Transform your outdoor space into a festive winter wonderland with creative DIY Christmas decorations.
From glowing lights to handmade wreaths and oversized ornaments, these projects will bring holiday cheer to your yard or porch.
Here are some inspiring DIY outdoor Christmas decoration ideas to light up your home this season.
DIY Christmas Door Swag
Your front door needs some love, too! After all, it is the star of the front porch show. To really give it the spotlight, craft this oh-so festive swag in Christmassy hues.
Get the tutorial at First Day of Home.
DIY Lighted Candy Cane
Who knew that PVC pipe could create something this adorable?! Put these candy canes all around your yard for some sugar-loaded charm fit for the North Pole itself!
Get the tutorial at Amber Oliver.
DIY Oversized Ornaments
Wouldn’t you just love to make tons of these oversized ornaments to hang on your front porch? And you can—because they can be made for practically nothing! All you need are some old sports balls, spray paint, and a drill. Talk about whimsical!
Get the tutorial at T. Moore Home.
DIY Red Stars
One thing you can never have enough of: a classic Christmas motif! To turn your scrap wood into something perfectly charming for the holidays, make these stars, popped in red so they’ll really stand out on your porch.
Get the tutorial at The Creek Line House.
Outdoor Winter Planters
Trust us, you can’t ever go wrong with evergreen touches during the holidays. Simply fill your outdoor planters with tree trimmings and make it all come together with a rustic wreath. It’s an understated festive look that will take you well into winter.
See more at Love Grows Wild.
Colorful Front Door Display
It’s both the most wonderful time of the year, and the most colorful time of the year! Create a kaleidoscopic outdoor display with an oversized Christmas light garland, vibrant wreaths, and gilded nutcracker statues. Here, the pink front door really makes everything pop!
See more at Sugar & Cloth.
DIY Wreath Doormat
It’s the perfect season to craft a handmade doormat or two, since you don’t want all that snow and dirt in your home! It’ll also add a warm, welcoming touch to your front porch. We’re loving this one that features a pretty, minimal wreath.
Get the tutorial at Home Made by Carmona.
DIY Pom-Pom Wreath
Christmas is certainly not a shy time of year, at least when it comes to its decor. And who says you have to stick with traditional colors? Help your front door really make an entrance with the addition of this jubilant pom-pom wreath.
Get the tutorial at DIY in PDX.
DIY Ice Skates Door Hanging
If you and your family love to go ice-skating for the holidays, this outdoor decoration is for you. Between the vintage skates painted with glitter, wrapped with ribbon, and stuffed with greenery it doesn’t get any more charming.
Get the tutorial at Fynes Designs.
DIY Burlap Holly Pillow
Decorate your outdoor rocking chairs with these fancy burlap pillows, dressed up with lace and holly.
Get the tutorial at Seas the Crazy.
DIY Jingle Bell Tree Door Hanger
Skip the traditional wreath and make this jingle bell tree instead! It’ll give off a lovely sound every time you come and go.
Get the tutorial at Occasionally Crafty.
Plaid Front Porch Display
Embrace your love for decorating this Christmas by outfitting your entire front porch in a classic color scheme. Incorporate pillows, ribbons, garland, and lanterns for a cozy feel.
See more at Design Improvised.
Simple Evergreen Outdoor Display
Assemble various potted trees at your front step to create this simple, elegant outdoor Christmas display.
See more at The Merrythought.
Lighted Front Porch
Take your facade to another level by covering it with tons of twinkly lights. Weave them in with a garland, the bushes, and the entryway.
See more at Inspired by Charm.
DIY Vintage Toy Car Wreath
Give your door an old-fashioned treatment with this charming toy car hoop wreath.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
DIY Felt Poinsettia Wreath
For a different take on a traditional wreath, make this poinsettia door hanging inspired by the holiday flower.
Get the tutorial at Skip to My Lou.
Modern Holiday Entryway
It’ll be a white Christmas, guaranteed, if you decorate your entryway with a pretty frosted garland and a matching wreath.
See more at Lemon Thistle.
Snowy Scene Entryway
Even if it doesn’t snow where you live, placing a white Christmas tree outside your house will create the effect.
See more at The Turquoise Home.
DIY Joy Door Sign
Attach a cheery sign to your front door this holiday season. This one is extra cute, since it uses a small wreath for the “O” in “joy.”
Get the tutorial at Landeelu.
