With winter fast approaching it’s time to get your head thinking about all that glitters for the most sparkly season of all. You don’t have to spend a fortune to make your house look festive. With gifts to buy, events to attend and feasts to prepare, the holiday season can quickly drain your wallet. That’s why finding affordable and creative ways to decorate your home for Christmas is a must. And what better place to look than the dollar store. These Dollar Store Christmas Decorations can be made at a fraction of the cost you would purchase them in designer stores.
1. Snow Globe Candle Holders
For a different way to present your candles this year , flip some wine glasses upside down and place festive figurines such as snowmen on fake snow inside. Pop your candles on top and watch as guests face delight.
Instructions Snow Globe Candle Holders
2. Festive Dessert Tray
For a festive dessert tray – you’ll need three plates and two candle holders which can all be purchased from the dollar store. Hot glue them together and you will have this lovely piece that could also be given as a gift with some nice cookies for example.
Supplies
- Three holiday-themed plates (large, medium, and small)
- Two glass candle holders (to use as spacers between the plates)
- Hot glue gun & glue sticks
- E6000 glue (for a stronger hold, optional)
- Peppermint candies or cookies (for decoration or gifting)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Materials
Clean the plates and candle holders to remove dust and grease.
Decide on the order of your plates, with the largest at the bottom and the smallest on top.
Step 2: Assemble the Stand
Apply a generous amount of hot glue (or E6000 for extra durability) around the rim of the first candle holder.
Place it centered on the largest plate and hold firmly for 30 seconds.
Repeat the process with the medium plate and second candle holder.
Finally, attach the smallest plate on top.
Allow the glue to fully dry (overnight for best results).
Step 3: Add Festive Touches
Fill the tray with peppermint candies, cookies, cupcakes, or holiday treats.
Wrap it in cellophane and tie with a festive ribbon to give as a thoughtful handmade gift.
Place it on your table for a beautiful holiday centerpiece.
3. Fishbowl Snowman
Turn dollar store fishbowls into the most adorable Christmas decoration. You’ll need 3 different sized stackable fish bowls a bag of fake snow and festive figurines. It really couldn’t be easier to make.
Instructions Fishbowl Snowman
4. Pickle Jar Snowman
These DIY Light-Up Pickle Jar Snowmen are the perfect way to brighten up your holiday décor
Instructions Pickle Jar Snowman
