26 Adorable Dollar Tree DIYs To Get Your Home Ready For Fall

Have you noticed a nip in the air making you crave your plaid blankets and white-washed pumpkins? As the leaves change and sweaters reappear, it's time to changeover your house from summer to fall. Generally, you'd use popular autumnal decorations like pumpkins, gourds, and pinecones to update your home decor. However, if you'd like your house to be the talk of the block this season, simply plopping down a carved pumpkin on your porch won't cut it. You need to step up your game. But if you'd rather not spend your hard-earned money at high-end stores, step into your nearest Dollar Tree to DIY decor for the harvest season.

While you want to grab a few basics — such as pumpkins, candles, dried plants, and colorful fall-inspired leaves — you don't want to grab items randomly, no matter how cheap or cute. You also don't want to make multiple trips to the store to buy items you forgot the first time around. So, earmark the DIYs you love in advance and jot down the supplies you'll need to bring them to life. Need a little help to embrace the season in all its warm-hued splendor? Here are 26 adorable Dollar Tree DIYs to get your home ready for fall.

What's fall without floral arrangements in warm tones like red, yellow, orange, and brown? Instead of spending money at a craft store, DIY one using a $1.25 splatter screen. You'll also need a $1.25 roll of burlap ribbon to cover it. Once the base is ready, use fall foliage, faux flowers, and berries to complete the look. Hang your DIY floral arrangement as is, or add a large bow at the bottom to hide the screen's handle.

If you like to get your spooky on as soon as fall rolls around, this adorable Halloween DIY is an inexpensive must-try. You only need a few $1.25 floral foam cones to give your mini ghosts some height. For the head and mouth, grab a few plastic pumpkins for $1.25 each. A little bit of glue, white cloth cut to shape (a small snowy towel works, too), and large black — haunted or innocent, your choice — eyes will round out the look.

Do you want your living or family room to embody the spirit of autumn? Create a gorgeous fall centerpiece with this festive Dollar Tree hack using a lazy Susan as your base. In case you don't have an extra at home, buy a 14-inch harvest-themed lazy Susan for $5 and sand and stain it (or paint it) to remove the writing. Now, get a harvest-themed artificial floral pumpkin arrangement in your color of choice and place it on top of the Susan. Stick a bow to add some oomph, or let it be.

This lit-up centerpiece DIY is ideal for homeowners who want their centerpieces to be pretty yet functional. The best part, though? It's a breeze to replicate, and you can get the supplies for $1.25 per item. You'll need a 7.25 by 3.25-inch clear glass cylinder vase, a pack of 10-ct Christmas House micro LED cool string lights, a couple of 12-inch fall-themed floral stems, a packet of reindeer moss (or Spanish moss), and a 5-yard roll of decorative mesh ribbon or a 3-yard glitter glow-in-the-dark ribbon roll.

A smart way to repurpose a shower curtain rod in your home is to turn it into a garland holder. Draw inspiration from this TikTok video and ensconce the rod in a $1.25 foam pool noodle before wrapping fall garlands around its length. In case you don't find the garlands at your nearest Dollar Tree, replace them with $1.25 fall leave foliage stems. Spend $1.25 each on pumpkin filler stems and luau raffia grass skirts to cover the bare spots. Finally, drape with $5 harvest leaf lights.

Pumpkin-shaped outdoor lanterns will get your yard ready for fall, too, but they can be quite expensive. Instead of scrapping this plan, why not turn a simple $1.25 clear round glass floral bowl into an outdoor lantern? While at it, spend $1.25 more to grab a 9.5-foot decorative nautical rope. Turn the bowl upside-down, fashion pumpkin-like ridges out of the rope, and glue them in place with a hot glue gun. Add a stem and decorate your makeshift pumpkin with fall foliage prior to nestling the string lights inside.

Want to make a statement with stunning maple trees gracing your entryway without spending a significant sum? DIY a gorgeous tree on a budget. Grab a black plastic broom handle, a 32-ounce pack of multi-toned river pebbles, and a wooden decor box for $1.25 each to form the base of the tree. Additionally, get a few fall leaf foliage stems, depending on how dense you want the tree to be. The TikTok creator uses wood filler (you can use E6000 or hot glue) and black tape to put the tree together.

