9 Inspiring DIY Knock-Off Projects

Looking for some inspiring DIY knock off projects from stores like West Elm, Crate & Barrel, and Anthropologie? This post has 9 great ideas for you! 

For some reason, right around this time of year I always get a bit itchy for some new decor around my house. Everything feels so fresh and different with the new year, and that means I start thinking of how I can capture that feeling and transfer it to my house. I always find myself doing a lot of window shopping and dreaming of changes I can make to our home.

I love drooling over the gorgeous furniture and decor at places like West Elm, Crate & Barrel, or Anthropologie…but let’s be real – I can’t afford to actually shop for my furniture at those places on a regular basis! So, for a bit of inspiration, I decided to round up nine awesome tutorials for achieving the look on a small budget. Enjoy!

Home Decor Knock Off Project Ideas

{1} This DIY Anthropologie knife block from Bigger Than the Three of Us is such a great solution to the question of “how in the world do I store my knives in a way that isn’t totally ugly?” I’m loving how this looks, and it’s so simple to make!

{2} I created this DIY West Elm inspired tiled dresser a few years back, and it’s one of my favorite projects to date. It’s a little labor-intensive, but definitely easy enough for beginners to make. And, let’s be honest, it’s GORGEOUS!

{3} I’ve always had a major crush on this DIY West Elm inspired chevron bed from Jen Woodhouse. I love the texture the chevron pattern gives to the bed, and it has such a classic feel to it. I’d love a bed like this in my room!

{4} I’m always looking for new things for my tabletop, and these DIY Pottery Barn inspired placemats from City Farmhouse are stunning! I haven’t ever thought to make my own placemats, but what a great idea! Plus, they look simple to make which is always a bonus for me.

{5} Can you even handle how gorgeous this DIY reclaimed wood buffet from Place of My Taste is? I’m in LOVE. I also have to appreciate the fact that it’s an IKEA hack – basically my favorite category of DIY projects!

{6) I’ve always been in love with rope mirrors, and this DIY Restoration Hardware inspired rope mirror from Apartment Therapy is no exception. Gorgeous, affordable, and so easy – the trifecta of awesome!

{7} This DIY One Forty-Three inspired swing arm lamp from Deuce Cities Henhouse is so pretty! I always love DIY lamp and lighting projects, and this one is so beautiful.

{8} Y’all – this DIY West Elm inspired sharpie rug from Mountain Modern Life. Sharpie. Rug. Genius! I am so curious about this project, I can’t even handle it. What a great idea!

{9} And finally, I love this DIY West Elm inspired bench from Home Made by Carmona. The West Elm version is one of my favorite benches of all time, and this DIY is fabulous!

Are you feeling inspired? I am very seriously considering begging Corey to make that chevron bed for me! Amaaaazing!