The holidays are hard on the wallet, thanks to all the gifts and decorations that we’re expected to buy. But with a little bit of ingenuity, it is possible to decorate your home on a budget. Today we’re sharing ten DIY decorating ideas that are cheap or even free using things you probably already have lying around the house.
1. Turn colored paper into a beautiful, contemporary Christmas tree garland. Check out the how-to here. [Photo: Julep]
2. Grab some branches from the backyard to create this pretty centerpiece. All you’ll need are a few small ornaments and some white paint. Check it out here. [Photo: The Lily Pad Cottage]
3. Wrap existing artwork to look like gifts… voila – instant holiday wall art! Found here. [Photo: Architecture Art Design]
4. Turn sticks into lovely rustic ornaments using this tutorial. [Photo: The DIY Dreamer]
5. Thumb tacks are another great material that can be repurposed into holiday décor. Learn how to make this “joy” wall art project here. [Photo: At Home With H]
6. Give your Christmas tree a rustic chic vibe with these beautiful pine cone ornaments. Check out the tutorial here. [Photo: Make It – Love It]
7. Wire is another versatile material that most people already have. Learn how to make this wire star ornament here. [Photo: Alyssa & Carla]
8. This simple tree art is made with a pallet, but you could easily use any scrap wood and leftover latex paint you have lying around. Here’s the tutorial. [Photo: Cherished Bliss]
9. Paint snowflakes and other festive designs onto rocks using craft paint. Found here. [Photo: Fler]
10. Make a bold statement with this big red star made with just ribbon, screws and scrap wood. Get the tutorial here. [Photo: Beyond The Picket Fence]
