Looking for some inexpensive ideas for rugs because you don’t have the budget to spend hundreds of dollars on the designer rugs you love? Turns out you can make some pretty awesome DIY rugs yourself, and the end result is infinitely better than the cheap things they sell for those of us going the budget rug route. When I started decorating, I realized that my hardwood floors really needed that special something, namely a statement rug, to add a noticeable warmth to the room, Plus, our floors get cold not only in winter but even summer when it is so hot outside that we have the air conditioner cranked up. Check out these 32 cool homemade rug tutorials I found and see for yourself. Whether you need something for your bedroom decor, the kitchen or want to make a statement in your entryway, you are sure to find the perfect rug here.
DIY Rug Tutorials
1. No Sew Round Braided Rug
I was looking for a nice handmade rug idea for my daughter’s room and decided on this. The end result could not be cuter, and she even got to help me make it.
2. DIY Squishy Pom Pom Rug
Pom pom rugs are all the rage of Pinterest for good reason, they are super cute and fun to make, for adults, kids and teens alike. Choose a variety of colors of yarn that match your decor then start making your pom poms to get this cool look for yourself.
5. Painted Dropcloth Rug
Still amazed this is made using only a dropcloth. Some people are so creative, and this DIY blogger is definitely one of them. I need a rug in my mudroom, one that looks great but can withstand more wear and tear than a traditional rug, much less an expensive one. Making this DIY rug this weekend, as I know it is the perfect idea.
6. Gorgeous Mandala Floor Rug
Do you love diy rugs ideas? This gorgeous mandala floor rug idea is exactly the kind of thing I go looking for. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the mandala floor rug. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Crafts has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
7. Cozy Soft And Plush Pom Pom Rug
I am a big fan of fun crafts, and this cozy soft and plush pom pom rug idea is one of my favorites. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Our full tutorial walks you through every step.
8. DIY Rug With Old Denims
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This diy rug with old denims idea is simple, quick, and exactly a clear how-to I keep coming back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get our full step by step tutorial to try it yourself.
11. DIY Rope Rug
This is home decor, and I never get tired of it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the rope rug. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Abeautifulmess has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
12. Crochet Your Own Rag Rug
Whether it is a weeknight or a get-together, this crochet your own rag rug idea fits right in if you love craft ideas. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Unravelknit at the link.
13. DIY Faux Fur Rug
Give this diy faux fur rug idea a try the next time you want DIY projects. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Viewalongtheway to see every step.
15. DIY Painted Rug Inspired By West Elm
My family always asks for step by step instructions like this, and this diy painted rug inspired by west elm idea is one we keep making. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Mountainmodernlife’s full tutorial for all the details.
18. Unique Coffee Bag Rug Tutorial
This unique coffee bag rug tutorial idea is quick, easy, and a real win for a clear how-to. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Maidenjane to see every step.
19. Crochet Rug From T-Shirts
Why make it complicated? This crochet rug from t-shirts idea keeps an easy tutorial simple. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the from t shirts. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Head over to 1dogwoof for the complete recipe.
20. DIY Woodgrain Rug
DIY Woodgrain Rug? Sign me up. This is handmade goods done right. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Check out Abeautifulmess’s full tutorial for all the details.
22. Shower Curtain Rug
From a quiet night in to a full house, this shower curtain rug idea works if you love a fun DIY. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the shower curtain rug. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Meeganmakes at the link.
23. Crafty Felt Rug
Try this crafty felt rug idea next time you’re after fun crafts. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Conversationpieces to see every step.
24. Homemade Rug Loom
Vivalejar really knows a clear how-to, and this homemade rug loom idea shows it. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Vivalejar for the complete recipe.
27. Type Rug DIY
I will admit it, I am obsessed with a fun DIY, and this type rug diy idea proves it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the type rug. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Jessicahische at the link.
28. Felted Carpet Tutorial
This felted carpet tutorial idea is fuss free and delivers on fun crafts. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Livemaster to see every step.
29. Cheap Stenciled Rug Tutorial
No need to overthink a clear how-to – this cheap stenciled rug tutorial idea is refreshingly simple. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Erinspain for the complete recipe.
30. Faux Sheepskin Cloud Rug
Faux Sheepskin Cloud Rug, and it is a good one. Just a fun DIY, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the sheepskin cloud rug. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Lifeflix’s full tutorial for all the details.
32. Eco Friendly Towel Bath Rugs
Weeknight, weekend, or a crowd – this eco friendly towel bath rugs idea covers a clear how-to either way. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. You can grab the whole recipe from Finecraftguild at the link.
33. Chevron Painted Rug From Ikea
Put this chevron painted rug from ikea idea on your list next time you want a fun DIY. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Thehouseofsmiths to see every step.