Looking for fall porch ideas that will transform your space into an autumnal paradise? This exquisite wreath for your front door, made using only Dollar Tree items, will surpass your expectations. To DIY the wreath, purchase a pumpkin-shaped wreath form and floral craft green foam block for $1.25 each. Now, follow the above video to put the two together, craft a stem out of nautical rope, and add pumpkin filler stems and maple leaves to the foam to fluff up your wreath. Remember to keep a glue gun handy to stick a couple of leaves to the pumpkin's stem.

If pumpkins are your favorite thing about the fall season, go big and declare your love publicly with a pumpkin wreath. Buy a floral garden metal wreath form and a 50-pack of mini clothespins for $1.25 each. As for the main attraction, grab a few plastic pumpkins or spend $3 on a 6-foot flocked orange pumpkin garland. Once you have the supplies, follow along with the video to craft your pumpkin wreath. However, if you're only moderately pumpkin-crazy, break up the monotony with reindeer moss and multi-hued and textured gourds and pumpkins.

Displaying faux flowers seasonally in a pretty vase requires some game-changing tricks that make artificial flowers look real. However, if you aren't too keen about spending money on a vase, turn a pumpkin into a vase for your fall flower arrangement, especially when a carvable foam pumpkin costs a mere $1.25. Cut off the top, and your vase is ready to go. But be careful while creating the hole, or you'll be left with unsightly jagged edges. Paint the pumpkin a different shade to make your foam vase stand out.

You might have been using picture frames to neatly display your family photos, but these unassuming frames can also serve as high-end candle holders. Grab four 5x7 inch matte black plastic photo frames for $1.25 each and remove the cardboard and the back. Hot glue the frames together and your candle holder is ready. Insert a few pillar candles inside, along with decorations like pinecones, miniature pumpkins, and a few leaves to get the holder to fall-ready. Take care that none of the items come close to an open flame, or opt for LED candles instead.

Dollar Tree's glazed pumpkin trinkets with lids might have you enamored with their beauty and $1.25 price tag. But instead of using them to house candies or other accessories, transform them into adorable fall candles. You just need to melt some wax (or borrow it from another candle) and pour it into the glazed pumpkin trinket, per the video. Position the pumpkin candles on a $1.25 porcelain pillar candleholder for a chic look. But if this DIY seems like a lot of work, insert some floral foam in a trinket, jam a slender candle in the middle, and decorate the leftover space with autumnal flowers.

Placing high-end floral arrangements on your coffee table will enhance its aesthetic appeal. Better yet, seasonal blooms will set the tone for the interior decor. Worried about the pocket pinch? Follow this TikTok video and build one yourself. You'll need three (or more, depending on how long or wide you want the arrangement to be) rectangular wooden crates, retailing for $1.25 each. Plus, you need tacky glue (or another heavy-duty adhesive), spray paint if you wish to change the crate's color, floral foam, faux fall flowers, and a 3-piece pack of decorative pumpkin clips for $1.25.

Dollar Tree's 16-inch assorted artificial pumpkin and maple bushes are a steal at $1.25 each. So, if you couldn't stop yourself from grabbing a few on your last visit, we don't blame you. But if you're yet to find a vase pretty enough to do them justice, purchase a 6-inch glass hurricane flower vase for $1.25 on your next visit and prettify it. You don't have to do much. A simple coat (or two) of your favorite spray paint and textured finish should do the trick.

Pumpkins, gourds, pinecones, tiny wooden plaques, and string lights are ideal for decorating your home in autumn. However, positioning them haphazardly on any available surface will make the space look cluttered rather than fall-ready. You need a beautiful holder to proudly display all your fall-themed decor. Draw inspiration from the above video and buy a few things for $1.25 each. Hot glue a 6-inch fall leaf ceramic bowl, a 7.5-inch fall-themed pumpkin side plate, a 10.5-inch fall leaf ceramic plate, and a porcelain candle holder for your custom tiered decor holder.

Dressing your fireplace mantel in fall colors will draw the eye and add visual interest to your living or family room. Although not as easy as putting up stockings on Christmas, this DIY garland just requires a pool noodle. Plus, you don't have to painstakingly glue anything down; sticks and stems are enough. Better yet, all decorations you need to cover the noodle are available for $1.25 each, including Crafter's Square 9-foot Halloween ribbon and 3-yard harvest-style rolls,  11.8-inch faux velvet pumpkin picks, and a pack of assorted decorative Halloween pumpkin picks, fall foliage stems, and plastic pumpkins.

You might purchase rustic galvanized fall pumpkin wall signs for $1.25 and use them for their intended purpose, aka hanging them up on your walls or doors, to give them some personality. But that's not the only thing these signs are good for. They make for a keen topiary, too. You just need three such signs (feel free to adjust the number per your preferences): a broomstick handle, some hot glue, fall-inspired flowers, pumpkin clips, and a metal bucket (available for $1.25).

