Whether your winter decorating style is cozy, cute or sparkly, you are sure to find something you love in this list of 40+ DIY winter decorations for your home.
When the vibrant hues of the holiday season fade away, and the festive lights are tucked back into their boxes, the post-holiday blues can sometimes set in.
But who says the end of the holidays has to mean an end to cheerful and heartwarming decor?
That’s where the charm of DIY winter decorations comes into play, turning the coldest months into a season of cozy, glittering wonder.
In the quiet aftermath of New Year celebrations, there’s a unique joy in transforming your living space into a winter wonderland.
It’s not just about filling the void left by Christmas ornaments; it’s about embracing the serene beauty of winter and its understated elegance.
From charming snowmen standing guard on your mantelpiece to delicate snowflakes adorning your windows, this winter decor extends the festive cheer well into the new year.
Winter Decor Themes
Everyone has their own style when it comes to decorating – here are some common themes if you aren’t sure where to start:
Cute – playful snowmen, puffy pom pom snowballs, and wintery gnomes.
Cozy – chunky knit blankets, furry pillows, flickering candles, and rustic wood elements.
Sparkly – shiny snowflakes, touches of silver or gold, natural elements like pine cones and trees tipped with glitter.
If you’re like me, you’ll find joy in blending these themes to reflect your personal taste. The beauty of DIY is in its versatility and the freedom it gives you to put your unique spin on your winter decor.
To spark your creativity, I’ve curated a list of over 40 homemade winter decorations, each brimming with potential to brighten up your home during the chilly months.
These projects range from simple crafts that you can whip up in an afternoon to more elaborate creations that might become a winter tradition in your household.
So, grab your crafting tools and let’s banish the winter blues together!
Scroll down to explore a range of ideas that promise to infuse your home with warmth, charm, and a sprinkle of winter magic.
Whether you’re crafting solo or involving the whole family, these projects are sure to lift your spirits and beautify your space this winter season.
DIY Winter Decor
Whether your winter decorating style is cozy, cute, or sparkly you are sure to find something you love in this list of 40+ DIY winter decorations for your home.
Pom Pom Wreath
This started as a Christmas wreath, but the idea here is that you use neutral colors of cream, copper, and gold to make your wreath last until winter. This is easy to make!
Snowman Mason Jar
A snowman mason jar is a quick and easy gift idea! This Christmas craft is also very budget friendly.
Spindle Snowman
If you like spindle snowmen, this tutorial will show you how to make one - perfect for winter decorating.
Frosted Luminaries
Use textured Epsom salt and Mod Podge to make these gorgeous mason jar luminaries! These are easy and so pretty for winter.
Winter Felt Ball Garland
Don’t buy a felt garland for winter decorating when they are SO easy to make! Use felt balls and embroidery floss with some cute snowflakes and you'll have one in minutes.
Snow Day in a Jar Arrangement
Want to keep that feeling of a first snow for the entire winter? You can do this with this snow day in a jar! Add ornaments or other Christmas-y type items until after the holidays are over, then you can remove them and this jar stands on its own.
Winter Ski Wreath
Sarah made this fun winter ski wreath by spraying a leftover Christmas wreath with fake snow. You could wrap it with ribbon, but she chose to knit the blue 'ribbon' scarf for her wreath.
DIY Winter Tree Forest
You're probably thinking that these trees look not only pretty, but complicated to make. But they aren't! You're going to use trim pieces along with salt wash to get this look. You might keep this up all year, not just for the winter.
Snow Globe Gumball Machine
Lauren found a little gumball machine in a thrift store for $3 and made this cute pink snow globe. You could purchase one on Amazon to make yours!
DIY Vintage Snowflake Sign
Use scrap wood, newspaper, and a stencil to make this unique vintage snowflake sign. It's so inexpensive and you can leave it up all season long.
Winter Wonderland Jars
Are you looking for winter wonderland decorations? These jars are so easy to put together with a few simple supplies! Great for mantel décor.
Paper Bag Snowflakes
Learn how to make large snowflakes out of paper bags! These are easy, inexpensive, and can be used for holiday or seasonal decor.
Snowy Mountain Garland
I love the idea of a garland that can take you from Christmas all the way through winter! You're just going to need some felt, and you can make this in any color you like.
Scarf Wreath
I love how easy this winter wreath is to make! You just need a scarf and a wreath form. If you want to dress it up a bit, you can add an embellishment like these bells.
Boho Basket Art
I love the simplicity of this DIY! You just stitch winter designs on thrift store baskets using yarn. Sketch out your design with chalk first and it is super easy.
DIY Faux Birch Logs
Learn how to make fake or faux birch logs to decorate around the holidays using pool noodles from the dollar store! Decorate the fireplace when it's not in use.
