28 DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations Ideas

I have been looking for Christmas ideas all over Pinterest today. I found so many beautiful things.

I thought I would share what I found and give you some inspiration for your own Christmas decorating.

I have found 28 DIY outdoor Christmas decorations to help you get your home set for the holidays.

I love decorating for Christmas. I love to see the lights and the beautiful greenery. It really helps to get me in the Christmas spirit. I hope you enjoy these beautiful ideas.

1. Decorate the Entrance

If you only have a little bit of time to decorate the outside of your home, focus on the front door. This is the first thing your guests will see, and it’s easy to make a big impact in a small space.

A simple wreath, a few strands of lights, and a couple of potted trees on either side of the door are all you need to make your entrance feel festive.

2. Go for a Vintage Look

If you’re a fan of vintage decor, you’ll love this outdoor Christmas display. The old-fashioned sled, ice skates, and wooden snowflakes are all nostalgic pieces that give the space a timeless feel.

The vintage color scheme of red, green, and white is perfect for the holiday season, and you can easily incorporate the look with a few classic pieces.

3. Use Sleds

If you have old sleds lying around, use them to create a festive outdoor display. Here, two sleds are stacked on top of each other and filled with greenery and presents. The top sled is also decorated with a small wreath.

You could also use sleds to create a unique Christmas tree display. Just prop them up against a wall or fence and decorate with lights and garland.

4. Create a Light Tree

This simple DIY is a great way to add some lights to an otherwise dark corner of your yard.

To make, wrap a tomato cage with a string of lights, then drape a second string over the top.

Add ornaments and a star to the top of the tree, and then plug in and watch your tree light up!

5. Make a DIY Light Sign

Spell out a festive message with a DIY light-up sign. You can find the metal letters at craft stores, and then attach them to a wooden board. Drill holes in the board so you can weave the string lights through.

Pro tip: Use a pencil to draw the word on the board before you start attaching the lights. This way you can make sure you have enough letters and space.

6. Create a DIY Light Garland

This is an easy outdoor Christmas decoration idea that anyone can do. Simply string lights across your porch and add a pre-made bow to each string of lights.

This decoration takes less than 5 minutes to put up and it looks so pretty! I love the way the bows add a pop of color to the string lights.

7. Use Old Tires

Old tires are repurposed to create a beautiful Christmas tree. Paint the tires green and stack them on top of each other. You can even add more tires if you want a taller tree.

Add lights and ornaments to the tree and then decorate the yard with presents and a snowman.

8. Use Tomato Cages

Tomato cages are a super versatile tool when it comes to creating holiday decor. This DIY project uses the wire frames to create a topiary tree that can be nestled in with your other outdoor decorations.

Simply wrap the cage in greenery garland and add a few faux flowers and ornaments to make it look like a tree. Then, place the cage on a plant stand or a wooden box to raise it up and place it in your yard.

9. Use Chicken Wire

This DIY from The Navage Patch is a little more involved than some of the others, but the results are so impressive! These lighted Christmas presents are made from wooden stakes and chicken wire.

You could make them in any size, but we love the look of these large presents. You can find the full tutorial on their website, and they even have a video to show you how to make them!

10. Create a DIY Outdoor Christmas Tree

Create a statement Christmas tree for your outdoor space with a ladder. You can even use an old ladder you have lying around to make it a bit more budget-friendly.

Dress it up with lights, garland, and a big bow on top. If you’re not a fan of the traditional red and green, you could even use a different color ribbon for the topper.

11. Use Mason Jars

Mason jars are so versatile, and they can be used for so many different types of crafts. For this project, you’ll need to fill the jars with a layer of Epsom salt to look like snow. Then, add a small sprig of greenery and a candle to the top of the jar.

You can hang these mason jars from shepherd’s hooks or trees around your yard. Just be sure to use battery-operated candles if you’re hanging the jars from a tree.

12. Use Old Pallets

Create a rustic Christmas scene in your yard with an old pallet. These homeowners used the slats to display a Merry Christmas sign, and they added a few twinkle lights for an extra festive touch.

Pro tip: If you don’t have any old pallets lying around, check with your local hardware store. Oftentimes, they’ll give them away for free!

13. Use Wood Slices

If you have a lot of trees in your yard, you might have a lot of wood slices lying around. They make the perfect base for a variety of Christmas decorations.

We love the look of these wood slice wreaths, but you could also use wood slices to make a Christmas tree or to prop up a few signs. Whatever you choose, the natural wood look will add a cozy feel to your outdoor Christmas decorations.

14. Create a Light Snowman

If you’re not expecting snow, you can still create a snowman with the help of some string lights. This cute snowman is made from three different sizes of grapevine wreaths and is decorated with a red scarf and top hat.

It would be easy to add some fun decorations to this snowman to make it fit in with your other outdoor Christmas decor.

15. Make a DIY Light Wreath

If you’re not into the traditional wreath, try this lighted version. It’s super easy to make, and you can use any shape you like.

Get the tutorial at The Navage Patch.

16. Create a DIY Light Gift Box

Get the tutorial at Down Redbud Drive.

This lighted gift box is a perfect addition to any Christmas decor. You can make a few of them in different sizes to create a whole Christmas gift display. Best of all, you can customize the colors of the lights to match your home’s color scheme.

17. Make a DIY Light Star

Create a large light star to hang on your front porch and welcome guests to your home. This is a fun and easy project that can be done in an afternoon.

To make the star, you’ll need a few pieces of wood, lights and a drill.

You can also add a few pine boughs and ornaments to the star to give it a more festive look.

18. Create a DIY Light Snowflake

Create a lighted snowflake to hang on the side of your house. You can make this snowflake as big or as little as you want. All you need is a string of lights and some zip ties to make this project come to life.

I used a string of 100 lights to make a snowflake that was about 3 feet across. You could make it bigger by using a larger string of lights!

Conclusion

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