50 DIY Fall Decor Crafts You’ll Absolutely Love!
If you love fall decorating but are on a tight budget, DIYs are the answer! Here are 40+ easy DIY rustic fall decor crafts in farmhouse style that are perfect for your home! You’ll love simple they are as well as inexpensive – but they look perfectly farmhouse! Come check them out!
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There’s NOTHING Like Fall
When I was teaching, right around this time of the year, I used to get knots in my stomach as summer ended and fall approached. Not anymore! After I had my twin boys 4 years ago and became a SAHM, I realized how amazing fall is.
Well, now – hello, new favorite season! The weather is perfect, there are so many fun outdoor activities, and the smells and flavors of fall are soooo good.
The stores do a really good job of getting you in the fall mood while it’s still hot as heck in the summer, but there is something that sort of builds in anticipation, once I see the fall decor coming out.
And the wheels in my brain start turning for new fall decor DIY projects. And I’ve got some great ones to share with you today to get your home fall-ready with a personal DIY touch.
OK – so let’s get on to the inspiration!
50 Irresistible DIY Rustic Farmhouse Fall Decor Ideas
Grandin Road Inspired DIY Leaf Vine Pumpkins
How gorgeous are these? A stylish dupe for a mere fraction of the cost - and even more gorgeous in my opinion!
Paper Leaf Pumpkin Craft
I love the idea of adding these gorgeous paper leaves to a neutral colored pumpkin! Unique and classy!
HUGE Front Porch Welcome Sign
I see these signs EVERYWHERE and they definitely can get a little pricey. How great to make your own, right? And it's easier than you think!
Embroidery Hoop Pumpkins
I love this craft idea for a bright burst of color! Choose your fabric to fit with your fall home aesthetic!
DIY Faux Pumpkin With Floating Votives
I love how simple and elegant this is! A faux pumpkin with floating candles - a cozy way to add to your fall decor with this simple DIY!
Brown and White Transferware Pumpkins
This is one of the prettiest versions of a Mod-Podge pumpkin I've ever seen. The vintage look is absolutely elegant, again proving how classy crafting can be!
DIY Acorn Banner
Oh my word - I just love this one! I'm a sucker for any craft that uses book pages, but this one is especially festive and unique for fall.
Fall DIY Acrylic Sign
Not only is this one of my favorite quotes, but this is a genius was to DIY a sign like this by hand!
Paper Bag Leaves
I love this idea! Cindy has several amazing ideas using paper bags as fall decor - this is just one of them! Love the rustic look with this one! And they'll last all season!
DIY Farmhouse Pumpkin Bucket
That bucket, though! Can you believe it's DIY?!? I just love it. It takes that galvanized bucket look and brings it up a few notches!
Felted Wool Ball Acorns
Speaking of acorns, here's a darling way to make your own felted wool acorns. A gorgeous alternative if you don't want to go outside and hunt down the real thing!
DIY Clay Leaf Trinket Dishes
I am in love this these ideas! These leave trinket dishes are absolutely exquisite! So life-like!
Fall No-Sew Kitchen Towel Wall Hanging
I've had a lot of fun finding new ways to use kitchen towels as inexpensive decor and DIYs - a no-sew wall hanging is one of my favorites! This is soooo easy and can be done in less than a 1/2 hours! So many ways to customize this to your home decor and taste (and for any season you like!)
Super Easy and Almost Free DIY Acorn Tree Fall Decor
This is a super-easy project and costs little! Most of your materials are free from nature! This is a fun tree to make because you can decorate different for every season!
Seasonal Fall Shadow Box -
I especially love this idea because you can make it so unique and personal! Small crafts and meaningful touches make this a personalized craft!
Gratitude Tree with Acorn Favors
Not only is this adorable decor, but it's meaningful, too! It's a gratitude tree that encourages family members or guests to write what they are thankful for. Love it!
DIY Fall Floral Wall Hanging {Farmhouse Boho Decor}
This is an easy craft that is really adaptable for any season! In this version, the wall hanging has soft, neutral fall florals with wheat steams to give it a cozy, dreamy look.
Vintage Farmhouse Pumpkin
This one is actually my dream DIY fall project. I just love how this came out, and I think it would look amazing mixed in with any kind of farmhouse fall decor. My favorite thing is that it's just so original. You won't find anything else like this out there. (And those cinnamon sticks!)