Yarn Trees with Twinkle Lights
Trees make everyone think of Christmas, of course - but when you use white yarn and twinkle lights, they're perfect for winter decorating too. You won't believe how easy they are!
Glittered Vintage Ice Skates
Take old ice skates and give them new life using glitter and some greenery. These would like nice as a front door decoration!
Dryer Vent Snowman
This beautiful snowman can be used as a centerpiece and is made from a dryer vent! I marvel over how some people come up with their craft ideas.
Winter Scene Vase
Create this unique seasonal vase decor with a silhouette winter scene! Perfect for a holiday mantel or for gifting. Easy to make!
Snowman Votive
Celebrate winter indoors with a unique snowman craft – make this cute votive made with Epsom salt and Mod Podge! Very easy winter décor.
DIY Retro Winter Shadow Box
This easy winter shadow box houses a retro Christmas camper, bottle brush trees, and twinkle stars! Easy to put together and festive for during and after the holidays.
Snowflake Art
If you’re looking for an easy winter decor project that even a kid could do, this ombre snowflake art is perfect! Looks great on the wall or mantel.
Wine Cork Snowman
Make the cutest cork snowman for your Christmas or winter decor! It's an easy craft for beginners.
DIY Pine Scented Soy Candles
A lot of people don't know this about me, but pine is my favorite candle scent of all time! I love it all year, not just during the holidays. And the stripes on these candles make them perfect for decorating all season.
Mountain Pillows
Do you love the mountains? I live in the PNW so it's a normal part of life to see a snow capped mountain here. These pillows that look just like mountains really float my boat!
DIY Porcelain Holiday Tree Lights
If you use white clay for this craft, it becomes very versatile. These cute little trees with tealights are perfect for lighting up when the night starts early.
Farmhouse Planked Wood Snowflake Sign
Kate already had some scrap wood and glue and paint - all she needed was $2 worth of dowels to make this cute winter project! It's an inexpensive version of a $250 Pottery Barn find.
DIY Winter Pine Tree Art
It's so fun to create art with tissue paper! This is art you can create at the beginning of the holiday season and then keep out all winter long.
Winter Wonderland Wreath
This wreath makes me feel cozy! Wrap a wreath form with yarn and add tons of 'snowball' pom-poms with bottlebrush trees.
Pinecone and Cranberry Garland
Bleached pinecones are big for the holidays and winter season. Make a simple garland you can keep up on your mantel through the beginning of the new year with this project.
Snowman Hat
This fun snowman hat centerpiece came together with some found items around the house and outdoors. Add a few purchased items and you have an inexpensive centerpiece!
Apothecary Jars
Learn how to make these apothecary jars (they hold candy!) for your holiday mantel or decor. Put red candy in them for the holidays, then afterwards you can fill them with white candies or any other cute winter goodies you like.
Fleece Cone Trees
Create these inexpensive trees out of paper and fleece in any color you like! Make a beautiful, seasonal forest that lasts into the new year.
Pinecone Wreath
Learn how to make a pinecone wreath the easy way! This is a perfect project for the holidays, and goes with a variety of decor styles.
Winter Landscape Wall Art
Large pieces of art can cost a fortune. Instead, do what Lauren did here and make a simple frame for a printed winter landscape image.
Winter Hat Door Hanging
Create your own beautiful door hanging using foraged greens, decorative picks, and a cozy knitted winter hat.
Wooden Sled
A sled just screams winter, doesn't it? This was a Goodwill find that Sarah panted and stenciled.
Glittered Snowflakes
If you’re looking for a way to make large, pretty snowflakes for winter home decor, these clothespin snowflakes are amazing! Add a bit of glitter to make them seasonally appropriate.
Snowman Wreath
Make this awesome snowman wreath from pool noodles. A cute winter decoration for your front door, it's easy to make and fun, too!
DIY Paper Winter Wonderland
This mini paper forest is crafted out of various shades of blue cardstock, as well as some white and silver-foil paper. This treescape is easy to put up and easy to take down!
Winter Snowflake Pom Wreath
Learn how to make a winter pom pom wreath with this easy tutorial! This wreath will look great on your front door all winter long and is a great neutral wreath through the holiday season.
Wood Slice Coasters
If you love winter themed crafts, these painted wood slice coasters are for you. They only take minutes to make and are perfect for gifts!
Snowflake Votives
In this cute winter craft, you’ll use Mod Podge and dollar store supplies to decorate snowflake votives. So easy and inexpensive!
Bottle Centerpiece
Learn how to make this unique centerpiece using recycled bottles and Christmas ornaments! So cute and whimsical – like something out of Whoville!
Snowflake Trinket Dish
There’s nothing better than the combination of glitter and Mod Podge – use it to create this pretty snowflake trinket dish for winter!
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