Ten DIY Christmas decorations anyone can handle
Skip the expensive store-bought decorations with the help of these easy DIY options
WITH Christmas just six weeks away, one needs to start prepping for family visits and decorating the house – which can be very expensive.
Listed below are ten simple DIY projects that one can start making heading into the festive season to save money.
Create an advent calendar
An advent calendar is one of the classic Christmas decorating ideas.
Start by spraying an old frame with a metallic base, then create tags using an online template for DIY Christmas decorations.
Mix in gold, silver, and neutral ornaments to tie the whole calendar together.
Create a candy cane vase
Christmas decorating ideas plus edible details make a perfect pair.
Glue the candy canes to the can, tie with a red ribbon, and fill with artificial poinsettias.
Make your own mistletoe
Felt, a fabric pencil, pearl embellishments, red ribbon, and a hot glue gun are all you need for these cute DIY Christmas decorations.
Cut out your felt mistletoe using a template provided and arrange pearls how you like.
Tie with ribbon and hang.
Place pretty pinecones
To turn pinecones into pretty DIY Christmas decorations, dip them in gold paint or use a mixture of water, glue and glitter for a sparkling effect.
Place on side tables or use to fill baskets and bowls
Check out a chalk ornament
These DIY Christmas decorations are great gifts that you can decorate differently each time.
Paint your plastic bulbs with chalkboard paint, let them dry, then start drawing your holiday decorations on them.
Have a hot chocolate bar
Grab your favorite hot chocolate brand and toppings, a clear mug or mason jar, and start layering.
Keep a few of these DIY Christmas decorations stashed in the guest room for visitors who stay with you during the holidays.
All they need to do is add hot water and enjoy.
Turn pillows into presents
This is one of a few Christmas decorating ideas that utilise things you already have – pillows!
Tie a bow around your throw pillows with holiday-coloured ribbons, and they’ll look just like Christmas gifts.
Add a rhinestone pin for an extra decorating kick.
Card display
Turn old Christmas cards into works of art.
Attach a card front to mat board using Spray Mount, double-sided tape, or rubber cement.
Trim to fit just a single card, or cover a large piece of mat board with multiple cards, and then decorate a doorway or tree.
Make paper angels
All you need for these DIY Christmas decorations are paper plates or white card stock, and you can make a full chorus of angelic little statues, a great decoration for a centerpiece or tree.
Light the driveway
Line a driveway, mantle, staircase, or the middle of your dining room table with homemade luminarias for a warm, Christmas decoration.
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