Affordable Hacks That Take Holiday Decorating To The Next Level

Every holiday season, new decorations are needed. It’s either because the previous ones are broken or due to your ever-changing artistic eye. It’s wonderful that you’re full of holiday cheer, but you may not have a full wallet. These decorating hacks can save money and leave you appreciating the DIY lifestyle. Decorations that are made rather than purchased bring families together. You make memories while constructing masterpieces…and accidentally gluing your fingers together. Who said you can’t be happy AND thrifty?

Tree Skirt Box

Who wants an expensive tree skirt when you can use a gift box. Repurpose an old cardboard box, cut it, and wrap it with holiday cheer. This will work for any size of tree. Live in a small space? A four-foot tree with a holiday box supporting its base will catch the eye of any guest. Want a ten foot spruce? Grab the biggest box you have. What kind of wrapping paper are you going to use? What color bow will you add? The possibilities are endless.

Repurpose Other Holiday Décor

If you have décor from other holidays, they don’t have to sit in a bin all year round. Repurpose them for that party you’re having. Paint plastic pumpkins with candy stripes. Add a red suit and beard to that easter bunny. The kids will love it! Add fake snow to the hanging hearts you have from Valentine’s Day and wrap them around the tree. You don’t have to spend a fortune on new decorations or even use the broken ones from last year.

Candles And Jars
This decorative hack is simple and easy. If you’re a knickknack collector, then you must have some empty glass jars and candles laying around. Add those candles to the jars, and voila! It’s the perfect holiday decoration, especially for centerpieces at the dining table. Not planning on burning the candle? Add some small ornaments or spruce needles to fill the extra space. Get creative with it and have fun.

Holiday Cards Past

It’s a tradition to send holiday cards and take pictures for friends and family. What do you do with those gifts, though? They are on display for the season, but ultimately, they’re put away, never to be seen again. Until now! Wrap ribbon around your kitchen cupboards and pin the cards to them. Pin them to hanging fairy lights. Make the pictures and holiday cards into a collage, and display it during the season.

If you have the urge to create, then get those sharpies out. Holiday designs are often simple, elegant patterns that don’t require a lot of work. Subtle shapes drawn with a gold sharpie will add that extra touch to the plain glassware you have. Use the glass as a centerpiece. Add candy and cookies inside, so the whole family can enjoy it.

Doors As Gifts?

If you want to impress the guests with your innovative skills, then cover your front door with wrapping paper and a ribbon. Doors are the perfect canvas, so use it to your advantage. Choose a metallic paper, and watch as it reflects against the white snow. Pick a glittery ribbon (pre-tied or not) to the little glass window on your door. Things like this will give your visitors a good idea of what to expect when they step into your holiday-themed home this season.

Spray Paint String Lights

This hack is by far the simplest and most cost-effective. Spray paint your lights instead of buying new ones every holiday because you prefer a different color. It’s a fun DIY project that you and the kids can enjoy together. You don’t have to pick just one color, either. Each bulb can be different. But if you want something for the winter festivities, then choose gold, silver, red, or green. These classics never fail to put a smile on people’s faces.

Ornaments Aren’t Just For Trees

If you have extra ornaments and reefs after decorating the tree, don’t put them away. Hang them from chandeliers, the ceiling, drape them over tables, or decorate the entryways. Every home is different, and there will be unique spots to decorate. Get inventive during the process. There’s no such thing as too much holiday cheer. Don’t forget to include the kids in this endeavor, too. They often have the best ideas.