Boost Your Christmas Curb Appeal with These DIY Window Decorations
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They say windows are the eyes to the home—which is exactly why you should play them up when you put up your outdoor Christmas decorations! You'll be surprised how much a few simple window decorations can amp up your Christmas curb appeal. Whether you're looking for ideas for festive candles, window boxes, curtains, or garlands, this list of DIY Christmas window decorations is sure to inspire you. There's something here for every budget, style, and skill level. Seriously—DIY Christmas decorations have never been easier!
Anyone who passes by your house will no doubt want to stop and gaze at your beautiful handiwork. Check out the easy tutorial for oversized ornaments to hang in front of your windowpanes or the simple beeswax candles to place in each windowsill, perfect for complementing any rustic Christmas decorations you already have. You can also hang a Christmas garland featuring dried oranges or paper leaves on the inside of your windows for a cheery decoration that can be enjoyed from every angle. If you're looking for something small that will take your holiday trimmings to the next level, then these DIY Christmas window decorations are just what you need!
Christmas Ball Window Boxes
Classic Christmas balls are some of the most versatile holiday decorations at your disposal. Here, they're used to create a festive window box that also features twinkle lights and greenery. A mini wreath with a red ribbon is the perfect finishing touch.
See more at Oh So Lovely.
Modern Window Christmas Tree
If you can't display your main Christmas tree in a window for all to see, this one makes a stunning second choice. It's a real showstopper and it's so easy to craft using Command Hooks, fairy lights, and painter's tape.
See more at The Budget Decorator.
Hanging Window Ornaments
Add even more drama to a window garland by attaching colorful Christmas ornaments using fishing wire. It's a simply yet stunning detail!
See more at Her Tool Belt.
Christmas Wreath Window Seat
Your window seat will look twice as sweet when you hang a few simple wreaths from festive red ribbons. This is definitely one of those decorations that can be enjoyed from the indoors and outdoors.
See more at Thrifty Decor Chick.
Christmas Window Boxes
If you're looking to create a beautiful Christmas window box on a budget, this is the project for you. It features found branches, faux poinsettias, and oversized "ornaments" that are actually $1 bouncy balls spray painted silver. Genius!
See more at The Lily Pad Cottage.
DIY Easy Laurel Leaf Wreaths
These beautiful mini wreaths are the perfect size for hanging in smaller windows. The only things you'll need to make them are crepe paper, an embroidery hoop, and glitter card stock.
See more at Lia Griffith.
DIY Ornament Garland
Put your leftover Christmas balls to good use with this DIY garland tutorial. Simply string your ornaments onto a ribbon and hang it across your window to achieve this colorful, festive display.
See more at Pretty Quirky.
DIY Green and White Winter Wonderland Display
Dress up your window seat with fresh greenery, a white fur throw, and a DIY cozy cotton wreath that you can create for just $4. It makes the perfect sweet little centerpiece for this display!
See more at The Merrythought.
Flocked Wreath with DIY Wooden Sign
A pretty flocked wreath is made all the more special with the addition of a DIY hand-lettered sign declaring, "It's the most wonderful time of the year!" This decoration would look equally good facing indoors or outdoors.
See more at Lemon Thistle.
DIY Large Wreath Hack
If you have large windows, you'll want to hear about this clever statement wreath hack. All you have to do is stack two wreaths of varying sizes and hang them in your window with a little wire and ribbon!
See more at A Night Owl.
DIY Dried Orange Garland
A dried orange garland is always a festive idea, whether draped around your tree or hung in a window with care.
Get the tutorial at Francois et Moi.
DIY Oversized Ornaments
Transform inflatable red balls into a jaw-dropping window display this Christmas. No one will miss them when they pass by your house!
Get the tutorial at One Good Thing by Jillee.
DIY Festive Window Boxes
Anyone with a green thumb who misses their gorgeous window boxes in the winter should try this idea that uses evergreen sprigs and acorns.
Get the tutorial at Home Is Where the Boat Is.
DIY Striped Ribbon Wreath
Follow the steps this blogger set out for the best way to hang wreaths in windows. A beautiful ribbon is the prettiest option!
Get the tutorial at Life on Summerhill.
DIY Swedish Candle Wreath
Candle wreaths are popular during the Christmas season in Sweden, inviting light into one’s home during the darkest time of year. This DIY wreath will cast the same warm glow upon your window.
Get the tutorial at Francois et Moi.
DIY Mini Window Wreaths
When in doubt, go mini! If you don’t want to commit to a sizeable window wreath, try these little ones instead. They're made with fresh greens like eucalyptus and boxwood.
Get the tutorial at Say Yes.
DIY Easy Window Boxes
If you don’t have real-deal window boxes, look to none other than wire storage baskets to create this effect. Pack them with just-picked greens and a ribbon for additional flair.
