30+ Stunning Farmhouse Christmas DIY Projects (2024)

There’s nothing cozier than a farmhouse Christmas. Here are 50+ DIY farmhouse Christmas decor projects to help you get that rustic Christmas look you’ve been dreaming about!

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In my opinion, most of our non-life-threatening problems fall into one of two categories: not enough time or not enough money.

When I was still teaching and before I had kids, my problems centered around not having enough time. I taught high school English, and the amount of time it took planning, creating and grading (oh my word, the grading!) was dizzying.

My nights and weekends were filled up with so many school-related tasks (So. Many. Tasks.).

Now that I’m home with my boys and not working, money is more of an issue.

I have more time (well, sort of – I’m home more, if that’s any distinction; chasing twin toddlers doesn’t always equate to having more time), but not really the luxury of being able to spend how I used to.

Enter: The Holidays.

It’s been a whole new world getting used to reinventing our existence on one budget – and that includes how we celebrate Christmas.

I never was a super-crafty, domestic, Martha-Stewart-type girl. I am definitely more the cerebral, Type A, book-smart girl.

Being a mom and being at home has really forced me to flip my brain a bit and work a little more from the intuitive, creative side.

And that’s how I’m approaching the holidays this year: lots of creative, homemade gifts, decorations, and ways to celebrate that are easy on the budget.

DIY Rustic farmhouse Christmas decor is my latest obsession, so of course, that is the rabbit hole I jumped down on Pinterest.

Today I’m focusing on farmhouse Christmas DIY decorating projects. If you love rustic farmhouse, these projects will be right up your alley! They are truly beautiful.

And if you need some more DIYs for Christmas queued up, here are DIY Christmas Wreaths – classy farmhouse wreaths that are beautiful and original, DIY Christmas Ornaments, and DIY Scandinavian Christmas Decorations, perfect for minimalists!

(Updated to add: I’ve since done MANY of my own projects for Christmas! You can fine 21 EASY Rustic Christmas DIY and Decoration Ideas right here– most easy enough to do in one sitting, 30 minutes or less, with materials you most likely already have!)

50 Very Best Rustic Farmhouse Christmas Crafts

Burlap Ribbon Trees

Photo Credit:www.thegirlcreative.com

I love this one for a few reasons: 1. Super easy. 2. Super cute. 3. The Girl Creative is my sister and I think she's amazing. Seriously. Go make this craft and check out all the other stuff on her site.

Yarn Wrapped Christmas Trees

Photo Credit:www.thriftyandchic.com

This is another fun idea for DIY textured Christmas trees, using yarn instead of burlap. So cute!

DIY YARN CHRISTMAS TREES (EASY & LAST MINUTE DECORATION IDEA)

Photo Credit:www.francinesplaceblog.com

Here's another fun take on a yarn-wrapped tree that's simple and stylish! Works perfectly if you have a little more of Scandinavian Christmas decor!

Rustic Wood Presents

Photo Credit:homegardenandhomestead.com

This is a super-cute and easy project if you have some scrap wood hanging around!

Gift Wrap Decor

Using wrapped gifts as decor is an amazing way to add inexpensive bling! Check this out for an abundance of ideas!

Cinnamon Candle

Photo Credit:www.ahundredaffections.com

This one is so, so easy! Cinnamon sticks glued to a thick ribbon, glued around a candle! Insert greens of your choice and done!

Vintage Candle Centerpiece

This is more of an arrangement than a craft, but it's super-easy to put together and has a stunning, charming effect!

Christmas Wood Shim Tree DIY

Photo Credit:www.hometalk.com

Such a fun and easy idea for a Christmas tree craft! Put all of these trees together for a varied and wonderfully eclectic look!

No Sew Joy Banner

Photo Credit:www.stonegableblog.com

Burlap banners and buntings have been on trend for a few years now, and if you throw in a 'no-sew' element, definitely sign me up.