DIY Lighted Wooden Christmas Tree
Try this Christmas wood craft—it’ll bring so much merriment to your home!
Get the tutorial at Houseful of Handmade.
Classic Christmas Porch
Evergreen touches, bows, and ornaments are all you need to transform your porch into a winter escape.
See more at The Homes I Have Made.
Rainbow Christmas Porch
A rainbow wreath is especially great if you also have a colorful front door.
See more at Club Crafted.
DIY Noel Plaid Sign
Instead of a wreath, put this plaid noel sign together to hang from your front door. You’ll love the farmhouse feel.
Get the tutorial at Mod Podge Rocks.
DIY Holiday Ice Lantern
If you live somewhere chilly, you can make a beautiful piece of Christmas décor…out of ice! These festive ice lanterns showcase cranberries, oranges, and pine branches, and they’ll look so pretty on a front porch or in your backyard.
Get the tutorial at House of Joyful Noise.
DIY Joy Sign
Joy to the world! Show the world how happy you are that the holidays have arrived with this “Joy” sign for your porch, made using fence posts.
Get the tutorial at Beauty for Ashes.
DIY Christmas Skis
It’s hard to believe that these skis once zipped down snow-covered hills! Now they’re living a second life as a painted decoration that’s perfect for Christmas and well into winter.
Get the tutorial at Confessions of a Serial Do-It-Yourselfer.
DIY Christmas Planters
These winter porch pots are a cinch to make, and they’re a sure way to bring a pop of green to your wintry front porch. Plus, they’ll look idyllic next to your sparkling Christmas décor.
Get the tutorial at House of Hawthornes.
DIY Vintage Wooden Sled
‘Tis the season for sledding! You can make this sled with some simple woodworking skills to complete your Christmas porch.
Get the tutorial at Twelve on Main.
DIY Stair Spindle Snowflakes
These stair spindles are transformed into delightful DIY snowflakes with just a few steps. Showing off metallic hues, they’ll be the perfect addition to your outdoor Christmas decorations.
Get the tutorial at 1905 Farmhouse.
DIY Christmas Doormat
If you like to go all-out with your outdoor Christmas décor, even down to the doormat, this tutorial is for you. It’ll inspire guests to jingle all the way through the holidays.
Get the tutorial at Life on Summerhill.
DIY Front Yard Reindeer
On Dasher! On Dancer! You could fill up your entire yard with Santa’s eight tiny reindeer (well, nine if you include Rudolph) to create a North Pole-worthy scene.
Get the tutorial at Eclectic Recipes.
DIY Christmas Chandelier
How stunning is this outdoor chandelier? Displaying a large grapevine wreath, string lights, and faux greenery, it’s lovely for the holidays. You’ll want to use it in the spring and summer too!
Get the tutorial at Urban Cottage Living.
DIY Outdoor Wooden Christmas Gifts
If you’re on Santa’s nice list, you can give yourself a few extra presents this year by making a myriad of these outdoor Christmas gifts.
Get the tutorial at The Navage Patch.
DIY Christmas Light Garland
This is the cutest idea for outdoor Christmas garland! Showing off extra-large wooden Christmas lights, it’s an adorable, handmade way to decorate your door.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.
DIY Holiday Hanging Basket
With frosted winter greens, ornaments, and pine cones, this holiday hanging basket will complete any porch, deck, or patio for Christmastime.
Get the tutorial at Clean & Scentsible.
DIY Yardstick Star
You can bring a vintage look to a classic yardstick Christmas star. Just use layers of white, gray, and black spray paint to create a bygone feel to your outdoor décor.
Get the tutorial at Our Southern Home.
DIY Wood Christmas Tree
For a modern take on an outdoor Christmas tree, you can follow this tutorial to make a cool 3D wooden version. You’ll love the attention-grabbing lime-green hue.
Get the tutorial at The DIY Dreamer.
DIY Wreath Trio
Now this is how you dress up an entryway! Make this gorgeous wreath trio for your front door and pair it with downsized Christmas trees and a sled. Bonus points if you top it off with the biggest red bow in town.
Get the tutorial at Decor and the Dog.
DIY Holiday Swag
You can make this enchanting holiday swag in 10 minutes flat! It’s just the thing if you’re hard-pressed to find time to craft your own decorations this season.
Get the tutorial at A Piece of Rainbow.
DIY Cheerful Christmas Trees
Showcasing dots and stripes, these cute patterned trees lend a hint of whimsy to your outdoor décor.
