
wendy browne says
I would love to say that I’m taking some of these decorating ideas and making my apt look awesome *but* this weekend, like every weekend, I’m just trying to make it through the day with a toddler.
Cheryl B says
I love the decorating ideas. I plan to use one or two in my home.
Terry Stevens says
I love the summer front entry.
Jessica W. says
I just love the DIY Feather Lampshade! So quirky and fun!
Terry says
The Jewelry Cabinet Armoire Makeover is so very awesome!
Stephanie Kennedy says
Spending time with my hubby on our weekends off together! Went to the beach this past weekend and will probably go th8s weekend.
brittany doerfler says
I love all the creative ideas, especially the desk!
katklaw777 says
Last weekend was spent buying a new freezer and cooking all the food from the broken one…lol
Terry says
The bathtub duck pond idea is a very ingenious way to use an old bathtub.
Renahda Dericco says
celebrating my six year anniversary with my dear hubby!
Sarah L says
That’s a really big feather duster….
Amy Hall says
Cool ideas, thank you.
monique s says
I am planning to refinish so old furniture to freshen the room
Jessica @ Polka Dotted All The Things Boutique says
Great round up! I love doing DIY projects during the summer!
BusyWorkingMama says
July is my month of travel and pool time! I also hike as much as I can on weekends!
Terry says
The From 50’s Dresser to Faux Secretary Desk is so very awesome.
Jenny Scheldberg says
I\’d love to get into cool DIY home projects. For now my creativity goes into cooking up farmers market finds.
Sandra Preti says
I love all these ideas, especially the copy cat flower pots. Thanks for all of your fun and unique posts on this blog!
monique s says
I am going a clear out and refresh with small accessories this month…i.e. throw pillows
Terry says
The Storage Cube Milk Paint Makeover is pretty awesome.
Stephanie says
The desk is beautiful! Thanks for the chance to win.
Sarah L says
I like the cute pots for growing herbs.
Carolsue says
Those ducks in your picture are adorable!
Abigail says
I love the white clay pot tutorial – I think I might attempt it and have my little ones do the writing to make it even more personal!
monique s says
I love the summer warmer weather and am now getting ready for july back to school sales
Belinda Burton says
I love the summer front entry! So pretty and functional. I really like the show holder with the rocks in it. It would be perfect for our house.
Kellie McMillan says
So beautiful
wen budro says
DIY projects are so rewarding……much more than just buying everything in a store. Those are some really nice decor items.
Carolsue says
I love the idea of the DIY feather lampshade! How cute!
Jenny Stanek says
I\’m not very skilled or creative so I love getting great ideas!
Katherine S says
I love the desk. It is so beautiful. Thank you for the chance to win.
Kelly McGrew says
Just got back from OBX so just cleaning up around the house and unpacking!
Stephanie says
These are all such great ideas. I\’m inspired!
Carolsue says
That idea of the ducks in the bathtub is super cool!
Kristin C says
Thanks for sharing. I\\\\\\\’m going to try the white clay pot tutorial. They look so crisp.
amber whitehead says
thanks love the jewelry armoire make over .
monique s says
I am just running some errands and grocery shopping
Jennifer Finn says
Love the ideas
Jill Jeffrey says
Just listening to some music trying to get my creative juices flowing!
Sarah L says
I like the lovely desk and chair.
Carolsue says
I love the Summer Front Porch Decorating Ideas from Clean and Scentsible!
Jennai says
Those ducks inthe bathtub are totally awesome!!!
Nicole says
I’m going to a concert with my husband, to a wolf sanctuary and possibly out to eat!
Maranda Hymes says
Did someone say bathtub duck pond?! I know what’s next on my list!
Allyson Tice says
WE are going mini golfing, blueberry picking and then rounding up the day with some fishing at the lake!
Sabrina Zehner says
So many ideas. Will really get me thinking when I yardsale this summer. everything can have a new purpose.
debra pauley says
the idea of ducks in the bath tub is super cute!
Ashley B. says
Love the DIY ideas!!
Carolsue says
I like the Jewelry Cabinet Armoire Makeover ideas.
Joy says
I’m so glad I came across your blog! We are redoing our kitchen and I love your style!
Cindy Loo says
I love the Mason Jar ideas, since I know I have the supplies sitting right in my cupboard!
Sarah L says
The ducks in the pond are cute.
Chanel B. says
I love DIY in the summer! I am hoping to fix up some things around the house before I go back to work!
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Carolsue says
I left a comment on your post about removing wax from candle jars. Thanks!
Marija says
Love the jewelry cabinet! Thanks for the chance to win.
Dawn Ballo says
Great summer ideas. I love diy.
robin s. says
I love the bathtub duck pond idea. My dad owns lots of real ducks but we don’t have a place to keep them. So, this would be a perfect idea for us.
Terry says
I really love the Summer Front Entry from Clean and Scentsible.
Carolsue says
I commented on your luscious lemon bars. They look divine!
Sunnie says
I like the summer entry way, that bench is very cute!
