40+ DIY Fall Decor Ideas for a Cozy Home (2024)

Make over 40+ unique DIY fall decor projects to get your home ready for the season! Get ideas for autumn wreaths, signs, pumpkin art, and more.

40+ DIY Fall Decor Ideas for a Cozy Home (1)

Every year I get excited to decorate my home for autumn, and this year is no exception. it’s been a relatively hot and sometimes humid summer, and I’m quite ready to move onto my favorite season!

I love fall crafts, decorating pumpkins, fall signs, wreaths, and let’s not forget the desserts and candy. We all know that autumn is when people start churning out the baked goods and handing out neighbor gifts and goodies (oh – and I’m all in).

I’ve got a bunch of autumn decor projects to share with you that I’ll be releasing soon, but I wanted to start with a collection of some of my favorite tutorials of all time (yes, I’ve included my own projects!).

I’m hoping that something on this list inspires you.

The projects I’ve found are not just cute and perfect for a variety of decor styles (rustic, farmhouse, etc), but they’re also EASY for beginners. So if you’ve never crafted before, you’ll find something here you can make.

Check out my top picks for autumn decor below!

DIY Fall Decor

You're going to love this collection of handmade fall decorations including wreaths, signs, wall art, mantel decor, and more! Get your home ready for autumn with these 40+ ideas.

DIY Fall Olive Bucket Pumpkin Planters

Photo Credit:Anne Sutton

Make these olive bucket pumpkin planters to add seasonal charm to your outdoor fall decorations. This is quickly and easily assembled.

Glitter Acorn Decor

Make your autumn sparkle with this glittery acorn decor! These are perfect to add to a fall mantel or to enhance fall centerpieces.

DIY Wood Bead Pumpkin

Photo Credit:domesticallyblissful.com

Sometimes you're looking for neutral decor because you aren't big on oranges or browns - and that's where this pumpkin comes in! I love that it's made out of wood beads.

Easy DIY Leaf Bowl

Learn how to make a bowl using faux leaves, dollar store supplies, and fabric stiffener. This is so easy, even a kid can do it. Perfect autumn decor.

Fall Gnomes to Decorate Your Autumn Home

Photo Credit:Steve Carrell

Learn how to make the cutest DIY autumn gnomes to accent your seasonal decorating! These are such an easy project – great for kids or adults.

DIY Weathered Wood Sign

Photo Credit:Ginger Bowie

You can get that nice, soft weathered wood sign look with just a few simple steps and supplies. Use a Cricut or get vinyl letters at the craft store (or custom printed for you on Etsy).

DIY Simple Metallic Autumn Wreath

Photo Credit:Colleen Pastoor

Do you love playing with metallics during the fall season? Me too! I love how gold, copper, and silver were all brought together in this pretty autumn wreath.

Pretty Pumpkin Decorations Make an Impact

Create simple pumpkin decorations with chalk finish, diamond dust, and Mod Podge! This craft idea is so easy and perfect for autumn decorating.

Make These Fall Mason Jars in Minutes

Photo Credit:Angie Holden

Make these autumn mason jars in minutes with this easy tutorial! Anyone can make these jars for their fall decor, without any prior crafting skills.

DIY Wood Branch Pumpkin Wall Art

Photo Credit:www.aliceandlois.com

Use a plain pallet sign from a craft store and glue on different size branches from your yard to make the shape of a pumpkin! Perfect if you like a natural look for your fall decorations.

DIY Indian Corn Wreath

Photo Credit:Yvonne Pratt

Make a wreath that lasts from fall all the way through Thanksgiving! I love the neutral look of Indian corn. Uses a straw wreath form.

Make Mod Podge Pumpkins with Maps

Try a seasonal craft that is a bit different with these unique Mod Podge pumpkins made with maps.

DIY Autumn Frame Wreath

Photo Credit:confessionsofaserialdiyer.com

What started as a frame becomes a unique fall wreath with just a few simple supplies. I love the soft, neutral feel of this autumn decor.

Vintage Farmhouse Pumpkin Decor

Photo Credit:www.pnpflowersinc.com

Use mason jar bands, Mod Podge, cinnamon sticks, and some other goodies to make a very unique pumpkin! This is so easy and works with a variety of decor.

How to Make a Fall Sign in Three Steps

You can make your own autumn sign in three easy steps! You're going to use wood, scrapbook paper, and letters. Easy to customize!