Get the tutorial at Purely Katie.
DIY Wintry Planter
You’ll have the prettiest winter planter on the block. Recreate this one using moss balls, gold-tipped pinecones, red berries, and a flying reindeer.
Get the tutorial at Threads & Blooms.
DIY Christmas Countdown Marquee Sign
How many days until Christmas? Just look at your countdown marquee sign! The neighborhood kids will love seeing those days tick away as it gets closer to Christmas.
Get the tutorial at The DIY Dreamer.
DIY Birdseed Wreath
Here’s a DIY project you’ll enjoy along with the birds in your backyard! A bird seed wreath will certainly add to your outdoor decorations, while also serving a practical purpose—brunch for all your feathered friends.
Get the tutorial at Whipperberry.
DIY Pallet Tree
There are tons of pallet crafts you can make nowadays, but this one is a winner. This rustic pallet Christmas tree will look amazing on your porch.
Get the tutorial at The Whimsical Wife.
DIY Outdoor Christmas Pillows
Sporting iron-on designs, these Christmassy outdoor throw pillows are the perfect way to bring coziness to your porch décor. Plus, that truck looks a lot like the Drummond Ranch Power Wagon!
Get the tutorial at Girl. Inspired.
DIY Driftwood Tree
If you live near the beach (or you wish you did), look no further than this DIY driftwood Christmas tree. It’ll look at home in sand and snow alike.
Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.
DIY Vintage Christmas Sign
Create a Christmas sign with vintage flair and a well-known holiday phrase. Finish it off in twinkle lights to complete the look.
Get the tutorial at Our Southern Home.
DIY Mailbox Swag
Even your mailbox can get in on the holiday decorating spirit! With red-and-white candy-inspired accents, this swag is sure to put a smile on your mail carrier’s face.
Get the tutorial at Grace Monroe Home.
DIY Copper Tea Lights
For a sweetly-subtle holiday touch to add to your outdoor décor, look to these handmade copper tea lights.
Get the tutorial at Julie Blanner.
DIY Christmas Playhouse Decorations
Give your child’s playhouse a makeover this year by turning it into a Christmas palace, complete with an oversized star on top.
Get the tutorial at Dreaming of Homemaking.
DIY Mesh Poinsettia
For a poinsettia that will last year after year, make this mesh version that looks festive when lining outdoor window trim.
Get the tutorial at The Sits Girls.
DIY Log Snowman
Here’s a snowman that will never melt! This one is made using logs, giving it a rustic, country appearance.
Get the tutorial at Scavenger Chic.
DIY Striped Galvanized Buckets
Sure, galvanized buckets are pretty cute on their own, but how about ones with red stripes? That’s a whole other level of cuteness, displaying pops of red for the holidays.
Get the tutorial at Uncommon Designs.
DIY Gingerbread House Christmas Porch
This is the sweetest Christmas décor idea yet! Transform your porch into a life-sized gingerbread house with DIY projects including dripping icing banners, oversized candy decorations, a yarn wreath, and the cutest gingerbread men.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
DIY Painted Sled
You’ll want to go dashing through the snow every time you step outside and get a glimpse of this charming little wooden sled. Paint yours however you like, but we love the festive bright red that reads “Let it Snow.”
Get the tutorial at A Pumpkin And A Princess.
DIY Cone Trees
Here’s a way to keep your porch looking merry and bright and modern! The cone trees are crafted of none other than colorful duct tape and poster boards. And fear not, they’re weatherproof!
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
DIY Gingerbread Birdhouses
Unlike the actual gingerbread houses you make for Christmas, these gingerbread birdhouses will last season after season. You just need wooden birdhouses, paint, and glitter so you can get creative with faux icing detailing.
Get the tutorial at Dream A Little Bigger.
DIY Noel Banner
Wreaths are a go-to during the holiday season, but a door banner? Now that’s unique! This one offers a chic design with gold ribbon and moss letters.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
DIY Giant Lollipop
We think you should make a giant lollipop or two for your front porch. It is the sweetest time of year, after all. And the best part? You can make these using dollar store supplies.
Get the tutorial at Life Sew Savory.
DIY Light Balls
To create the most enchanting ambiance in the trees throughout your yard, look no further than these handmade balls made up of twine, chicken wire, and lights. Hello, Christmas magic!
Get the tutorial at Crafted by the Hunts.