Dawn says
Just what I needed for inspiration in the middle of summer!!! Love your ideas!
amy williams says
Love all the ideas thanks for the chance
Laurie Nykaza says
I’m painting the bathroom this weekend with a little help!
jberry says
Gardening til I drop.
Terry says
I love all of the DIY ideas here as they are so refreshing.
Elizabeth Brooks says
Such great ideas. I love redecorating
Julie Terry says
All the ideas here are great. So new and exciting.
Carolsue says
The Jewelry Cabinet Armoire Makeover from Interior Frugalista is something I will investigate further
Emily R. says
Thanks for the chance!
Terry says
I would love to spruce my home up this summer using some of the DIY ideas.
Sarah L says
My cat would be trying to get that white feathered ball.
Gabrielly says
So gorgeous. I love it.
Jessica Peeling says
All these ideas are so cute and fresh!
Tabathia B says
So is the white chair for decoration or is it actual furniture
Terry says
I love the summer front entry and will be trying to replicate this in my home. It is perfect for my decor.
Gabrielly says
I love all the creative ideas.
Sarah L says
I’d like a fold out desk like that one.
Helga says
I like the ducks swimming in the tub.
Gabrielly says
I love all the cool summer ideas.
Kimmy Ripley says
Thanks so much for sharing these projects! Love them!
Jessica Miller says
Thank you I liked the Porch Decorating Ideas
Leela says
Thanks for all the wonderful ideas.
Sarah L says
White rugs look lovely but aren’t practical with kids & pets.
Gabrielly says
Love these ideas.
Taryn T says
I don’t consider myself to have a lot of “vision” so I really enjoyed looking at other people’s ideas. I like the colors used in these ideas, the whites, pale blue, greys, all so pretty and calming.
Sarah Cool says
I love these ideas!
Ashley M says
I love these ideas!! Not only are they adorable, they are perfect for summer, and simple! I love DIY projects and décor! Thanks for the ideas! Also thank you for the chance to win :)
Susannah says
What precious summer ideas! <3
Debbie Yoder says
Love the little white bench! Were going camping this weekend!
Terry says
I would really love to re-invent my living space with many of these ideas.
Linda Bradshaw says
New fan! Yay! Glad I found ya.
wen budro says
I’m up to trying to take a few more inexpensive road trips. I just need a change of scenery.
Thalia Ramirez says
These are beautiful! I love them, maybe I\\\’ll grab some ideas from here and there!
Gabrielly says
So gorgeous.
Megan says
How lovely!!!
Grace says
I love summer and all the cool diy projects that make summer better!
Gabrielly says
Love it.
Terry says
All of these DIY ideas are so refreshing and pleasing to the eye.
Gabrielly says
So nice.
Natalie says
These ideas inspire me to redecorate my home!
robin s. says
I love the creative ideas you have shared. I am always looking for inspiration when I am wanting to do a DIY project.
Kelli says
I love that jewelry armoire painted white!
Terry says
I love the color “white” in these DIY projects.
beverly harrold says
the bathtub duck pond is just my speed. thanks for the entry i wish i was as talented as you are
Steve Bobula says
The Darn weekend has just about to come to a close and a new week it just a sleep away, I wish everyone a safe one.
Leandra Gilmour says
Beautiful DIY projects and tips
Gabrielly says
Lovely
Heather Kelly says
Thanks for the chance. This would help pay for school clothes.
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rachel jenkins says
What a fabulous read, My weekend was nice and relaxing. My husband is gone in Afghanistan till September so me and the kids are lonely without him. lol
Sarah L says
Growing plants say summer to me.
Jessie Redding says
Just work,work and more work -but thanks for the DIY inspiration!
Ashley C says
That feather lampshade is too fun!
Teresa A Thompson says
From 50’s Dresser to Faux Secretary Desk is my favorite.
Casey Mclendon says
Oh I love it! So many cute ideas! I can’t pick a favorite! Thanks so much for the chance! Have a blessed day! This would really help with our homeschool room I’m creating for my 3 sons!
Allison Jennings says
I absolutely love the rock boot tray! Super awesome way to keep the mess down!
Constance smith says
That armoire makeover is a great project for me!
Terry Stevens says
I would love to try the DIY: From 50’s Dresser to Faux Secretary Desk
Sarah L says
Great ideas. Thanks again.
Danielle Magee says
What fantastic home ideas, love them!
sherry fowler says
such a refreshing and wonderful blog that you have; really enjoy it!
elishia bakle says
Great ideas for decorating I shared with my mother in law this is her favorite style for the home! Thank you so much for sharing!
Rajee Pandi says
You have done great job Love your blog
jeremy mclaughlin says
Great ideas on the blog.
Lea Anna says
Great ideas!
Audrey Stewart says
I love your blog! I love all the photos and I think you have great taste!
Mary Jacobowitz says
I love your creativity. There are some great ideas.
Kellie McMillan says
Such fun ideas!
LeAnn Harbert says
I’m looking for ideas to redo my granddaughters room.
Brigitte Bauman says
I love the 9 DIY ideas. They are so creative.
Julie says
Just found your blog love it….
Sue Hull says
I love your armour make over. Thank you for the chance!