Do you love globes or are you always finding them in thrift stores? Here are 20 DIY globe projects that you’ll love – great home decor inspiration!
Are you ready to embark on a globe-trotting adventure without ever leaving your home? Welcome to the wonderful world of DIY globe projects! If you’re like me and have a soft spot for collecting unique treasures, you’re going to love this.
I’ve recently developed a fascination for globes—the kind you find at thrift stores, Etsy, or even gathering dust in your attic. There’s something magical about these spherical maps that just begs for a creative touch.
My love for globes began as a casual interest and quickly spiraled into a full-blown collection obsession. Over the years, I’ve collected everything from snow globes to ceramics, patches, and music boxes. But there’s something particularly captivating about these world globes that has me hooked.
They might remind you of an old-school library or your geography class, but trust me, with a bit of creativity, they can become the highlight of your modern decor.
The beauty of these DIYs is that they blend the charm of vintage aesthetics with the freshness of modern creativity. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to give new life to items that might otherwise be forgotten.
In this post, I’ve gathered over 20 brilliant DIY globe ideas that will inspire you to see the world differently—literally! From turning a globe into a stylish lamp to creating a stunning piece of wall art, the possibilities are endless.
If you stumble upon a globe that’s a bit worse for wear, don’t fret. These projects will help you transform even the most battered surface into something spectacular.
So, fellow globe lovers, it’s time to get creative. Whether you want to add a quirky touch to your living room or create a unique gift for a friend, these ideas have got you covered. Scroll down and let your imagination take you around the world!
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Amanda Hendrix
Gold Leaf
I have an obsession with gold leaf these days, so this globe is perfect. You'll use black craft paint too, and the gold leaf is really easy to attach!
Whether you are looking to incorporate travel inspired decor into your home or wedding, this DIY painted globe is a quick and easy project anyone can do.
Heather revamped her globe using some paint and a vinyl quote cut with her Silhouette. You can use any quote in any size you like that fits your surface.
Cut a hole in the top of the globe to create a vase. I like how Amy painted the globe to make it look a bit more abstract. It's non conventional, but it totally works.
Revamp an old globe and turn it useful with chalkboard paint. This project only cost $2, and if you already have the paint . . . instant decor on a shoestring.
Is someone starting a new job, or maybe it's time for graduation? This is a perfect gift idea for the next life chapter. This also makes cute nursery decor.
With some paint and the free printable Julie provides, you can turn an old globe into the Star Wars Death Star! Before it gets destroyed in the original film, of course.
Glue, glitter, and star cutouts make a beautiful mobile! This would look great in any kid's room. I'm also wondering what this globe would look like completely covered in glitter, including the ocean :o.
Jennifer got a damaged globe at Target, and made it pretty using paper punched circles. It's fun to use a variety of art techniques to make this project your own.
Alexis gave her globe a makeover using a Small World theme to go with her vintage Disneyland room. You can do this with a decoupage medium such as Mod Podge.
I love that Jessica personalized her project with sheet music and Mod Podge. The sheet music gives this DIY globe a vintage feel that would be prefect with farmhouse decor.
Cut your globe in half and add a handle: voila, you have a cloche to cover your food at an outdoor party! Plus this is so cool looking you can leave it out to display all the time.
Thanks for sharing these ideas. I have been collecting globes too and its fun to do something different with them once in a while. Here is a globe that I altered recently...
Mandy Kay Starner
Monday 24th of March 2014
Thanks for sharing these ideas. I have been collecting globes too and its fun to do something different with them once in a while. Here is a globe that I altered recently...
http://www.heyheymandykay.com/2014/01/chalkboard-globe.html
katie
Thursday 13th of March 2014
i love this round-up. We just got rid of a globe and now I'm sad because there are so many cool ideas!