Homemade Autumn Spice Soy Candles
You can almost smell this just by the picture, right?! lol If you are a candle lover and love those yummy fall scents, give this one a go!
The Easiest DIY Fall Sign Ever
This year, I'm all about the neutrals for my fall decor, so I'm loving anything wheat! This is such a great and EASY idea. (I'm all about easy, too! )
Fall Mini Pumpkin Garland
I've really found that garlands and buntings can add that extra something you're looking for when you're trying to decorate a space. They raise the eyes and fill some of those negative areas without being overwhelming.
Easy Fall Sweater Pumpkins Out of Sweater Sleeves
i'm a big fan of upcycling and I love how this project came out! It's stylish, simple, and absolutely adorable.
Pallet Wood “Farm Fresh Pumpkins” DIY Vintage Sign
Here's another great pumpkin sign. I love the rustic feel of this one. You'll pay decent money to buy one of these - SO much better to just make it. And I think you'll love it even more knowing you made it yourself.
Distressed Dollar Store Pumpkins with a Crackle Finish
For SAHMs on a budget, The Dollar Store is where it's at. I love that you can take something so cheap like these pumpkins and do a full-on farmhouse upcycle on them. Love it.
Super Easy DIY Neutral Rag Wreath
This was a project I wanted to do for a long time, and I'm so glad I finally did it! I love that it compliments neutral fall decor, but it really can be used any time of the year. Can't go wrong with a multi-functional, multi-seasonal piece!
Fall Hanger Frame with Dollar Tree Calendar
This is one of my most favorite and easiest hacks - using Dollar Tree calendars1 I love how this pumpkin poster frame hanger came out!
DIY Dry Brushed Chalk Painted Pumpkins
Here's another take on the painted pumpkins. I love this especially because the pumpkins that are cheap aren't always the colors I want. With this project - problem solved.
Pottery Barn Knockoff Metal Pumpkins
Anything I can make instead of spending big bucks at Pottery Barn is a win in my book! This is a top-notch project.
Enchanted Book Pumpkin- DIY Piece
I'm definitely a sucker for a book page craft. I think this one is just perfect for a rustic, vintage look.
Cheap & Easy Fall DIY Wood Bead Wreath
This is another very easy project that I love to do - these wreaths are so simple to customize to any season. I love how this one came out for fall! And it was made with Dollar Tree stems! Perfect for a softer, more neutral fall color palette.
DIY Cinnamon Wrapped Candles
How adorable is this? This is such an easy craft but what an upgrade to a regular candle! This is a must-do!
Wood Bead Garland with Fall Leaf Charms
Wooden beaded garland is a super-trendy piece of decor these days - this is a great spin to make it perfect for fall! Not just a tassel on the end but leaves, too! Perfect for the fall.
DIY Fabric Tape Pumpkins
I'm honestly such a fan of these super-easy DIY hacks. Fabric tape! It can add a whole new life to your cheapie pumpkins, that just makes it look so fresh and trendy! Sooooo simple! Absolutely love it.
DIY Wood Beaded Farmhouse Pumpkin
Using beads in crafts is a super-popular trend right now, and I just love it for a pumpkin! It has that clean, Scandanavian charm - and it's budget-friendly, too!
DIY Wood Twig Pumpkin
Sticks! It doesn't really get cheaper than that, does it!?! And I really love when you can bring actually pieces of nature into your decor, not just the faux stuff. This one would also be a great project to get the kids involved in, too.
Beautiful Neutral DIY Fall Door Hanger (Dollar Tree Supplies)
I love this idea using a tote bag as a container for fall decor! It's as easy as adding your favorite fall stems to a favorite tote bag! Looks festive on a front door or hanging from a wall hook indoors!
DIY Birch Bark Candle Holder
This is a fabulous project for fall! I also love that you can use birch for winter decor as well, so this works just by switching out your embellishments!
Painted Pumpkin Mason Jars
Oh my gosh, how cute are these! I can think of so many rooms in the house (kitchen, bathroom) where these would be so fun to use!
DIY Fall Decor with Hanging Mason Jars
Here's another spin on mason jars that I just love. It really is simple as filling them with all kinds of fall type objects - popcorn kernels, acorns, pine cones... very simple but a very striking effect!