Easy DIY Upcycled Sweater Christmas Ornament

Photo Credit:ahundredaffections.com

I love using ornaments like this to hang on hooks or other places around the house! Made from repurposed sweaters, you can create a gorgeous Christmas craft while reducing clutter! And it's made from a Dollar Tree plastic ornament!

Water Free Snow Globe Ornament DIY

Photo Credit:www.hunnyimhomediy.com

This is a super-cute craft that is perfect for those small spaces that just need a little something extra!

DIY Wood Christmas Countdown Clock

Photo Credit:www.thriftyandchic.com

I'm a huge fan of the 'countdown to Christmas' projects, and I just love how this one came together. I promise, this will be a totally unique piece in your house.

WOODEN BEAD STAR CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS.

Photo Credit:www.gatheringbeauty.com

I love this idea not just for a tree ornament but also for wall decor and those other spaces where you want to hang decor - above islands, from mantels or shelves, in doorways. Love it!

How to Flock a Real Christmas Tree

Photo Credit:chasingdaisiesblog.com

This is a fantastic tutorial that you can use not just for your big tree that needs flocking, but maybe for other crafts and projects where you'd like to flock as well.

Reclaimed Wood Merry Christmas DIY Sign

Photo Credit:www.craftcuts.com

This one looks like a store-bought wonder. I love everything about this one.

Shiplap Ornament Display

Photo Credit:www.livelaughrowe.com

I love how simple and easy this one is. This can be hung on a wall or leaned against a mantle, or propped up around a fireplace. So fun.

Wooden Christmas Tree Shadowbox Sign

Photo Credit:www.adventuresofadiymom.com

If you've got shadowboxes you'd like to repurpose, this is a wonderful way to upcycle for a wonderfully rustic Christmas craft.

How To Celebrate Christmas With An Advent Wreath

Photo Credit:craftivitydesigns.com

Advent candles, calendars, wreath - anything to observe the arrival of Jesus is my favorite. I love that this is beautiful decor with significance as well.

DIY Farmhouse Galvanized Bucket with Template Download

Photo Credit:www.lilblueboo.com

These specialized Christmas galvanized buckets can get pretty pricey in the store, so this is a fantastic DIY option if you love these kinds of pails and pitchers!

"Believe" Rustic Christmas Art

Photo Credit:www.triedandtrueblog.com

I just LOVE this project. This one is definitely on my ‘to make’ list this year.

DIY Metal and Wood Christmas Sign

Photo Credit:www.blesserhouse.com

This is another one of my favorites that checks off all the ‘rustic farmhouse’ boxes. Love it. This one does involve some power tools, but the result is just stunning.

DIY- Christmas Tree Glitter Sign,

Photo Credit:ashadeofteal.com

If you love stenciling or wanting to try your hand at it, this is a beautiful DIY project to include in your home this year!

Twinkling Christmas Canvas Art

Photo Credit:www.cleanandscentsible.com

Thislookslike a complicated project but it really is so doable! And the effect is amazing

DIY Stocking Post

Photo Credit:www.shadesofblueinteriors.com

Oh gosh, this is another one that I love so much. It is such a unique way to display stockings, especially if you don’t have a mantel or other wall hooks.

Winter Luminaries: Snowy Pinecone Candle Jars for winter

Photo Credit:craftsbyamanda.com

I’ve been all about using mason jars in my home decor lately, and I love how they can be adapted for Christmas with this craft. Just love it.

DIY Woodland Sign

Photo Credit:livelaughrowe.com

This is another rustic sign I love. With a little wood, stain, paint and stencil, you can make this one yourself!

Simple Framed Glass Holiday Floating Signs

Photo Credit:northernfeeling.com

I just love the clean, simple look of this sign. If you are on the minimalist side, you'll making this one.

Rustic Stocking Holders

Photo Credit:www.honeybearlane.com

Stocking holders can be pretty expensive, but I love how these are so personal as well as give a rustic, homey look!

