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For those who identify with manual projects, all they need is a good idea, the materials to be used, and let their imagination run wild. Besides being therapeutic, investing in "do-it-yourself" projects can guarantee pleasant moments, exercising creativity and guaranteeing beautiful results, with unique pieces full of personality.
Those who believe they have little skill for this type of project can now rest assured. There are simple and easy options, all you have to do is have fun and dedicate yourself to new creations. Among the easy-to-execute alternatives, string art stands out, resulting in beautiful paintings to change the look of any environment.
Consisting of a technique in which nails mark the wood with the silhouette of the desired figure, the colored lines trace beautiful designs, ensuring more style and color to the home. Check out inspirations for the use of string art pieces and learn how to make your own projects:
1. strong colors and stylized wood
To guarantee a more beautiful result, vibrant colors brighten up the environment.
2. also present in the bathroom
Just like any other painting, the piece made with string art can be present in any room of the home, brightening or maintaining the theme used in the decoration of the place.
3. step by step: motivating sentence
Ideal for those who love to decorate their walls with inspirational phrases, this project uses two Latin words that can change the day: "Carpe Diem". Reusing two wooden boards, all that is needed for this beautiful piece are nails, thread, scissors, and hammer.
4. how about a themed room?
As this technique allows you to execute various drawings with the help of a template, nails, and threads, it is worth using a composition with frames of different drawings, following the theme of the environment.
5. delicacy and high relief
A good tip to make the look of the piece even more special is to bet on elements in high relief at the time of assembly, such as artificial flowers. This piece makes the room even more charming.
6. a tribute to the house pet
Here the beloved kittens also get a special tribute. With the help of a template with the silhouette of the little animal in a strategic pose, simply choose your favorite color to create the design.
7. step by step: picture with flowers
In addition to the string art, this piece also gains the high-relief work provided by the use of artificial flowers nailed to the wood. To guarantee the exact silhouette of a glass jar, it is worth using a template printed on sulfite paper.
8. as a decorative element for parties
Versatile, besides being able to be used to decorate any wall in the home, this element can compose beautiful decorations for special events.
9. as a symbol of faith and devotion
Like other objects of decoration, this piece must correspond to the personal tastes and personality of the residents of the home.
10. the fuller, the better
Despite the practicality and beauty of this nice flower using hollow lines, by choosing to use a little more materials and dedication it is possible to create true works of art.
11. never to lose your keys again
This nice cactus with a pink bow plays an important role in the dynamics of the house: it ensures a reserved place for keys, preventing them from getting lost or that, in the rush of everyday life, the residents forget to take them with them.
12. step by step: superhero painting
An ideal option for decorating a boy's room, this artwork simulates Captain America's colorful shield.
13. richness lives in the details
Another example of how the technique can be used to completely fill the spaces between the nails, here the black stripes of the zebra are made with the help of lines, while the white ones are a result of the background of the painting.
14. how about a highlighted outline?
A special idea for those who like small details in the piece, here the clover has a white outline, while it is filled with the dark green color. The wood used as the background of the painting makes the piece stand out even more.
15. how about a flamingo, with all its beauty?
An animal in fashion in decoration, this piece relies on the use of various colors to represent the real animal.
16. a detail makes all the difference
The differential of this piece is the option for a line that glows in black light. When exposed to this type of light, the piece gains neon characteristics, standing out in the environment where it is used.
17. step-by-step: Heart Frame
Although the tutorial uses blue to make the piece, the heart can be made in other shades, such as red or pink.
18. geometrism and vibrant colors
Although this technique is very common for well-defined engravings, using varied colors and geometry also guarantees an unusual result.
19. for a fairy-tale decoration
One of the most beloved fairy tale characters also has its version in string art. Here the unicorn gains even more charm and beauty thanks to the use of lines in various colors.
20. use of contrast and vibrant colors
Ideal for representing all kinds of beliefs, here the chosen lines ensure the necessary contrasts so that the picture has a wealth of details, conveying the beauty of faith.
21. how about having your idol on the wall?
For an even more interesting look, you can divide the work into smaller frames, creating a gallery with the final result.
22. step by step: cactus string art
An ideal suggestion for lovers of this plant, it is possible to use the cactus mold alone, or even with a vase, ensuring more elements and colors for the beautiful piece.
23. using the lines as background
Although most designs use the lines to fill in the design, it is worth leaving the area of the engraving or word free and filling in the background of the artwork. Using a variety of colors is a good suggestion.
