Here's How You Can DIY A Stunning Textured Vase Using A Few Low-Cost Supplies

Luxe-looking home décor doesn't always have to have a high price tag. This includes vases, which can be used for everything from holding flowers to just adding texture to rooms when styled completely empty on a shelf or table. If you are looking for a high-end vase that you can create yourself, Dollar Tree is the haven for inexpensive supplies for ingenious DIY projects that often costs less than $5 to make. This means that these projects are perfect for decorating your space on a budget and creating completely customized pieces. YouTube DIYer BudgetFriendlyCreations recently showed off how she created a luxurious vase that rivals pricey home décor retailer options with just a clear Dollar Tree Clear Glass Cylinder Vase, spray paint, a Readi-Board White Foam Board, and gold foil (like the Generic 100 Sheets Imitation Gold Leaf on Amazon). The result is glamorous glassware that looks much more expensive than it is.

This DIY stylish vase is ideal to add some gold finish in your home décor. It would look lovely filled with flowers or greenery on a mantle or as part of a stunning centerpiece for any occasion. Or, fill it with some stones or pebbles and add a faux votive candle for a soft glow. These pieces are inexpensive to make, which means you can create several in different sizes or shapes from thrifted items or other glass containers in various sizes from Dollar Tree. Since it uses smaller pieces, this DIY is also a great chance to use up foam board leftovers from other projects.

To create this glamorous piece, begin by wrapping your foam around the vase and then cut it down to size with a utility knife to create a curved design. Creating creases on the back of the foam board with a straight edge or the edge of your scissors will make it easier to mold. Peel off any paper coating on the foam board and just leave the inner foam that is more textured and porous. To make sure you have a clean surface, wash the vase with soap and water and get rid of any sticker residue. Using spray paint, coat the inside (or outside) of the vase until it's solid. You can use dramatic black, choose another color, or even skip this step and leave it clear. Next, lightly coat the foam in gold spray paint, which will soak in and create a lovely mottled effect. Once dry, apply gold foil around the edges of the foam with glue (applied with a small paintbrush) to add additional texture.

To finish, wrap the foam around the vase again and secure it firmly in place with a tacky adhesive like Fix All Super Glue Adhesive or E6000. While YouTuber BudgetFriendlyCreations uses the foam in a wave pattern around the glass, you can create curves and swoops of foam or use more specific shapes like hearts, florals, or botanical motifs that stand by themselves or wrap around. Add additional elements like crystals, charms, shells, or other decorative bits to the foam or glass with a hot glue gun to add more texture and interest.