Looking for budget-friendly nature crafts? These 17 wonderful things to make with rocks and stones are great for everyone – kids and adults alike!

Rocks and stones are one of my favorite resources for DIY projects. They’re interesting, unique, natural, and free! Rocks and stones can be picked up when on vacation at the beach or hiking on a trail, or even in your backyard. Below, I’ve rounded up some of the most unique crafts that use rocks and stones. Enjoy!
1 Rock Picture Frame

Tutorial: Mommy Moment
2 Rain Chain from Wire-Wrapped Rock

Tutorial: Dollar Store Crafts
3 Painted Rock Cactus

Tutorial: Craftberry Bush
4 Painted Rock Garden Markers

Tutorial: Adventure in a Box
5 DIY Stone Coasters

Tutorial: One Little Project
6 Stone Bath Mat

Tutorial: Tattooed Martha
7 Stone Sconces

Tutorial: The Noshery
8 Garden Rock Caterpillar

Tutorial: Nellie Bellie
9 Stone Table Runner

Tutorial: My Crafty Spot
10 Stone-Covered Birdhouse

Tutorial: Hobby Farms
11 Patterned Rocks Snake Craft

Tutorial: I Heart Crafty Things
12 Outdoor Tic Tac Toe Game

Tutorial: Atta Girl Says
13 Rock Dominoes

Tutorial: Repeat Crafter Me
14 Painted Rock Rings

Tutorial: Itsy Bitsy Fun
15 Stone Necklace

Tutorial: Crafts Unleashed
16 Painted Rock Photo Holder

Tutorial: Buggy and Buddy
17 Rock Fridge Magnets

