40+ Cozy DIY Winter Decor Ideas (Farmhouse Style)
If you need help decorating your home after Christmas and don’t know where to start, here’s help! Here are 40 winter decorations you can DIY! Easy, budget-friendly, in cozy farmhouse & cabincore styles!
How Can I Decorate My Home in January?
That’s the big question, right? After all the Christmas decor comes down, then what? It can feel sparse and empty, and putting the ‘regular’ stuff out doesn’t feel quite right either, does it?
Well, I definitely have a few thoughts on this (are you surprised? lol). First, even though things feel more bare after Christmas, I kind of like it. Christmas is amazing, but sometimes… it’s so much.
It feels like a winter cleaning once the Christmas decorations come down, and I sort of roll with the minimalistic feel. The removal of the alll the clutter and stuff feels likes a breath of brisk winter air.
So, I like my house to be decorated with that same feel. Less truly is more. I encourage you to embrace that.
Second, if you do your Christmas decorating right, it can easily transition into winter decor. What do I mean by that?
Well, as a lazy decorator, I try to stream-line as much as I can. So, I intentionally do not do a lot of red because a lot of the other stuff that doesn’t scream “Merry Christmas” can be kept around. Of course, the signs, ornaments – things like that- should go away until next year.
But, the greens, the trees, the snowflakes, the snowmen … as long as they aren’t red, can stick around. So, it makes for an easy transition to winter.
How Do I Make My House Cozy in the Winter?
Before we get to the winter DIY crafts, I want to point you to two other posts I have that may help this whole winter decorating debacle.
This post, Cozy Rustic Farmhouse Winter Decor Ideas, has all the tips and strategies to decorate for winter and make your home a snug haven and wonderland.
This can be super-helpful for the overall feel you want in your home for a cozy winter.
These winter crafts fit in with that decorating philosophy.
This post, How to Decorate for Winter after Christmas, Farmhouse Style (with Before and After Pictures), is where you can see it in action.
I have lots of before and after pictures so you can see how I went from Christmas to winter decor right in my own home.
However, in all of my decorating, budget-friendly decorating for sure, DIYs are a staple. Not only are they fun for me to do, but it is a cool sense of pride to see your own handiwork displayed in your home.
Themes for Winter DIY Decorations
As you go through the list of DIY winter projects for the home, you’ll notice there are some ‘themes’ or trends. I’ve tried to group them together so you can see a progression. But basically, you’ll see variations of the following in the winter crafts:
Winter Greens
Pine Cones
Trees and Branches
Candles and Lights
Snow Theme
Blanket and Sweaters
All of these work together to create a cohesive theme of winter without being ‘too much.’ You can use them sparsely, as a continuing theme through your house, or maybe just where you need a little something.
Lots of them even will look gorgeous outside on your winter porch!
Even the snow decor contributes to a cozy, hibernating vibe for the winter.
OK, let’s check out these amazing winter DIY projects!
40+ Cozy Winter Decor Crafts (Farmhouse & Cabincore Styles)
You can create these projects for winter decorations – or you can even include them with your Christmas decor!
DIY Vintage Bells Winter Swag
This is a very easy DIY that you can create in literally minutes with some hanging bells on a rope, faux winter green stems, and big ribbon bow! Perfect if you love vintage style decor! This craft does double-duty and can work for both Christmas and winter!
Simple Winter Centerpiece
This is a super-simple arrangement but woodsy feeling we love about winter decor. Love this idea for a dining table or coffee table centerpiece.
Wood Vase Holder
This is one of my favorite projects. I just love the look of using glass bottles as a decor. If you aren't afraid of power tools, give this one a go!
Stacked Tiered Tray with Greens
This is a really pretty idea if you have a tiered tray or tiered bowls that you want to use as a centerpiece. Simple but so elegant.
Snow Covered Pinecones
Snow covered pine cones is a project that you can use for lots of other projects, once you have the technique down. Or, it looks just beautiful displayed with some greens.
Pine Cone Potpourri Bucket
This one is also more of an arrangement than a DIY, but we can call it a simple DIY, right? Some pine cone potpourri in a galvanized pail... so easy. You can doctor up the bucket with winter decor as well.
Pine Cone Garland
This is one of my favorite DIYs. This is perfect for winter but you can also change out the hanging decor what's seasonal!
Snowflake and Icicle Branch Tree
This is a tree I originally made for fall, but I change out the decor each season! Here you can see it in winter white, with icicles, white ornaments and snowflakes!
Snowy Tree Winter
This is such a cozy piece of decor for winter using pine cones as well! Click through to see another beautiful centerpiece using pine cones as well!
Outdoor Winter Arrangement
Don't forget your front porch when you're decorating for winter! This is a simple DIY that is a super-easy transition from Christmas.
Sweet Snow Day in a Jar Birch Branch Arrangement
This craft has been one of my favorites for years! t is just the essence of winter in a beautiful display.
Icicle Branches
Branches are wonderfully perfect and free winter decor. I LOVE how just adding icicles to them takes it up to a whole other level. You can use this with lots of other winter decor projects.
Birch Bark and Pine Cone Trees
Oh my goodness- how amazing are these? They're made from real materials - real birch bark, y'all.
Wood Slice Trees
If you like rustic decor, these wood slice trees would be perfect for your cozy look.
Driftwood Tree
If wood slices aren't your thing, how about driftwood? This is wonderfully natural and would even work even if your farmhouse look leans more coastal.
Winter Yarn Trees
Oh my goodness, y'all. I can't even with the cuteness of this. Someone please make this and make sure you add that penguin.