Fall Pillows
Pillows are a great way to extend your fall decor beyond just the display tops of shelves, mantels, or tables, but out into the cozy spaces as well. Something so simple as a fall pillow can really complete your fall decor look.
Repurposed Pumpkins
How cute are these soft, squishy pumpkins?!? It's a great alternative to the typical hard, plastics ones, and what a great way to upcycle some fabric. There's so much you can do once you get started.
Fall Rustic Mason Jars
When it comes to farmhouse decor, you really can't go wrong with mason jars. There are SO many ways to use them or fill them. As I said, I'm all about the wheat this year, so I really love this one.
DIY Sheet Music Watercolor Fall Leaves
This is such a beautiful and original idea! If you love some more of a vintage looks ot your fall decor, this is a beautiful project that has an elegant touch.
Fall Signs (without vinyl, a Cricut, or Silhouette!)
There are so many cute projects involving cutting vinyl, but what if you don't have a cutting machine? This post shows tricks for creating all kinds of signs using different hacks. There are TWO fall signs in this post that you can create - a porch leaner and an 'hey there, pumpkin' sign!
Fall Book Covers
This is a great DIY project that's a wonderful alternative to stamped books! If you don't have a steady hand or you prefer a more 'polished' look for stacked books with words or phrases, this is a craft I think you'll love!
Easy & Adorable DIY Hand-Lettered Painted Pumpkins
This is an easy technique you can do on faux or real painted pumpkins! Choose any design you like and display it on a pumpkin for festive fall decor!
DIY Chalkboard Sign
If you have a shelf or mantel, this is definitely the way to go! I love this spin on the FALL sign, and really, you have so many possibilities for this kind of craft for every season. It's a great template to have under your belt. (And these girls are my FAVORITE.)
Artificial Hanging Flower Baskets
There was a time I might have shied away from using faux flowers in a planter, but after a long summer for watering plants and flowers, I'm here for it! With quality stems, you can create a beautiful flower basket for fall that rivals the real thing. And so much easier!
Easy DIY Fall Pumpkin Topiary
Topiaries add instant class to any porch, and this one made of pumpkins is inexpensive and adorable to make!
DIY Tassel Garland for Fall
This is a fun idea for fall decor! It's a perfect project using fabrics of your choice, to customize to your decor!
Easy DIY Tiered Tray Signs + Free Fall Printables
Mini signs are an absolute necessity if you're decorating a fall tiered tray - but sometimes they can be hard to find! It's not hard at all to create your own! This post also has free printables, sized just right, for these DIY tiered tray frames!
How to Style Fall Decor DIY Projects
In a few days or weeks, you’ll have all these great projects finished. Now what? If you need a little support in how to arrange all these amazing crafts you put together, I find that looking at pictures really helps me a lot.
These other posts can give you some inspiration!
30 Fall Decorating Ideas – Mantels, Kitchens, Entryways, and Tabletops.
21 Dreamy Fall Decorating Vignette Ideas (How To + Inspo!)
25 Elegant DIY Fall Centerpieces: Cozy Tables
30 Stunning Fall Mantel Decor Ideas
30 Fabulously Stylish Fall Table Decor Ideas
If you’re just starting out with all this, it can feel like a lot in the beginning. But I’ve found that little by little, each year, you just add and do a little bit more.
Trying to do every room, for every season, can definitely be overwhelming.
But you’ll see, as your fall decor collection grows, you’ll be moving things around, you’ll pick up a bargain at Hobby Lobby at the end of the season, and before long, you’ll have your farmhouse fall decor around your home, just the way you want it.
Speaking of budget-friendly, if you’re a fan of Dollar Tree, check out this video from Momma From Scratch for fun fall projects!
If you try one (or many!), I’d love to see it! Please tag me on Instagram so I can check it out!
If you try any projects, please tag me on Instagram @100affections or leave a comment on Pinterest! I’d love to see them!
Thoughts? I’d love to hear them! Leave a comment below!

So cute! I love the pumpkin made with words, and the fall sign! Decorating is so fun!
Aren’t they great! I’m so jealous of people who are so crafty! I wish I had time to do all of them!
I keep finding my way back Kate! Now that the kids are in school, it’s time to decorate. Can’t wait to try some of these DIY projects. <3
I’d love to hear how it goes, Janae! Please let me know! 🙂