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35 DIY Christmas Decorations That Are Perfect For Your Family

Fill your home with beautiful and festive Christmas decorations with these DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations. Here are 35 crafts to make your family's holiday a little brighter this season, perfect for any outdoor space, from decks to patios. Add warmth and charm to your holiday decor with these Outdoor Decorations. From a paper wreath to a lantern tree, create an outdoor space that you or your guests will love! These DIY Christmas decorations are perfect for your garden or yard. You can make the best decorations for the holiday season, so you will have a great and beautiful Christmas for everyone who visits your home.

Easy DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations

Outdoor Christmas Decorations

You can never have too many Christmas decorations, and when it comes to outdoor decorating, that's especially true! Christmas is a great time of year—but it can be even better when you take your decorations outside for the holidays. There's nothing like the twinkle of lights on your Christmas tree to get you excited for the season. The best part is, if you're feeling crafty, you don't need to drop a lot of cash to put some holiday cheer outside: many of these decorations are made with items you likely already have around the house. Take a look at this list and see what inspiration you find! These homemade DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations will get everyone into the holiday spirit!

If you're looking for fun and easy decorating ideas, these 35 DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations will brighten up any yard!

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Benefits Of DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations

There are many benefits of DIY outdoor Christmas decorations. Some of these include:

  • You can save money by doing it yourself.
  • You will have a lot of fun doing it.
  • DIY Christmas decorations will be unique and creative. You can use recycled materials to make your Christmas decorations.
  • You can customize the decorations to fit your style and budget.
  • It's fun to be creative and make something yourself!
  • You get more satisfaction from making something yourself than buying it.

Colourful Outdoor Giant Lollipop

Colourful Outdoor Giant Lollipop

Fill a punch bowl with gelatin and food coloring, then place it in a prepared, clean sink. Pour fruit juices over the gelatin mixture and stir, creating your lollipop. Remove from the sink, set down on a plate or flat surface, and place another plate or tray on top of your lollipop mold. Weight down with water-filled cans to help form all sides of your pop-out candy. Create a lollipop display fit for your front porch with this DIY tutorial! Use party trays and bowls to create colorful, giant lollipops that are perfect for the summer. The kids will love helping out with this fun DIY project.

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Giant Foam Candy Canes

Giant Foam Candy Canes

The Jelly Belly Giant Foam Candy Cane is a great way to celebrate the holidays. Add some fairy lights, a garland, and festive decorations for a final touch. Your yard can never go wrong with these beautiful candy canes representing the shepherd's crooks. These giant foam candy canes will make your yard look like a fairytale. These shepherds' crooks are a wonderful addition to any holiday display and are a great conversation piece for your family or guests to enjoy. This would be so cute hanging on the porch in the pre-Christmas spirit!

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Present Topiary

Present Topiary

This DIY project is a great way to transform your home for the holidays. You can create a beautiful topiary that will impress family and friends with just a few items from your craft store and a little glue. There's no better way to express love than a DIY present topiary. All you need is a couple of boxes, wrapping paper, and scissors. Stand them up in a beautiful vase or place them on your table to create the perfect gift display.

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Pallet Christmas Tree

Pallet Christmas Tree

This DIY pallet Christmas tree will be perfect if you want to add a festive touch to your home and have some plaid lying around at home. The Turquoise Home will guide you on how to make one, and what we like about it is that it adds an element of creativity. You can create a unique, rustic Christmas tree for your home by following this DIY pallet Christmas tree tutorial from  The Turquoise Home. You can add a touch of personality to this project by using colored pallets or paint.

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Christmas Light Balls

Christmas Light Balls

Festive and simple, these DIY Christmas light balls are just the thing to bring a bit of home holiday decorating around the house. Made from chicken wire and twine, these curtains catch light from all angles to create a unique glow. These DIY ball Christmas lights are the perfect way to bring holiday cheer into your space. These light balls are easy to make and great works of art that will last all season long. These light balls are the perfect way to add that little something extra to your Christmas, giving a magical ambiance.

