Transform A Dollar Tree Placemat Into Beautiful Kitchen Decor With A Creative DIY

There's a fine line between a well-decorated kitchen and a cluttered one. Whether you stay on top of decluttering your kitchen or just happen to have extra unused space, you may face the dilemma of filling the empty spots. Instead of letting said spaces get filled with clutter, add some cute decor pieces to make the heart of your home a little more welcoming and warm. Little knick-knacks or small signs, in particular, can be charming additions that help achieve that cozy atmosphere. Not sure where to start your search for kitchen decor items? Turn to your local Dollar Tree for inspiration and supplies to create your own, like this creative DIY that transforms a patterned placemat into wall art. Simply cut the placemat, glue it onto a wood sign, and finish with rope and your choice of embellishments.

While it may not be the statement decor piece your kitchen has been missing, this simple craft is sure to add a playful accent to the wall. Plus, it can also be displayed on a kitchen shelf to jazz up your storage spaces. To get started, you'll need one round Crafters Square Plywood Hanging DIY Sign, a roll of Crafters Square Natural Jute Cord, hot glue, scissors, and any Dollar Tree placemat you like. You can also buy Crafters Square Wood Beads to decorate the twine that hangs the wooden board. Additional skeins of yarn are also optional if you want to further accentuate the inside border of your kitchen decor.

Following the steps of YouTuber Loli Ds Creations, start by measuring and cutting your placemat into a circle slightly smaller than the wooden sign. You can choose to cover the entire surface with the placemat or leave enough space along the edges of the sign since there'll be a jute frame. Next, glue the cut placemat onto the center of the wooden sign, ensuring it's secure with no edges peeling off. After the glue dries, measure out a length of your jute cord to frame the border and add a touch of texture to your kitchen. Attach it with hot glue and trim off any excess twine.

From here, you can leave your hanging kitchen decor as is, letting the design of your chosen placemat shine, or add more decorations to personalize it. Adding Crafters Square Flower Stickers or a mix of faux greenery and florals can make your kitchen decor really pop. Best yet, why not craft seasonal versions of this cute wall art? Just swap out florals and basic placemat prints for holiday-themed designs and embellishments. Alternatively, for a more industrial aesthetic, try using the Crafters Square Round Galvanized Metal Bottle Cap Wall Decor as a base instead of the wooden sign.