The Dollar Tree Lemon DIY For A Fresh And Vibrant Summer Look In Your Home

If you've been trying to figure out how to decorate your home on a budget with end-of-summer parties quickly approaching, this lemony DIY will add a cute piece of summer decor to your space. With just a few items from Dollar Tree, you can create a custom sign that's perfect for summer without breaking the bank, since every item at the store is $1.25. You might choose to make an adorable, mason jar shaped sign that resembles a glass of lemonade, or use a different shape and create custom lemon-inspired decor.

This DIY could be great for decorating a Labor Day party or a back to school pool party. Otherwise, your lemon decoration might just add a pop of color to refresh your home. Depending on how you complete this project, you could have a sign that sits on a table or leans against other decorations, or you could even showcase DIY Dollar Tree door decor that brings summer fun to your porch.

To craft an adorable glass of lemonade, you'll need Dollar Tree's galvanized metal hanging sign that's shaped like a mason jar. If you'd prefer that your project stands on its own, the metal tabletop icon is also perfect. Start by painting all the edges of your sign a cool blue color. Once this has dried, use yellow paint to create the look of lemonade in the glass. With white paint, make the lines of the jar's screw-top, and add a bit to the corners of your yellow portion, so it appears like a glare on the glass.

When you're happy with the paint job, you can add accents. One option is to free-hand a design onto your sign, such as writing a simple phrase like "summer fun" or painting on lemon slices and a few ice cubes. Alternatively, you might use alphabet stickers for your lettering, and images of ice cubes and lemon slices could be printed out and glued to your sign. Now, it's time to add the finished touches. With burlap ribbon and a bit of red checkered ribbon, form two X shapes to look like the ends of a bow and glue together. Tie a bow with jute cord and glue this to your ribbons. Finally, cut a paper straw to be shorter, glue it to the top of your decoration right above the yellow lemonade, and attach your ribbons and bow to hide the end of the straw.

Once your sign is finished, you might hang it on the wall or set it on a table. Alternatively, you could place it in a wooden crate with handles. Start by painting the crate, if you like, and possibly writing something like "lemonade" on the front. Your free standing sign will likely sit too low in the box, but could be propped up with floral foam blocks. When your sign is situated, fill the rest of the crate with artificial lemons for a unique take on this DIY. If this requires too many lemons, simply layer the bottom with more foam blocks before filling. 

For those that would prefer a different style sign, you might use one of Dollar Tree's wood plaques to make it. If your store happens to have lemon napkins, they can be glued to the wood for your background. Otherwise, try painting it a fun summer color, like green or blue, or something simple like white. Now, paint some round wooden ornaments to look like lemon slices. Try applying a coat of white, then drawing on your lemon slice and painting that part yellow. These ornaments can then be glued to your sign. You might also choose to add words or ribbons and bows. Not only can you DIY adorable home decor with Dollar Tree items, but this project will also help you decorate for the end of summer on a budget.