Give your home a warm and cozy makeover for autumn on a budget with DIY fall decor ideas.
With these budget-friendly decorating ideas, natural elements such as maple leaves, pinecones, acorns, twigs, corn stalks, and more can be transformed into stunning decorations with a bit of creativity and a few craft supplies you may already have on hand. There are both indoor and outdoor fall decorations for inspiration.
Whether you want to decorate your fall mantel, dining room table, fall front door, or fall porch, there are plenty of simple autumn decorating ideas for the entire home.
These decor ideas are a perfect way to welcome autumn into your home without breaking the bank. You will find cheap and easy DIY projects for fall centerpieces, fall garlands, wall art, mason jars, fall wreath ideas, signs, and much more.
Whether you are looking for farmhouse fall decor, rustic fall decor, or a more modern aesthetic, there are plenty of different styles of DIY home decor ideas.
These DIY fall decorations make great fall crafts for adults and will give your home an autumn touch on a budget. Many of these projects can be made with dollar store supplies, so they make great Dollar Tree fall decor ideas as well! These DIY ideas add a personalized touch to your autumn decor, making your space feel unique and festive.
Indoor Fall Decor Ideas
Centerpieces and Candle Decorations
Cinnamon Stick Candles from Front Roe
Mason Jar Maple Leaf Luminary from Create Craft Love
Spray Painted Pumpkin Centerpieces from Hip 2 Save
Pottery Barn Inspired Candle from Live Laugh Rowe
Acorn Mason Jar Candleholder (source unknown)
Pinecone Candle Centerpiece from Rita May Days
Mason Jar Leaf Luminary from One Little Project
Easy 5 Minute Autumn Centerpiece from Stone Gable
Candy Corn Candle Tray (source unknown)
This one makes a great DIY Halloween decoration too!
Candy Corn Spray Painted Jar Candle from Wine & Glue
Maple Leaf Twine Wrapped Candle (source unknown)
Easy Pumpkin & Candle Centerpiece from Sophia’s Decor
Rustic Sweater Candle from Family Chic
Rustic Mason Jars Centerpiece from Sincerely Jean
Candy Corn Bottle Centerpiece from Brit + Co
Harvest Basket Centerpiece from Opulent Cottage
Mini Pumpkins Vase from Ten June
Copper Pumpkins Centerpiece from Up to Date Interiors
Fall Leaf Branches Vase (source unknown)
Fall Candle Centerpiece from A Pumpkin and A Princess
Maple Leaf Candle Centerpiece from That’s What Che Said
Autumn Lantern Centerpiece from The Frugal Homemaker
Pumpkin Decor Ideas
DIY Mercury Pumpkin from The Frugal Homemaker
Pumpkin Topiary from Prudent Penny Pincher
Dry Brushed Chalk Painted Pumpkins and Gourds from Anderson and Grant
Thrift Store Pumpkin Makeover from Healthy Wealthy DIYs
Easy No Sew Burlap Pumpkins from Confessions of a Plate Addict
Mason Jar Lid Pumpkin from Country Cook
Dryer Vent Pumpkin from A Diamond in the Stuff
Confetti Faux Pumpkins from Made in a Day
Paper Roll Pumpkins from Domestically Blissful
Doily Pumpkin from I Love to Create
Book Page Pumpkin from Creations by Kara
Other DIY Indoor Fall Decor Ideas
Free Fall SVGs from Prudent Penny Pincher
Twine Tied Burlap Thanksgiving Table Cloth (source unknown)
DIY Leaf Stamped Napkins from All Things G&D
Give Thanks Mini Pumpkins Mantel from A Diamond in the Stuff
DIY Gold Leaf Pinecone Garland from The Sweetest Occasion
DIY Acorns from Domestically Blissful
Fall Leaf Art from Just A Girl
Easy Yarn Pumpkin Garland from Not Quite Suzy Homemaker
Give Thanks Fireplace from Adventures in Decorating
Fall Leaves Banner from Sondra Lyn at Home
DIY Fall Leaf Tree from Made in a Day
Autumn In A Jar from Styleburb
Hurricane Vase Decoration from My Hearts Desire
