A lot of people look forward to fall. The air starts getting colder, and we start decorating our homes for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Decorating our homes every Autumn is an important cultural event that makes the season fun and memorable. Many people spend a lot of time and money building elaborate scenes that attract crowds. Still, fun and festive doesn’t have to be expensive.
You can make something unique with the supplies you already have on hand. Get out your pumpkin spice and a pair of scissors because we have some easy ways to make your house look great on a budget.
Something old
If you have antiques lying around, they make fantastic decorations. Look around in thrift stores for quirky items that’ll bring a traditional touch to your decorations.
Some great ideas include old ice skates, metal lunch boxes, old radios, and lanterns. Look for items with a classic aesthetic that you can repurpose for cheap.
Pine Cones
Pine cones grow on trees and are everywhere in the fall. They also smell great and make incredible Christmas decorations.
A small golden string or red fabric ribbon tied to the top will help you hang pine cones from your tree, and you can glue them together to make rustic decorations. They even look great in a basket with a few twists of dried orange peel.
Get crafty and creative. Pine cones are free or cheap, so they should be a staple for budget decorations.
If you’re in a location that doesn’t have pine trees, try ordering some online from stores like Bonanza.
Orange peels
Speaking of orange peels, they dry into almost any shape you want and give a burst of dark orange color to your decorations. They also smell amazing, especially with pine.
Try cutting orange peels into stars or making twists by drying them around a fork. They also make perfect orange poinsettias and Christmas trees. Take the time to cut them thoughtfully to turn trash into treasure.
Lighting
A big part of making scenes look great is getting the lighting right. Look for warm LEDs that give a nice orange color without costing very much.
Candles are traditional, but an orange LED can do the trick if you hide it in the wax. Look for creative ways to place the light to make your scenes come alive. The secret is to try out a lot of angles to see where it looks best.
Green Leaves
They won’t last long, but a bough of green leaves will make your Christmas presents look amazing. A little goes a long way, and make sure to get fresh cuttings just before the big party.
Pine works really well, but mistletoe and holly are also traditional. Any leaves can look great if you’re crafty.
If you want the decorations to last, a string of plastic leaves is a good cheap option from the crafts section of any big store. A little will go a long way.
