Add some festive holiday cheer to your home on a budget this holiday season with these indoor and outdoor DIY Christmas decorations.
Deck the halls and transform your home into a winter wonderland without breaking the bank with this sleigh full of Christmas decoration ideas. From festive and cozy Christmas kitchen decor ideas to twinkling Christmas light ideas for your exterior, this merry-and-bright compilation of indoor and DIY outdoor christmas decorations will make spread some holiday cheer to all your guests, visitors and passerbys!
There are over a hundred easy holiday decorating ideas for every inch of your home that make great Christmas crafts for adults.
For your outdoor space, you will find DIY Christmas wreaths for the front door, yard art ideas, Christmas porch decorations, and Christmas door decorations that’ll be the envy of the neighborhood. From porch pots that bloom with holiday spirit to a DIY Christmas light ideas that will add a cozy twinkle to your outside decor, these DIY projects are not just wallet-friendly—they’re as fun to make as they are to show off.
For inside your home, you will find Christmas centerpiece ideas, wall decor, homemade ornaments, festive garlands, table settings and much more that will make your indoor space just as magical as the outdoors. Whether you are looking for farmhouse Christmas decor ideas or rustic Christmas decorations, there are plenty of different ideas for every style, theme and skill level.
So, grab your hot glue gun and crafting supplies—it’s time to deck the halls, the walls, and everything in between!
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Indoor DIY Christmas Decorations
Candles and Centerpieces
Snowy Mason Jar from Deco Art
Dollar Tree Snowy Lanterns from The Navage Patch
Peppermint Candle Tray (source unknown)
Snowy Pine Cone Candle Jars from Crafts by Amanda
Evergreen and Burlap Candle (source unknown)
Here’s how to preserve evergreens for decorating
Cinnamon Stick Candles from Front Roe
Mason Jar Candles from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs
Floating Candle Centerpiece from 33 Shades of Green
Candy Cane Stripped Candle Centerpiece from Ann’s Bridal Bargains
Snow Globe Centerpieces from PopSugar
Festive Candle Decorations from Passionate Penny Pincher
Lantern DIY Christmas Decorations (source unknown)
You can get these super cute lanterns at IKEA for $3.99
and just add holiday picks and ribbons for accents
Painted Mason Jars from The Frugal Homemaker
Winter Village Jars from The Idea Room
Santa Claus Can Centerpiece from Sew Many Ways
Quick Candy Centerpiece from Good Housekeeping
Christmas Decorations in a Jar (source unknown)
apothecary jar, pine cones, ornaments, faux berries
Dollar Store Winter Vases from Taryn Whitetaker
Ornament Centerpiece Decorations (source unknown)
Snowy Bottles Display from Cleverly Inspired
Joy Wine Glass Decorations
Wine Glass Snowmen Craft for Adults from Crafty Morning
Candy Cane Centerpiece from Living Well Spending Less
Farmhouse Pitcher DIY Christmas Decoration
DIY Christmas Tree Ideas
Tree Wall Decor (source unknown)
This one is perfect for small spaces and apartments!
garland, mini lights, small round ormaents, zip ties, mini lights, adhesive clips
Designer Dollar Store Tree from Saw Dust 2 Stitches
Burlap Woodland Tree from Live Laugh Rowe
Wood Tree Wall Decoration (source unknown)
Great for small spaces!