A framed pumpkin might sound bizarre, but it's the perfect conversation starter if you plan on inviting a few guests over during the fall season. The cherries on top? This reverse canvas DIY is quite simple, doesn't require a ton of supplies, and isn't time-consuming. So, pop on your DIY hat and grab a 10 by 10 inch-stretched painter's canvas and a carvable foam pumpkin for $1.25 each. You'll also need a sharp pair of scissors, some wood stain, glue, cutter, and some paint — bonus points if you consider one of the three unexpected colors to use in your fall home decor.

Candles are an essential part of fall decorations. But why would you want to settle for simple ones when you can customize them per your preferences? Instead, pick up a pack of fall-themed embossed hologram window stickers and an unscented white pillar candle or white LED pillar candle for $1.25 each. Now, for the fun part. Apply a little Mod Podge to the candle's surface and press in a sticker. Avoid sticking with just one design. Experiment with fall leaves, pumpkins, and sunflowers to complement the decorations around your home.

You go through the hassle of upgrading your basic pillar candles into statement fall pieces, but what about the candle holder? You wouldn't want to put the candles on an uninspiring candle holder since it would compromise their enchanting appearance. To give your upgraded candles the treatment they deserve, buy two round glass mirror candle holders, a pack of harvest-themed table scatter, and a glass taper candleholder for $1.25 each. Glue the items together to DIY a stunning base for all your fall-esque candles. String lights are optional but will add intrigue.

Need a cutesy holder to add life to your fall decor? Grab a 6-inch clear glass bowl and an 8-inch decorative clear glass bowl for $1.25 each. Now, glue them together using a strong adhesive. Once the holder is dry, spray paint it a warm (to make it a fall-esque look) or neutral (to use it year-round) shade and your holder is ready for action. Fill it with lush decorations, like the $1.25 luxurious velvet-covered decorative pumpkins, and put it on your accent table. Don't forget to bring it out on Halloween to your store candy in style.

If you want large decorative faux pumpkins to grace empty nooks and crannies in your home, this DIY is for you. You'll only need to buy a few $1.25 round DIY plywood hanging decor items to fulfill your wish. The oval ones would work, too. Glue three of these plywood decor items together for a plump pumpkin. Paint it your favored shade before adding the finishing touches. Alternatively, choose white if you want to transfer patterns on it, like the TikTok creator.

Twine and tassel don't just go hand-in-hand for curtain tiebacks. They look just as beautiful, complementing your fall decorations and showpieces. The good news is DIY-ing them is a breeze, provided you have the right supplies. So, step into Dollar Tree and pick a few Crafter's Square items for $1.25, such as a 3-roll pack of colorful baker's twine, a 24-piece pack of wooden beads, and a 10-piece pack of decorative acorns. Choose a pattern for your trinkets and string the items (poke holes using a paintbrush or wooden dowel rods) one by one for a bespoke string garland.

In case you're missing stacked pumpkins and need something similar to decorate your home with, DIY a pumpkin topiary of your own — with Dollar Tree supplies. To create a stackable pumpkin topiary, grab three pumpkins (or more for an elaborate design) in varied sizes. Stack them as is in ascending order, or refresh them with a few coats of paint. Don't forget to apply glue while stacking, or your topiary is liable to come down like a house of cards. Use moss, twine, leaves, and luau skirts to give it a rustic appearance.

Generally, toilet plungers are used to unclog a blocked drain line. Nevertheless, you can transform it into a steady fall planter with this creative DIY. So, invest in a $1.25 19-inch thermoplastic toilet plunger to get started. Place it in a vase — anything you already have on hand works, just ensure it isn't transparent or the business end of the plunger will be visible. Zip tie the faux fall foliage and florals, cover the handle with ribbon (or paint), and add a few rocks (underneath fake moss if you want) to ensure it doesn't tip over.

DIY-ing falling maple fronds is a creative way to use fall leaves in your decor. For this hack, you'll need a 50-piece pack of polyester maple leaves for $1.25. Now, put your sewing skills and machine to use to craft the falling maple leaf lines. Otherwise, use a fishing line and hot glue to achieve the desired look. Remember to maintain a little gap between the leaves to avoid overdoing it. Once ready, hang the strands from the ceiling using clear push pins; a 120-piece pack costs $1.25.