25 Fresh Fall DIY Crafts To Make Now!

How fabulous is this! An ordinary round wooden cheese box gets a completely unexpected Fall makeover with moss, mushrooms and beautiful woodland touches.

I just love projects that make you look at an everyday object in a totally different way… and this one has so much cozy cottage personality.

Fall doesn’t always have to mean brown and beige! This cheerful felt leaf garland brings together those traditional Autumn shades with brighter pops of pink, green, orange and yellow. A great way to add a POP of Fall color!

Hang it across a mantel… add it to a shelf… drape it across a mirror… there are so many places where this little burst of color would look wonderful.

You know how much I love a good project that gives an old find a brand new purpose!

Instead of using a traditional round wreath form, this beautiful project starts with a vintage frame and turns it into wonderful Fall decor with greenery and pumpkins. It is unexpected… charming… and such a clever way to use a frame that may have been forgotten.

Could anything say cozy Fall more than flannel and pumpkins?

This adorable pillow brings the two together beautifully. A flannel shirt becomes the pumpkin detail on a comfy throw pillow that would look right at home on a sofa, chair, bench or bed.

This is such a pretty way to bring a little bit of nature into your Fall crafting.

Real leaves are pressed into clay to create their wonderful shapes and details… then transformed into beautiful little dishes. Use them to hold jewelry, keys and tiny treasures or simply add them to a Fall vignette.

Now we need a little Fall fun!

This sweet scarecrow is made with terra cotta pots, raffia, felt, plaid and a few simple craft supplies. He has just the right amount of whimsy and would be adorable sitting on a shelf, kitchen counter or covered porch.

Gingham and Fall just seem to belong together.

These painted pumpkins have a wonderfully fresh look and you can completely change their personality depending on the colors you choose. Go traditional with orange… cottage with soft greens and creams… or have some fun with brighter colors.

Break out that pretty scrapbook paper because there are so many things you can create with a pile of colorful paper leaves.

Turn them into a garland… create a Fall tree… make a wreath… or scatter them through your seasonal decorating. Patterned paper gives these leaves such a happy and fresh look.

This one has my heart.

A beautiful basket filled with drying Limelight hydrangeas creates the kind of Fall arrangement that looks like it has always belonged in a cozy cottage. It is simple… natural… relaxed… and proof that Fall decorating doesn’t have to be complicated.

You know I couldn’t resist a little napkin decoupage!

Wooden pumpkin shapes get dressed up with beautiful patterned Fall napkins for a project that can be customized in so many different ways. Pick florals… leaves… traditional Autumn colors… or something completely unexpected.

These would look adorable tucked into a mantel display or grouped together on a shelf.

This is one of those projects that makes you say… why didn’t I think of that?

Tiny scraps of plaid, tartan or flannel fabric are transformed into wonderful decorative feathers. Add them to a Fall wreath… tuck them into a centerpiece… use them on gifts… or create a whole little bundle for a shelf display.

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the prettiest.

Little pumpkins become charming seasonal vases filled with fresh or faux Fall flowers. Imagine a few of these running down the center of a Thanksgiving table… so sweet!

Nature provides some of the best craft supplies… and sometimes all they need is a little paint!

Gather up some acorns and give them a colorful Fall makeover. Traditional rust, mustard and red would be beautiful… but don’t be afraid to add green, blue, pink or any color that makes you smile.

Fill a little dough bowl… scatter them around candles… add them to a wreath… the possibilities are endless.

Have leftover yarn hiding in your craft stash?

Perfect!

Balls of yarn can become adorable little pumpkins with just a few simple touches. Mix colors and textures for an instant cozy Fall collection.

I really love a craft that lets us use something we already have.

This one proves that beautiful Fall decorating does not have to come with a beautiful big price tag.

Simple corn husks become a wonderfully textured Autumn wreath that feels rustic and natural without being fussy. It would look lovely on a door… hanging from an old window… or layered over a mirror.

Grab some leaves from the backyard because we are turning them into stamps!

Real leaves create beautiful natural patterns on plain tea towels and suddenly something very ordinary feels perfect for Fall. These would also make such sweet hostess gifts during the Autumn season.

Oh my goodness… could this be any cuter!

This sweet little pumpkin hat is a wonderful Fall knitting project and would make such a precious handmade gift for a baby. The little stem on top simply finishes it perfectly.

Tiny velvet acorns… yes please!

These little beauties add wonderful texture and color to Fall decorating. Scatter them on a table… tuck them into a wreath… fill a little vintage bowl… or add them to your Thanksgiving centerpiece.

Small projects like this are also a wonderful way to use leftover fabric.

A collection of inexpensive finds comes together to create a pretty tiered tray that can be decorated and redecorated throughout the year.

For Fall… pile it with pumpkins, pine cones, greenery and all of those little seasonal treasures we love.

It is another reminder to look at ordinary pieces and imagine what they could become when they are put together in a new way.

Let’s take a little break from decorating and make something that smells like Fall!

This pumpkin spice sugar scrub combines brown sugar, warm seasonal spices and other simple ingredients for a cozy homemade treat. Fill a pretty jar and it also becomes an easy little Fall gift.

You don’t even need a glue gun to create something beautiful.

Layers of wonderful Autumn elements fill a glass container and create a centerpiece packed with texture and Fall color. Think dried hydrangeas… apples… acorns… corn husks and all of the little natural treasures the season gives us.

Here is a fun technique that you can use on all kinds of inexpensive Fall decor.

An easy paint treatment gives ordinary pieces the look of aged rusty metal… adding instant character and texture. Try it on pumpkins and other seasonal pieces that need a little extra personality.

Sometimes one simple word says everything.

This Thankful SVG can be used to make a sign… tote bag… shirt… pillow… or whatever your creative heart comes up with. It is perfect for Fall and carries right through Thanksgiving.

We couldn’t make it all the way through Fall crafts without just a tiny touch of Halloween!

Whimsy the Witch is absolutely adorable and gives our crochet friends something special to make. She would be sweet sitting on a shelf or tucked into a Halloween display.

One last little bit of Halloween fun!

Tiny cauldrons become unexpected succulent planters that would be cute on a desk, windowsill or tucked into a Halloween vignette. I especially like that this project brings a little greenery into all of those traditional Halloween colors.

Before you bring a basket full of pine cones into the house and start crafting… it is a good idea to give them a little preparation first.

Pine cones can be hiding dirt, bugs and all kinds of tiny outdoor surprises that we would rather leave outdoors!

Sustain My Craft Habit has a very handy tutorial that walks you through how to clean and prepare pine cones before using them in your Fall and Holiday crafts.

Helpful Tutorial: How to Clean Pine Cones for Crafts

Then you can gather away to your heart’s content!