They're free. They're fabulous. They come in every color of the rainbow and then some. They're available all over the place. What are these magical little things - paint chips! You might call them color swatches. You might call them color charts (like we do in the UK). Whatever, grab a pile the next time you're at the DIY or home store because it's time to learn some paint chip crafts.

1. Paint Chip Calendar

Via PAINT CHIP CALENDAR
A stylish way to organize your week. Better than a dry wipe board or regular calendar.

2. DIY Mobile

DIY Mobile Via DIY Better-Than-Paint-Chip Mobile
So many colors. So many options.

3. Ombré Chevron DIY Necklace

Ombré Chevron DIY Necklace Via twindragonflydesigns.com
An easy introduction to making your own jewelry.

4. Ombré Hearts Canvas Art

Ombré Hearts Canvas Art Via joann.com
Use a paper punch and do it in any color you like.

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5. Dream Catcher Mobile

Dream Catcher Mobile Via Unavailable Listing on Etsy
Seen on Etsy but an idea you can copy the idea for yourself.

6. Paint Chip Wreath

Via DIY project: Paint chip wreath
A simple way to inject color to a room.

7. Paint Chip Wallpaper

Paint Chip Wallpaper Via 24 Creative Ways To Decorate ...
So clever.

8. DIY Bunting

DIY Bunting Via DIY Garland Bunting: 25 Free ...
Now, who couldn't make this?

9. Paint Chip Book Marks

Paint Chip Book Marks Via Welcome to Scrappin' Cat's Creative ...
So many ways to make paint chips into bookmarks.

10. Handmade Card

Via handmade card 25 - Designer ...
Let your imagination run wild when using paint chips o make greetings cards.

11. Gift Tags

Via 26 Last-Minute DIY Christmas Hacks
And if you're making cards, make gift tags too.

12. Paint Chip Mobiles

Paint Chip Mobiles Via Wedding DIY: Chic Upcycled Paint ...
Easily made with shapes other than stars too.

13. Little Boxes for Jewelry

Little Boxes for Jewelry Via Clutter-Free Classroom: BOXES MADE FROM ...
Cute aren't they?

14. DIY City Skyline

DIY City Skyline Via Popular random on imgfave
Clever hey?

15. Paint Chips under Glass on Table

Paint Chips under Glass on Table Via Crafts & Activities | Babble
What a great way to give an old coffee table a makeover.

16. DIY Paper Heart Wall Art

DIY Paper Heart Wall Art Via 25 Teenage Girl Room Decor ...
Great idea for a teenage bedroom or dorm room.

17. Ombré Paint Chip Earrings

Ombré Paint Chip Earrings Via Ombre Paint Chip Earrings & ...
Never again be without the perfect earrings to match that outfit.

18. Christmas Reindeer Ornament

Christmas Reindeer Ornament Via ajflipitdesigns.com - Home
Make trees, angels, stars ...

19. How to Make Paint-swatch Organizers

How to Make Paint-swatch Organizers Via 46 Crafts Made with Recycled ...
A colorful way to keep your stuff neat.

20. Christmas Paint Chip Confetti

Christmas Paint Chip Confetti Via 18 Paint Chip Craft Ideas ...
Not just for Christmas. You could do this for weddings, birthdays, well any occasion really.