DIY String Art Christmas Stocking Holders

Photo Credit:theturquoisehome.com

This is another beautiful idea for stocking holders - string art! Super-popular these days, and it adds a fabulous, rustic look to your Christmas decor.

Easy Wine Bottle Centerpiece

Photo Credit:www.lilyardor.com

This is such an easy, simple idea for a Christmas centerpiece, but it looks so lovely. Perfect if you want that Scandanavian look for the holidays.

DIY Paper Bag Christmas Trees

Photo Credit:www.thebeautydojo.com

If you love a good upcycle, this is just an adorable idea! There are lots of ways you can use paper bags as tree covers, and they all look amazing.

DIY Snow Covered Pinecones

Photo Credit:www.ellaclaireinspired.com

Pine cones are one of my favorite pieces of free decor – I love that you can use them for fall and then just add a little snow for Christmas – and winter after! A ton of bang for the buck! This technique is transferrable for other objects to flock!

DIY Wooden Christmas JOY Sign

Photo Credit:www.re-fabbed.com

I adore this sign, and I’m already thinking of so many ways I can put this one together with things I have around the house. There’s many ways you can personalize this look and make it your own!

Free Sleigh Ride Printable Canvas Sign

Photo Credit:www.cleanandscentsible.com

This is made from a free printable! Can you believe that?!? I LOVE this one, and it honestly has given me a ton of ideas to use with all kinds of free printables. It is definitely worth learning how to make this kind of sign, for any season!

Dried Orange Garland

Photo Credit:thegingerhome.com

Last year, I became a HUGE fan of dried oranges in Christmas decor. This tutorial will show you how to make it as a garland!

DIY Tassel Christmas Tree Garland

Photo Credit:www.thebeetiqueblog.com

If your decor is a little on the boho side, this tassel garland is super-cute! Love it!

Wood Slice Ornament Banners

Photo Credit:housefulofhandmade.com

Nothing says rustic more than wood slices, right? There are many ways you can customize a wood slice banner – this tutorial gives you a great starting point!

Christmas “Joy” Wreath

Photo Credit:www.sixsistersstuff.com

I’m always looking for something more unique to hang on my door than just the standard round wreath. I think this is a beautiful, easy-to-make DIY project! Less than an hour, and $15!

DIY PAPER CHRISTMAS TREE

Photo Credit:placeofmytaste.com

This is a classic, simple project for a perfect vintage look. Super-easy to make and customize, and it’s a fun one to get the kids involved in, too – DIY decor project and kid craft activity in one – win for everyone!

Simple Burlap Christmas Stockings

Photo Credit:tarynwhiteaker.com

These stockings are sweet and simple, and I love how they are simply displayed as well. This is a perfect mix of minimalism and rustic decor!

Snowy Tree Winter & Christmas DIY Table Decoration

Photo Credit:www.apieceofrainbow.com

This one only takes 20 minutes to make, and the effect is stunning! I love that it also can transition seamlessly to winter decor right after Christmas!

Easy DIY Reclaimed Wood "Noel" Christmas Sign

This was one of my first DIY projects, so you know it was pretty easy to put together! But it’s still one of my favorites! You can customize this with any winter word you’d like, as well!

Christmas DIY Hanger Frame

This is a super easy and super cheap craft idea. The frames are made from paint sticks and the picture is from a Dollar Tree calendar! You can use any printable you'd like for this project - any season!

Christmas Crate

Photo Credit:thesavvysparrow.com

This is such a fun idea and can serve multiple purposes! It would look adorable on a table filled with Christmas ornaments, use it as a Christmas Eve box, place gifts inside and use as decor!

Super Easy to Make Cute Norwegian Christmas Gnomes

Photo Credit:www.pillarboxblue.com

Gnomes have been so popular the last few years! I love that this is a no-sew project the uses upcycled materials! Creating this is a no-brainer!

