# Crafty Straw Wall Decals This DIY Straw Backdrop Turns Simple Drink Accessories into Pieces of Art By Tana Makmanee | Published 2014-02-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straw-backdrop References: [greenweddingshoes](http://greenweddingshoes.com/diy-straw-backdrop/) If you are in the mood to get a little crafty with your interior decor then you'll absolutely adore this DIY Straw Backdrop tutorial, which showcases how you can easily turn simple [drinking utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-up-straw) into wonderfully abstract art pieces. While straws are ordinarily associated with sipping drinks and beverages, this creative tutorial showcases how you can easily utilize these accessories to create wonderfully customized [pieces of home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-interior-accents). Simply requiring some plastic straws, [spray paint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glasst), string and some clips, this Straw Backdrop showcases how a little imagination and ordinary materials can serve to make a visually compelling piece of artistic decor. Featured on the site 'Green Wedding Shoes,' this DIY Straw Backdrop activity will definitely add an artistically unique touch to any ordinary home decor setting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Home Decor:** Discover how to transform ordinary materials into visually compelling pieces of artistic decor for your home. - **Upcycling:** Learn how to repurpose simple objects, like plastic straws, into unique and creative decorations. - **Abstract Art:** Explore the trend of using abstract designs to add a touch of artistic flair to your living space. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Craft and DIY:** Find opportunities to create and sell DIY home decor tutorials and supplies. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Explore ways to incorporate upcycling and sustainable materials into home decor products. - **Art and Design:** Tap into the market of consumers looking for unique and visually compelling art pieces for their homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Packaging-Inspired Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-milk-vase.md) - [Folk Art-Inspired Wallpapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backdrop.md) - [Pixelated Toy-Like Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litebrite-pop-wow-wall-art.md) - [Renter-Friendly Wallpaper Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renter-friendly-wallpaper.md) - [Crystal Floral Arrangement Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-crystal-floral-kits.md) - [Nature-Inspired Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-power-moss-wall-art.md) - [Customizable Kids Wall Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doodleface.md) - [Removable Stained Glass Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stained-window-decals.md) - [Leftover Househouse Paint Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-drop.md)