What could be more cool and groovy than playing some tunes on your guitar? What about making some fun DIY Guitar projects?
We’ve found you 25 terrific projects to try, all are ideal for guitar lovers. Whether you want to make a gift for someone you know or something to treat yourself, you’ll find a great DIY project here. Start by making some guitar picks – they can be made out of so many unique materials, it’s simply astounding! Then move on to making a guitar holder so you always know where your guitar is in the house. Before you know it, you will have made half a dozen or so of these great DIY projects!
There are projects here ideal for beginners as well as for advanced crafters. If you are new to using a certain DIY material such as wood or fabric, try to watch some YouTube.com videos or ask a friend or family member for some additional tips if you want to know more beyond the project itself.
One of the best things about doing these DIY Guitar projects is you have the ability to totally customize things made for your guitar playing experience. When people listen to you play and sing songs, they will also see beautiful things that you have created, to enhance this music performance. Don’t forget the opportunity to make DIY items for fellow musicians you know who may not be as crafty, it’s a great way to make friends and get to know others.
So pick up your guitar and let’s get started!
DIY Painted Pineapple Ukulele
Music can’t help but be sweeter when you play it on a pineapple themed ukulele! A fun craft to make, especially ideal for summer outdoor parties where you want to add live music.
DIY Guitar Capo
This is actually easy to make and important to have on your guitar – whether it is missing or you’ve forgotten yours. A very practical DIY project for guitar players to have at their fingertips!
Located at Instructables.com
DIY Electric Guitar
An innovative craft for the advanced crafter – make your very own electric guitar! Step by step instructions on how to do it!
From RemoveAndReplace.com
Cheap DIY Guitar Picks
If you like DIY projects this is a great one to try when you play guitar. Give them to your friends and make your own for when you play too.
How to Make a Guitar Shelf
Love music? Add a stylish touch to your bedroom or the room your practice tunes in, with this unique guitar shelf.
DIY Guitar Amp
Want the ultimate sound from your guitar? Make a DIY Amp to create beautiful music!
From Instructables.com
Build Your Own Mini Amp Altoids Tin
Located at Mad-Science.com
DIY Guitar Amp Stand
Get your amp set up well so the sound is just right. This DIY Amp Stand project is perfect for your practice or garage band.
How to Make a Guitar for Your Rockstar
What could be more fun than air guitar and pretending you are an amazing rockstar? Make your little one’s dreams come true with their own toy guitar.
DIY Colorblock Guitar Strap
Make a stylish and comfortable guitar strap so it is easy to play your guitar anytime. This is a fun craft that even beginners can do.
Simple Elegant Guitar Stand
Look like a pro guitar player, with a guitar stand that has you ready to play at a moment’s notice. This wood DIY project is ideal for beginners or advanced DIYers.
From Instructables.com
Guitar Playing Stool
The perfect DIY project! Create a stool that you can play and sing tunes on your guitar easily, complete with a guitar stand.
DIY Guitar Case
The perfect project, whether you want to make a guitar case as a gift or to protect your guitar while travelling. This project can be done by beginners or advanced DIYers.
From Instructables.com
DIY Guitar Wall Hanger from Wood
Keep your guitar up and away from clutter and busy-ness of family life with this DIY hanger. Its easy to make and you’ll always know where your guitar is – ready to play!
Guitar Chairs
Get comfortable and ready to play some tunes, while sitting in your new, favorite chair. Did we mention that your chair is made from a guitar? Now how cool is that?
From Facebook.com (Alfonso De Marchi Scalabrio)
DIY Guitar Bass Pedalboard
When you play your guitar, you want the sound to be perfect. With this DIY Pedalboard, now everyone can enjoy your music!
DIY Toy Guitar Box
A terrific craft to do with kids or as a family, make toy guitars! Kids can have fun making musical instruments and then also playing music with them too!
Located at Instructables.com
Guitar Pick Necklace
This is a great guitar themed gift to give friends, family or perhaps your sweetie, for birthdays or holidays. A DIY project that can be done by beginners and you’ll get terrific results.
From Instructables.com
Guitar Planter
Have an old guitar? Don’t trash it, make a fun gardening planter out of it for your home instead.
Gibson Guitar Pick Bracelet
Keep your guitar picks close at hand and look stylish at the same time, with this fun guitar pick bracelet!
From VitariBoutique.com
Guitar Thumbpick
Play like a rock star with this comfortable and convenient thumbpick. You can DIY create a thumbpick, just for you!
From Instructables.com
DIY Tutorial Guitar Pick Necklace
Make a stylish and fun guitar pick necklace. Perfect for gifts for friends and family or simply to enjoy for yourself!
At Elfenhardd
How to Make Guitar Picks From CDs
Tired of playing CDs and want to make your own music? Why not make guitar picks out of the CDs!
From Instructables.com
Make Your Own Vinyl Guitar Picks
Remember music the way it used to be made – on vinyl? Take inspiration from records when you make music with your guitar!
Make Your Own Guitar Strap
Keep your guitar secure on your shoulder at all times with a great guitar strap. This is a fun DIY project.
From Bugaboominimrme