10 DIY holiday projects to brighten your home

1 Glitter fruit

We’re starting off easy with these sparkly fruits – and we promise they won’t rot! Next time you spot some seemingly cheap and unpleasant looking fake fruit, consider picking them up to dip in glitter. They will add a special sparkle to any open table or as part of a display. The best part: you pick the colour to go with your theme for the holidays.   Pinned from @laurengeiger.blogspot.com For the link click here.

2 Christmas stockings post

It’s a Christmas staple to hang the stockings by the chimney with care, but if you have another plan for your mantel, or don’t have a fireplace to feature them, consider a simple post. This one may take some basic construction skills, but will be the perfect addition to your living room for the season. And after the holidays? A great place to hang kids’ coats and purses by the front door.   Pinned from @Duke and Duchesses For the link click here.

3 Reuse burnt out lightbulbs

It happens every year: lightbulbs burn out and you throw out endless little bulbs that would be perfect if you just painted or dipped them in glitter. Use your new décor accessories for displays, as ornaments or strung around the Christmas tree.   Pinned from @Yes Missy! For the link click here.

4 Festive throw pillows

Throw pillows are a staple all year round, but why not glam them up a bit for the holiday season? Fabric paint or fabric markers and a stencil are all you’ll require for this easy project to make your living space a little more festive and personal with a holiday message.   Pinned from @Pop Sugar Home For the link click here.

5 Holiday message vases

A classic DIY is to paint old vases, jars and bottles to make centerpieces. Take it one step further this year by painting on a holiday message. “Joy”, “Noel” and “Jolly” are just a few words to inspire this quick project before a dinner party.   Pinned from @Etsy For the link click here.

6 Plastic spoon Christmas tree

Christmas trees don’t just need to be cut down and decorated in your living space. Try these smaller trees made from plastic spoons. This may take a little longer to accomplish, but they look stunning once painted and placed around your house.   Pinned from @Hometalk For the link click here.

7 Fill your jars with goodies

We won’t deny the obscene number of bows, ornaments and candy left around the house during the holiday season. Keep them together and create a cute display for your foyer by finding some elegant jars and vases to hold the treats until you’re ready to use them (or eat them).   Pinned from @Babble For the link click here.

8 Rustic display

If you want to add a bit of green to your home, try this rustic tray of holiday accessories. Take some garland or leaves, pinecones and some accent ornaments left lying around and add in a candle or two. This project is customizable and perfect for any room in the house. It’s also a bonus if you have a spare vanity tray to hold it all in!   Pinned from @thefancyshack.blogspot.com For the link click here.

9 Christmas shadowbox

This one may require some creativity. Create a festive shadowbox to hang, display or give this season. Use anything from candy to ornaments to bells and fill the shadowbox however you’d like. Use stickers to easily attach a festive saying and you’re done.   Pinned from @blueeyedblessings.blogspot.com For the link click here.

10 Deer silhouette canvas

This DIY has been taking over Pinterest this season. Print off one of the many deer head stencils, paint it onto a canvas in any colour you’d like and you have the perfect piece to fill a blank space. Depending on how glam you make it, you may just leave it around after the season is over.   Pinned from @heylaurenrene.com For the link click here.