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Reindeer

Reindeer

Don't forget to make your Christmas complete with a Reindeer too. If you can easily access logs, nothing stops you from making one using this tutorial. It's time to add a new decoration to your yard! Santa's Reindeer will fit perfectly in any yard and is easily made with the Designer Trapped tutorial. Make your yard happy and cute with our adorable Reindeer with Santa. The best part is that they are not just cut out of paper but have their bodies and heads made of wood. It is a fun project for adults or kids to make together, and once the Reindeer is finished, you can use it as a Christmas decoration or even hang it on your porch during the holidays!

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Outdoor Crate Train

Outdoor Crate Train

This DIY outdoor crate train transforms everyday storage into an eye-catching focal point. It's the perfect project to repurpose old crates, wood paneling, and other reclaimed materials. Get your holiday decorating started with this DIY wooden crate train tutorial. Get creative with your holiday decorations and create a fun, easily-assembled train that'll fill your home with holiday cheer. Create a playful puppy-friendly home for your pup with this DIY crate train. Featuring durable chew-proof plastic, it's perfect for indoor or outdoor use and is easy to clean.

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Truck with Christmas Tree

Truck with Christmas Tree

 

What a fun project! Use your favorite truck to create a holiday decoration to get people talking. The perfect DIY Christmas project for men of all ages; this project is easy and quick but will make an impression on your neighbors when Christmas comes around. It's that time of year again! And it's never too early to start making Christmas decorations. This project is easy and fun and will help your man decorate his truck with a special Christmas spirit. This is an easy and creative way to decorate your truck. Choose a design and make it your own. You are sure to get lots of compliments on this decoration.

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Candy Cane Fence

Candy Cane Fence

Don't know what to do with those old wooden pallets after a project? Think of this! Transform them into the cutest candy cane fence that will wow your friends and family. This activity is great for the holidays or even all year round, so you will surely get great use out of it. Turn your fence into a festive holiday display with a candy cane fence. Available in two different sizes, this candy cane fence is made from real wood and painted to match your home's holiday decor.

Four-Foot Log Snowman

Four Foot Log Snowman

Get in the holiday spirit with this DIY four-foot log snowman, a project that comes together quickly and could become a favorite. Add some personality to your holiday decor with this DIY Four-Foot Log Snowman. This snowman's friendly smile leaves guests in good spirits all season long. Create a winter wonderland with this DIY four-foot log snowman. Full of fun and creative details, he's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. The perfect holiday decoration for your home, he also makes a great gift idea!

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Outdoor Joy Christmas Display

Outdoor Joy Christmas Display

Featuring all the decorations you need for a lovely outdoor Christmas display, the DIY Outdoor Joy Christmas Display is the perfect way to show your holiday spirit. You'll love how easy it is to assemble and place these seasonal ornaments in your yard. The tall flagpole features a jolly snowman, a cheery Santa Claus, and his reindeer friends decked out in their colorful scarves and hats. The tree is decorated with various ornaments, including baubles, candy canes, tinsel, and more! The joy of Christmas is overflowing in this DIY outdoor display. Decorate your porch with a dazzling display featuring vibrant colors and adorable fonts! The finished product will surely attract the attention of your neighbors, who will be sure to check out your holiday decorating skills.

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Concrete Gift box

Concrete Gift box

A great way to give a gift, turn your square concrete into a beautiful decorative box! This DIY concrete gift box makes a great stocking stuffer for the holidays. This easy craft lets you turn your square concrete into a gift box. Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind concrete gift box that is a great alternative to a traditional gift wrap. Transform your square concrete into a gift box, perfect for holding jewelry, keys, or other small items.

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Concrete Christmas Tree

Concrete Christmas Tree

This DIY Concrete Christmas Tree is a great way to bring concrete into your home. It's easy to do, and you can even customize your own design. The process requires you to mix cement and pour it into the hole of your styrofoam tree template. After it dries, you can paint or add lights and decorate it as you wish. This DIY is for all you lovers of nature who want to decorate your homes with something interesting that goes beyond the traditional. This concrete tree can be a great addition to your home and will add a pop of color this holiday season.

