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HTML & CSS projects for beginners

For beginners, small HTML and CSS projects are a great way to practice, see quick results, and build confidence. These mini projects help you learn structure and styling without feeling overwhelmed.

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How to start your first HTML & CSS project today

Pick a project below that matches your current skill level.
Build it from scratch—don’t just copy-paste code. Make it your own.
Push to GitHub and share your work.
Iterate: Add features, refactor your code, try different approaches.
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Absolute beginner HTML & CSS projects

Start with single-component challenges that introduce one concept at a time. Build cards, buttons, and simple layouts while learning HTML structure and basic CSS styling. These micro-projects provide quick wins to maintain motivation while establishing fundamental skills through repetition and gradual increases in complexity.

Free+
QR code component
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
A perfect first challenge if you're new to HTML and CSS. The card layout doesn't shift, so it's ideal if you haven't learned about building responsive layouts yet.
Free+
Blog preview card
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This HTML & CSS-only challenge is a perfect project for beginners getting up to speed with HTML and CSS fundamentals, like HTML structure and the box model.
Free
Social links profile
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
In this small project, you'll build out your social link-sharing profile. You can even personalize it and use it to share all your social profiles!
Free
Product preview card component
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This HTML & CSS-only challenge will be perfect for anyone starting to build responsive projects.
Free
NFT preview card component
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This HTML & CSS only challenge is perfect for anyone just starting out or anyone wanting a small project to play around with.
Free
Order summary component
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
A perfect project for newbies who are starting to build confidence with layouts!
Free
3-column preview card component
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This challenge is perfect if you're just getting started. The shift between the layouts will be a nice test if you're new to building responsive projects.
Free
Profile card component
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This is a perfect challenge to test your layout skills. The card layout doesn't shift, so it's also great for those that haven't dived into responsive websites yet!

Simple HTML & CSS website projects

Progress to multi-section landing pages combining multiple components into cohesive designs. Practice responsive layouts, navigation menus, and consistent styling across pages. These projects demonstrate that you can build complete websites while introducing essential workflow concepts, such as file organization and writing reusable code.

Free
Results summary component
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This challenge has something for everyone. It’s a HTML and CSS only project, but we’ve also provided a JSON file of the test results for anyone wanting to practice JS.
Free
Recipe page
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This challenge will help you focus on writing semantic HTML. Ensure you think through what HTML elements are most appropriate for each piece of content.
Free
Testimonials grid section
- HTML
- CSS
2junior
This challenge will be perfect practice for anyone wanting to test their CSS Grid skills. Grid is such a powerful addition to CSS, so it's worth getting to grips with it!
Free
Bento grid
- HTML
- CSS
2junior
This challenge is perfect for testing your CSS Grid and responsive skills with this bento grid layout.
Premium
Meet landing page
- HTML
- CSS
1newbie
This HTML & CSS only challenge is perfect if you're starting to get a bit comfortable with your layout skills. The responsive layout shifts will also be a great test!
Premium
Typemaster pre-launch landing page
- HTML
- CSS
2junior
This project will be a perfect opportunity to put your CSS Grid skills to the test. The layout shifts from mobile, to tablet, to desktop will also be a nice challenge.
Free
Clipboard landing page
- HTML
- CSS
2junior
Put your layout skills to the test with this HTML & CSS landing page challenge. This challenge includes a design for hover states.

Why Frontend Mentor for beginner HTML & CSS projects?

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Portfolio-ready projects
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's a good first HTML & CSS project for absolute beginners?
Start with a simple component project, like our QR code or blog preview card. Avoid starting with layouts or complex designs; focus on getting comfortable with basic tags and properties. Your first project should take 2-4 hours and result in something you can see in the browser. The goal isn't perfection but completing something from start to finish. This builds confidence and reveals what you actually need to learn next versus what tutorials claim you need.
How can I practice HTML and CSS as a beginner?
The best way to practice is by building simple web pages and components from scratch. Start with basic layouts (for example, a single component or a card design) and try to recreate them using HTML for structure and CSS for styling. You can also use free challenges (like those we offer on Frontend Mentor) or follow tutorials to get project ideas and apply what you’ve learned.
Do I need JavaScript to build beginner HTML/CSS projects?
No, you don’t need JavaScript for many beginner projects. You can create plenty of websites and UI components using just HTML and CSS. In fact, starting with HTML & CSS-only projects is recommended so you can solidify your understanding of page structure and styling first. You can always add JavaScript later on, once you’re comfortable with the basics.
What do I need to start building HTML & CSS projects?
Getting started is easy. All you need is a code editor (for example, Visual Studio Code) to write your HTML and CSS, and a web browser to view your pages. No special software or setups are required. With a basic understanding of HTML tags and CSS properties, you can begin creating projects locally on your computer and see your progress instantly.
Should I use CSS frameworks for beginner projects?
We don't recommend using frameworks immediately. Master vanilla CSS first, even though it may be harder initially. Frameworks conceal fundamental concepts you need to understand, including the cascade, specificity, box model, positioning, and layout. When you do use frameworks later, you'll know what they're doing and can customize them effectively rather than being limited by their constraints.

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