Lit Up Pinecone Willow Basket (source unknown)
Leaf Bowl DIY Craft from Morena’s Corner
Gold Acorns (source unknown)
Great for vase fillers, in a bowl, or as a table decoration
Glittery Maple Leaves Garland from House of Jade Interiors
Candy Corn Pine Cones from Who Needs A Cape
DIY Throw Pillows from Dollar Tree Kitchen Towels from The DIY Mommy
Hanging Faux Fall Leaves Garland (source unknown)
Candy Corn Button Art from Repeat Crafter Me
DIY Outdoor Fall Decorations
Mini Pumpkins, Gourds and Pinecones Lantern from Jenna Burger Designs
Tipsy Pumpkins from Birds and Blooms
Dollar Store Pumpkin Topiary from Crafty Morning
DIY Pumpkin Flower Pot from I Heart Naptime
Spray Painted Pumpkin Pail with Mums from Drab to Fab
Outdoor Harvest Sign from The Magic Brush
Harvest Basket Decorations (source unknown)
Pumpkin Crate from Life as a Thrifter
Neutral Farmhouse Front Porch from Taryn Whiteaker
Wood Crate Pumpkins from Crafty Morning
Outdoor Fence Decorations from Creative Cain Cabin
Pinecone and Burlap Ribbon for Outdoor Lamp (source unknown)
DIY Scarecrow Tutorial from The Budget Decorator
DIY Rustic Chalkboard Sign from The Frugal Homemaker
Pumpkins and Hay Bales from The Crafting Chicks
Natural Leaf and Branch Door Hanger from Studio Gray House
Fall Wreath Ideas
DIY Burlap Wreath from Today’s Creative Life
Easy and Inexpensive Autumn Wreath from The Latina Homemaker
Fall Gnome Wreath from Youtube
Easy DIY Berry Wreath from To Simply Inspire
Cheap & Easy DIY Leaves Wreath from Brendid
Front Door Basket from Prudent Penny Pincher
Autumn Hydrangea Wreath from It All Started with Paint
Orange Pumpkin Halloween Wreath from Grillo Designs
Deco Mesh Pumpkin Wreath from Miss Kopy Kat
Twig Letter from The Happy Housie
Acorn Wreath from Tried and True
Pine Cone Hanger (source unknown)
Rustic DIY Grapevine Wreath from Crafts Unleashed
Burlap Wreath from Just Call Me HomeGirl
DIY $5 Wheat Wreath from Youtube
Burlap Pumpkin Wreath from Crafts by Amanda
Autumn Scrap Fabric Wreath from A Beautiful Mess
Deco Mesh Pumpkin Door Hanger from Miss Kopy Kat
Pom Pom Wreath from Hunt and Host
Ribbon and Burlap Wreath from Kenarry
If you tried one of these DIY projects or any other DIYs on my website, please leave a 📝 comment below and let me know how it went!
DIY Fall Decor FAQs
How can I decorate for fall with no money?
Decorating for fall doesn’t have to cost a thing! Nature can provide many of the materials you need. Collect leaves, acorns, twigs, and pine cones from your yard or local park and preserve them to make them last longer. You can add them to your bowls and vases or use them to make a simple wreath using a cardboard wreath form.
Don’t forget to repurpose and upcycle things you don’t use anymore. For example, old sweaters can be turned into pillow covers, DIY pumpkins, or even added around a candle holder for a cozy touch.
By using your creativity, natural elements, and items you already have at home, you can create a warm and inviting autumn atmosphere without spending a dime!
How do you simply decorate for fall?
Simple autumn decorating is all about embracing the natural beauty of the season and using what you have. Use natural materials like leaves, acorns, pine cones, and twigs to create a few simple statement pieces like a wreath, garland, or centerpiece. You can paint pinecones or add glitter to them to match your home decor style!
You can get creative by repurposing your everyday items, such as adding autumn florals to your old jars and vases or using old books to make book page garlands or book pumpkins. Also, you can add free fall printables to your picture frames to add festive fall ambiance to your home.
