Wallpaper can be really expensive, and you know what, installing it can be a pain. If you want the look of hand-painted wallpaper, without the expense, you can DIY it with paint and a few simple instructions.
These tutorials show you how easy it is to paint DIY wallpaper! Whether your taste is boho or modern, we have a project for you. So dust off that wallpaper paste, and get ready to paint, stencil, and stamp your way to a wallpaper look, without the pain of, well… you know. ?
DIY wallpaper ideas
DIY hand painted wallpaper isn’t as complicated as you might think, and it’s a great way to introduce a pop of color to any room. As you’ll notice once you start exploring these DIY wallpaper ideas, you’ll need a few tools, including a laser level and paint brushes of various thicknesses. Each tutorial may have its own tools and equipment – find a project you like and check out what’s needed!
Consider hand painted wallpaper for beginners
Unless you’re particularly artistic and new to painted wallpaper, it can seem daunting to start with something that will be stuck on your walls forever! That’s okay though – these tutorials are all beginner-friendly and you’ll get the hang of it in no time. Plus, you can always cover up any mistakes with furniture or artwork!
DIY painting over existing wallpaper
Paint over existing wallpaper you hate. at Virginia’Fynes Designs‘ turned her boring bathroom into a stunning example of what a little hand painting can do! She also has a free printable template so you can make this exact design, yourself! Way Much easier than removing wallpaper only to put a whole new type back.
Geometric Hand Painted Wallpaper DIY
Check out this DIY wallpaper that was inspired by ‘$200 a roll’ Serena and Lily Paper. ‘Created by hunters‘ made a hand-painted wallpaper dupe that’s super easy and super cheap. The herringbone pattern is modern but boho, at the same time. Love it!
Easy DIY painted wallpaper with boho vibes
This boho flavored geometric wallpaper was hand painted ‘A beautiful vessel‘ It’s stunningly glam, with a fresh feel. Not only do they give you all the step by step instructions complete with photos, they also share their template for the shape. So if you’re looking for something a little bolder to give your room real character, this is it.
Easy DIY wallpaper using decals
If you don’t want to paint, there are other ways to create a wallpaper look. This faux wallpaper DIY is also from “Classy clutter” Using vinyl cutouts to create that wallpaper look. It’s a random design, and Sona added a glam feel. She used a Silhouette machine to custom cut her decals, but you can also buy them at any major craft store.
Hand painted wallpaper with stencils
One of the easiest ways to make your own painted wallpaper is with a stencil. You can buy stencils or create your own shapes, depending on the vibe and style you’re going for. Here are some of our favorite stencil designs to paint your own wallpaper.
DIY Floral Stencil Wallpaper
at Diane’In my own styleMade her own faux wallpaper using stencils. This is a fresh, fun, fabulous design. If you have an angled or awkward wall like that, you may find the paint way easier than wallpaper. Peel and stick wallpaper is also difficult to cut into custom shapes. Perfect solution! Full instructions, and she even tells you where to buy this particular stencil.
DIY painted wallpaper with floral stencils
This is another stencil option that turned out beautifully Thistlewood Farms. You’ll notice that they painted the stencil with one color first, then went back and hand-painted certain elements to give it a really intricate, layered look. It will take a little longer, but it looks incredible!
DIY hand-painted wallpaper with a Chinese flair
Oriental patterns, in my opinion, are perfect for walls. This stunning design is beautifully intricate and works best when you have a large stencil and a small-sized wall. You can still stencil a large wall, but it will take a lot longer, especially if your stencil is small! This tutorial “Sweet sanity“It’s a great place to start.
“No Talent Required” Pink Floral Wallpaper
Mikayla makes Sketched her own floral pattern, then used the projector as a stencil! So smart! While she refers to this as a “no talent required” project, I think she’s pretty talented based on this gorgeous result! She also has free downloads for this and other wallpaper patterns- check them out!
DIY painted wallpaper with a sponge
Have you ever made pictures with a sponge at school? I remember cutting potatoes into different shapes and using them to dip in paint – so much fun! Okay, so these tutorials don’t involve potatoes, but they do involve sponges. I love using sponges for wallpaper because each mark you make is as slightly unique as the snowflakes! Here are some of our top DIY hand painted wallpaper ideas with sponges.
Minimalist Hand Painted Wallpaper Ideas
This hand painted wallpaper was done by DIY ‘Cecelia Moyerand his sister Nina. Paint, sponge and some great tips to make it look so perfect!
Stencil + Sponge Hand Painted Wallpaper DIY Project
Here’s a similar geometric wallpaper DIY fromBoard and pillowHis most important tip? The grid, people. It’s all in the grid. Check out their tutorial and see how they gave this bedroom a super custom look for the cost of some paint.
Minimal DIY wallpaper with a sponge
Sometimes, less is more. That is certainly the case with this subtle sponge wallpaper design. See how amazing it looks, and all you need is a sponge and some paint! In my opinion, these imperfections make it perfect. Check out the details in this tutorial “Beautiful Friday!“
Budget friendly DIY hand painted wallpaper ideas
We get it – you don’t always have the cash to splash when it comes to updating your wallpaper. While some of the tutorials on this list require some specialized equipment, others couldn’t be more minimal. Here are our favorite low-cost hand-painted wallpaper ideas.
Create a geometric DIY wallpaper with a Sharpie
Gold Sharpie Paint Pen,’Classy clutterAll you need is a complete tutorial and some patience to recreate this gorgeous faux wallpaper. It’s sophisticated and subtle, with enough eye-catching flair to confuse you.
Faux wallpaper using fabric
See how Mandi is’Vintage RevivalsCreate this faux wallpaper look using fabric. This is great, because it’s put on the wall with a temporary (and all natural) starch, so you can easily pick up and replace if you make a mistake. Plus, it’s great for hirers. Be sure to use bold or graphic fabrics to make a good impression. A small floral calico will get lost on a large wall.
No-Stencil DIY Painted Wallpaper
Another option is to paint your own wallpaper freeform – no stencils, no sponges, no fabric and no measurements! In this incredible tutorial “beautiful on friday,” You’ll see how they created this amazing feature wall of hand-painted wallpaper using nothing but paint and a brush! Their tip? Paint multiple flowers before going back to the paint can – you’ll want to vary the texture and thickness of the paint!
Liven up your walls with DIY hand painted wallpaper
Learning how to paint your own wallpaper is a fun activity with extremely satisfying results. You can do it on a budget, you can use stencils, or you can go crazy and totally trust your instincts! All you need is some paint and an idea that begs to be brought to life. Good luck!
You can DIY your own hand painted wallpaper, or you can check out our post DIY Geometric Accent Wall Ideas Or How to install peel and stick wallpaper. We also think you might be interested in our post on DIY Boho Wall Decor and Art Ideas at TBD.
