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33 DIY Rug Ideas To Freshen Up Any Space

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33 DIY Rug Ideas To Freshen Up Any Space. | Coolcrafts.com

Rugs are a clever accessory to freshen up a room, welcome guests into your home, catch spills in the kitchen or serve as a designated play area. The problem is gorgeous and functional rugs are expensive and they usually don’t last long.

After all, we’re stomping all over them all day. Why spend tons of money on expensive rugs when you can DIY your favorite trend into a statement or highly functional piece for less?

That’s why we rounded up 33 DIY Rugs to inspire your creative juices!

Chevron Rug

We love the bright colors and patterns of this Chevron Rug from The House That Lars Built inspired by friendship bracelets.

Custom Kitchen Rug

Ugly kitchen rugs got you down? DIY your own Custom Kitchen Rug from Dream A Little Bigger with any color scheme for some matchy matchiness!

DIY Crochet T-Shirt Rug

This DIY Crochet T-Shirt Rug from The DIY Mommy is simple, inexpensive to make and makes a statement in a room or entryway.

Chunky Hexie Crochet Rug

Make a Chunky Hexie Crochet Rug with t-shirt yarn. My Poppet shows you how with an instructional video to guide you through the hexie crochet motif!

Shaggy T-Shirt Rug

Dress up your bathroom by making a shag rug using old t-shirts! Gentri Lee shows you how easy it is to DIY a Shaggy T-Shirt Rug.

Knitted Rug

This Knitted Rug from Sew and So is chunky and feels wonderful under your feet and the best part is it’s made from recycled sheets! It’s the perfect rug to place by your bed and step onto every morning.

Quatrefoil Design Area Rug

Create a rug of any size using a vinyl floor remnant as a base to make this Quatrefoil Design Area Rug. Perfect for under the kitchen sink! Download the pattern to copy from Momtastic.

Sharpie Rug

You won’t believe this patterned rug is made with a sharpie. Get the full instructions for this Sharpie Rug at A Nest For All Seasons!

DIY Felt Rug

This coaster turned DIY Felt Rug is super cute for whipping your feet. Get the easy step for this do it yourself craft at Next Design Studio.

Painted Fabric Canvas Rugs

Make these no sew Painted Fabric Canvas Rugs from Mark Montano in any size and style to match your home decor.

Stenciled Outdoor Rug

Don’t spend tons of money buying expensive outdoor rugs. DIY your own fun Stenciled Outdoor Rug using a few simple tools. Full tutorial at Everyday Dishes.

Drop Cloth Rug

This Drop Cloth Rug from Nellie Bellie is a beautiful and simple Aztec wonder, created from just a drop cloth and paint!

DIY Mod Podge Fabric Rug

How adorable is this DIY Mod Podge Fabric Rug from Damask Love? It’s 100% functional, stylish, durable and CHEAP!

Matisse Inspired Cut Out Rug

The House That Lars Built makes this Matisse Inspired Cut Out Rug look easy to make. A beautiful floor piece for a large room!

Technicolor Play Mat

Need a durable play mat for the little ones? This Technicolor Play Mat from Sew Home Grown is easy and cost effective!

Pom Pom Rug

Pom pom’s aren’t just for cheerleading, add them to a doormat for a cheery, warm greeting to welcome your house guests. Get the Pom Pom Rug tutorial at Shrimp Salad Circus!

Spa Rug

Your feet will love stepping on this spa worthy rug made from rope. Mama in a Stitch gives you the free pattern for this Spa Rug!

Let's Stay Home Doormat

Give a raggedy doormat a facelift with this Let’s Stay Home Doormat from Pretty Life Girls. All you need is stencil and some paint!

DIY Rope Rug

Dress up your entryway with a pretty, durable and affordable DIY Rope Rug made with a rustic touch, this is sure to stand up to the elements while keep your doorstep looking pretty. Full instructions at The Seaman Mom.

DIY Spray Paint A Briar Rug

Adventures in Making gets creative by using  contact paper and a little spray paint to turn a boring rug into a custom piece of art in this DIY Spray Paint A Briar Rug!

DIY Faux Rug

Oh, faux you didn’t! Learn how to dye almost any synthetic material with this simple tutorial from Paper & Stitch to transform it into a beautiful DIY Faux Rug!

Crochet Scrap Fabric Rug

Recycle scrap fabrics and old clothing to make an attractive eco friendly Crochet Scrap Fabric Rug! Why let them go to waste when you can turn it into a gorgeous DIY. Full tutorial at My Poppet.

DIY Wine Cork Rug

Take your wine cork obsession to a new, healthy level by making a DIY Wine Cork Rug. Great for a bath or shower! Crafty Nest shows you how to do it.

Insanely Awesome DIY Outdoor Rug

Designed Improvised has a clever solution to making this Insanely Awesome DIY Outdoor Rug using spray paint and masking tape.

Static Lines Woven Rug

If you’re itching for a DIY project to fill your evenings, this Static Lines Woven Rug from A Beautiful Mess will keep you entertained! Not only that, it will make a bold statement.

Denim Rug

Old jeans don’t fit anymore? Don’t throw them out, turn them into a Denim Rug. It’s not very complicated either. Just cut and sew the pieces together! Get the instructions at OhOh Blog.

Rag Rug

This Rag Rug from A Piece of Rainbow uses old t-shirts and a cardboard loom or hula hoop loom to make this piece of foot art. Perfect for decorating the kids playroom!

Plush Animal Mat

The kids will go crazy for this Plush Animal Mat from A Beautiful Mess!

Fluffy Shaggy Wool Yarn Tassel Rug

No need to spend a lot of dough on an expensive rug, DIY your own fluffy area rug with yarn wool and baker’s twine to make this darling looking Fluffy Shaggy Wool Yarn Tassel Rug. Full tutorial at Urban Sleek Blonde.

Astro Turf Mat

You’re just a little astro turf away from creating a fun outdoor rug or play mat! Perfect for toys, shoes or to celebrate warm weather. Pink Stripey Socks shows you how to DIY this playful Astro Turf Mat!

DIY Donut Mats

Donuts are good to eat and good for making DIY Donut Mats. Warning it will leave you hungry! Get the details at The House That Lars Built.

Painted Patio Rug

How cute is the outdoor Painted Patio Rug from A Beautiful Mess? A great way to jazz up your outdoor living space and you can be so creative with the color scheme too!

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