Get the tutorial at Thistlewood Farms.
DIY Little Snowflakes
Create tiny snowflakes with a snowflake-shaped paper punch and tape them to the window. Enjoy freshly falling snow right in your living room.
Get the tutorial at Itsy Bits and Pieces.
DIY Magnolia Leaf Garland
A magnolia leaf garland could absolutely be a year-round addition to your window décor, but it's especially beautiful during the holidays.
Get the tutorial at Chatfield Court.
DIY Christmas Wreath Trio
Maybe one wreath on a window isn’t enough for you! Instead, you can follow this tutorial to hang a whole trio of wreaths, suited for windows on a door or a large picture window.
Get the tutorial at Tried & True Creative.
DIY Winter Greens Ornaments
To allow maximum sunlight to come in your windows and still decorate them up for the holidays, check out this how-to. Clear ornaments and faux greenery look chic and perfectly sunlit.
Get the tutorial at Creative Cain Cabin.
DIY “Merry Christmas” Banner
While you may always hang a banner from a fireplace mantel or staircase, what about trying a window instead? This one is a free printable, so you won’t go breaking the bank.
Get the tutorial at Today’s Creative Life.
DIY Christmas Wreath Display
Now this is how you create an indoor Christmas wreath display, flawlessly punctuating the windows next to your door with seasonal goodness.
Get the tutorial at Design Fixation.
DIY Blue Ornaments Decoration
It’s a “blue Christmas” indeed! For a burst of unexpected holiday color, consider hanging blue ornaments as décor for your windows.
Get the tutorial at Dans le Lakehouse.
DIY Mini Berry Wreaths
How charming are these diminutive wreaths? Made with bittersweet berry branches, they’ll look idyllic all winter long. You can even use them as fall décor too!
Get the tutorial at Flax & Twine.
DIY Ornaments and Pines
To create a gorgeous little scene in your window well, here’s what you need: miniature Christmas trees fancied up in plaid ribbon and glistening ornaments tied to the curtain rod. Easy and beautiful!
Get the tutorial at Creative Cain Cabin.
DIY Snowflake Window Clings
Did you know that you can make window clings with puffy paint and glitter? Try this fun, easy craft that your little ones can do too.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
DIY Foraged Window Boxes
This is one stunning way to outfit Christmas window boxes. Use foraged greens, a holiday bow, and a lantern to tie it all together.
Get the tutorial at Red Cottage Chronicles.
DIY Traditional Wreath
These boxwood wreaths are normally used inside, but they become outdoor décor with one simple product: a heavy-duty water proofer.
Get the tutorial at Bless’er House.
DIY Paper Stars
Paper stars may have been a DIY holiday tradition for you as a child, but these stars are especially stylish with their Scandinavian feel. How pretty do they look hanging in a window?
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
DIY Snow Wreath
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! If this is your fave holiday tune, look no further than this tutorial and make a super-snowy wreath. Frosty the Snowman would be proud.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
DIY Cardinal Wreath
Made up of pine branches and a handcrafted cardinal, this window decoration looks appropriate for Christmas and into the rest of winter.
Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.
DIY Star String Lights
Sure, you can buy basic string lights for your windows, but where’s the fun in that? Instead, make your own fairylike lights using transparent fabric and gold sequins. Magical!
Get the tutorial at Lana Red Studio.
DIY Paper Leaf Garland
Although this paper leaf garland could be used for most any occasion (birthdays! springtime soirées!), it looks gorgeous for Christmas windows.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
DIY Primitive Window Candles
For this DIY, you’ll purchase ready-made window candles but give them a rustic touch with homemade wax. Gather up beeswax, coconut oil, and nutmeg to make them look as if they came from a bygone time.
Get the tutorial at Rocky Hedge Farm.
DIY Lighted Garland
Give a faux Christmas garland a handmade look by adding wooden beads and real greens it. Decorate a small space, like the window above your kitchen sink.
Get the tutorial at Nesting with Grace.
DIY Wreaths and Ornaments
This is one easy-peasy DIY! Use a wreath you have on hand but give it extra Christmas cheer with an ornament hung in the middle. It looks delightful hanging on a window.
Get the tutorial at Town & Country Living.
DIY Checkered Curtains
Have you ever thought to make curtains just for the holidays? Well, these Christmas curtains are made from checkered tablecloths!
Get the tutorial at Create & Babble.
DIY Black and White Scarf Wreath
Baby, it’s cold outside! Make a window look completely cozy with a black-and-white checked wreath crafted with a warm scarf and some greens.
Get the tutorial at Taryn Whiteaker.
DIY Window Swag
A Christmas swag on a door is always a classic, but what about swags for your windows? These outdoor swags can rest along the bottoms of windows, making your home look like a holiday dream come true.
Get the tutorial at Craftberry Bush.
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