Getting Crafty This Holiday Season? DIY Decor for a Country Christmas
The holiday season is a time for warmth, togetherness, and, of course, decorating your home in festive cheer. While store-bought Christmas décor can be lovely, there's something extra special about creating your own decorations. DIY Country-Christmas décor allows you to add a personal touch, save money, and enjoy the process of crafting something unique that reflects your style and holiday spirit. If you’re looking for inspiration to get started, here are a few creative and easy-to-make DIY Country-Christmas décor ideas to help transform your home into a cozy, festive wonderland. Although DIY is for some, it’s not for everyone, so if you’re more inclined to get into the holiday spirit through a little retail therapy, we have just the
décor for you!
1. Handmade Ornaments
Ornaments are the perfect way to personalize your Christmas tree and make it truly one of a kind. You don’t need to be a craft expert to create beautiful ornaments! Have a fun and relaxing evening on a snowy day with your favourite drink (
check out our holiday drink ideas) and do some crafting. Here are a few simple ideas:
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Salt Dough Ornaments: Mix 1 cup of salt, 2 cups of flour, and 3/4 cup of water to create a dough. Roll it out, use cookie cutters to shape the dough into stars, cowboy boots, horses, or Christmas trees, and then bake at 250°F for about 2 hours. Once cooled, decorate with paint, glitter, or even dried flowers.
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Pinecone Ornaments: Collect pinecones from your yard or a nearby park, then spray paint them in metallic shades like gold, silver, or copper. Add a ribbon or twine for hanging, and you've got rustic, elegant ornaments!
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Personalized Photo Ornaments: Print out small family photos, cut them into shapes, and glue them onto wooden circles or craft foam. Add a cute message or date, then hang them on the tree with twine—or even a touch of barbed wire for a Western feel. (But please be careful to keep anything sharp out of the hands of your little ones!)
2. Christmas Wreaths
A beautiful wreath on your door is one of the first things guests will see when they arrive. Why not make your own wreath this year? Here are a couple of simple ideas:
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Evergreen Wreath: Grab a wire wreath frame from a craft store and wire it with fresh or faux greenery like pine sprigs, holly, or locally sourced spruce branches. Add a burlap bow, some fake snow, or berries to make it pop. If you’re feeling adventurous, add a bit of glitter spray for extra sparkle.
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Wooden Wreath: For a modern twist, use a wooden embroidery hoop as your base. Wrap the hoop with twine or jute, and then attach dried flowers, mini ornaments, or small wooden cutouts of Christmas trees, stars, or reindeer.
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Felt Horseshoe and Mini Cowboy Hat Wreath: Use colourful felt to make small fabric cowboy hats and horseshoes, then glue them to a wreath base. This is a fun project if you love to sew or are looking for something more hands-on.
3. DIY Garland
Garlands are a fun and easy way to decorate your mantle, banister, or windows. You can make garlands out of natural elements, fabric, or paper.
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Cranberry and Popcorn Garland: String fresh cranberries and popcorn together on a long piece of twine or fishing wire. This charming, rustic garland not only looks beautiful but also smells wonderful!
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Cinnamon Stick Garland: For a rustic, cinnamon-scented garland, tie small bunches of cinnamon sticks together with twine. Mix these with dried orange slices, cloves, or star anise for a fragrant, natural garland.
4. DIY Advent Calendar
Counting down the days until Christmas is a beloved tradition for many, and you can create a unique advent calendar with just a little time and creativity.
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Mini Pouches Calendar: Sew or glue small fabric pouches and number them from 1 to 24. Fill each pouch with small treats, notes, or holiday activities. Hang them on a string with clothespins for a charming way to mark the days leading up to Christmas.
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Wooden Box Calendar: Find a small wooden box with 24 compartments (or make your own using small wooden crates). Paint it and number the boxes. Fill each compartment with candies, chocolates, or small trinkets for a fun surprise each day.
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Mason Jar Calendar: Decorate 24 mason jars and label them with dates. Place a little surprise in each jar—candy, small toys, or even fun Christmas-related tasks. Display these jars on a garland or prominent shelf.
5. DIY Centerpieces
A beautiful centerpiece can make your dining table feel festive and inviting. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to create something gorgeous.
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Wood Slice Centerpiece: Use a wooden plank as the base for your centerpiece. Arrange candles, pinecones, faux snow, or small ornaments on top for a simple yet elegant look.
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Mason Jar Candle Holders: Place a candle inside a mason jar and surround it with greenery, cranberries, or fake snow. You can also paint the jar in festive colours or add glitter around the rim.
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Hurricane Vases with Ornaments: Fill a large glass hurricane vase with colourful ornaments, twinkling lights, or faux snow. Add a candle or two in the centre for a stunning effect.
6. DIY Christmas Stockings
A cozy Christmassy home is incomplete without stockings hanging by the fireplace. Create your own unique stockings with these ideas:
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Burlap Stockings: Cut two large pieces of burlap into a stocking shape. Use a hot glue gun or sewing machine to fasten the edges together. Add embellishments like leather cutouts, lace, or fabric letters to personalize each stocking.
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Sweater Stockings: Repurpose old knitted sweaters to create warm, cozy stockings. Cut the sweater into the shape of a stocking and sew the pieces together. Add trim or embellishments for a festive touch.
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Upcycled Denim Stockings: Old jeans or denim jackets can be turned into rustic stockings. Cut the fabric into stocking shapes, sew them together, and decorate with buttons, patches, or embroidery for a fun, upcycled look.
7. DIY Christmas Lights Display
Christmas lights don’t have to stay in the yard. Bring them inside with these fun DIY projects:
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Mason Jar Light Holders: Fill mason jars with string lights and place them around the house. Add pinecones or fake snow inside the jars for a cozy, wintry glow.
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Framed Lights Art: Create wall art by placing string lights inside a shadow box or frame. Arrange the lights in a fun pattern—like a Christmas tree or star—and hang it up to add some sparkle to your walls.
Creating your own Christmas décor is a fun and rewarding way to celebrate the holiday season. Not only will you save money and avoid (often plastic) generic store-bought decorations, but you’ll also add a personal touch to your home that reflects your country style and the joy of the season. Plus, DIY projects are a wonderful way to cozy up with
blankets and comfy clothes and spend time with family and friends, making memories and traditions that will last for years to come.
Happy crafting, and may your home be filled with holiday cheer!
