Easy DIY Decor to Take You From Thanksgiving to Christmas

One of the biggest ways you can save money this holiday season is by trying your hand at some do-it-yourself decor. We gathered projects that will take you from Thanksgiving to Christmas in no time — with the help of some scissors and glue, of course. You still have time to put together some of these ideas before your Thursday celebrations, and the others you can tackle over the long weekend!

Glitter Animals

Glitter Animals

Add some sparkle to the stocking with these cute glitter animals.Photo: Sarah Lipoff

Cinnamon-Stick Votive

Cinnamon-Stick Votive

This cinnamon-stick votive is a quick and easy way to make an accesory to light up a space.

Photo: Sarah Lipoff

Herb Wreath

Herb Wreath

This herb wreath is adorable but easy to make.Photo: Sarah Lipoff

Glitter Candles

Glitter Candles

These glitter candles will look sweet and sparkly scattered around your home.

Photo: Sarah Lipoff

Gilded Shadowbox
Terrain

Gilded Shadowbox

This enchanting shadow box DIY reminds us of stargazing on a cold Winter night.

Paper Tree
Gensler

Paper Tree

Looking for a DIY that doesn't drop needles? Making this paper tree is way easier than it looks.

Paper Diamond Ornaments
How About Orange

Paper Diamond Ornaments

These paper diamond ornaments don't necessarily have to be placed on a tree — hang them on your mantel or down your bannister.

Sharpie Ornaments
Pretty Prudent

Sharpie Ornaments

After mastering these Sharpie ornaments, stack them up in a vase for your coffee table.

Sweater Tree

Sweater Tree

Have some old sweaters laying around? If you do, this holiday tree DIY will be a breeze. Photo: Sarah Lipoff

Coffee-Filter Wreath

Coffee-Filter Wreath

Making this coffee-filter wreath to adorn your front door will take you very little time. Photo: Sarah Lipoff

Hot-Glue-Gun Snowflakes

Hot-Glue-Gun Snowflakes

Perhaps one of the easiest DIYs ever, these hot-glue-gun snowflakes only require two materials. Photo: Sarah Lipoff

Glitter-Painted Glasses

Glitter-Painted Glasses

Dollar-store tumblers will look so chic once you give this glitter-painted-glass DIY a try. Photo: Sarah Lipoff