25 Cheap DIY Dollar Store Fall Decor Ideas That Look Expensive

Wondering how to decorate for fall on a budget this year whilst still maintaining that expensive look? Look no further!

These super cute DIY Dollar Store Fall décor ideas are perfect for when you want to do a total fall reset without splashing the cash!

From burlap wreaths to easy table settings to dainty home accents, you’re sure to find at least 1 DIY project to try this Fall!

Craft alone for some relaxation time or get your friends and family involved for some much needed special time together.

25 BUDGET FRIENDLY DIY DOLLAR STORE FALL DECOR IDEAS

You can find most of these supplies at your local Dollar Store, but you may need some basic crafting supplies too to pull off these mini projects; think paint, brushes, glue gun, scissors etc.

For your convenience, here is a general list of items you will find at the Dollar Store/ Dollar Tree: (everything usually $1)

Pumpkin decorations (foam, plastic, ceramic)
Burlap material
fall ribbons
twine
candles (pillar, tea light, votive and LED battery operated candles)
glass candleholders
glass vases
acorn packs
fall leaves
garlands
mason jars
fall florals
Basic crafting supplies (mini glue sticks, glitter, spray adhesive, etc.)
wreaths (wire, foam, straw, and grapevine)

Some additional supplies you may need:

acrylic paint ($0.50 for a small bottle at Walmart)
spray paint
paint brushes
hot glue gun
stencils
tape
scissors
craft knife

SPRAY PAINTED PUMPKIN FLOWER HOLDER

Transform a simple dollar store pumpkin into a gold gilded centerpiece with a little bit of spray paint.

Grab one (or many) of those candy pails, spray and fill with fall flowers, garlands or even candy! You would never guess these cost as little as 69 cents each!

FARMHOUSE PUMPKIN MAKEOVER

If you love farmhouse décor as much as me, you’re going to go crazy over this simplistic, yet elegant looking table setting. Follow this step-by-step guide to add a minimalist pumpkin feel to your home this Fall.

DIY FALL HANGING TABLE CENTERPIECE

Dress up your autumun dinner table with some handmade hanging fall leaves. This is SO fun to make and looks amazing over a fall or thanksgiving table!

*HGTV for some reason removed their handy DIY post, so I’ve included a link to another amazing DIY you might like!*

DIY PUMPKIN CANDLE HOLDERS

These DIY pumpkin candle holders are so cute and easy to make.

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WINE CORK PUMPKINS

Have a bunch of wine corks just about to be recycled? Hang on to them, and create this fun alcohol themed pumpkin decoration instead.

This would look amazing on the kitchen island or near the wine rack!

HALLOWEEN BANDANA PUMPKINS

Halloween doesn’t have to be traditional, and that’s why I love these cute bandana pumpkins.

If you love working with felts and fabrics and are good at sewing, you’ll love making these stylish pumpkins.

DOLLAR STORE PUMPKIN TOPIARY

This pumpkin topiary is super easy to make and looks fabulous in any living or porch area!

CINNAMON STICK CANDLES

To make these cinnamon stick candles, you’ll need cinnamon sticks ($1.50 at Walmart), some twine (Dollar Tree) + a vanilla pillar candle (Dollar Tree).

The aroma from these candles makes the home smell heavenly!

Wondering how else to make your home smell divine throughout the year?

Check out our post: 47+ genius ways to make your home smell amazing (all the time).

FALL CANDLE CENTERPIECE

Easy to make, but oh so pretty, this easy to arrange Fall candle centerpiece is perfect for cheap but expensive looking decorating this season.

EASY DIY FALL WREATH

If you’re on the lookout for a traditional DIY Fall wreath, this step-by-step tutorial is definitely for you. So bright and colorful!

GLITTERY FALL LEAVES GARLAND

Prefer sparkly over spooky? Try adding this Fall leaves garland to your home for a touch of glamor. You’ll need a pack of faux Fall leaves, some ribbon (thin), glitter and glue

PUMPKIN FRONT DOOR DECOR

These adorable pumpkin door decorations can be made using $1 plastic pumpkins, some craft paint, tissue paper, mod podge and some Halloween themed ribbons.

ACORN MASON JAR CANDLE HOLDER

To make these vintage style acorn mason jar candle holders, you’ll need a clear mason jar with a handle, a white tealight and a pack of faux acorns.

You can also go acorn-picking too, which is a fun fall bucket list activity for the whole family!

FALL CANDLE WREATH

When it comes to Fall, pumpkins and candles go together like peanut butter and jelly.

Grab a grapevine wreath, faux or real Maple leaves, natural raffia, a scented pillar candle and a glass pillar candleholder. Easy 5 minute craft.

MASON JAR FALL LUMINARY

Cute and stylish! Kids especially love getting involved with this kind of rustic DIY craft!

FALL LUMINARY CRAFT

Add a warm glow to your home this Fall with this neat fall luminary craft.

FALL LEAVES GARLAND

Another great option for a simple fall accent to your home. Add to the living area or kitchen for an elegant feel.

FALL FARMHOUSE SUNFLOWER JARS

This is another fall décor idea that would look perfect in a minimalist or farmhouse style home.

FALL BUCKET LIST STICKS

I love this idea! Pick a stick and decide which fall bucket list activity you’re going to do.

This brings a super literal meaning to bucket list. Can’t wait to try this one out myself. I have 50+ ideas on my fall bucket list already!

CANDY CORN MASON JARS

I wish I tried this sooner! These DIY painted candy corn jars are beautiful and look amazing in any corner of the home.

These could easily be a decoration statement by themselves.

FALL LETTER WREATH

To make this Fall letter wreath, you’ll need some grapevine wreath, burlap ribbon, faux leaves, hot glue, and a wooden letter (you can usually find these at a Walmart).

MESH PUMPKIN WREATH

Looking for a wreath that screams ‘Halloween’? This is it.

BURPLAP PUMPKIN WREATH

This is also it. Another ‘Halloween’ screamer. Either would look amazing on your front door.

DOLLAR STORE LEAF BOWL

For a quick and easy DIY Dollar Store décor idea, try this leaf bowl makeover!

DOLLAR STORE FALL WREATH

Traditionally stylish, this dollar store fall wreath is super simple to make and looks gorgeous on any front door.

TWIGS AND LEAVES FALL BUCKET

To make this twigs and fall leaves bucket, you’ll need a milk Bucket, some sticks, and a faux Maple leaves pack, all of which can be found at Dollar Tree.

What was your favorite DIY Dollar Store Fall décor idea? I personally love the hanging fall leaves dinner garland and the bandana pumpkins!

All of these ideas are considered fairly cheap to make, and are perfect for DIY lovers and crafters. Which one are you going to try?

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