DIY One-Of-A-Kind Wall Art For Your Home On A Dollar Tree Budget

Finding large-scale art on a shoestring budget isn't easy. If you want oversized, canvas pieces that are several feet in length or width, you might find yourself spending way more than you'd like, depending on where you go and what type of look you're seeking. But there is a way to get the large art piece you want without breaking the bank, and it starts by taking a couple of trips to the thrift store and your local Dollar Tree, according to Do It On A Dime on YouTube.

Kathryn from Do It On A Dime shows how you can turn shower curtains into pieces of art by stapling them across some oversized canvas paintings from the thrift store. You can find fabric shower curtains at Dollar Tree in a few different designs. This proves that stylish shower curtains don't just have to be part of your bathroom décor, they can also make an amazing conversation piece in your living room or dining room as well.

The YouTuber says one technique for making sure you have no wrinkles is pulling the curtain tightly along two sides and stapling, but you can also iron or steam your fabric shower curtain before assembling. You can also opt for nails or a strong glue if you don't have a staple gun. If your shower curtain is a light color that shows the old art underneath, you might want to cover the canvas with a coat of white or black paint or another layer of white fabric to mute the colors so they don't show through.

Turns out there are lots of ways you can repurpose a shower curtain to create custom art. You can modify this project even further by removing the old canvas and using only the frame to staple your curtain to if you truly want to complete the illusion that you've hung an original piece of art on your wall. Similarly, if you cannot find old canvas art at the thrift store but you can find old framed art instead, you can simply glue your shower curtain to the frame backing and place it back inside the glass. You can also opt to ditch the glass if you wish.

In addition, you can use a shower curtain for other parts of your home — so save those scraps. For instance, you can use an old shower curtain to cover a worn-out lampshade. You can also use one that is made with water-resistant fabric for outdoor patio furniture pillows or cover a corkboard with a shower curtain to make a stylish bulletin board. And if you're upcycling, as long as the shower curtain is clean with no stains, mold, or mildew on it, you can easily reuse the fabric in any sewing project that calls for it. Or if you'd rather buy one new and there's nothing at your local Dollar Tree that's calling to you, you can also snag a printed shower curtain for less than $20 on Amazon. This vintage-style floral shower curtain from Amazon is a little pricier, costing $22.99, but has the same pattern as Kathryn's — in case you want to replicate her moody look.