41 Easy & Cheap DIY Summer Decor Ideas

There are many ways to decorate your house this summer, but we really love these easy and cheap DIY summer decor ideas! You certainly don’t need to spend a fortune to decorate a summery home. If you’re looking for the most affordable ways to decorate, then you might be interested in checking out the best DIY summer decorations you can make at home.

These DIY summer crafts are perfect for people who love handmade decorations and having fun making budget-friendly decorations for their house. Summertime is a great time to enjoy crafting, decorating and spending time in and outside the house. It also keeps the kids busy for a while!

You can freshen up your house for the summer on a budget with these DIY decor ideas. DIY decorating is always a great way to save money while making your house look beautiful at the same time!

DIY Summer Decor

Let’s get started with the best DIY summer decorations. I’m sure that you will love these DIY summer decorations that you can make on a budget!

Don’t miss our DIY 4th of July decorations round-up for ideas if you’re decorating for that specific holiday. This post will focus on fun, summertime decorations that will last you all season long!

Supplies

You may need some crafting supplies for these DIY projects. Many of the required materials can be found in your home already if you’re an experienced DIYer, but if not, here are a few of our recommendations:

DIY Popsicle Garland Craft

Popsicles are a great way to stay hydrated and cool during the summer while enjoying a sweet snack. This popsicle garland craft will remind you of this fun warm-weather treat while inside your house! You can drape it over the fireplace or headboard.

DIY Popsicle Garland Craft for Summer via tablefor5
tablefor5

DIY Watermelon Coasters

Keep your coffee table surfaces clean while celebrating summer with these cute DIY watermelon coasters!

DIY Watermelon Coasters for Summer Decor
madetobeamomma

DIY Hello Summer Popsicle Sign

Welcome guests to your home with this fun, “Hello Summer” popsicle sign!

DIY Hello Summer Popsicle Sign - summer diy decorations
momskoop

DIY Summer Sunflower Balls

Sunflowers are one of my favorite flowers which is why this beautiful sunflower ball craft stood out to me!

DIY Sunflower Kissing Balls Summer Decor
amanda

DIY Ice Cream Cone Garland

This ice cream cone garland is colorful and fun!

DIY Summer Decor Ice Cream Cone Garland
growingupgabel

DIY Beach Gear Summer Wreath

Flip-flops, pink sunglasses, and a beach hat – there’s no better way to celebrate summer than with a fun beach gear wreath you can make yourself!

DIY Beach Gear Summer Wreath Decoration Craft
happyhousie

DIY Summer Pineapple Garland

I love this brightly colored summer pineapple garland to hang on the wall or above your bed.

DIY Summer Pineapple Garland
ladyandtheblog

DIY Painted Planters

These charming painted planters will make your summer plants pop!

DIY Summer Painted Planters House Plants Craft
craftedsparrow

DIY Hello Summer Front Porch Sign Craft

Welcome guests to your home with this front porch sign perfect for leaning against the wall next to your front door!

DIY Hello Summer Front Porch Sign Craft
happyscraps

DIY Summer Watermelon Picnic Blanket

If you enjoy picnics, consider crafting this watermelon picnic blanket for your next trip to the park!

DIY Summer Watermelon Picnic Blanket
withinthegrove

DIY Rustic Sailboat

This nautical beach home decoration is the perfect craft to give your home some coastal flair! You can make this DIY rustic sailboat and use it anywhere. Perfect for those who love summertime sailing!

DIY Rustic Sailboat
houseofhawthornes

DIY Cotton Candy Garland for Summer

Everyone loves cotton candy in the summer so celebrate this sweet treat with a garland craft!

DIY Cotton Candy Garland for Summer
ohhappyday

DIY Butterfly Wreath

This butterfly wreath celebrates nature all year round.

DIY Butterfly Wreath
uptodate

DIY Painted Waffle Cone Ice Cream Flower Pots

DIY Ice cream planters are a creative way to store your plants!

DIY Painted Waffle Cone Ice Cream Flower Pots
freshmommyblog

DIY Summer Snow Globe Decor

You can make a tropical snow globe for the summer with this DIY tutorial!

DIY Summer Snow Globe Decor mason jar
graymalin

DIY Lemon Wreath

Who doesn’t love lemons? Make them into a wreath using this lovely summer craft tutorial.

DIY Lemon Wreath for Summer
ordyandjoon

DIY Citrus Stamped Painted Tea Towel

Having some extra towels on hand for summer dinner parties is always a good thing.

