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The holiday season is more fun with a touch of creativity. Store-bought seasonal decorations can be dazzling, but there’s something extra special about filling your home with special holiday season pieces that you’ve carefully crafted yourself. 

DIY holiday décor saves money and adds a personal touch that makes your space feel uniquely yours. This December, let’s deck the halls with glorious DIY holiday decorations that are fun to make, budget-friendly, and fabulously festive.

Handmade wreaths

You don’t have to buy a wreath for your front door. You can create your own using natural or recycled materials.

• Use evergreen branches, pinecones and berries for a rustic look. You can find these at plant nurseries and stores like Canadian Tire.
• Wrap a wire frame with ribbon or burlap for a farmhouse vibe.
• Add ornaments, bells, or even dried citrus slices for a pop of color.

DIY wreaths can be customized to match your home’s style. If they’re natural, they also smell amazing in your home or apartment hallway.

Mason jar magic

With a little imagination, you can transform mason jars into glowing centerpieces or charming accents.

• Fill jars with fairy lights for instant sparkle.
• Layer Epsom salts at the bottom of a jar to mimic snow, then add miniature Christmas trees or figurines.
• Paint jars with frosted glass spray and tie them with twine for a cozy lantern effect.

Cluster several jars together on a mantel or dining table for a magical winter wonderland scene.

Candle creations

Candles bring warmth and ambiance to any holiday gathering. DIY candle holders are simple yet stunning.

• Wrap plain candles with cinnamon sticks and secure them to the candles with ribbon.
• Use old teacups or mugs as quirky candle containers.
• Create ice lanterns by freezing water in molds with cranberries and greenery inside.

These projects are inexpensive but elevate your holiday décor with elegance and charm.

Upcycled ornament ideas

With a little creativity, everyday items can be transformed into dazzling tree ornaments and decorations.

• Cut old holiday cards into shapes and hang them on tree branches with loops or bows of ribbon.
• Use holiday cookie cutters as ornaments by wrapping them in twine or glitter.
• Fill clear plastic ornament balls with confetti, sprinkles, beads, or even handwritten notes.

These projects offer a great way to add a bit of personality to your tree.

Paper crafts

Paper is an incredibly versatile material for DIY holiday décor projects. Here are a few ideas to get your creativity flowing:

• Fold origami stars or origami snowflakes to hang from the ceiling.
• Create paper chains in festive colors to drape across mantels.
• Craft 3D paper Christmas trees for tabletops or shelves.

Best of all, these projects are affordable and perfect for family crafting nights.

Natural décor

Bring the outdoors inside with decorations made from natural elements.

• Dry orange slices in the oven and string them into garlands.
• Use cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise for fragrant ornaments.
• Gather pinecones, spray them with metallic paint, and place them in bowls or baskets.

The best part of crafts like this is the wintery smell!

Festive garlands

Garlands are versatile decorations that can be draped across staircases, mantels, or windows.

• String popcorn and cranberries for a traditional garland.
• Use felt or fabric scraps to cut out shapes like stars or trees.

Garlands scream holiday season, not matter what they’re made of.

Cozy corner displays

Sometimes the best decorations are small vignettes tucked into corners of your home.

• Arrange a tray with candles, pinecones, and ornaments.
• Set up a miniature village using cardboard houses and fairy lights.
• Create a “hot cocoa station” with mugs, jars of cocoa mix, and candy canes.

Adding vignettes like this adds holiday flare to your home without taking up too much space.

Kid-friendly crafts

DIY holiday décor is even more fun when kids get involved.

• Make salt dough ornaments they can paint.
• Craft paper snowflakes to tape on windows.
• Create handprint wreaths using paint and construction paper.

Holiday crafting is even more fun and memorable when littles get involved.

Skip the crowded stores and embrace the joy of making your own holiday decor this year. DIY holiday decorations can help you create memories and fill your home with the beauty of the holiday season. Each piece tells a story and adds a personal touch. 

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