# DIY Scrap Mats The 'A Beautiful Mess' Braided Rug is a Funky Way to Spruce Up Your Abode By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-07-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-beautiful-mess-braided-rug References: [abeautifulmess](http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2012/07/make-your-own-braided-rug.html) & [facebook](http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Beautiful-Mess-Blog/179015645442533) This 'A Beautiful Mess' [braided rug](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-tradition) is a simple do-it-yourself project that can be done to spruce up your abode. This is especially ideal for those who have fabric scraps or old clothing that they want to get rid of. All that is needed to put these together is some fabric scraps, sturdy canvas, fabric glue, scissors, black yarn, Aerosal Polycrylic Protective Finish and some tape. Simply take the fabric scraps and braid them, then place some glue on the canvas and adhere the braids down, then tidy up around the edges, and you are done. The great thing about this project is that it is easily customizable to suit any [interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clover-house), and best of all, it's great for those who are on a tight budget but want to add some new style to their abode. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Home Decor:** Opportunity for disruption in the home decor industry by providing more DIY options like these scrap mats. - **Sustainable Upcycling:** The trend towards sustainable and upcycled materials presents an opportunity for innovation in the textile industry. - **Budget-friendly Design:** There is opportunity to disrupt the home decor market by creating stylish, yet budget-friendly decor options like these DIY scrap mats. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** This DIY home decor trend can disrupt the traditional home decor industry by providing more affordable and customizable options. - **Textile:** The trend towards upcycling materials presents an opportunity for innovation and disruption in the textile industry. - **DIY Craft:** Opportunity for disruption in the DIY craft industry by creating more sustainable and budget-friendly projects like these scrap mats. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Handwoven Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crate-barrel.md) - [Doll-Themed Washable Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-x-ruggable.md) - [Handcrafted Rustic Pillow Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-cover.md) - [Lifestyle-Themed Patterned Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quotidiana.md) - [Hand-Knotted Neutral Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-soul.md) - [Recycled Shoe-Made Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remix-maison.md) - [Eye-Catching Designer Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-rug.md) - [Dynamic Flatwoven Carpet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matter-colection.md) - [Dust-Based Soft Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/done-dusted.md)