When most of us think of tennis, images of Wimbledon’s lush green lawns and elegant white attire come to mind, or perhaps the thrill of an intense match are what come to mind. But tennis can also provide great inspiration for home decor projects!
Here are a few innovative DIY crafts for tennis fans that will add a bit of tennis into their homes.
1. Tennis Clock
Tennis-themed wall clocks make an exciting upcycling project for fans and admirers of their favorite player, as it allows them to be customized using different colors and paint styles on its numbers. Even young children can participate in this easy craft project!
Create an amazing tennis-inspired wall clock using an old wall clock, CDs (or craft sticks), hot glue gun, scissors and a screw driver! Not only will this save space on your shelves while also showing your support of one of your favorite players!
If you appreciate minimalistic aesthetic, here is an ideal DIY project for you. This clock is minimalist yet contemporary with only three key ingredients required:
Wood bases for clocks can be purchased at craft stores or reclaimed from tables, benches and window ledges. Depending on your clock choice, additional supplies may also be necessary such as:
Electric drill: When working with wood or any material that requires drilling, be sure to have sandpaper handy for smoothing and preparation before painting or applying any finishes or paints.
Make an adorable tennis-inspired Halloween decoration using just a few supplies! Start with a black tennis ball and pipe cleaners; fold each pipe cleaner twice over and twist to secure. Finally, glue googly eyes onto the tennis ball.
2. Woven Racquet Wall Art
Old tennis racquets can often be found at yard sales and thrift stores, and their wooden frames make a stylish alternative to traditional picture frames. Take inspiration from Liz Gray of HGTV Handmade and transform an old tennis racket into wall art that’s both fashionable and functional by wrapping yarns of different colors around its squares to form any desired pattern or design. For an eye-catching woven effect use thick string by pushing it through each square (Images 1 +2).
This project requires some stitching, but is simple enough for beginners to tackle. Instead of traditional cross-stitching patterns like large ones found on bookshelves or table tops, this DIY racket art project uses chunky yarn wrapped around frame squares with an easy Swiss cross stitch pattern for quick and satisfying stitching sessions. When completed it creates an impressive wall art piece sure to draw compliments!
Used racquet presses make an ideal framework for cork tiles to create an amusing and special memo board. Simply glue ribbons along the grip of an old tennis racquet, weaving them through its grip to spell out words such as “Let’s Play,” or a player name on your team.
An old tennis racquet can serve as an amazing storage solution for jewellery storage, from hanging necklaces and earrings on its strings, or using it as a press to display sports medals and souvenirs.
3. Tennis Awards Shelf
No matter if they’re just beginning, amateur, or professional tennis players, these tennis gifts will surely delight them and their game. From coach approved trainers that’ll bring them up a level to trophies celebrating achievements both on and off the court – these presents are guaranteed to win their hearts over.
Upcycle an old racquet into an eye-catching display shelf using this ingenious hack, turning it into a decorative shelf for holding trophies and memorabilia. Its top features a vintage metal tennis figure while the bottom has been custom cut to fit snugly within the frame and features three copper-plated hooks ideal for hanging award ribbons and small purses.
At times it may be challenging to find space around the house for storing trophies and memorabilia, making this space-saving wooden shelf an excellent way to display them and maintain an organized and visually pleasing home environment.
This striking tennis trophy boasts a 3D sculpture of a tennis racket and net surrounded by sun rays – perfect for honoring all-star tennis players’ accomplishments and look great displayed on any trophy shelf! Additionally, this piece can be personalized free of charge so it can be given individually or to an entire team!
For coaches or all-star players on your tennis team, an engraved male tennis billboard trophy is an elegant way to express your gratitude. Available in two sizes to honor players of different ages and experience levels; its large version makes an excellent present; while the small one makes the ideal present.
4. Tennis Hanging Planter
Hanging planters add drama and elegance to modern decor, but Onelmon shows us how you can combine those traits for something truly original – creating an eye-catching Mike Wazowski-inspired planter! Follow her tutorial today.
If you’re searching for something different to hang on your front door, check out Anna Nimmity’s easy tennis ball wreath DIY project! Sure to impress sports fan guests when hosting parties!
5. Tennis Ball Headband
Your tennis player in your life can stay cool and comfortable during matches and practice sessions with this Court-Ready Cool Sipper water bottle made of stainless steel designed specifically to withstand the extreme physical demands associated with playing tennis – it is an indispensable addition to her wardrobe!
As an alternate option to the standard headband, try making an old tennis ball into an eye-catching headband! This DIY project makes an enjoyable craft project for children or anyone that appreciates crafting. Simply cut away any furry green material from the center of the ball, cut out a small slit in its center that doesn’t go too deep, and glue an end of a plain white clip to it for an adorable tennis enthusiast that also keeps their hair out of their eyes! This makes an adorable way to show your passion while keeping hair out of their eyes while showing your love of your passion while keeping hair out of their eyes!
If the person in your life loves monsters or has a young one who enjoys Mike Wazowski, this t-shirt by Cloth-ly will bring smiles! Featuring an adorable drawing of a tennis ball sporting an amusing mask face design sure to bring them joy!
For serious tennis lovers, giving a Gamma Progression 200 stringing machine as a present will help them advance their game by enabling them to string their rackets with appropriate tension themselves. They’ll be able to customize swing weight and twist weight settings, making this gift the ideal way to advance their racquet game and reach new levels! This gift will certainly be appreciated and used often!