DIY string art is a craft that I started as a senior in high school. Every Christmas, my gifts consisted of arts and crafts kits and supplies, and one year I was given a string wall art kit that I loved.
This string art kit had a piece of wood covered with black velvet, and when it was completed, there was the image of a horse's head. The act of hammering in the nails and wrapping the golden floss around the nails was relaxing and satisfying.
What is best for string art?
There are many options that work well for DIY string art. Materials like embroidery floss, thread, thin yarn or crochet thread are often used for this craft.
The material chosen really depends on how thick the string artist wants the finished product to be.
The thickness of the material that is used determines how much of the background shows and how dense the figure is. Thin materials like thread will form a design that is well defined and has more contrast between the thread and the background.
What do I need to start string art?
Although string art kits are available at craft and hobby shops, DIY string art for adults is quite simple to create.
A piece of wood is needed for the back of the string wall art. This will be the background of the project, and nails will be pounded in with a hammer to match the outline design of the desired figure.
The string art design pattern will be securely adhered to the background with tape.
This page is full of patterns and designs that include holiday designs, objects in nature, letters of the alphabet, pets and much more.
Scissors will be necessary for cutting the chosen colored string, yarn or thread as well as for trimming the pattern to fit on the wooden background.
The DIY string art pattern or design is the most important part of the project. As you scroll down on this page, a wide range of patterns can be found. Some examples of string art patterns below include
- Holiday Designs: Choose from evergreen trees and holly for Christmas, hearts for Valentine’s Day, and shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day.
There is even a cute bunny for Easter! And don’t miss the patriotic star for Independence day! Scroll down to see more holiday ideas, too.
- Natural Designs: There are DIY string art patterns for cacti, dandelions, pineapples, rainbows and much more. Check out the snowflake pattern!
- Animals: Scroll down for cute animal designs that anyone would love.
- Besides many more string art patterns for adults, there are tutorials showing the basics of DIY string art and just what you need to get started.
We also have great ideas for string art for kids!
Gather the string wall art supplies listed above and scroll down to find the pattern that calls to you. Be careful; it’s addicting!
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Simply follow the steps in this tutorial to make a patriotic star.
Craft Bits
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Do you like cacti? Then you will love this cactus string art craft. Check it out!
Make and Takes
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Follow the step-by-step instructions to make a fall/Halloween decor of string art candy corn design.
Michelle's Party Plan It
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A cactus string art craft with a free printable template
Spot of Tea Designs
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Here is a twist on string art with this String Art Christmas Tree made with wire.
Girl Just DIY
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Follow the step-by-step instructions to make small string art Christmas trees to hang on the tree.
A Beautiful Mess
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This Christmas Tree String Art is a simple piece of holiday decor that anyone can make with this free tutorial.
Artsy Fartsy Mama
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This string dandelion wall art is a simple project that doesn’t take a lot of crafting skills to complete.
DIYs
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Here is a free tutorial showing how to make a string art deer head.
Clean and Scentsible
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Create a farmhouse style string art with this tutorial.
Six Clever Sisters
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With man’s best friend in mind, create this string art "woof" sign.
Ammo The Dachshund
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This simple heart shape isn't a complicated string art. Tweens and teens will enjoy making this project to display in their bedroom.
Sugar Bee Crafts
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Watch the video and read the instruction to make a dreamcatcher with cord.
Craftsy Hacks
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With this tutorial you can make a bunny string art in no time.
Kara Creates
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This Easter Bunny, carrot & egg String Art craft included detailed instructions along with a FREE printable string art template.
Surviving A Teacher's Salary
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Looking for some cheap decor? This elephant string art tutorial is too cute and SO EASY! All you need is just a few supplies and some time.
A Crafted Passion
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This blog has a floral in a pumpkin string art that you will Love. Also made a “BOO” sign.
Sugar Bee Crafts
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This string art tutorial involves no hammering. Learn how.
Where The Smiles Have Been
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Halloween doesn’t have to be spooky! With this step-by-step tutorial, make a cute and whimsical string art of a ghost, bat and pumpkin.
Ann's Entitled Life
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The only materials you need are wood, nails, and rubber bands or string and you are ready to go.
Lil Tigers
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Make your own beautiful Holly Berry String Art with this step-by-step tutorial.
Ann's Entitled Life
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This is a beginner-friendly tutorial that will teach you how to make string art step-by-step and give you plenty of tips along the way.
WikiHow
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Here is an article on how you can create your own string art with an image.
The Spruce Crafts
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This fun string art tutorial is not a filled-in string art craft so it goes together fast. Add seasonal fresh or silk flowers for a one-of-a-kind decorating item for the home.
Sugar Bee Crafts
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This string art tutorial comes with a free pattern so you can get started and learn how to create a fun string art piece.
Chaotically Yours
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Display this whimsical holiday craft in your home by making your own Ombre String Art Tree with this step-by-step tutorial.
Ann's Entitled Life
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Pineapples are a sign of hospitality and prosperity. Enjoy this free pineapple string art craft.
The Crafting Chicks
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This pineapple string art is easy to make with a few supplies and is a really fun summer decoration. Just follow the video tutorial.
Sisters What
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A string art pumpkin project is a simple craft to make and will add the perfect pop of fall to your table or mantel!
Ideas for the Home by Kenarry
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Want a fun craft for St. Patrick's Day? Here is a rainbow string art tutorial.
Sunshine and Munchkins
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Which Way Please? Here is a cute rustic string art project which shows the way. Free printable arrows included, too!
Dwelling In Happiness
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With this tutorial, string a Shamrock string art decoration for St. Patrick's Day.
The Kim Six Fix
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Make your own skull string art with this tutorial.
A Beautiful Mess
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Create a snowflake string art for this Christmas decoration with this free tutorial.
Craft Bits
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This simple step-by-step tutorial for beginners shows how to DIY string art with nails and yarn, cords, or twine. Includes patterns and ideas.
Feels Like Home
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Learn how to use small 3M decorating clips to make a wall string art.
My Poppet
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Learn how to make string art by reading this blog.
Creative Bug
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For a rustic, farmhouse, fall decor, try this string art pumpkin.
Live Laugh Rowe
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In this string art tutorial, I’ll show you how to make string art words that blend from one color to another.
Hey There Home
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If you are looking for a cute, fun and easy heart craft to do, try this heart string art. If doing with kids, let them work with thicker paper and a blunt plastic needle.
Reuse Grow Enjoy
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This tutorial walks you through exactly how to make a tree string art craft.
Erin Spain
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Here is a tutorial on how to make an affordable string art project of the United States. Use some old wood boards, some nails and crochet yarn.
Leap of Faith Crafting
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These wooden ornaments make an awesome craft for adults to make during the holiday season.
Homemade Heather
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