Tea-light Log
I adore the rustic feel of this! A branch, a drill and some tea lights. Just wonderful.
Cinnamon Candle
This is a super easy project that uses cinnamon sticks and ribbon to add instant warmth to your winter decor.
Mason Jar Light
I'm a big fans of mason jars, and I just love these luminaries! Sooo cozy!
Winter Luminaries: Snowy Pinecone Candle Jars
Here's another take on luminaries if you're a fan of candles instead of lights. So charmingly vintage!
Snowflake Votive Holders From Up-cycled Oui Jars
I myself have saved several of these pretty yogurt jars! I adore them as snowflake votive holders!
DIY Paper Doily Snowflakes
You can never go wrong with snowflakes in winter decor! This is an easy craft but looks so magical, especially with lights!
Snowflake Garland
It's amazing how snowflakes decor actually makes a home cozier! Isn't it funny how that happens? This is a fun one to add some winter cheer. If you like a more monochromatic look, you can paint them all the same color.
Mini Winter Hat Garland DIY
This is soooo adorable for winter! This looks like a complicated craft, but it's really pretty simple! And I think it's something that is truly unique for winter decorations!
Snowflake Bunting
Here's another take on a snowflake garland that you can hang from hutches, shelves, and mantels.
Vintage Snowflake Sign
I love the vintage feel of this craft! If you love a rustic cabincore look, this is your project!
Snowflakes in a Frame
This is another snowflake fun idea if you have shelves or a mantel to style - or want to create a winter gallery wall! If you have a black or dark accent wall, this would look AMAZING!
Farmhouse Planked Wood Snowflake Sign
And if you still haven't gotten enough of snowflakes, here's one more for you! This is a Pottery Barn dupe - the larger version of this sold for over $200. This one: just $2 to make.
Boho Winter Basket Art
This basket wall art has a fun winter vibe that's perfect for boho, rustic, and cabincore styles!
Snowflake Coasters
I love the versatility of this project: super cute winter decor and necessarily functional! Win for everyone.
Snowflake Mason Jar Vases
These are so fun for winter decor. I'm loving the bright cheeriness of the light blue. It's perfect to break up some of the typically neutral winter decor.
Paper Bag Stars
These are fun for Christmas as well as after! I'm a huge fan of transition decor - and while this looks so complicated, this is a super-easy project.
Winter Curled Paper Snowflakes
Here's another version of a snowflake craft, but this one is from paper! How adorable is that!
Winter Tree Wall Hanging
I just love this idea for winter wall decor! This is a really pretty way to add in winter art until you're reading for spring!
Pom Pom Garland
Look what you can do with cozy yarn! This is a fun DIY that fills in those spaces that just need a little extra!
DIY Snowballs Made with Pipe Cleaners
This is so much better than the real thing, in my opinion! I love this for filler decor in bowls, lanterns, vases, baskets, etc!
DIY Winter Scene Cloche Centerpiece
Cloches have become so popular in the last few years, and I love how they can become the centerpiece of a winter vignette! Pretty enough to stand alone as its own craft, this one definitely grabs the eye!
Easy DIY Crochet Jars
This is a beginner level crochet project that makes such a warm and cozy winter jar! All you need to know is the basic chain stitch (which you can learn in the post!)
Old Sweater Vase Cozies
Don't forget the sleeves of your old sweater! This is another amazingly cozy upcycle for a jar if you arent' a fan of crocheting!
Blanket Pillow
This has been one of my favorite ways to repurpose a pillow AND an old blanket! The same technique can also work with an old winter sweater!
Simple Snowflake Wall Hanging Winter Decor
This is a simple and pretty idea that is reminiscent of falling snow! If you don't have a Cricut, you can just amke youre own snowflakes with paper!
DIY Winter Candle Holder
This is another super-cute winter craft that using a cutting machine - but it's a way cheaper version of a store brand! I love how festive and cozy this is!
DIY Winter Room Decorating Ideas
Amazing, right? So many fun and festive ways to decorate your home for winter and make it as cozy as can be! I’d love to see what you came up with! Please tag me on Instagram @100affections or leave a comment on Pinterest!
And for more winter decorating inspiration, take a look here:
And if you have a mantel, take a look here for winter-mantel-specific inspiration!
For gorgeous and classy winter tablescapes, check this post out!
If you’re planning ahead for Valentine’s Day or spring, I’ll link a few spring resources you can bookmark or pin!
Valentine’s Day Decor Inspiration
Easy Rustic Valentine’s Day Decorating for an Elegant Look
30+ Farmhouse Valentine’s Day DIY Decor Projects
Budget-Friendly Farmhouse Valentine’s Day Decor
‘10 Easy Ways to Decorate Your House for Valentine’s Day Like a Pro
8 Valentine’s Day Mini Sign Free Printables
8 Super Easy Farmhouse Valentine DIY Projects from Dollar Tree
Spring Decor Inspiration
21+ Rustic Farmhouse Spring Decor Ideas that are So Simple to Recreate!
21 Farmhouse DIY Projects You Need in Your Home This Spring!
25 DIY Spring Wreaths in Rustic Farmhouse Style (The Prettiest Ones Out There!)
30 Farmhouse Spring Porches You’ll Fall in Love With
Thoughts? I’d love to hear them! Leave a comment below!
Such Beautiful and great ideas! I just retired and now I have the time to do all the crafts that I never had the chance to do. I will definitely be starting here.Thanks so much
Thank you so much for letting me know, Connie! Nothing makes me happier than knowing someone is finding something they love to do! Enjoy! I’d love to see some finished products! And congrats on your retirement!!! 🙂