Give your home a warm and cozy rustic makeover for the holidays with these DIY rustic Christmas decorations.
Deck your halls with the cozy charm home on a budget with these DIY Christmas decorations. There are both indoor and DIY outdoor Christmas decorations to choose from.
From rustic Christmas wreath ideas to Christmas centerpieces, there is a sleigh full of Christmas crafts to bring some old-fashioned holiday spirit to every corner of your home. Whether you are looking for Christmas mantel decor ideas or Christmas porch decorations, there are plenty of rustic decorations for inspiration that will transform your home into a winter wonderland – both inside and out!
These DIY projects are made with natural elements like pine cones, burlap, scrap wood, and evergreen branches that blend seamlessly with the rustic charm style and can be made for a fraction of the cost of store-bought holiday decorations. These rustic home decor ideas make festive and fun Christmas wood crafts and Christmas crafts for adults.
So grab your glue gun and crafting supplies, and let’s turn your home into a rustic holiday wonderland one project at a time!
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Indoor Rustic Christmas Decorations
Wall Art and Decor Ideas
Winter Woodland Sign from Blooming Homestead
DIY Light Up Sign from The American Patriette
Joy Wall Art from Ana White
Ribbon Star Wall Decor from Beyond the Picket Fence
Rustic Pallet Christmas Tree from Her Tool Belt
Wall Mounted Advent Calendar from The DIY Dreamer
Deer Head String Art from Clean and Sensible
Reindeer Wall Art from DIY Network
Candles & Centerpieces
Mini Trees in a Box from The North End Loft
Snowy Pinecone Luminaries from Crafts by Amanda
Snowy Mason Jar from Deco Art
Rustic Mason Jars (source unknown)
Burlap Evergreen Candle (source unknown)
Wine Bottle Candle Decorations (source unknown)
wine glass bottles + white taper candles + twine + pine twigs
Wood Candle Holders from Marty’s Musings
Holiday Log Table Decorations from Jenna Burger
DIY Pallet Wood Centerpiece Box from A Night Owl
Holiday Centerpiece from Shanty 2 Chic
Cinnamon Stick Candle (source unknown)
Stick Candle Decorations (source unknown)
glass candleholder + small pillar candle + sticks
Pinecone and Fairy Lights Vases (source unknown)
Lighted Branch Rustic Vases (source unknown)
Mantel Decor Ideas
Natural Mantel from The Lily Pad Cottage
Woodland Mantel from Cherished Bliss
White Rustic Mantel from The Lily Cottage
Cozy Elegant Mantel from All Things Beautiful
O Come Let Us Adore Him Mantel from The Kim Six Fix
Cozy Country Holiday Mantel from Love Create Celebrate
Brown and Red Reindeer Mantel Decorations from The Kim Six Fix
Lush Evergreen Mantel from HGTV (via Pinterest Video)
Glam Mantel and Tree Decorations from Yellow Bliss Road
Snowy Woodland Mantel from 2 Ladies and a Chair
Woodsy Mantel from Creative Ambitions
Reindeer Mantel and Let It Snow Banner from Brandi Sawyer
Vintage Holiday Mantel from My Blessed Life
Country Mantel Decorations (source unknown)
Merry Christmas Sign Mantel (source unknown)
Wood Sign for the Mantel (source unknown)
Wood Clock Advent Calendar from Thrifty and Chic
Noel Mantel from Time for Fashion
No Sew Joy Banner from Stone Gable
Other Rustic Christmas Decorations
Wooden Card Holder from Prudent Penny Pincher
Merry Mail Card Holder (source unknown)
pallet wood + wood stain + hammer & nails + wood glue + twine + clothespins + acrylic paint + stencils + ribbon
Wood Tree Decoration for the Wall (source unknown)
Pretty Burlap Garland Tutorial from Simply Notable
Lighted Burlap Garland from Create Craft Love
Wooden Nativity Statue Craft from Sugar Bee Crafts
Pinecone Garland from The Sweetest Occasion
Twig Garland (source unknown)
DIY Twine Balls from Splash of Something
Burlap Candy Cane (source unknown)
Photo Stocking Hangers from Shanty 2 Chic
Rustic Stocking Holder from Honey Bear Lane
Burlap Stockings from My Love of Style
DIY Ornament Tree Decorations from Shanty 2 Chic
Wooden Tiered Tray Decorations (source unknown)
Holiday Ladder from Craftberry Bush
Tutorial for how to make the ladder: $10 Blanket Ladder
Outdoor Christmas Decorations
Pallet Tree from Jolene’s Crafting
Reindeer Logs from Designer Trapped
Rustic Wooden Block Gifts from Daily Dose of DIY
Pallet Candles from Hometalk
Reclaimed Wood Tree from Funky Junky Interiors
Wood Snowmen Decorations from Crafty Morning
Fence Post Snowmen (source unknown)
Holiday Faux Planter Crate from To Work with My Hands
Scrap Wood Lantern Decorations from Diva of DIY
Mason Jar Lights from All Things Heart and Home