Easy Berry Tree from Sugar and Charm
Olive Bucket Tree from Cottage in the Oaks
Old Fashioned Garland Tree from Freutcake
Christmas Tree in a Vase (source unknown)
Buffalo Plaid Tree from Prudent Penny Pincher
White Snowman Tree Decoration (source unknown)
Simple Farmhouse Tree from Love Grows Wild
Modern Minimal Tree from Homey Oh My
Deco Mesh Snowman Tree from Crafty Morning
DIY Christmas Ornaments
Pine Cone Ornament from Make it Love it
Epson Salt Ornament from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Jenga Ornaments from The Crazy Craft Lady
Scrap Ribbon Tree Ornaments from Fireflies and Mudpies
Wood Bead Snowmen from Creating Me
Mini Gnomes from Ruffles and Rain Boots
Melted Peppermint Ornament from Hello Homebody
Scrabble Tile Ornament from Crafts by Amanda
Twine Ball Ornament from Thinking Closet
Mason Jar Lid Ornaments from Erin Spain
Salt Dough Ornaments from Growing a Jeweled Rose
Styrofoam Ball Snowman from Prudent Penny Pincher
Snowman from One Little Project
Scrabble Tile Ornament from Crafty Morning
Dollar Store String Ball from Coupon Closet
Wooden Slice Rudolph Ornament from Sugar Spice & Glitter
Baking Soda & Cornstarch Ornaments from Sheep Shop
Tiered Tray Decorations
Farmhouse-Style Galvanized Tray from Priscillas
Buffalo Check Tray Decor from Prudent Penny Pincher
Farmhouse Winter Tray from Clean and Sensible
Winter Village Tiered Tray from Hymns and Home
Santa Tiered Tray from Living on Cloud Nine
Christmas Wall Decor
Free Christmas SVG Files from Prudent Penny Pincher
Giant Craft Stick Snowflakes from Crafty Nest
DIY Wall Advent Calendar from The DIY Dreamer
$5 Giant Star from Little Bit Funky
Wall Tree Card Holder from Thyme is Honey
Gift Boxes Wall Decorations from Pretty Joys
Deer Head String Art from Clean and Sensible
Winter Woodland Sign from Blooming Homestead
Garlands
Make Your Own Garland for Less Than $5 from The Unoriginal Mom
Lighted Burlap Garland from Create Craft Love
Pinecone Garland from The Sweetest Occasion
Dried Orange Slices Garland from The Ginger Home
Pretty Burlap Garland from Simply Notable
Snowy Pinecone Garland from Town N Country Living
How to Make a Cheap Garland Look Expensive from Engineer Mommy
Gingerbread Man Garland from Lovely Little Kitchen
DIY Bow Tie Pasta Garland from The Gold Jelly Bean
Sugared Cranberry Garland from Freutake
Santa Reindeer Garland from The Proper Blog
DIY Button Garland from One Thousand Oaks
Christmas Table Decorations
Mini Stocking Utensil Holders (source unknown)
All you need is a pack of mini stockings from the Dollar Tree
Candy Cane Placeholder (source unknown)
candy canes, place cards, ribbons
Snowmen Table Decorations from Stager Linda
Christmas Tree Folded Napkin from Publix
Gold Dipped Holiday Glasses from Momtastic
You can get wine glasses at Dollar Tree
Santa Napkin Rings from The Cottage at the Crossroads
Candy Candy Place Card from Spoonful of Sugar
Dress Up Dollar Store Plates from Classy Clutter
Other Indoor Christmas Decorations
Dollar Tree Snowy Village from Confessions of a Plate Addict
DIY Christmas Lantern from Prudent Penny Pincher
String Trees from Make Your Own Zone
Twine Trees Tutorial from Hometalk
$3 Dollar Spot Pillow from Happiness is Homemade
Free Art Prints from Prudent Penny Pincher
Dollar Tree Duster Trees from The Navage Patch
Gift Bow Cabinets (source unknown)
bows and coordinating ribbons, glue gun
Dining Room Chandelier Decorations from House of Noise
Paper Snowflakes from I Heart Organizing
Faux Wood Book Stack from Burton Avenue
Falling Snow DIY Christmas Decorations (source unknown)
cotton balls, fishing line
Holiday Wreaths and Bows from Home Stories A to Z
Hanging Ornaments Window Decorations (source unknown)
assorted round ornaments, white curling ribbons, large bow
Easy Holiday Card Display from Thrifty Decor Chick
Snowflake Window Decorations from We Lived Happily Ever After
Giant 3D Paper Snowflake Pendants from A Piece of Rainbow
Peppermint Bowls from Princess Pinky Girl
Outdoor DIY Christmas Decorations
Wreaths and Door Decor
Snowy Woodland Wreath from Prudent Penny Pincher
Candy Cane Wreath from Rose Bakes
Buffalo Check Hoop Wreath from Domestically Creative
DIY Snowball Wreath from Daisy Mae Belle
DIY Berry Wreath from That’s What Che Said
Evergreen Wreath from Frugal Homemaker
