35 Shabby Chic Decor Ideas To DIY

Do you live in a dreamy French country farmhouse? Maybe you just wish you did? When I found some of the DIY ideas in this collection of shabby chic decor, with the clean look of white and floral, distressed chalky finishes, I found myself wishing my entire house could be decorated like this. Turns out, you can have this amazing shabby chic look for a lot less than you might imagine. I had been eying one of these benches at a local store, but could never afford the $1400 price tag. However, I am loving the $85 version I made last weekend. I am going to make some pillows for it this weekend and post pics for you, I know you are going to want one for yourself. From creative wall art ideas to handmade romantic bedding ideas, you are sure to fall in love with most, if not all of these DIY French country decor looks. Check out the oh so lovely step by step photo tutorials from some of the best DIY bloggers around to see how you, too can make these for your home. Stop dreaming of having this fantastic decor in your house someday and make it reality today.

DIY Shabby Chic Decor Ideas

1. DIY Tufted French Mattress Cushion

anoregoncottage

DIY Tufted French Mattress Cushion, a shabby chic, easy enough for a beginner and an idea worth saving for later

For a shabby chic DIY idea to make for extra seating in the bedroom or living room, try making this neutral tufted French mattress cushion and add Parisian style pillows with french phrases.

2. French Made Metal Flower Pots

bydreamsfactory

French Made Metal Flower Pots, quick to put together in an afternoon and a fun update worth trying at least once

3. Chicken Wire Dream Board

frenchcountrycottage

Chicken Wire Dream Board, forgiving enough for a first attempt and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

4. Vintage Shabby Chic Nest of Tables

touchthewood

Vintage Shabby Chic Nest of Tables, simple enough for a first try and better looking than a store bought version

6. DIY French Country Terracotta Pots

picklee

DIY French Country Terracotta Pots, simple enough for a first try and better looking than a store bought version

7. Antique Coffee Pot Flower Vase

dreamywhites

Antique Coffee Pot Flower Vase, easy to pull off with basic supplies and a fun update worth trying at least once

8. Vintage Blue Bottles

frenchcountrycottage

Vintage Blue Bottles, quick to put together in an afternoon and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

9. Upcycled Window with Curtains Wall Art

sweetmelanie

Upcycled Window with Curtains Wall Art, quick to put together in an afternoon and an idea worth saving for later

10. Shabby Chic Chair Cover

sissieshabbycottage

Shabby Chic Chair Cover, quick enough to finish over a weekend and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

11. Easy DIY Antique Birdcage Lamp

love-ub.co

Easy DIY Antique Birdcage Lamp, simple to scale up or down as needed and a fun update worth trying at least once

13. Shabby Chic Vase

hjerteroghviteliljer

Shabby Chic Vase, quick enough to finish over a weekend and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

14. Fence Board Clock

4theloveofwood

Fence Board Clock, quick enough to finish over a weekend and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

15. Antique Door Headboard Shutter

theraggedwren

Antique Door Headboard Shutter, simple to scale up or down as needed and a fun update worth trying at least once

17. Wicker Covered Glass Bottle Vase

sweetinspirationsbyjpdesigns

Wicker Covered Glass Bottle Vase, simple to scale up or down as needed and a result that photographs beautifully

19. Gray And White French Painted Cabinet

serendipityrefined

Gray And White French Painted Cabinet, simple enough for a first try and a fun update worth trying at least once

20. Vintage Tole Candelabra with Birdie

chippyshabby

Vintage Tole Candelabra with Birdie, easy to fit into a free afternoon and a result that photographs beautifully

21. Shabby Chic Romantic Large Vintage Style French Roses Heart

debicoules

Shabby Chic Romantic Large Vintage Style French Roses Heart, easy enough for a beginner and a charming handmade detail

23. Shabby Chic Rose Curtain Tie Backs

pinwin

Shabby Chic Rose Curtain Tie Backs, simple enough for a first try and better looking than a store bought version

24. Duck Egg – Butterfly Dresser

sophiasdecor

Duck Egg - Butterfly Dresser, simple to scale up or down as needed and a small upgrade with a real visual payoff

25. Ruffled Spiral Pillow

thegirlinspired

Ruffled Spiral Pillow, quick enough to finish over a weekend and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

26. French Armoire Makeover

paintmewhite

French Armoire Makeover, quick enough to finish over a weekend and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

27. DIY Burlap and Lace Garland

carissamiss

DIY Burlap and Lace Garland, easy to fit into a free afternoon and a clever way to reuse scraps you already have

28. DIY Tape Roll Jewelry Box

usefuldiy

DIY Tape Roll Jewelry Box, quick enough to finish over a weekend and a favorite that gets compliments every time

29. Driftwood Necklace Holder

visiblymoved

Driftwood Necklace Holder, quick enough to finish over a weekend and a favorite that gets compliments every time

30. DIY Shabby Chic Shower Curtain

hallstromhome

DIY Shabby Chic Shower Curtain, no special tools required to start and a small upgrade with a real visual payoff

32. Shabby Chic Old Shutter Wall Decor

namelyoriginal

Shabby Chic Old Shutter Wall Decor, no special tools required to start and a result that photographs beautifully

33. Vintage Inspired Lace Wreath

shabbychicinspired

Vintage Inspired Lace Wreath, no special tools required to start and a favorite that gets compliments every time

34. DIY Shabby Chic Gate & Sign Wall Decor

troispetitesfilles

DIY Shabby Chic Gate & Sign Wall Decor, quick enough to finish over a weekend and an idea worth saving for later