24. showing all the love for music
A good suggestion to embellish the walls of any room is to bet on figures that refer to hobbies or love for music. For this, it is worth choosing a specific musical instrument or musical notes.
25. to cradle dreams and adventures
It can be a favorite sport, an element that evokes adventures, or any other aspiration of the little ones: everything serves to elaborate pictures with drawings that can stimulate children to realize their dreams.
26. for Star Wars lovers
The dreaded villain from the famous trilogy gets his version of a painting made with string art. Ideal for decorating the bedroom of the franchise's biggest fans or themed environments.
27. step by step: decorative word
In a very simple way, this tutorial presents the possibility of making a picture with letters to decorate the home. As a differential, it is worth using multicolored wool, ensuring more liveliness to the piece.
28. celebrating special dates
How about a piece full of personality and style to keep a thematic decoration on special dates? Here, the scene of Jesus' birth is reproduced with the technique, ensuring a beautiful result for the Christmas decoration.
29. gradation for different depths
Again a model to please science fiction fans, here the picture gains greater richness of detail due to the use of lines in shades of gradient and high relief frame.
30. assuring devotion
Rich in details, this option guarantees beautiful sacred art. The special highlight is the contrast between light and dark colors, and the use of half-pearls on the heads of the nails that outline the image.
31. a beautiful centerpiece
The MDF board was replaced by the use of a natural trunk. Using the technique, the chosen word was elaborated in blue line in lead color, ideal to decorate without weighing down the visual of the environment.
See_also: 50 ways to use a hollow bookcase and have fluid and impeccable decoration32. step by step: Eiffel Tower painting
Simulating the famous tower, this piece rich in details closely resembles the original monument, thanks to its metal structure. A beautiful option for a more romantic decoration.
33. for a personalized decoration
It is possible to make a beautiful composition of pictures by adding a small piece with the string art technique. In a square format, the piece has the name of the little resident, making the decoration even more exclusive.
34. how about composing scenes rich in details?
One of the advantages of this technique is the possibility of unleashing the imagination and using different elements in the same piece. Here the Eiffel tower and the bicycle with balloons guarantee the multicolored effect.
35. create compositions with various designs
It is worth posting on an artwork that mixes different types of techniques, colors, and elements, adding the manual touch to the whole. The wool pom-pom gains prominence if used together with string art.
36. fun scenes lighten the mood
It can be a piece with various colors, it is possible to create characters moving or "telling" a story. The more fun the chosen figure is, the more relaxed the environment will be.
37. step by step: Mickey board
If you love the famous mouse, you will love this suggestion: In a simple way, this tutorial teaches you how to make the picture using various colors, according to the theme of the character.
38. as a tribute to a best friend
How about leaving the love for your canine companion expressed in a work of art? Here, not only the pet's portrait was made with the technique, but also his name, eternalizing the partnership.
39. play with a color palette
For a more harmonious result, choosing colors that resemble each other is a good option. Here, the shades of pink and lilac are visualized in the lines and in the complement of the artificial flowers positioned in the bicycle basket.
40. for superhero fans
Possessing only two striking colors, the Batman symbol guarantees fun and admiration thanks to the reference to the character, and can please from children to adults who are passionate about the geek world.
41. a touch of rock'n roll
A symbol of the rock movement, this picture has striking colors, ideal for brightening up and adding personality to any environment.
42. step by step: pineapple string art
This nice and colorful pineapple is the ideal option for a cheerful and relaxed decoration. It can be used anywhere in the house, including the kitchen, and can be made in various sizes.
43. with a neutral theme, guaranteeing versatility
Although the design is nautical in theme, this type of string art is a wild card in decoration and can be used in any room of the home.
See_also: Valentine's Day decoration: how to impress the love of your life44. to personalize the room
In addition to brightening the little one's picture thanks to the choice of lines with strong tones for making the letters that form the child's name, it also ensures a magical touch by using clouds in its decoration.
45. alternating colors and directions
To make the look more interesting, the tip is to vary the direction of the lines of each letter, as well as the colors used to fill each of the elements of the picture.
46. playing a picture
It can be in black and white or in color, in whole form or just the silhouette of people, this technique guarantees an incredible effect for those who want to reproduce someone's photograph.
47. as a souvenir of a special date
Besides becoming an element that helps decorate the event, remembering a special date with string art will make the environment more meaningful and loving.
For those who identify with handicrafts, this do-it-yourself technique guarantees beautiful and stylish results. Varying in size, color, style, and designs, it is a good alternative for decorating any room in the home.
