--- title: "13 Terrific DIY Trivets to Make ..." description: "Wooden Beads; Modular Felt; Leather + Wood; Crocheted; Knot; More ..." url: "https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/terrific-diy-trivets-to-make/" category: "lifestyle" last_updated: "2026-06-17" --- # 13 Terrific DIY Trivets to Make ... DIY Trivets are great projects for the kitchen. If you like having random handmade items in your home, these** terrific trivet tutorials** are for you. These** DIY trivets** are also perfect projects for those who have been planning to take better care of their counter tops and tables. Happy crafting! ## 1. Wooden Beads ![Wooden Beads](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/04/110-560x372_560x372.jpg) Most of the **DIY trivets** we have here are easy to make. This wooden bead idea is perhaps one of the simplest. [Tutorial](https://www.amerrymishapblog.com/2010/11/diy-wooden-bead-trivets.html) ## 2. Modular Felt [img.allw.mn](https://img.allw.mn/content/lifestyle/2012/04/2-560x376_560x376.png) Love piecing things together? If you do, this is a great craft project for you. You can use felt of different colors for an extra fun effect on your kitchen counter tops. [Tutorial](http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2012/03/make-modular-felt-trivet.html) ## 3. Leather + Wood _ The basic materials needed for these **DIY trivets** are wood dowels, drill, paint, and leather cord. To assemble your trivet, drill through the dowels, thread the leather cord through the holes, and make the handles. Done! Tutorial_ ## 4. Crocheted _ The tutorial below will lead you to the pattern for the flower trivet. Isn't it pretty? I bet these will make wonderful housewarming gifts. They can be stocking fillers, too, during the holidays. Tutorial_ ## 5. Knot _ I think this is my favorite among these** creative DIY trivets**. While I am not a fan of the white because it's dirt magnet, I think that this method is clever and fun. Tutorial_ ## 6. Wood Plank _ You can make a trivet using a piece of wood cut crosswise but this idea works, too. The great thing about this is that it can play host to several pots at the same time. Tutorial_ ## 7. Popsicle Stick ![Popsicle Stick](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/04/710_500x333.jpg) Hmm... I might just give this **DIY trivet tutorial** a go. I happen to have a gazillion popsicle sticks from previous projects and this tutorial seems a lot of fun to follow. [Tutorial](http://harmonicmama.com/2011/08/retro-popsicle-stick-trivet/) ## 8. Salvaged Stove Tops _ Stove tops can be fantastic trivets because they are of the right size. The next time you see discarded stove tops, don't hesitate to take them home to give them a new life. Tutorial_ ## 9. Kid Art ![Kid Art](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/04/96_475x316.jpg) Got creative kids? On top of displaying their work at home, you can also use their masterpieces to make **handmade trivets**. The idea after the link will show you how to create some with the help of tiles and Mod Podge. [Tutorial](https://www.prettyprudent.com/diy-gift-kid-art-trivet-2/) ## 10. Covered Bottle Caps ![Covered Bottle Caps](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/04/107_500x356.jpg) Got some bottle caps from when you tried these [bottle cap projects](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/beautiful-ways-to-upcycle-bottle-caps/)? Don't throw them away because you can still use them to make a** pretty DIY trivet**. The one shown above is covered with fabric but you can choose to cover yours with crocheted yo-yos. [Tutorial](https://sewtakeahike.typepad.com/sewtakeahike/2011/10/bottle-cap-trivet-tutorial.html) ## 11. Woven Selvage ![Woven Selvage](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lifestyle/2012/04/112_500x348.jpg) According to the author, this** DIY trivet** is "simple and lots of fun to do." I'm sold! I so love simple craft projects using scrap fabrics. [Tutorial](http://archive.poppytalk.com/2011/01/diy-with-bookhou-woven-trivet.html) ## 12. Rock _ There is a rock trivet photo floating around Pinterest; I'm sure you've seen it. The photo is from Martha Stewart but it doesn't lead to a tutorial. Thankfully, Leanne took a gander at the idea and showed us the steps. Tutorial_ ## 13. Felt Tree Stump _ Instead of using an actual tree stump, why don't you make a trivet using felt strips? I think this is a cute idea. I bet it's fun to make, too. Tutorial_ Aren't these** DIY trivet ideas** brilliant? Because I used our one and only metal trivet as a base for a DIY chandelier (I kid you not), I will probably try a couple of these** DIY trivet projects**. 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