Give your outdoor space some autumn charm on a budget with these cheap and easy DIY outdoor fall decorations!

Refresh your outdoor space with some cozy fall flair-without breaking the bank! Whether you're sprucing up your front porch, lining your walkway, or adding cozy touches to your yard, this collection of budget‑friendly outdoor DIY fall projects proves you can create a gorgeous seasonal display without splurging. Think natural elements, simple fall crafts, and thrift‑store finds that transform your home into a welcoming autumn oasis.
Whether you are looking for fall wreaths, entryway decor, or lawn displays, you will find plenty of festive ideas that will be the focal point of your outdoor space and give you some fall curb appeal. These cozy DIY fall decorations will give your guests and neighbors a warm welcome!
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Topiary & Planter Decorations

DIY Outdoor Pumpkins from The Stony Brook House

Tipsy Pumpkins from Birds and Blooms

Pumpkins and Gourds Tree
tomato cage + packs of fake pumpkins and gourds

Fall Leaf Tree
maple leaf garlands + tomato cage + orange string lights

$1 Pumpkin Pail with Mums from Drab to Fab

Pumpkin Basket from Making Lemonade

DIY Concrete Pumpkin from Sprouts and Stuff

Fall Window Box Decorations
pinecones + berries garlands + maple leaf garland + mini pumpkins

Pumpkin Topiary from Me and My Crafties

Lit Up Pumpkins and Mums in Planters from Instagram

Pumpkin Flower Pot from I Heart Naptime
Fall Signs & Banners

Fall Festival Sign from Lydi Out Loud

Welcome Porch Sign from The Wood Grain Cottage

Outdoor Harvest Sign from The Magic Brush

Chalkboard Welcome Sign from Cottage in the Oaks

DIY Reversible Scarecrow To Snowman Pallet from 4 the Love of Family

Welcome Porch Table Decorations
banner + mums + pumpkins and gourds

Happy Fall Pallet Sign from The Magic Brush

Pallet Sign (source unknown)

DIY Chalkboard Sign from Shanty 2 Chic

Rustic Autumn Sign from The Frugal Homemaker

Outdoor Yard Stakes (source unknown)
stakes + wood post + outdoor craft paint + stencils
Fall Porch Decor Ideas

Tartan Blankets on the Porch from Stone Gable

Harvest Basket Decorations (source unknown)
bushel basket + fall leaves garland + 20 count string lights + $1 plastic pumpkins and gourds

Polka Dot Pumpkin Outdoor Fall Decoration (source unknown)
wide orange ribbon + small and large hay bale + two pumpkins + acrylic paint + stencils

Pumpkin Crate from Life as a Thrifter
You can get the crates for under $5 at Walmart or for cheaper at thrift stores

Maple Leaf Decorated Outdoor Lantern with a Pillar Candle (source unknown)

Crate with Lantern and Pumpkins from The Crafting Chicks

DIY Hay Porch Decor from The Crafting Chicks

Crate Decorations from Studio Gray House
To save money, you could even do drawers from thrift store instead of crates

Distressed Pumpkin Crate from Anderson and Grant

Fall Tub Decorations from Three Pixie Lane

Outdoor Harvest Tub Decorations (source unknown)
large galvanized tub + hay + pumpkins & gourds + corn + corn stalks

Harvest Wheelbarrow (source unknown)
Great project if you happen to already have a wheelbarrow

Overflowing Autumn Bushel Basket (source unknown)
assorted fake pumpkins + small bale of hay + garland + bushel basket

Mums, Pumpkins and Hay Bales on the Porch Stairs (source unknown)

Vintage Fall Porch from Our Vintage Home Love

Neutral Crate Decorations from Taryn Whiteaker

Neutral Front Porch from Taryn Whiteaker

DIY Marquee Light Letter Pumpkins from Kara’s Party Ideas

Harvest Wood Ladder (source unknown)

Fall Wagon Wheel Display (source unknown)

Wood Crate Pumpkins from Crafty Morning

Painted Wood Slice Pumpkins from A Night Owl

Harvest Rake (source unknown)

Corn Bushel Basket from The Yummy Life

Traditional Autumn Doorway Decor from House of Hawthornes

Pumpkin Topiaries and Cornstalks from Between Naps on the Porch

Vintage Harvest Front Porch Decor from Our Vintage Home Love
Shop the Post
Outdoor Fall Wreaths for the Front Door

Fall Gnome Wreath from Youtube

Dollar Store Fall Wreath from House of Hepworths

Cheap Fall Wreath from The Latina Homemaker

Easy Berry Wreath from To Simply Inspire

Natural Leaf and Branch Door Hanger from Studio Gray House

Autumn Hydrangea Wreath from It All Started With Paint

Rustic Grapevine Wreath from Crafts Unleashed

Wheat Wreath from On Sutton Place

Pinecone Door Decorations from Country Living

Witch Harvest Hat from Trendy Tree

Buffalo Check Hoop Wreath from The Pickled Rose
Other Outdoor Fall Decorations

DIY Wooden Pumpkins from First Day of Home

Homemade Giant Pumpkins from Crafting Doctor

Rustic Wheelbarrow from Home Depot

Fall Yard Decor Ideas from Town & Country Living

Corn Stalk Mailbox (source unknown)

Autumn Outdoor Decorations from The Seasonal Home

Fall Landscaping from Better Homes and Gardens (via Pinterest)

Mailbox Decorations (source unknown)

Outdoor Fence Decorations from Creative Cain Cabin

Pinecone and Burlap Ribbon for Outdoor Lamp (source unknown)
burlap ribbon + pinecones + floral wire

Fall Flower Beds from Tracy’s Trinkets and Treasures

Autumn Floral Lamp Decorations (source unknown)

Fall Lawn Display from Pinterest

Pumpkin Ladder (source unknown)

DIY Scarecrow from The Budget Decorator

Pumpkin Man from Jennifer Faris
More Fall Decor Ideas
- 100 Cheap and Easy DIY Fall Decor Ideas
- 100 Dollar Tree Fall Decor Ideas
- 50 Rustic Fall Decor Ideas
- 55 Best Fall Mantel Decor Ideas
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Sandra says
You’ve given me some great Autumn outdoor decorating ideas. We have several pallets, crates and ladders stacked out back, and now I know what to do with them… Thanks!
Sharon says
I agree and love the inspiration this post has given to me! Thanks for sharing!
Amber R says
Highest quality of compiled ideas I’ve seen in an online blog thus far. Heading out to make many now, thank you!
prudentpennypincher.com says
Thank you, Amber! I am so glad that you found ideas to make. Happy Fall!
Linda says
Cute, cute things!!!!!
Becky says
Loved it all !!
Ridley Fitzgerald says
You’ve got some great tips for decorating here. With Fall and Christmas just around the corner, I want to decorate our house with some new things. Going with a full wagon wheel with lights around it is great! I’ll have to look for one of those.
Plants Planet says
I love it when people share tips and ideas, thanks for sharing these outdoor fall decorations. These look so much adorable.
Kay says
Love them all !!