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Easy DIY Decor to Take You From Thanksgiving to Christmas

DIY Holiday Decor Projects

Easy DIY Decor to Take You From Thanksgiving to Christmas

DIY Holiday Decor Projects

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

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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
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Herb Wreath

Herb Wreath

This herb wreath is adorable but easy to make.

Photo: Sarah Lipoff

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Glitter Candles

Glitter Candles

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

Photo: Sarah Lipoff
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Gilded Shadowbox

Gilded Shadowbox
Image Source: Terrain

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

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Paper Tree

Paper Tree
Image Source: Gensler

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

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Paper Diamond Ornaments

Paper Diamond Ornaments
Image Source: How About Orange

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

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Sharpie Ornaments

Sharpie Ornaments
Image Source: Pretty Prudent

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

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Sweater Tree

Sweater Tree

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

Photo: Sarah Lipoff

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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

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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

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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

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