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20 Cool DIY Coat, Key and Towel Racks

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This post started with just one towel rack project. Then I found another, and then some cool coat racks… before I knew what happened there were ten awesome projects. I couldn’t stop myself! So many good ideas, so little time! So if you’ve been looking for some inspiration to make that awesome coat or towel rack, surely you’ll find something here.

Click the links below to see the projects that correspond with the pictures above.

#1 Baby Coat Rack
#2 Headboard Towel Rack
#3 Decoupage Kitchen Coat Rack
#4 Hook Boards
#5 Window Coat Rack
#6 Plank Towel Rack
#7 Mail and Key Rack
#8 Rustic Cabin Rack
#9 Cups for Coats
#10 Pretty Paper Coat Rack
#11 Drift Wood Rack
#12 Twig Rack
#13 Headboard Coat Rack
#14 Rustic Knob Rack
#15 Jute Ribbon Coat Rack
#16 Picket Fence Coat Rack
#17 Headboard Coat Rack
#18 Art and Hooks Rack#19 Vintage Shutter Coat Rack#20 Yard Stick Coat Rack

You might also like this towel hook rack I posted previously.

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  1. Thanks for showcasing our hook boards! How fun to come here and see something that we finished for a great cause. I will come back often! Thank you!

  4. Thanks for featuring my towel rack!
    I’m new to this site & can’t wait to explore it! Just at a glance I can already see I’m gonna love it!

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Building with Nature: My Experience with Natural Birdhouses

If you’re someone who enjoys DIY woodworking projects and has a soft spot for garden wildlife, Natural Birdhouses by Maria and Amen Fisher is a must-read. I picked this book up recently and have been completely inspired by the earthy, sustainable approach it offers to building homes for birds, bats, and even beneficial bugs.

What really drew me in was the focus on using found wood and natural materials—think branches, logs, reclaimed boards, and other bits of nature you can often source from your own backyard or a nearby forest. Not only does this make the projects eco-friendly, but it also gives everything a beautiful, rustic feel that blends effortlessly into any garden or backyard setting.

The book includes 25 step-by-step projects, all clearly explained and illustrated, which makes it accessible for both beginner and seasoned crafters. Even if you don’t have a fully-equipped workshop, most of these can be tackled with just a few basic tools and a bit of patience.

I started with a simple birdhouse design, using some weathered fence boards I had stashed in the shed. The instructions were easy to follow, and I was surprised how quickly it came together. Within a couple of days of putting it out in the garden, a curious little sparrow showed up—talk about instant reward! I’ve since bookmarked the bat box project and one of the insect hotel builds for next weekend.

What I really love about this book is that it’s not just about crafting; it’s about encouraging wildlife and creating a more natural, welcoming habitat right in your own yard. It’s a great way to involve kids, too—mine were fascinated by the idea of building a bug hotel and couldn’t wait to help collect materials.

If you’re looking for nature-inspired DIY garden projects that not only look good but also serve a purpose, Natural Birdhouses is full of ideas that check all the boxes. It’s creative, environmentally conscious, and a great way to spend time outdoors while giving something back to the ecosystem.

I’d definitely recommend this to anyone into sustainable gardening, backyard birdwatching, or rustic outdoor décor. Let me know if you give it a try—I’d love to hear what you build!