Nature-inspired decorating ideas for Christmas are always in style, and it’s not that hard to recreate your favorite looks since you can find these items outdoors! We love using branches in our Christmas decor, and we’re totally loving this branch centerpiece! It’s a great project you can make if you’re on a budget, and it requires minimal supplies. Let’s get started!

Supplies:

1) A branch

2) Spray paint (gold or silver)

3) Candles

4) Nail-on glides

5) Hot glue gun and glue sticks

6) Christmas decorations to decorate the branch (optional)

Step #1:

Hunt around for a fallen branch that can hold your candles. Try to find one that has thicker branches.

Step #2:

Trim your branch until it looks the way you want it to. Flip the branch around and experiment with different sides to see what would look best. Attach the nail-on glides using a glue gun.

Step #3:

Take your branch outside and spray paint it in the color of your choice. Allow it to dry before bringing it back inside.

Step #4:

Place the candles on your candleholders and if you wish, decorate the branch with various Christmas decor.

Photos and idea: Herballistic Garden.

Vintage doilies can be used to decorate tonnes of things around your home, and they’re making a big comeback! Decorate pillows, table runners, or bowls with doilies for that delicate vintage look. We’ve got 7 adorable doily ideas that look great and won’t break the bank!

1. Doily Bowls

These bowls look just like crowns, and you can use them to hold jewellery or as a candle holder. They’re easily made using starch! Tutorial here.

2. Table Runner

Stitch a few doilies together to create a one-of-a-kind table runner. This would look great at a vintage-themed wedding! Add white candles in mercury glass candle holders to complete the look.

3. Wall Art

Display your vintage doilies by hanging them on your wall. Simply wrap a canvas in burlap, and glue on the doily. This also makes a great gift! Tutorial here.

4. Luminaries

These doily luminaries are so cute! Simply use spray adhesive to attach the doily to the jar and decorate with ribbon, buttons, and twine. Tutorial here.

5. Pillows

Attach doilies to pillows by stitching them on, or using fabric glue. Use contrasting colors to make the delicate doily patterns pop.

6. Lamp

This lamp only looks expensive, but you can make it for cheap! Follow along with this easy tutorial to make your own doily lamp! Tutorial here.

7. Bunting

Decorate your home with this adorable doily bunting! Hang it up on your mantle, or use it at your next outdoor party!

Photos: Time Washed, How To Set a Table, The Happy Housewife, Crafts by Amanda, Grains of Earth, Handmade Ology, Stirling Design.