DIY Citrus Stamped Painted Tea Towel
makinghomebase

DIY Watermelon Mason Jar Drinking Glasses

These watermelon jar drinking glasses will keep you hydrated during the long, hot summer season!

DIY watermelon mason jar drinking glasses summer decor crafts handmade
karaspartyideas

DIY Fruit Welcome Mats for summer

Welcome mats get dirty fast, so instead of buying a new one every year, consider crafting a DIY welcome mat shaped like lemon or watermelon this year!

DIY Fruit welcome mats for summer
houselars

DIY Striped Summer Vases

Do you keep fresh flowers at home in the summer? These summer vases are perfect for displaying your fresh cut flowers.

DIY Striped summer vases
potterybarnblog

DIY Paper Pinwheels

This is a great summer DIY decor tutorial for the kids!

DIY Paper Pinwheels
onecrazymom

DIY Ocean Painting Home Decor

Paintings can be expensive. Did you know you can make your own with the help of a guide? Learn how to make a beautiful ocean painting at home and save money on pricey art.

DIY Ocean Painting Home Decor
darice

DIY Printable Summer Placemats

Print out these beautiful summer placemat patterns on 11×17 paper, then laminate them for durability!

DIY Printable Summer Placemats
aliceandlois

DIY Summer Candles

So it always smells like summer at home!

DIY Summer Candles
thecraftedsparrow

DIY no-sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow

Swap out your old pillows for these pretty pink DIY flamingo pillows!

DIY no-sew Flamingo Lumbar Pillow
sugarcloth

DIY Aqua Ladder Shelf

Store your plants on a beautiful ladder shelf like this one to make sure they get plenty of sunlight without taking up too much floor space!

DIY Aqua Ladder Shelf for Summer
makingitinthemountains

DIY Snow Cone Garland

This colorful snow cone garland is great for draping over the fireplace mantel during the summer. Don’t be surprised if it inspires a few trips to the ice cream truck!

DIY Snow Cone Garland via creaturecomforts
creaturecomforts

DIY Painted Watercolor Throw Pillows

These dreamy DIY abstract pillows are great for adding a pop of color on your outdoor bench or swing.

DIY painted watercolor throw pillows via Tidbits-Cami
tidbits-cami

Summer Sun Clothespin Wreath Craft

Easy and cheap to make, this summer sun wreath is made from the household item of clothespins!

Summer Sun Clothespin Wreath Craft
lovetheday

Watermelon Welcome mat Summer DIY

Another fabulous summer idea for a DIY welcome mat!

Watermelon Welcome mat Summer DIY
dreamgreendiy

Hello Summer DIY Board Welcome Banner

Welcome the summer season with this handmade welcome banner on a board!

Hello Summer DIY Board Welcome Banner
todayscreativelife

Summer Sunset Pallet Sign Craft

Who doesn’t love summer sunsets? Capture the moment with this pallet sign craft you can make at home!

Summer Sunset Pallet Sign Craft
gigglesgalore

DIY Fruity Summer Bar Cart

Keep the drinks flowing with this summer bar cart craft! A great project for the ambitious!

DIY Fruity Summer Bar Cart
studiodiy

DIY Birdhouse

Add a pop of color to your yard with this DIY summer birdhouse.

DIY Birdhouse
ohohdeco

Hello Sunshine Slatted Summer Sign

Another great summer wall sign tutorial for decorating the walls of your summer home!

Hello Sunshine Slatted Summer Sign
thecraftedsparrow

Doily Watermelon Garland Craft

This simple watermelon garland is a craft for the kids to take on!

Doily Watermelon Garland Craft
dimpleprints

Watermelon Wreath DIY

This watermelon wreath is perfect for hanging anywhere.

Watermelon Wreath DIY
craftcreatecook

DIY Watercolor Fruit Coasters

Prevent the condensation from cold beverages from getting on your furniture with these cute watercolor fruit coasters to protect your home.

DIY watercolor fruit coasters
proper

DIY Summer Popsicle Sign

Popsicles keep us cool in the summer, and this sign is a great way to celebrate this lovely summer treat!

DIY Summer Popsicle Sign
jenny

DIY Chipboard Sweet Summer Letters Banner

How cool is this summer letters banner? it’s colorful and flashy!

DIY Chipboard Sweet Summer Letters Banner
damasklove

DIY Beach Umbrella Wreath

Beachgoers will appreciate this beach umbrella wreath with a beach ball and beach towel. I love how the upper portion is blue to represent the sky and the lower part is yellow for the sand!

DIY Beach Umbrella Wreath
homestoriesatoz

I hope you found some interesting DIY summer decorations for your home thanks to this post!

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