Best DIY String Art Patterns

String art looks undeniably impressive and it always elevates a home’s décor. It’s tough to believe they're a simple DIY away. Before you dive in, you’ll need a pretty wood board (sanding and staining is optional), small nails, yarn, and a cute pattern to follow. There’s an endless amount of string art patterns available online — just make sure to choose one that fits your home's vibe and pre-existing décor. String art wall pieces make excellent gifts as well, so be sure to keep your friends and family in mind as you browse this roundup of our favorite DIY string art patterns.

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A How-To

The Spruce Crafts

This tutorial will take you back to basics and teach you everything you need to know about the process of creating DIY string art with in-depth steps and images to guide you.

String Art Step-By-Step Tutorial from The Spruce Crafts
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DIY Snowflake String Art

Erin Spain

This adorable DIY is not just a holiday decoration. You’ll want to keep this one up all winter long. The contrasting dark wood and soft white yarn will boost any space’s cozy factor.

DIY Snowflake String Art from Erin Spain
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Disney String Art

This Fairytale Life

If you or your family are a big fan of Disney, you need this string art in your life. This tutorial will show you just how to create that classic Mickey Mouse shape with two design variations.

DIY Mickey String Art from This Fairytale Life
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Darth Vader DIY

Peonies and Cream

Star Wars fans, rejoice! This tutorial was tailor-made for you. This Darth Vader-inspired string art is the perfect bedroom decoration.

DIY String Art Tutorial from Peonies and Cream

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Cute Cactus String Art

Lovely Indeed

Due to its simple shape, cactus string art is a perfect DIY project for beginners. And the final product makes an adorable and trendy piece of wall art.

How to Make Cactus String Art from The Spruce Crafts
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Elephant Art

Erin Spain

Bring the zoo to you with elephant string art. This DIY is guaranteed to put a smile on your animal-loving kiddo’s face.

DIY Nursery String Art Tutorial from Erin Spain
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Easter Egg String Art

Surviving a Teacher's Salary

Do you tend to stray from traditional holiday décor and reach for unique and festive pieces? This project is for you, and it makes the perfect background for a fun Easter brunch. If you’re not hosting this year, make one for whoever is. They’re sure to be delighted by the gesture and impressed by your crafting skills.

DIY Easter Egg String Art Home Decor Craft from Surviving a Teacher’s Salary
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DIY Mason Jar Décor

Dear Paradise

This piece is so beautiful it can stay up all year long. Mason jars are always in season. Plus, you can switch out the flowers inside the "vase" to match what's in season outside.

DIY: Mason Jar String Art from Dear Paradise

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Skull Art

A Beautiful Mess

Ditch the plastic jack-o’-lanterns and create a fun Halloween decoration built to last.

Make Your Own Skull String Art from A Beautiful Mess
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String Art Mountains

The Spruce Crafts

This project absolutely exudes the famous John Muir quote, “The mountains are calling and I must go.” If you’re a nature enthusiast, you’ll appreciate this tribute to the mountains.

No-Sew Mountain String Art from The Spruce Crafts
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Tree String Art

Erin Spain

You can easily bring the joy of the outdoors into your home with this adorable DIY. Choose yarn or embroidery floss that matches the décor already present in your home to make this piece fit seamlessly.

DIY Tree String Art from Erin Spain
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Ice Cream DIY

It's a Mother Thing

Warning — this ice cream art will make your mouth water on a daily basis. With this tutorial and template, you can bring your favorite dessert to life. It makes the sweetest addition to any kids room or kitchen.

DIY String Art Ice Cream Cone With Template from It’s a Mother Thing

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Flower Wall Art

Creme de la Craft

When it comes to DIY string art, the possibilities are endless. This tutorial will show you how to customize your wall art to your liking. Choose your own design and colors to make your project unique.

DIY: Wall Art From Yarn + Nails from Crème de la Craft
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Seasonal String Art

Sustain My Craft Habit

When the summer weather begins to shift, it’s time to hunker down indoors. Why not make the inside of your home as cozy as possible? You can do just that with fall-themed string art.

Easy DIY Fall String Art Tutorial from Sustain My Craft Habit
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DIY Monogram

Oak City Folk

Adding a monogrammed art piece to your home is a simple way to make your space feel more like your own. Making a monogram with string art brings it to a new, stylish level.

DIY String Art Monogram Tutorial from Oak City Folk
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Silhouette String Art

Silhouette School

Learn just how to create DIY string art with a Silhouette crafting tool with this easy-to-follow tutorial.

How to Make String Art Patterns With Silhouette from Silhouette School

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String Art Names

Sew Much Ado

One of the first things many parents add to a nursery is their child's name. Make it cute and crafty by displaying their names with string art. Customize colors to fit the theme of the nursery and you have a unique piece they’ll treasure forever.

DIY String Art Tutorial from Sew Much Ado
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Happy Wall Art

Make Haus

Keep positive energy present in your home by creating this uplifting DIY string art that will bring happy vibes wherever you decide to place it. The bright colors and simple word make for a piece that will be stylish for years to come.

Nail and Yarn String Art from Make Haus
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Homey String Art

Infarrantly Creative

The best way to turn a house into a home is with a piece of unique, DIY art. This tutorial will show you how it’s done.

Home Sweet Home String Art from Infarrantly Creative
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DIY Heart Art

The Spruce Crafts

Nothing quite says “I love you” like an image of a heart. This simple craft is a great gift for friends and family or a wonderful addition to your walls.

How to Make a String Art Heart from The Spruce Crafts

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Fall String Art DIYs

Sugar Bee Crafts

Whether you’re decorating for Halloween, boosting your home’s coziness, or looking for a great housewarming gift idea, this blog post has you covered.

Fall String Art Ideas and Tutorial from Sugar Bee Crafts
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World Map String Art

The Coffee Cafe

Wanderlust is a growing epidemic. You can express yours with this beautiful DIY world map wall art. This piece is sure to inspire future travels.

Map of the World: String Art Ed. from The Coffee Cafe
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DIY Cow Art

Honey and Birch

Finding cute kitchen décor to match your space is difficult. That’s where this DIY comes in! The silhouette is unique, yet simple and the vibrant colors pack a playful punch.

DIY String Art for Your Kitchen from Honey and Birch
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Branch String Art Printable

Joyful Derivatives

This tutorial breaks the string art process down for you. With these simple steps and free printable, you can’t go wrong. And your end result will be an adorable piece of DIY wall art!

How to Make DIY String Art in 3 Steps With Free Printable from Joyful Derivatives

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DIY Boho Antler String Art

Messes to Memories

A big statement piece like this one will easily pull a room together, looking stylish and impressive all the while.

DIY Antler String Art from Messes to Memories
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Home Wall Art

Six Clever Sisters

Cozy and rustic-looking, this wall art will make any space feel comfy. When this homey sign greets you after a long day, you won’t be able to hold back a sigh of relief and relaxation.

DIY “Home” String Art Barn Wood Pallet Style Tutorial from Six Clever Sisters

26 Best DIY String Art Patterns

A How-To

DIY Snowflake String Art

Disney String Art

Darth Vader DIY

Cute Cactus String Art

Elephant Art

Easter Egg String Art

DIY Mason Jar Décor

Skull Art

String Art Mountains

Tree String Art

Ice Cream DIY

Flower Wall Art

Seasonal String Art

DIY Monogram

Silhouette String Art

String Art Names

Happy Wall Art

Homey String Art

DIY Heart Art

Fall String Art DIYs

World Map String Art

DIY Cow Art

Branch String Art Printable

DIY Boho Antler String Art

Home Wall Art

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