Boho (short for bohemian) style is all about laid-back comfort, natural textures, and a touch of artistic chaos. It’s the kind of home decor that feels collected over time, mixing patterns, materials, and colours for a warm, inviting space.
The best part? You don’t need to spend a fortune to get the look. With a few DIY projects and crafty ideas, you can create your boho haven — and make it uniquely yours.
1. Start with Textiles: Layer Rugs, Throws, and Cushions
Nothing says boho quite like layered fabrics. Think patterned kilim rugs, tasselled throws, and a mix of textured cushions.
DIY Ideas:
- Cushion Covers – Use fabric remnants or vintage scarves to sew boho cushion covers. You don’t need to be an expert – use YouTube or online guides like this one here.
- Fringed Throws and Rugs – Buy plain throws or rugs for cheaper, or you may already have one, and add your own fringe or pom-pom trim with a glue gun or simple stitching. You can get pom-pom fringe from Amazon here. This will add instant boho vibes!
2. Add Macramé for a Handmade Touch
Macramé is a boho classic — from plant hangers to wall hangings, it adds texture and a relaxed feel to any room.
DIY Ideas:
- Start small with a macramé keyring or coaster to learn the basic knots.
- Progress to macramé plant hangers or wall art.
- Use neutral cotton cord for a classic look, or add colour for a playful twist.
3. Bring Nature Indoors
Boho interiors thrive on natural elements — plants, wood, rattan, and bamboo.
DIY Ideas:
- Repurpose old jars or tins into plant pots with acrylic paint pens or jute wrapping.
- Make a driftwood shelf by attaching sanded driftwood to rope or leather straps.
- Upcycle a rattan basket into a planter by adding a plastic liner. This is great for large indoor plants.
- Dry your own garden flowers (hang them upside down in a dark, dry place) and keep a supply of blooms in your house all year round.
4. Mix and Match Wall Art
In boho homes, the walls tell a story. They’re often covered with a gallery wall of prints, textiles, and handmade pieces.
DIY Ideas:
- Frame fabric swatches or quirky wallpaper samples for unique artwork.
- Upcycle picture frames you already own or find in the thrift.
- Have a go art – buy a canvas and create your own wall art based on a more exspensive piece you love.
5. Incorporate Global-Inspired Patterns
Boho style often borrows from Moroccan, Indian, and tribal designs.
DIY Ideas:
- Use block printing stamps to decorate cushion covers, napkins, or table runners.
- Use furniture paint to stencil your floor tiles or a tabletop with a geometric design.
6. Light it Up with Warm, Cosy Glow
Lighting makes or breaks a boho space — you want warm, inviting light, not harsh white glare.
DIY Ideas:
- Wrap fairy lights around a driftwood branch for a magical touch.
- Hang festoon lights indoors in a dark corner, to keep summer alive.
- Make your own lanterns with mason jars, lace, and battery tea lights.
7. Add Personal Treasures
The heart of boho style is personal expression. Display souvenirs, handmade crafts, or heirlooms alongside your DIY projects.
DIY Ideas:
- Make a memory wall with polaroids, postcards, and ticket stubs – you can add these to a cork board with quirky pins.
- Turn old jewellery into decorative art pieces – add to cushion corners, table runners or hang into chimes or dream catchers for a new family heirloom.
- Display shells, stones, or driftwood from your travels. Who doesn’t love their home to remind them of their favourite memories?
Final Tips for Creating the Boho Look
- Embrace imperfection – mismatched cushions and slightly crooked art add charm.
- Mix textures – cotton, jute, wood, and ceramics all work together.
- Shop smart – combine DIY with a few store-bought or thrift accents to save time and money.
Whether you make it all yourself or mix in a few ready-made pieces, boho style is about creating a space that feels like you.
For more hands-on inspiration, set sail over to Nautical Home Decor Crafts | DIY Coastal Projects.
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Keep crafting,
The Great British Nook
