Gather up some birch wood and make these 8 DIYs for your home

Beautiful birch wood is a great addition to your crafting table for many reasons. It's all natural, easy to come across, which makes it affordable, and it's versatile. It's also a pretty color and complements all types of decor.
1. Coasters
Slices of birch wood make for shabby chic, rustic coasters that look simply charming on your coffee table. Customize the coasters with paint pens or wood stain. Get the full tutorial here.
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2. Candle holders (h/t Life Over Easy)
Craft clever candle holders using birch stumps of varying sizes, then group them together for a cozy, eye-catching look.
3. Wreath (h/t An Extraordinary Day)
Brighten up any room with birch when you use the pretty branches for a unique wreath. Customize it as you desire and make it a seasonal decoration or an everyday piece.
4. Ornaments (h/t Home Remedies)
Use birch bark to craft homey-looking Christmas ornaments. These beautiful star-shaped ornaments lend a charming look to your tree or gifts.
5. Moss pots (h/t Urban Comfort)
Perfect for spring, birch-covered planter pots make a great home for bright green moss, welcoming in the changing seasons. These are beautiful on a table or outside on your patio or porch.
6. Vase (h/t Bless'er House)
Inexpensive but stylish, this birch bark vase lends an air of subtle elegance to any surface, or works well for a rustic wedding reception.
7. Lights (h/t Ruffled)
Birch bark lights are rustic chic, and they're useful for a variety of applications, but they look absolutely right at home decorating an outside patio for a garden party or reception, especially if the theme is 'woodsy.'
8. Stool
Need extra seating that will complement your beautiful wood furniture? Make a simple stool using birch branches and a round wood board. The blonde color of the board and the white birch bark come together for a look that’s light and airy while still showcasing natural beauty. The final effect is a handsome blend of contemporary and country. Get the full tutorial here.
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