Farmhouse Planked Wood Snowflake Sign (Pottery Barn Dupe for $2)

This was one of my favorite projects to make because first, it's sooooo cheap! Second, it's a Pottery Barn knock-off! And finally, you can put it up for Christmas and leave it up all winter long. Win, win, win.

DIY Modern Wood Holiday Sign- The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Photo Credit:www.lemonthistle.com

Isn't this one just so gorgeous?!?! Classy, elegant... give this one a try!

Clothespin Snowflakes

Photo Credit:westmagnoliacharm.com

I love the Scandinavian feel of this project! So simple and inexpensive to make, but it would look amazing with rustic Christmas decor. I can see these cute snowflakes hanging all of the house!

How to Make a Stunning Homemade Pinecone Garland

Photo Credit:www.lavenderhomefront.com

I love using nature in decor any time of the year. Using pine cones is a huge bang for the buck whereas you can make this even in early fall and keep it up through the end of winter! Gorgeous rustic charm!

DIY Christmas Tree Boho Wall Hanging

Photo Credit:designingvibes.com

If you like a little boho in your Christmas decor, give this one a try! Easy to make and can be made with real or faux pine greens!

Christmas Art Idea

Photo Credit:lovelyindeed.com

What a fun way to get a vintage vibe for Christmas! Use Christmas sheet music of favorite Christmas carols as framed art! Genius!

String Art Trees

Photo Credit:asformeandmyhomestead.com

I love the soothing feel of this project... the simplicity of design, the flow of the strings. A simple but beautiful addition to your Christmas decor.

Merry Christmas Blocks

Photo Credit:www.coffeewithus3.com

What a fun way to use blocks! You can customize this to whatever saying you'd like! I love blocks like this to fill in some small spaces that need a little extra Christmas decor!

Rock Nativity Canvas Wall Art DIY Christmas Project

Photo Credit:crayonsandcravings.com

There's something about this one that I just adore. Maybe it's the simplicity and rawness of the first Christmas reflected in this Nativity. Absolutely moving and precious.

Etched Candle Holders

Photo Credit:thediydreamer.com

These candle holders are just gorgeous! I just love the pop of red in such a subtle, understated way!

Are you inspired yet?!? These rustic, farmhouse Christmas DIY pieces will definitely give you the cozy, Christmas feeling you are looking for! DIY farmhouse Christmas decorations are SUCH a great way to add that sweet, homey touch for the holidays.

For even more farmhouse Christmas DIY crafts, take a look at this video!

More Christmas Decor Inspiration

If you’re looking for some inspiration for decor ideas and where some projects can fit in, or aren’t quite sure where to start with your Christmas decor, check out this post for Farmhouse Christmas Decor Ideas and Inspirations! I also have posts on Christmas Tiered Trays, Christmas Tablescapes, andChristmas Mantels.

And make sure you look at these farmhouse Christmas porches for some outside decor ideas!

Also, special ways to display Christmas cards can also be some pretty easy (and cheap) Christmas decor, along with advent calendars. These multi-purpose projects can make the holidays a little more festive while adding to your holiday decor without a separate project!

And if you need more ideas for decorating your house on the cheap, in addition to DIY, here’s how I decorate my house for Christmas on a tight, SAHM budget with little money to spend plus, you can check out my 2019 Christmas Home Tour and my Rustic Glam Christmas Home Tour for 2020, and my Christmas home tour for 2021!

You can also find budget-friendly minimalist Christmas decorating ideas here!

Fall might be just starting now, but, if we get going now, we just might get done in time. 🙂

Please tag me on Instagram @100affections or leave a comment on Pinterest if you make any of these DIY projects! I’d love to see how they come out!

Want more Christmas inspiration? Check out my All Things Christmas post – all of my Christmas posts in one place!

Thoughts? I’d love to hear them. Leave a comment below.