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Plastic Pumpkin Snowman

Plastic Pumpkin Snowman

This DIY Plastic Pumpkin Snowman is the perfect decoration for your indoor or outdoor Halloween celebration. This project can be done in two hours or less using paint, white tree branches, and plastic pumpkins. Have a blast creating a unique snowman decoration this holiday season with this DIY Plastic Pumpkin Snowman project! Use plastic pumpkin buckets for the body, then add colorful paint and tree branches for the eyes and mouth. It's easy to make, inexpensive, and can be personalized for any home decor theme. Those plastic pumpkin buckets are just begging to be decorated. This project from A Beautiful Mess shows how to turn them into cute snowmen with a touch of whimsy.

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Evergreen Gnome

Evergreen Gnome

Nothing is as wonderful as seeing a little gnome sitting on the front lawn that you have put there yourself. It adds character and adds a sense of belonging. This DIY project is simple and will take less than 2 hours. Also, this nifty little gnome can be used indoors or outdoors, so it's perfect for your patio or rooftop. Evergreen material is a must-use for this DIY project. They are easy to find, and you will love the look of your finished gnome. They make a good alternative to Holiday decor than artificial trees or lighted tree ornaments, especially if you don't want your kids to chew on them later in the springtime.

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Pool Noodles Lollipop

Pool Noodles Lollipop

What better way to decorate your pool or summer party than with a DIY Pool Noodle Lollipop? It's easy to make and takes very little time. Just cut these colorful pool noodles into circles, and attach them to string so you can hang them from trees or the ceiling. Rinse your pool noodle, then cut off the ends to create two equal-length pieces. Use tape and push your first piece of ribbon into its groove on one side of your noodle piece. Thread the second piece of ribbon through the other side of the groove in the opposite direction, starting at the same end where you started with your first ribbon.

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Evergreen Wreath

Evergreen Wreath

Add a touch of color to your winter home with this DIY Evergreen Wreath! Choose the perfect table centerpiece for your holiday season. Wreaths don't need to be elaborate to be beautiful. You can make this simple wreath with materials you already have on hand or pick it up at your local craft store. The tutorial has a few easy steps to ensure you get the look right every time. This is one of those projects that can also be used as a centerpiece! This easy and lovely project will have you feeling festive in no time.

Christmas Ball Wreath

 

Christmas Ball Wreath

Get festive with this colorful Christmas Ball Wreath! It's easy to create and will make your home feel extra merry all season long. First, use a ring base to align all of your balls on the wreath's ring for this project. Arrange each ball and make sure they complement each other so that your finished wreath will be even better. Create a wreath for your front door with our DIY Christmas Ball Wreath kit, including a wooden ring and floral wire. This fun project is easy to complete and will create a beautiful, custom look for the holidays.

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Wood Block Snowman

 

Wood Block Snowman

This DIY is super easy; you can make it with a couple of simple materials. All you need is a woodblock, paint, and paintbrushes. Create your own goofy snowman using a block of wood and a few supplies. Use white spray paint to paint the snowman's face, fabric, and rope to recreate the hat, and have fun with it! This DIY snowman is so easy to make! You need a wooden block, two wool balls, white spray paint and some cotton for the scarf. Paint the entire surface of both blocks white, leave them to dry, and spray on details like eyes, mouth, and nose using a black permanent marker.

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Santa Logs

Santa Logs

You won't miss the fun and easy Christmas craft ideas in this Santa Logs DIY. Kids will love making this adorable home decor item, and it's sure to bring some holiday spirit into your home! Santa Claus is one of the most beloved characters in history. All children wait for Santa Claus to come on Christmas Day with gifts. This project is easy to make and entertaining for adults as well. Your little ones will enjoy this brightly-colored Santa log every Christmas. You can make a Santa log for your Christmas tree or any gift! The process is quick and easy, especially if you have kids who enjoy being involved.

