Our 5 Favorite DIY Materials + Matching Projects

I’ve always found that the biggest stumbling block to becoming comfortable with DIY projects is getting your hands on materials that are affordable, comfortable and easy to transform into something special. Rather than fancy tools or hi-tech gadgets, I’ve always preferred to work with simpler materials like paper, cardboard, string and wood. They’re the sort of building blocks that aren’t intimidating and are easy to find. So to kickstart some winter crafting and maybe a new year where DIY is a bigger part of our lives, I wanted to share my five favorite materials to work with, and easy (but fun!) projects you can do with them. So whether you want to craft a giant paper flower or a new ottoman at home, I hope these ideas will get your craft train on track! xo, grace