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    12 Holiday Decor That Will Blow Away Your Guests But Not Your Budget

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holiday season is fast approaching and there is no better time to start decking your home with that winter-y spirit. Whether or not you are budget savvy, these 12 budget-friendly holiday decor ideas will blow away your guests, but not your bank account.

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    1. Wine Glass Holiday Diorama

    Three wine glass dioramas sit on a silver plate on a wooden counter. The wine glasses are upside down and have mini trees in the glasses, and candles sitting on the bases.
    POPSUGAR / Via popsugar.com

    Whether it’s for a dinner table or powder room, these wine glass diorama are a great alternative to a pricey holiday centrepiece.

    2. Yarn Tree DIY with Twinkle Lights

    On a wood counter, two cones covered in white yarn and fairy lights to look like Christmas trees sit in a wooden bowl on a counter with toy reindeer beside them. There are also a toy truck and two other Christmas cones.
    Hallstrom Home Blog / Via hallstromhome.com

    This simple and easy DIY yarn tree will add a touch of elegance to any holiday display and is perfect to spruce up any coffee table, kitchen island, or fireplace mantel.

    3. DIY Snowflake Flurry

    kid-friendly DIY white cut-out snowflake flurry in hallway for holiday decor
    Lovely Indeed / Via lovelyindeed.com

    These snowflakes will add a whimsical feel to any holiday party and they are also a great activity for kids!

    4. Mini Wreaths

    DIY mini green wreaths with red bows hanging on door handles with yarn and brown gift tag, ornaments
    allisa jacobs / Via allisajacobs.com

    Mini wreaths are the new black! Hang them on the Christmas tree, on the back of your kitchen stools, or on any door handle for a minimalist touch of holiday cheer.

    5. DIY Christmas Stocking

    View this video on YouTube
    INNOVA Crafts / Via youtube.com

    These DIY stockings are cute and fun and give the perfect illusion of the real thing. No more spending hundreds of dollars on overpriced stockings!

    6. Festive Holiday Tablescape

    festive holiday tablescape for christmas dinner with light table runner, greenery, red berries, and pine cones with candles for a cozy feel
    Life Happened / Via life-happened.com

    No holiday dinner set-up is complete without a table show-stopper! Check this out for gorgeous table scape inspo that is guaranteed to wow your guests.

    7. Marbled Ornaments

    marbled DIY round ornaments in red, blue, and gold in glass seen in glass bowl
    Lovely Etc. / Via lovelyetc.com

    The marbled trend is still alive and well, and these DIY ornaments are the perfect addition to your Christmas tree. Who would’ve thought that nail polish would be so versatile!

    8. Upcycled Christmas Vases

    red and wine yarn wrapped bottles made into upcycled ornamented trees for holiday decor dsiplay
    CraftIdeas.Info / Via craftideas.info

    Make use of the leftover yarn from your yarn trees above and make these upcycled holiday vases. You can really make these your own, whether you prefer a modern chic look, or a fun and colourful look!

    9. Vintage Cookie Cutter Ornaments

    vintage DIY cookie cutter christmas tree ornaments
    BluKatDesign Upcycled Jewelry / Via blukatdesign.wordpress.com

    Make your tree unique and special this year with these creative cookie cutter ornaments! Use up that left over wrapping paper, or put to use that old pearl necklace to make these dainty hanging adornments.

    10. Pine Cone Tree

    tree made of pine cones on top of suitcase with ornament beside it
    HGTV / Via hgtv.com

    Tired of spending your hard earned money on decor items you can find just outside your front door? This pine cone tree is as easy as pie to make yourself and will last year after year. The best part is, you can make it your own with items from your own backyard!

    11. DIY Glowing Snow Globe

    kid holding DIY glowing/light-up blue snow globe
    Fun at Home with Kids / Via funathomewithkids.com

    Snow globes are one of the most beloved holiday items. Whether you are an avid collector or simply love the magical feeling of shaking the globe, this holiday craft will do just the trick. They are also perfect for the whole family!

    12. Mercury Glass Vase

    silver mercury glass vases with candles and mini tree and ornament decorations
    HGTV / Via hgtv.com

    Mercury glass is a popular decor item all year round and is found in masses at any home decor store. Check out this step by step tutorial to see just how easy it is to recreate these beautifully sparkly designs for the holidays!

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