Galvanized Holiday Basket from The Polo House
Pallet Christmas Tree from Making It in the Mitten
$5 Wood Giant Star from Little Bit Funky
Outdoor Rustic Glam Decorations from Ribbons and Glue
Vintage Sled with Evergreen and Pinecone Embellishments (source unknown)
Pallet Tree with Ornaments from Buzz Mills
Wreaths for the Front Door
Burlap and Pinecone Hanging Lamp Post Decoration (source unknown)
Burlap Wreath from Love of Family and Home
DIY Burlap Wreath from What’s Ur Home Story
Snowy Pinecones and Berries Wreath from BHG.com
Twine Star from Lowes
Joy Door Hanger from 20 Northora
Rustic Burlap Wreath from Titi Crafty
Little House Greenery Wreath from Life is a Party
Easy One Hour Pinecone Wreath from Remodelaholic
Mason Jar Lid Ornament Wreath from Funky Junky Interiors
Wood Slice Wreath from The Frugal Homemaker
Rustic Christmas Tree Decorations
Dream Tree Challenge from Make It Love It
Rustic Tree Decorations from Kristine In Between
Woodsy Burlap Tree from The Lily Pad Cottage
Christmas Tree Reveal from Shanty 2 Chic
$30 Rustic Christmas Tree from The Crazy Craft Lady
No Sew Burlap Skirt from The Thinking Closet
Rustic Christmas Ornaments
Mini Deer Pallet Ornament from Love Create Celebrate
Rustic Scrap Wood Ornament from Dream Design DIY
Pinecone Bow Ornament from Make It Love It
Etched Snowflake Ornament from Design Mom
Twig Snowflake Ornament from U Create Crafts
Jenga Ornaments from The Crazy Craft Lady
Mason Jar Lid Ornaments from Clean and Sensible
Plaid Ornaments (source unknown)
plaid fabric scraps + foam ball + pins + red ribbon for hanging
Twig Snowflake Ornament (source unknown)
Rustic Flannel Star Ornament from Artsy Creations
Jute Ornaments from Diva of DIY
Chalkboard Art Ornaments from Clean and Sensible
Mini Woodland Wreath Ornament from Thrifty and Chic
Popsicle Stick Sled Ornament from Serendipity Refined
Glitter Twine Ball Ornament from The Thinking Closet
Clothespin Snowflake Ornament from By Stephanie Lynn
Twine Wreath Ornaments from Love Create Celebrate
Candy Cane Ornaments from Anna Wight Design
Glittery Pinecone Ornament from Miss Mustard Seed
Acorn Cap Ornament from Sweet Something Design
Music Ornament (source unknown)
Rustic Angel Tree Topper from Etsy
Stamped Burlap Ornaments from Bliss Bloom
Wood Star Marquee Tree Topper from Baby Savers
Patchwork Stars from Made to Be A Momma
Fabric Ornament from Shanty 2 Chic
Rustic Christmas Decorations FAQ
Here are some ideas to transform your home into a cozy country Christmas retreat:
Natural Elements are Your Best Friends: Start with nature’s bounty. Think pinecones, evergreen branches, holly berries, and wood. You can create stunning centerpieces, garlands, and wreaths using these items.
Soft Lighting: Soft, warm lighting is the heart of country-style decor. Use string lights, candles, and lanterns to create a gentle, welcoming glow. Opt for vintage-style lights or mason jar lanterns for an extra touch of country charm.
Rustic Textures: Add layers of comfort with rustic textures. This could be through burlap tablecloths, chunky knit throws, buffalo check pillows, or plaid ribbons. Use these fabrics for table settings, throw pillows, blankets, or even your tree skirt to add a festive, country flair.
DIY Decorations: Embrace DIY decor because it adds a homemade touch that’s perfect for country-style decorations. This could be anything from hand-made ornaments and simple mason jar centerpieces to scrap wood signs and DIY wreaths made from natural elements. There are over a hundred different DIY projects here for inspiration.
Vintage and Antique Accents: Incorporate vintage and antique items wherever possible. This could mean decorating with old sleds, vintage skis, or classic metal Christmas signs. These pieces tell a story and add a sense of history to your décor.
Color Palette: Use a warm and earthy color palette in your decorating. Traditional reds and greens are always in style but don’t be afraid to mix in creams, browns, and gold for a more subdued, country look.
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Chantay Carey says
I wasn’t into decorating for Christmas until I had my daughter 2 years ago. Thanks for the ideas. I can’t wait to make the house festive for her and get in the holiday spirit.
Pam says
May I please have the directions for the plaid fabric ornaments.
prudentpennypincher.com says
Hi Pam,
here is a tutorial that shows you how to make a plaid fabric Christmas ornament: https://www.onsuttonplace.com/diy-red-buffalo-plaid-christmas-ornament/
Maritza says
Nice
Nancy says
So many beautiful ideas. Thank you.