DIY Poinsettia Wreath from V and Co
Burlap Holiday Wreath Tutorial from Love of Family and Home
Pinecone Cluster from Brown Sugar Toast
Red and White Yarn Wreath (source unknown)
Joy Wreath Tutorial from Renovated Faith
Jingle Bell Wreath from The Humble Home and Garden
Snowflake Door Hanger from Staying Home Sawyer
Holly Berry Wreath from Polka Dot Chair
Santa Tulle Wreath from Baby Rabies
DIY Wrapping Paper Wreath from Centsational Girl
DIY Burlap Wreath from What’s Ur Home Story
Tinsel Garland Wreath from Prudent Penny Pincher
Snowman Door Decoration from The Creative Stamper Spot
Snowflake Door Decorations (source unknown)
Front Door Wrapped from Nap Time Decorator
Winter Yarn Wreath from The Navage Patch
Yard, Porch and Other Outdoor DIY Christmas Decorations
Reindeer Logs from Designer Trapped
Plastic Pumpkin Snowman Decoration from Crafty Morning
Pallet Tree from Jolene’s Crafting
Festive Porch Light from Thrifty Decor Chick
Hanging DIY Christmas Decoration (source unknown)
Holiday Porch Decorations from One Good Thing
Festive and Frugal Porch from On Sutton Place
Snowman Porch Pillar (source unknown)
black and orange felt + double sided tape + fabric for hat and scarf
DIY Giant Silver Bells from Kenneth Wingard
You can get plastic flower pots at Dollar Tree for $1
Free Printable Luminaries from Let’s Get Crafty
Dollar Tree Crystal Bowl Topiary from Celebrate and Decorate
DIY Mason Jar Candles from The Inspired Room
Mason Jar Lights from All Things Heart and Home
Joy Porch Sign (source unknown)
Terra Cotta Decorations from Plough Your Own Furrow
Window Box Planter Decorations from Just Grand
DIY Starburst Ornaments from Listotic
Galvanized Buckets from Finding Home Farms
Giant Light Up Star from Little Bit Funky
Porch Poinsettias from Centsational Style
Traditional Porch Garland
You can get both of these items at Dollar Tree
Plate Lollipops from Smart School House
Santa Logs from Smart Girl DIY
DIY Christmas Decorations FAQ
There are endless possibilities when making your own Christmas decorations.
Choose Your Theme and Decor Style: Before you start, decide on a theme. Do you want a winter wonderland, traditional red and green, or maybe a neutral palette? Your theme and color choices will guide your material choices and supplies you need. You can pick a farmhouse style, rustic look or even a modern decorating style.
Gather Supplies: Search your home for everyday items to repurpose and upcycle such as old fabric, scrap wood, vases, mason jars, and ribbons. A mason jar can become a snow globe or a holiday centerpiece and old sweaters can be transformed into cozy pillow covers.
Nature offers freebies too, like pinecones, evergreen and branches. Then, hit up your local dollar store or craft store for glitter, paint, and other crafting supplies.
Start with Simple Projects: Easy crafts can make a big impact. Try paper snowflakes, homemade garlands of popcorn or cranberries, or even an easy wreath. For each project, there are countless tutorials online that provide step-by-step instructions..
Take It Outside: Don’t forget the outdoor space. Wooden pallets can be painted to make porch signs or Christmas trees. Also, you can add evergreens, ornaments, pinecones and branches to your urns or terra cotta pots for a festive porch display.
More Christmas Decor Ideas
- 50 DIY Apartment Christmas Decor Ideas
- 100 DIY Dollar Tree Christmas Decorations
- 50 DIY Christmas Wall Decor Ideas
- 150 Best DIY Christmas Table Decorations
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Debbie says
Does the Dollar Store have fairy lights?
prudentpennypincher.com says
Unfortunately, Dollar Tree does not sell them, but you can get them at other dollar stores like Dollar General for about $3-$4. Micheals also has them and if you stack a sale with a coupon, you can get them for around the same price.
Susan Gilligan says
I like making Christmas wreaths I have not made one in ages but I love ❤️ a few here and yes I would love ❤️ to know how to save money on craft stuff and what ever else I can save on stephy
Phyllis Stanley says
Wonderful thrifty…got the look without big price tag. Upscale look for sure❤
betty rice says
i like this a lot;
Anne-Marie Cosh says
Some really good ideas
Diane says
Lots of wonderful ideas