These Cottagecore DIY Projects For The Holidays Will Make Being Home Cozy & Fun

Have an abundance of oranges? Now’s a great time to put them to good use for this sweet DIY project. This garland that’s made of dried oranges, wood beads, and Christmas stems will freshen and brighten up a window ledge with an added pop of color and tartness.

No cottagecore vibe is complete without a cozy and welcoming wreath. All you need in order to bring this festive craft to life is an 18-inch wire frame ($15, Amazon) and some eucalyptus. (Bonus points for using some of that leftover dried orange from the previous tutorial to spruce this wreath up)

If you want to keep things casual, you can build a minimalist wreath using eucalyptus from a local grocer or order a bundle online ($12, Hobby Lobby). Vlogger Joy Sandifer made hers for less than $10, which is a true Christmas miracle.

Let the festive aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg flow through your space by having an adorable gingerbread cottage on display. Whether you’re building your cottage from scratch or using something like the Williams Sonoma’s gorgeous gingerbread kit ($30, Williams Sonoma), let this tutorial serve as your inspo. You’ll have a decorative and delicious centerpiece for your kitchen table in just about no time.

Fill your empty mason jars with some soy wax ($17, Candle Science) and essential oils to pepper your home with soothing scents and warm mood lighting. This DIY peppermint candle tutorial gives your leftover mason jars new life.

Give your tree that rustic look with some glitter dusted pinecones. Step outside and collect some from the ground or order them online ($6, Michaels) to bring nature into your space. You’ll also need a hot glue gun ($3, Michaels) and some twine ($2, Michaels) to complete this craft.

Cue the nostalgia and throw it back to those early craft days with these cute paper snowflakes. These intricate snowflakes will show off your skills as a cottage crafter and they’re perfect to adorn all your window panes.

After your morning walk, pick up some twigs on your way home to make star ornaments. You can even string up a bunch of twig stars to create a waterfall of natural stars that could be hung from your ceiling or wall. All you need are twigs and twine.

A cottage needs coziness, and this easy vegan bread recipe is here to provide that and more with its delicious aroma. The added sprigs of rosemary give the wreath earthy, light flavors. The only question: Will you eat it or hang it up?

Clear the walls, because this decor is here to make a statement in the name of the season. This Scandinavian-inspired wall piece embraces a clean and natural look with its dried fruit, twigs, and boughs of everything green.

Chai has a delicious tea blend of aromatic spices, and it can really be enjoyed year-round. Christmastime, however, is the coziest time to enjoy the aroma of cardamom simmering. For a mouthful of flavor, use the Masala Chai tea packets ($5, Tea India) and some cinnamon sticks ($10, Amazon). After a night of crafting, this nice warm sip of chai will be well deserved.