DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations
Are you ready to turn your outdoor space into a dazzling winter wonderland? Imagine your neighbors’ jaws dropping as they admire your show-stopping DIY Christmas decorations. In this article, we will reveal unique ideas that will leave your neighbors astonished and bring the holiday spirit to your home. From giant lollipops to life-sized Santa’s sleigh displays, we’ve got the perfect inspiration to make your outdoor decor truly remarkable. Get ready to amaze your friends and family with these eye-catching creations and spread the joy of the season throughout your neighborhood. Let’s dive in and discover how to make your outdoor space the talk of the town this Christmas.
Candy Cane Solar Lights
Light up your drive for Santa with these awesome solar powered candy cane lights. You’ll need a pvc pipe and red duct tape. Cut the pipe to 2 foot and then paint it white. Then start wrapping your red tape around the pipe. Then you’ll stake this into the ground and put your solar powered light on top. Make sure to put them in a place that gets a lot of light to get the solar powered light charged throughout the day.
Giant Lollipops
Add a festive, candy land feel to your home this holiday season with these easy and affordable DIY Giant Lollipops. Start by grabbing a few pool noodles and plungers from the dollar store. Depending on the size you want the lollipop to be, wrap several red pool noodles with white tape to create a striped effect then wind them together to form the lollipop, using hot glue to attach. Gently coat the plungers in two layers of paint, and then use hot glue on the noodle for a secure hold. Finally, add a layer of duct tape to secure the plunger to the pool noodle and wrap with clear cellophane. For a truly festive finish, tie a festive ribbon around each one.
Dollar Store Wire Basket Snowman
Make a cute snowman from Dollar Tree wire baskets! You’ll need two large and two small wire baskets, wire, E6000 glue, a glue gun, decorations like ribbon, black buttons and tinsel. Stack the two large and two small baskets together, holding them with E6000 and hot glue for a permanent hold. For extra stability, weave some flexible floral wire through the baskets. To make the top hat, use a dollar store cookie tin and a plastic plate which are glued together and spray painted black. Decorate the snowman with tinsel for a scarf, and black buttons and eyes. Complete the look with a carrot nose . Finally, add battery operated fairy lights to give him a warming glow.
Giant Fake Cupcake
Liven up your holiday decor with a giant faux cupcake! You can easily create one using an expanding foam spray and a flower pot. Add more character with plastic or felt sprinkles, a red ornament for the cherry, and a ball for the center. Fill the pot with foam and your whimsical cupcake is ready to dazzle!
DIY Gumdrops
Make large gumdrops from round bottom planters to give your home a sweet, festive look. Start by coating the outside of each planter with spray-on glue, then add a generous amount of clear glitter to create the sugary texture of a real gumdrop. Let the pails dry completely, then turn them upside down and place them in clusters along the walkway or driveways for a twinkling surprise. With these delightful decorations, your home will be ready to sparkle and shine this holiday season!
Melting Snowman
Make an adorable melting snowman to sit on your porch with just a few supplies. You’ll need cardboard, felt, and clear lights, you can create a festive masterpiece that everyone will love. Start by gluing the lights onto the cardboard and then add the tree topper. For the finishing touches, use felt for eyelashes and black pompoms for the smile. With this special project, you’re certain to get more compliments than anything else you’ve ever made!
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