Pretty Painted Acorns

Learn how to paint acorns - they make the perfect budget fall craft! Pick your favorite colors for your painted acorns, then display.

DIY Farmhouse Pumpkin Bucket

Photo Credit:Kimberly Sneed

There's nothing better than the farmhouse look for fall! Make your own DIY farmhouse pumpkin bucket in just a few easy steps. If you like simple stenciling, this will be a great project for you.

Paper Mache Pumpkins

Learn how to make a paper mache pumpkin using inexpensive supplies! This is a fun family activity for your fall decorating.

Felt Leaf Garland DIY

Photo Credit:happyhappynester.com

Create a homemade felt leaf garland that will look great in your home! Learn how to make the leaves (choose any colors you like) and assemble it easily.

Embroidery Hoop Pumpkins

Photo Credit:thecrazycraftlady.com

Grab your favorite pattern fabric, hoops, and a few basic craft supplies to make these super cute embroidery hoop pumpkins.

Dollar Tree Vintage Truck Fall Sign

Photo Credit:www.laurascraftylife.com

Use supplies from Dollar Tree to create a pretty vintage hanging sign to welcome autumn. I love the combination of turquoise and orange!

Fall Pumpkin Scarecrow

Photo Credit:gigglesgalore.net

I've always had a thing for scarecrows - they just say fall to me! You can make this using supplies from the craft store, including faux pumpkins.

Cinnamon Stick Candles

Photo Credit:www.homestoriesatoz.com

Cinnamon stick candles are gorgeous! Quickly make a centerpiece for any table. This is such an easy craft that you’ll be able to do this project in less than twenty minutes!

DIY Autumn Acorn Banner

Photo Credit:www.craftingcheerfully.com

Create a warm and cozy acorn banner from wool scraps. Grab the free template to create your own. This banner is perfect for using up your fabric and it can stay up all season through Thanksgiving!

Easy Loop Yarn DIY Pumpkin

Photo Credit:diybeautify.com

Make a loop yarn pumpkin with no glue and one skein of loopy yarn! Add this thick and chunky DIY pumpkin to your autumn decorating.

Cork Leaf Trivets

Photo Credit:Steve Carrell

It’s so EASY to make DIY trivets with cork! This tutorial shows you how to make cork trivets in four easy steps – adapt it to any design you like.

DIY Napkin Pumpkins

Photo Credit:downredbuddrive.com

Make beautiful DIY fall decor using a craft pumpkin and napkins! These pumpkins are absolutely beautiful and only take about 15 mins to make.

Repurposed Jack O' Lanterns

Photo Credit:www.houseofhawthornes.com

Find out how to make a super cute repurposed jack o' lantern for Halloween from a galvanized funnel (and other metal items). A quick and easy DIY project for fall!

How to Make Flannel Coasters

Photo Credit:jugglingactmama.com

Fabric coasters are a fun and easy sewing project that also make a lovely handmade gift. Raid your scrap fabric bag and find the perfect flannel fabric for autumn!

Wood Pumpkin Decor with Autumn Napkins

Learn how to make wood pumpkin decor using pumpkin shapes, paint, and autumn napkins!

DIY Welcome Sign with Boho Farmhouse Style

Flowers are so trendy right now, so instead of the sign I hang every year, I decided to make a DIY welcome sign for my living room this autumn. You can find out how it's made here.

Make Beautiful Mason Jar Leaf Lanterns

Photo Credit:onelittleproject.com

These mason jar leaf lanterns are SO PRETTY and they're so easy! This is such a great DIY fall decoration, and perfect for the Thanksgiving table as well.

DIY Pumpkin Vases

Learn how to make a DIY pumpkin vase using a white Funkin! This is an easy and pretty project without the mess.

Wooden Pumpkin Blocks

Learn how to make easy wooden pumpkins for autumn using wood blocks from the craft store! This is cute decor project you’ll love for fall.

Happy Fall Y'All Sign

Photo Credit:Kim Byers

I love that photos were incorporated into this Happy Fall sign! It's such a cute personal touch to a seasonal decorating project.

Wine Cork Pumpkins

Photo Credit:Steve Carrell

Learn how to make the cutest wine cork pumpkins for autumn decorating! This cork pumpkin craft is easy enough for beginning crafters. The whole family will enjoy this autumn decor project, and it’s done in three easy steps.