DIY Fall Decor: 16 Recycled Projects
This post is about DIY fall decor made from recycled materials.
If you love decorating your home for autumn but don’t want to spend a fortune on store-bought pieces, these ideas are for you. From cozy centerpieces to rustic accents, you can turn everyday items and scraps into homemade fall decor that feels warm and inviting.
Not only will you save money, but you’ll also cut down on waste and give new life to things you already have at home.
Table of Contents
- Pine Cone Wreath
- Wizard Themed Books
- Pallet Wood Fall Sign
- Tin Can Pumpkins
- Acorn Decoration from Old Tweed Jackets
- Easy Plush Pumpkin
- Pumpkin Magnets
- Recycled Paper Fall Leaf Garland
- Vintage Jello Mould Centerpiece
- Pumpkin From an Old Candle Jar
- Easy Pumpkin Vase
- Easy Bandana Pumpkins
- Rain Boot Floral Arrangement
- Easy Bohemian Bandana Pumpkins
- Pumpkin Bundt Pan Decor
- Pumpkin Wine Glasses
Pine Cone Wreath
Why go out and buy a wreath when you can make one at home with items you might already have? This easy tutorial turns some old packaging into a stunning wreath, perfect for Fall or Christmas!
Wizard Themed Books
Creating witchy/wizarding themed books is a simple way to decorate your space. Print off old book covers, or make your own and cover your hardback books with them.
Why not check out more ideas for crafts with old books?
Pallet Wood Fall Sign
This beautiful ‘Fall in Love With Autumn’ sign would be perfect porch decor! Make it using some old pallet wood and some simple craft supplies, following this easy tutorial.
Tin Can Pumpkins
A cute way to upcycle your soup, vegetable and fruit cans into a darling autumn craft. This Tin Can Pumpkins Craft is a variation of the tin can painting that we all learned in grade school. This is a simple craft that is easy enough for a child to make with some adult supervision.
Acorn Decoration from Old Tweed Jackets
Using some thrifted wooden bowls and an old tweed jacket, you can create beautiful Autumn decor for your home! This easy tutorial will show you how.
Easy Plush Pumpkin
This adorable pumpkin craft is so easy to make! This tutorial will show you how to make a pumpkin from an old hat.
Pumpkin Magnets
Pumpkin magnets are a super easy craft that you can decorate with all Fall long. You will need a few supplies, but can make these up in an hour or less. They’re a fun way to add fall decor in a simple way.
Recycled Paper Fall Leaf Garland
Here’s a great Fall project which puts to use that mountain of packing paper that comes in deliveries! How beautiful does this look? Get your free templates and see the step by step tutorial here.
Vintage Jello Mould Centerpiece
Using an old copper jello or baking mold as the base, make this beautiful centerpiece, perfect for your kitchen table or side table. The copper really adds to the Fall feeling!
Pumpkin From an Old Candle Jar
A candle in a jar is a lovely thing – you get to enjoy the candle, and then when it’s finished you have a jar with endless possibilities! This tutorial uses an empty Yankee Candle jar to create a cute pumpkin decor item, perfect for bringing a touch of Fall into your home.
Easy Pumpkin Vase
This tutorial shows you how to create a stunning pumpkin vase using a pumpkin, an empty jar and some foliage from your garden. This is such a cheap way to add instant classy fall decor to your home!
Easy Bandana Pumpkins
Add a touch of farmhouse fall decor to your home with these cute and easy toilet paper pumpkins! An easy 5-minute craft using a bandana and a roll of toilet paper!
Rain Boot Floral Arrangement
This amazing idea uses an old rain boot with a hole in it and some faux flowers to create a stunning floral arrangement, perfect for for Fall porch decor.
You might also like this tutorial on how to make a succulent planter from some old hiking boots!
Easy Bohemian Bandana Pumpkins
These easy pumpkins are made using repurposed bandanas and look amazing! This tutorial will show you how easy it is to create these pumpkins to add to your Fall decor this year.
Pumpkin Bundt Pan Decor
This tutorial will show you how to make a beautiful pumpkin bundt pan from a $3 thrift store find. It’s the perfect way to add fall charm to your home, and so easy to make!
Pumpkin Wine Glasses
If you are looking for a fun idea for a girls night craft, these pumpkin wine glasses are perfect! Made using a few budget-friendly materials and unused wine glasses, this is an easy tutorial to follow.
And there you have it – simple, creative ways to make fall decor from recycled materials.
With just a little imagination you can give old items a fresh purpose, save money and keep waste out of the landfill.
Whether you’re making a rustic centerpiece or a cozy autumn wreath, these homemade fall decor ideas will bring warmth to your home all season long.
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