60 DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations to Dress Up Your Front Porch and Yard
Your holiday home will be the best on the block!
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If you're looking for inspiration on what Christmas decorations to hang this year, a tour of the Lodge at Christmas might be just what you need! Collections of sparkly tabletop trees, plaid stockings, winter greenery, and a giant, stunning tree with shiny Christmas tree decorations...there’s no shortage of seasonal spirit in Ree Drummond’s guesthouse. But Ree knows that outdoor Christmas decorations deserve to be just magical as what you find indoors, which is why she has traditionally lined the eaves and doors with strings and strings of outdoor Christmas lights.
Although there are tons of Christmas decorations you can make for inside the house, perhaps you haven’t thought of crafting outdoor décor as well. Coming up with creative DIY outdoor Christmas decorations and winter porch décor is definitely as essential as all of the lights, signs, garland, and more that you look forward to putting up indoors. Whether you’re decorating the front porch with DIY Christmas wreaths or sprucing up your yard with cute reindeer that'll rival your neighbor's Christmas inflatables, these ideas are guaranteed to look top notch this December.
Ahead, you'll find outdoor holiday decorations and Christmas porch decorations (including DIY Christmas door decorations) that'll allow you to perfect your woodworking skills, repurpose old, unused items, score materials at the flea market, and make a trip to the dollar store for some budget-friendly finds. The options are endless for fun outdoor Christmas decorating ideas to make your home the most holly and jolly on the block.
DIY Gingerbread House Christmas Porch
This is the sweetest Christmas décor idea yet! Transform your porch into a life-sized gingerbread house with DIY projects including dripping icing banners, oversized candy decorations, a yarn wreath, and the cutest gingerbread men.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
DIY Painted Sled
You'll want to go dashing through the snow every time you step outside and get a glimpse of this charming little wooden sled. Paint yours however you like, but we love the festive bright red that reads "Let it Snow."
Get the tutorial at A Pumpkin And A Princess.
DIY Cone Trees
Here's a way to keep your porch looking merry and bright and modern! The cone trees are crafted of none other than colorful duct tape and poster boards. And fear not, they're weatherproof!
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
DIY Gingerbread Birdhouses
Unlike the actual gingerbread houses you make for Christmas, these gingerbread birdhouses will last season after season. You just need wooden birdhouses, paint, and glitter so you can get creative with faux icing detailing.
Get the tutorial at Dream A Little Bigger.
DIY Noel Banner
Wreaths are a go-to during the holiday season, but a door banner? Now that's unique! This one offers a chic design with gold ribbon and moss letters.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
DIY Giant Lollipop
We think you should make a giant lollipop or two for your front porch. It is the sweetest time of year, after all. And the best part? You can make these using dollar store supplies.
Get the tutorial at Life Sew Savory.
DIY Light Balls
To create the most enchanting ambiance in the trees throughout your yard, look no further than these handmade balls made up of twine, chicken wire, and lights. Hello, Christmas magic!
Get the tutorial at Crafted by the Hunts.
DIY Christmas Door Swag
Your front door needs some love, too! After all, it is the star of the front porch show. To really give it the spotlight, craft this oh-so festive swag in Christmassy hues.
Get the tutorial at First Day of Home.
DIY Lighted Candy Cane
Who knew that PVC pipe could create something this adorable?! Put these candy canes all around your yard for some sugar-loaded charm fit for the North Pole itself!
Get the tutorial at Amber Oliver.
DIY Oversized Ornaments
Wouldn’t you just love to make tons of these oversized ornaments to hang on your front porch? And you can—because they can be made for practically nothing! All you need are some old sports balls, spray paint, and a drill. Talk about whimsical!
Get the tutorial at T. Moore Home.
DIY Red Stars
One thing you can never have enough of: a classic Christmas motif! To turn your scrap wood into something perfectly charming for the holidays, make these stars, popped in red so they’ll really stand out on your porch.
Get the tutorial at The Creek Line House.
Outdoor Winter Planters
Trust us, you can’t ever go wrong with evergreen touches during the holidays. Simply fill your outdoor planters with tree trimmings and make it all come together with a rustic wreath. It’s an understated festive look that will take you well into winter.
See more at Love Grows Wild.
Colorful Front Door Display
It's both the most wonderful time of the year, and the most colorful time of the year! Create a kaleidoscopic outdoor display with an oversized Christmas light garland, vibrant wreaths, and gilded nutcracker statues. Here, the pink front door really makes everything pop!
See more at Sugar & Cloth.
DIY Wreath Doormat
It's the perfect season to craft a handmade doormat or two, since you don’t want all that snow and dirt in your home! It’ll also add a warm, welcoming touch to your front porch. We're loving this one that features a pretty, minimal wreath.
Get the tutorial at Home Made by Carmona.
DIY Pom-Pom Wreath
Christmas is certainly not a shy time of year, at least when it comes to its decor. And who says you have to stick with traditional colors? Help your front door really make an entrance with the addition of this jubilant pom-pom wreath.
Get the tutorial at DIY in PDX.
DIY Ice Skates Door Hanging
If you and your family love to go ice-skating for the holidays, this outdoor decoration is for you. Between the vintage skates painted with glitter, wrapped with ribbon, and stuffed with greenery it doesn’t get any more charming.
Get the tutorial at Fynes Designs.
DIY Burlap Holly Pillow
Decorate your outdoor rocking chairs with these fancy burlap pillows, dressed up with lace and holly.
Get the tutorial at Seas the Crazy.
DIY Jingle Bell Tree Door Hanger
Skip the traditional wreath and make this jingle bell tree instead! It'll give off a lovely sound every time you come and go.
Get the tutorial at Occasionally Crafty.
Plaid Front Porch Display
Embrace your love for decorating this Christmas by outfitting your entire front porch in a classic color scheme. Incorporate pillows, ribbons, garland, and lanterns for a cozy feel.
See more at Design Improvised.
Simple Evergreen Outdoor Display
Assemble various potted trees at your front step to create this simple, elegant outdoor Christmas display.
See more at The Merrythought.
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