50 DIY Fall Decorations That Make Your Home Feel Extra Cozy
Easy projects that include pumpkins, leaves, and more.
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If you're anything like Ree Drummond, you start to embrace all things cozy the second fall arrives. Think: flickering fall candles, whimsical painted pumpkins, and mouth-watering apple cinnamon treats. And that's not to mention the festive flair around your house, including tons of homemade autumnal décor to make you fall in love with the season in every single room!
While a few freshly picked pumpkins and gourds on the porch bring seasonal charm, they don’t last long. Your home deserves lasting decor for the season, and that’s where these DIY fall decorations make their mark. Whether you're holding a gathering with friends and family that could use some pretty fall touches or you want to look around your spaces throughout the season and relish in the warm and fuzzies, these DIY fall décor ideas have got you covered.
No matter if your autumn color palette is neutral and muted or bright and orange, you're sure to find some décor that fits your home's style. There are plenty of seasonal options that can be used as DIY fall centerpieces as well as fall mantel decorations or you can show your porch some love with DIY fall wreaths. There's also the option to hang up an abundance of fall leaf crafts around your entire space. Whatever you decide, cozy season is just a few crafts away!
Check these out for more fabulous fall ideas:
Mini Pumpkin Candlesticks
Instead of just scattering mini pumpkins around the house, turn them into candlestick holders! Hollow out the area around the stems to fit a standard sized candlestick as well as small leaves and twigs to hide the rough edges.
Mini Pumpkin Planters
On the other hand, you could also take your mini pumpkins and turn them into adorable planters! Just carve a space at the top to fill with moss, succulents, seeded eucalyptus, billy balls, or any other small plants of your choice.
Colorblock Cork Leaf Trivets
Fall décor can be as simple as the trivets on your dining table! These leaf-shaped ones are so simple to carve out of cork and paint with your choice of warm colors.
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
Layered Watercolor Pumpkin Art
Whether you prop it up on a shelf or hang it on a wall, a pretty watercolor will spruce up your space in no time. And it's not as hard as you think to create, even if you're not overly artistic.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Book Page Pumpkins
Think beyond the typical pumpkins you scatter around your house this fall! This gourd-geous decoration is made from a few simple materials: an old book, felt, twigs, and twine.
Get the tutorial at DIY Candy.
Dough Bowl Fall Centerpiece
Have an old dough bowl, tray, or box on hand? Grab your favorite faux flowers, pumpkins, and fillers, and arrange them for the ultimate fall centerpiece.
Get the tutorial at The Turquoise Home.
Fall Leaf Placemats
Protect your tablecloth and up the festive fall flair with these gorgeous autumn leaf placemats. The easy tutorial calls for real fall leaves you can collect on a walk and layers of clear laminate to arrange them in.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Paper Leaf Fall Garland
Ever wish you could preserve the beauty of fall foliage forever? Thanks to this delicate paper leaf garland, you now can! All you need is some crepe paper to cut out in the shape of leaves and affix to floral wire.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Home Body Doormat
It's okay to admit you prefer to stay home when the weather gets chilly. Embrace that with this fun DIY doormat that simply requires a little craft paint and a plain coir doormat.
Get the tutorial at Modern Glam.
Chunky Yarn Pumpkins
Would you believe that these cozy yarn pumpkins start as foam from the dollar store? You can add this adorable décor to your home in a flash with some chunky yarn and a little bit of patience.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Farmhouse Sunflowers
That farmhouse feel is just a few steps away! Coffee-stained drop cloth and some homespun plaids make the cutest little sunflowers. They're the right amount of neutral to fit into any space.
Get the tutorial at DIY Beautify.
Glittered Acorns
Take some acorns from drab to fab with the help of autumnally-toned glitter. Then, simply arrange it in a frame for the perfect piece of fall art!
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
Fall Terrariums
Terrariums aren't just for air plants! They also make the perfect homes for your favorite mini fall treasures, like acorns, pumpkins, and pinecones. Just fill the glass jars with layers of colorful sand and place your items on top!
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Patchwork Pumpkin Pillow
Sew these pretty pumpkin pillows that have a charming vintage feel and they can double as both indoor and outdoor décor! Make a few then place them on your porch chairs, inside on the sofa, or on a mudroom bench to coordinate your space for the season.
Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.
Fall Leaf Candles
Set the mood with these creative and cute autumnal candles! They're so easy to make with faux fall leaves and wax paper. They'll instantly inject the essence of fall into your space.
Get the tutorial at It's Always Autumn.
Seasonal Fall Shadow Box
This darling decorative shadow box will make the perfect addition to any gallery wall or fall display! Customize it with faux fall leaves, a mini chalkboard sign with a fall message, or whatever your heart desires.
Get the tutorial at Homemade by Carmona.
Mini Herringbone Pumpkins
No-carve pumpkins are always a great idea. They're super low-mess and just as easy to decorate. We're really loving the classic Herringbone patterns on these white pumpkins for a chic and modern touch in any home.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Resin Leaf Coasters
Give all those mugs of hot cocoa and apple cider someplace to rest with these gorgeous gold resin leaf coasters. It's a clever way to capture and display the beauty of changing leaves right in your home!
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Scarecrow Mason Jar
A little bit scary and a whole lot of cute? Yes, please! Scarecrow mason jars are seriously the best of both worlds. Might we suggest using them as centerpieces for any falloween parties you may have coming up?
Get the tutorial at Mad In Crafts.
Fall Tea Towel
Sometimes, it's the little things that really bring a fall table-scape together. On these sweet little towels, gold glitter letters match a neutral fall pallet of tan, orange, and green. They look so cute that you won't want to soil them!
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
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