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Lighted PVC Candy Cane

 

Lighted PVC Candy Cane

This DIY-lighted candy cane is full of holiday cheer. With only one store-bought item, you can have a giant, colorful, festive project for your home! This giant candy cane is made from PVC pipe and lights up, so it is easy to see at night. Take your candy cane tradition to the next level with this DIY Giant Candy Cane out of PVC pipe. Not only is it easy to make, but it's also very economical because the materials are inexpensive and easy to find in any home improvement store. With four sections that can be painted in different colors, it's a great way to add fun design elements to your yard and celebrate Christmas.

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Outdoor Christmas Sign

 

Outdoor Christmas Sign

This DIY outdoor Christmas sign is perfect for the holidays! With such a simple design, you can personalize your own phrase and place it outside your door. This beautiful DIY Outdoor Christmas Sign will help welcome guests into your home this Christmas. It can be used for either a front door or to hang outside on the side of your home, in the garden, or wherever you desire. You can also personalize the saying on your sign to make it even more special. This is a lovely DIY Christmas project, and you can use it yearly. You still have time to make your own, but if you don't have time for this DIY or need a Christmas gift idea for a neighbor or friend, visit our shop.

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Wrapped Door

Wrapped Door

Looking for a fun way to get ready for the holidays? Try wrapping a door. There are many different ways to do it, and we've got all the tools you need right here at your local hardware store. You can even use regular wrapping paper or make your own printable templates; there are many options! Create the ultimate door in your home this season with our DIY-wrapped door. You can decorate it with colorful wrapping or any paper of your choice. The design possibilities are endless as you decide how to wrap your door.

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Paper Plate Lollipop

 

Paper Plate Lollipop

Paper plate lollipops are a fun, easy, and inexpensive celebration. You can create various designs with just a few simple materials. Mix and match colors and patterns to match the party theme! It is easy; you'll want to make them for every occasion. It's easy to make a lollipop at home—and even cooler looking than store-bought ones. Get a paper plate and paint different designs on it with edible markers or food coloring. You can also use something like a hole puncher to make holes in the plate. Take one or two lollipops, insert them into each hole, and voila! You have pretty paper plates you can use as decoration for your party.

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Pallet Tree with Ornaments

 

Pallet Tree with Ornaments

This DIY pallet tree with ornaments is great for any room in your house, including the kids' room. The lights make it extra festive, but you can use tape to fill in the outlines if you don't have enough lights. This is a great idea for using your old recycled pallets. You can make a tree of any size, but this one is right to be used on most mantles. If you want to add it to a dining table or other space, no problem! Just use the lights and decorate with any holiday ornaments you have around.

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Giant Christmas Ornament

 

Giant Christmas Ornament

Give your Christmas tree a touch of fun with these festive DIY ornaments made from cans and light globes. They'll sit pretty on the snow. Create these DIY ornaments by modding old tuna cans and light globes, then spray painting them matte black! With a little glitter glue and glow-in-the-dark paint, these beauties will add ambiance to your Christmas tree–or make great gifts for friends. These DIY ornaments are perfect for adding a little Christmas cheer to your home. With just a few supplies, you'll have artwork that will light up your tree and bring the holiday spirit.

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Twine/Yarn Wreath

 

 

Twine/Yarn Wreath

Create this unique wall hanging in your own home. Start with a base, then thread twine/yarn through it to create your own design and easy decor that stays on the wall. Wreaths are perfect for adding color, texture, and a little something extra to your door! This DIY Twine/Yarn Wreath is super easy to make and will match any decor. This DIY-inspired yarn wreath is an ideal addition to your home's decor. You can make it any color and hang it outside or inside your door.

