Love the rustic, country farmhouse look for your home? Think chicken wire crafts of all sorts! If you are a big fan of farmhouse style decor, you have to check out these awesome DIY ideas that are perfect for country living. Why spend a ton of money buying these things that actually look better if you make them? From fabulous front door ideas, rustic bedroom decor to distressed living room decor projects that will fit just about any budget, we have the best DIY ideas made from chicken wire.
Table of Contents
- 1. Rustic Floral Wall Sconce
- 2. DIY Farmhouse Message Board
- 3. Chicken Wire Glass Jar Covers
- 4. DIY Chicken Wire Suncatcher
- 6. Picture Frame Beaded Suncatcher
- 7. DIY Office Memo Board
- 9. Chicken Wire Lights
- 10. Chicken Wire Herb Basket
- 11. Pretty DIY Floral Hanging Frame
- 12. Picture Window Frame
- 13. Easy Chicken Wire Photo Frame
- 14. Chicken Wire Lampshade
- 15. Chicken Wire Heart Decor
- 16. DIY Dress Form from Chicken Wire
- 17. Shabby Chic DIY Message Board
- 18. DIY Chicken Wire Basket
- 20. Rustic Chicken Wire Holder
- 21. DIY Chicken Wire Pendant Light
- 23. DIY Chalkboard Frames – Cork or Dry Erase Board
- 27. Woodland Chicken Coop
1. Rustic Floral Wall Sconce
First up in our chicken wire crafts showcase are these darling DIY floral wall sconces, and they are country cottage perfection. Made with wood pennant flags, chicken wire, moss, and fresh or faux flowers, this sweet little wall accent has that pretty farmhouse-meets-spring-garden look we love. Hang one on a door, tuck it into a gallery wall, or make a few as May Day-style gifts for friends and neighbors. It is simple, rustic, and just fancy enough to make your walls feel like they got a fresh bouquet. Learn how to make your own at Tried and True Blog.
2. DIY Farmhouse Message Board
This DIY farmhouse message board is such a cute way to turn plain old pallet wood and chicken wire into something both pretty and practical. The rustic wood frame gives it that cozy country kitchen feel, while the chicken wire and clips make it perfect for holding notes, reminders, recipes, photos, or little bits of everyday paper clutter. It has that “found at a vintage market” look, but it is budget-friendly and easy enough to make with basic supplies. Perfect for an entryway, kitchen, mudroom, or home office. Get the tutorial at Seeking Lavender Lane.
3. Chicken Wire Glass Jar Covers
I want these in my kitchen right now! These chicken wire glass jar sleeves are the sweetest little country-style upgrade for plain jars, turning them into rustic vases, candle holders, or farmhouse table accents in minutes. A simple wrap of chicken wire gives recycled glass jars that cozy, old-fashioned charm, especially when filled with wildflowers, herbs, or a soft glowing candle. They are budget-friendly, easy to customize, and perfect for adding a little porch-sitting, farmhouse-kitchen personality to a mantel, centerpiece, or outdoor table.
4. DIY Chicken Wire Suncatcher
This DIY chicken wire suncatcher by DIY JOY is a country craft with a little sparkle, and it is such a fun way to dress up a sunny window, porch, or garden spot. Made with chicken wire tucked inside an embroidery hoop, then finished with dangling glass beads, ribbon, and jute twine, it has that sweet farmhouse handmade look while still feeling bright and colorful. When the sun hits the beads, the whole piece catches the light beautifully, and if you hang it outside, it can even give off a soft little wind chime effect. It is rustic, cheerful, and perfect for using up leftover beads.
6. Picture Frame Beaded Suncatcher
This DIY picture frame suncatcher by yours truly at DIY JOY is a happy little twist on country-style crafts, and it turns a plain old frame into something that feels handmade and special. Upcycle this old picture frames intstead of throwing them out. Chicken wire fills the center of the frame, then colorful beads and charms are added so they dangle and sparkle when the sunlight hits. Finished with a simple jute rope hanger, it has that rustic farmhouse base with just enough color and shimmer to make a window, porch, or garden corner feel extra cheerful. Learn how to make your own beaded DIY suncatcher with our tutorial.
