8 DIY Refreshing Greenery Decorations For Christmas

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We are all used to glitter, red and emerald, pinecones and fake snow for Christmas decor but today’s popular styles like Scandinavian, boho, minimalist require something different. Make your home stylish, fresh and chic with greenery decor – real or fake, it will be unusual and ideal for the styles that I have enumerated. Here are some DIYs of fresh and faux greenery for a gorgeous look.

The beauty and aroma of a fresh garland gracefully draped over a fence, banister, or deck railing are true hallmarks of the season. In a few simple steps, you can create your own festive garland to enjoy all through the holidays. If you have access to the right types of trees, the project costs next to nothing, and it’s neither difficult nor overly time-consuming. Read how to make a gorgeous garland for Christmas decor – both for indoors or outdoors.

DIY fresh greenery Christmas garland for outdoor decor (via www.bobvila.com)

DIY fresh greenery Christmas garland for outdoor decor (via www.bobvila.com)

Decorating doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Not enough space for that 8 foot tree? No problem! Grab some twine, a few photos and some greenery from your backyard to create this sweet and super easy display for your room. Hang up pictures, notes, cards, and other paper memories to create a focal point on an empty wall. Add some of these easy spray coated ornaments to the mix; vintage ornaments would look amazing here too.

DIY hanging picture wall with ornaments and greenery (via www.forthemakers.com)

DIY hanging picture wall with ornaments and greenery (via www.forthemakers.com)

Looking for unusual Christmas ornaments? Make DIY winter scene ornaments using some things you can find in your backyard and a few other craft supplies. This would also be a great thing to do with kids who like to hunt around outdoors. These amazing Christmas ornaments contain pinecones and faux greenery and look very wintry-like. So cool!

DIY clear Christmas ornaments with greenery and pinecones (via www.bybrittanygoldwyn.com)

DIY clear Christmas ornaments with greenery and pinecones (via www.bybrittanygoldwyn.com)

Create a beautiful winter floral arrangement basket perfect for decorating your home all season long. This simple project is a great way to bring some green inside the home during the dreary winter months.  Learn how to make a gorgeous flower arrangement with these tips.  It’s so easy and elegant, and a neutral rope basket really make the greenery pop.

DIY fresh greenery, berries and evergreens arrangement for Christmas (via www.purelykatie.com)

DIY fresh greenery, berries and evergreens arrangement for Christmas (via www.purelykatie.com)

Make a simple festive garland like no other – very simple, very modern and very laconic, it’s easy to make in just a couple of minutes. What you’ll need is some pine sprigs or other greenery for a garland. Read the tutorial, grab some pruning shears, go snip a branch, and you can whip up a few of these!

DIY simple pine sprig garland for Christmas (via themerrythought.com)

DIY simple pine sprig garland for Christmas (via themerrythought.com)

Create a lush and chic Christmas garland for your table and make it very fresh and wintry-like. The author used seeded eucalyptus and Parvo for decorating the table – you may choose any types of greenery you like, add foliage, berries or other detailing. You’ll need some jute rope to secure the garland and that’s it, read the tutorial how to make it!

DIY lush and fresh greenery Christmas garland (via themerrythought.com)

DIY lush and fresh greenery Christmas garland (via themerrythought.com)

Rock fresh greens and happy holiday decor everywhere! These sweet greenery bulbs that we used with our garland have been making me happy while I wait to get a tree to hang them on. Go on and make yourself a batch! To make your ornaments catchier and bolder, incorporate such elements like berries, blooms, foliage and other items.

DIY clear Christmas ornaments filled with greenery and little pinecones (via themerrythought.com)

DIY clear Christmas ornaments filled with greenery and little pinecones (via themerrythought.com)

String lights bring a magical glow anywhere they are hung – we love using them at get togethers & parties! Sadly though, those wires are simply an eyesore. Decorate them with gold spray paint and add a floral touch to the lights making them fresh and cool. You may use artificial greenery to make it more durable, read the tutorial and go ahead!

DIY greenery globe light garland for Christmas (via themerrythought.com)

DIY greenery globe light garland for Christmas (via themerrythought.com)