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Christmas Door Swag Decoration

 

Christmas Door Swag Decoration

You don't need to buy Christmas door swag anymore because you can make yours with this step-by-step guide from DIY. The instructions walk you through all the materials and tools you will need, how many steps it takes, how long it should take, and where to attach it for a tidy finish. In addition, scroll down for even more ideas on how to get into the holiday spirit! You can make your own Christmas door swag for less than $4. This DIY Christmas Door Swag Ornament is so easy to make that you'll have plenty of time before Christmas morning to open presents.

Square Pine Cone Wreath

 

 

Square Pine Cone Wreath

A fun and easy craft that can be completed in less than an hour. You'll only need a few things, but you can have fun recreating this for many years! These DIY plastic ball ornaments will brighten up your home this holiday season! Recycle old plastic bottles and use pine cones to create these wonderful decorations. You can choose to make these triangular, circular, or any other shape you want. You can also get creative and color your pine cones with spray paint!

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Plastic Ball Ornaments

 

 

Plastic Ball Ornaments

Invite the beauty of holiday decor and bring it to your home with a DIY plastic ball ornament. With this easy project, you can create an ornament that reflects your own personality. These DIY plastic ball ornaments are the perfect way to add sparkle to your holiday décor. Use holiday fabric, ribbon, and embellishments of choice to make these simple but beautiful holiday decorations. This is the perfect DIY for crafting enthusiasts. You can get creative and make these ornaments stand out by placing the fabric in a way that highlights the design. You can also add decorative elements such as glitter or sequins to give it a festive look.

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Red Wood Stars

Red Wood Stars

This will be a great project if you have scrap wood at home. Besides, the stars can be used as Christmas decorations or wall hanging during or after the season. These diy red wooden stars are easy to make and look beautiful. If you have scrap wood lying around at home, you can use that to make these fabulous stars. You need a different sizes of nails to make these beauties, which can be easily found in your local hardware store. These woodcraft ideas are excellent for adding a rustic touch to your holiday décor.

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Tiny Christmas Wreath

Tiny Christmas Wreath

This DIY wreath does not require much effort or resources; it takes five minutes to make one wreath ornament. Nestle has a small wired pine garland, jewelry pliers, and metal rings all at once. Then add gold jump rings with charms for the final touch. Making a DIY pine wreath ornament is fun and easy. You need a tiny wired pine garland, jewelry pliers, metal rings, gold jump rings, charms, and a fishing line. This DIY wreath does not require much effort or resources; it takes five minutes to make one wreath ornament. The project is also perfect for kids who can learn needlework simultaneously!

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White Pine Cone With Ribbon

 

White Pine Cone With Ribbon

You will love making these pinecone Christmas ornaments! They are simple, easy to make, and look great on a Christmas tree. It is also easy to change the color of your ribbon to match your decor. This simple Christmas decoration can spruce up your house in no time. Spray paint your pinecone, and use glue or a hot gun to attach the twine. Finally, add a bow. You will find a lot of different decorations at the store, but if you use an old tree cone, it is a fun and easy project to make your own. You can buy spray paint that works with natural materials, or if you want a colored yarn, you will have to choose one compatible with your fork's color and its natural structure.

Christmas Lightbox

 

Christmas Lightbox

DIY Lightbox is perfect for any dark corner of the house. Made from cardboard, it is easy to make and costs less than $10! This easy-to-make Christmas Lightbox is the perfect way to spread holiday cheer. You can hang it in your home or office and fill it with photos or mementos from the season. The only things you will need are some clear or colored glass beads, a box, and some tape. Add a little extra magic to your home this Christmas by making your own lightbox. These are great to display at night or hang in trees for any extra sparkle!

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Ornament Topiary

Ornament Topiary

This DIY easy-to-make topiary is a fun and festive decoration that adds a touch of elegance to your home. Get into the holiday spirit with this festive DIY ornament topiary.  Fill the greenery with red ornaments and add a little more color to your home, making it more inviting and cozy during the holidays. This DIY ornament topiary is a great way to add holiday cheer to your front door or any room! You can create this festive, inexpensive decor with just a few simple supplies.

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