7. DIY Office Memo Board
This DIY office memo board is a farmhouse-style organizer that makes paper clutter look downright pretty. Made with a painted white backing board, black chicken wire, and a stained wood frame, it has that clean rustic look that works beautifully in an office, kitchen, craft room, or command center. Just add mini clothespins and you have an easy spot to hang invitations, cards, reminders, photos, or little notes you do not want buried in a pile.
9. Chicken Wire Lights
This DIY chicken wire light fixture is rustic, sweet, and full of farmhouse style. The wire shade gives it that vintage country look, while the simple design keeps it fresh and pretty. Such a fun way to add handmade charm to a room. Get the tutorial at The Inspired Hive.
This DIY chicken wire light fixture is a fun little farmhouse upgrade with big country style. Chicken wire gives the shade that rustic, vintage feel, while the simple shape keeps it sweet and not too fussy. Such a cute way to add handmade charm overhead.
10. Chicken Wire Herb Basket
This crafty chicken wire herb basket is country kitchen cuteness all the way. The rustic wire, little jars, and fresh herbs make it feel like something from a sunny farmhouse window. Simple, useful, and so sweet. Its a chicken wire craft thats cute but highly functional.
11. Pretty DIY Floral Hanging Frame
This floral hanging frame is sweet, simple, and ready for spring. A plain wire photo frame gets dressed up with faux flowers for a fresh farmhouse look that feels soft and pretty. Easy, colorful, and full of handmade charm. One of my favorite chicken wire crafts of all time!
12. Picture Window Frame
This picture window project is rustic farmhouse style at its best. An old window frame and chicken wire come together for a pretty country display that feels vintage, cozy, and handmade. Simple DIY idea, big charm.
13. Easy Chicken Wire Photo Frame
This chicken wire photo frame is a cute farmhouse twist on a regular picture frame. The wire gives it that rustic country feel, and the clipped-on photos make it casual and fun. Easy, sweet, and full of vintage charm.
14. Chicken Wire Lampshade
This chicken wire lampshade is rustic, sweet, and full of farmhouse personality. An old shade gets stripped down and wrapped in chicken wire, then finished with a pretty flower clip for a soft little touch. Simple, shabby, and so country cute.
15. Chicken Wire Heart Decor
This chicken wire heart wreath is sweet country style with a Valentine’s twist. A simple heart frame gets covered in chicken wire, then dressed up with flowers and a bow. Rustic, romantic, and cute enough for the front door.
16. DIY Dress Form from Chicken Wire
This DIY chicken wire dress form is such a cute country studio idea. It has that rustic, artsy look and makes a fun display piece for aprons, jewelry, scarves, or pretty vintage finds. Creative, quirky, and full of farmhouse charm.
17. Shabby Chic DIY Message Board
Hard to beat this idea when it comes to cute chicken wire crafts! This shabby chic chicken wire frame is simple farmhouse pretty. The distressed frame and rustic wire make the perfect backdrop for little clipped treasures. Soft, vintage, and full of sweet country charm.
18. DIY Chicken Wire Basket
These little wire baskets are rustic, clever, and so country cute. Made from hardware cloth with a sweet vintage-style shape, they have that flea market farmhouse look without the flea market price. Simple wire, big personality.
20. Rustic Chicken Wire Holder
This chicken wire crate has that perfect “farmhouse for almost nothing” look. Scrap wood, a little wire, and suddenly you have a rustic country piece with tons of personality. Cute, clever, and under $2 to make.
21. DIY Chicken Wire Pendant Light
This DIY chicken wire pendant light is farmhouse fun on a budget. An old lampshade frame gets wrapped in chicken wire for a rustic, quirky look that feels vintage and handmade. Cute, clever, and full of country personality.
23. DIY Chalkboard Frames – Cork or Dry Erase Board
These chicken wire frames are rustic, easy, and so farmhouse cute. A simple frame and chicken wire make a sweet little spot for clipped photos, notes, or holiday cards. Country charm without trying too hard. You can make chalkboard, dry erase or corkboard – you choose your own DIY adventure.
27. Woodland Chicken Coop
This red chicken coop is country garden style done right. With wire mesh walls, a salvaged French door, bright window boxes, and a cozy farmhouse feel, it is as pretty as it is practical. A dream little home for happy backyard hens.gardenista
This red chicken coop is a chicken wire craft done right. With wire mesh walls, a salvaged French door, bright window boxes, and a cozy farmhouse feel, it is as pretty as it is practical. A dream little home for happy backyard hens.
