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29 Fantastic DIY Christmas Planter Ideas

Written by Emily Belkoff

Oh my goodness, can you believe Christmas is around the corner? Instead of spending hundreds on store-bought decorations this year, let’s create something special together! 

These DIY Christmas planters are my absolute favorite way to spread holiday cheer.

1. Christmas Centerpiece

You won’t believe how easy this stunning centerpiece is to create! I grabbed a wooden box from my craft stash, snipped some fresh shrub clippings from the backyard, and gathered winter berries.

Adding scented candles gives it that cozy holiday ambiance we all love. Trust me, your dining table will never look better!

2. Christmas Planter with Lights

Let’s talk about lighting up your holiday display! This project is my absolute favorite for those magical winter evenings.

All you need is a trellis (I found mine at a yard sale!), some LED lights, and fresh spruce or fir branches. The way it glows at night is absolutely dreamy!

3. Outdoor Christmas Planter

Here’s a budget-friendly secret that looks super expensive: grab an inexpensive pine basket and pop it into a decorative urn.

I’ve had mine on the front porch for two seasons now, and visitors always ask where I bought it!

4. Recycled Tire Christmas Planter

Ready for something totally unique? That old flat tire in your garage can become the most talked-about holiday decoration on your block!

Just add fresh greenery, pine cones, and some bright berries. It’s eco-friendly and absolutely gorgeous!

5. Door Planter

Want to make your guests feel extra special this holiday season? My door planter has become my signature welcome piece!

I absolutely love combining cheerful LED lights with festive ribbons and sparkly Christmas ball ornaments. The way it lights up as visitors approach is pure magic!

6. Rustic Planter

Y’all, this rustic planter is perfect for that cozy farmhouse vibe! Last year, I transformed a simple pot with pine cones and juniper cuttings.

The natural elements give it such a charming, down-home feel. It’s become my favorite piece to display by our fireplace!

7. Vintage Bucket Planter

Oh my goodness, wait until you try this adorable bucket transformation! I found some old buckets at a flea market and gave them new life with fun colors and patterns.

Mix in your favorite seasonal decorations, and voila – instant vintage charm! My kids helped paint them, making it such a sweet family project.

8. Wooden Planter

This project totally stole my heart! Using white wood boards nailed together, we created the most charming front door display.

Fresh tree clippings make it smell absolutely heavenly. Every time I come home, it brings the biggest smile to my face!

9. Tin Can Planter

Here’s my favorite budget-friendly indoor idea! Those tin cans from your pantry? Don’t toss them!

Paint them in festive colors, add some pine cones and the cutest reindeer decorations, then pop in some succulents. My kitchen windowsill has never looked more festive!

10. Vintage Urn Planter

This elegant beauty combines red twigs, spruce, arborvitae, and winterberry holly in a classic urn. It’s my go-to for sophisticated holiday style!

11. Barrel Stand Planter

Looking for something unique? A half barrel planter perfectly matched to your Christmas tree creates such a cohesive look!

I found mine at a garden center’s end-of-season sale. Best bargain ever!

12. Potted Planter

This mini Christmas tree design is absolutely precious! Using fir and cedar branches, quirky sticks, and glass balls, you can create the sweetest holiday accent.

It’s perfect for small spaces or apartment living!

13. Bottle Planter

Don’t toss those empty wine bottles after your holiday parties! With some glitter and creativity, they become the most gorgeous planters.

My dining room sparkles with these beauties lined up along the windowsill!

14. Decorative Planter

Remember that forgotten garden pot in your shed? Give it new life with cedar and spruce cuttings!

Add some twinkly lights, colored sticks, and decorative clippers for an instant holiday upgrade.

15. Evergreen Planter

This is my absolute favorite for that classic Christmas look! Combining apple cedar, spruce, pine, hemlock, and cypress creates such rich texture.

Top it off with pine cones, artificial berries, winterberry holly, and lights. Pure holiday magic in an urn!

16. Life-Sized Christmas Planter

Talk about making a statement! These gorgeous entryway planters use fern stems, willow, and soil bags as the base.

Add fairy lights, and you’ve got yourself a show-stopping holiday welcome!

17. DIY Garden Cage Christmas Tree

This clever idea has become my new obsession! Transform a simple garden cage into a stunning tree with garland strands, light chains, and ornaments.

It’s perfect for both indoor and outdoor displays!

18. Gauge-Tiered Christmas Tree

Looking for something totally unique? This showstopper uses a tiered gauge cage as its base.

Add strands of lights, lush garland, and big beautiful ribbon bows. It’s absolutely breathtaking at night!

19. DIY Wooden Swag Planter

Need an elegant outdoor display? This wooden swag planter filled with spruce and cedar leaves is pure class!

It adds such a sophisticated touch to any entrance.

20. DIY Wooden Sled

This project holds such special memories! We built ours using sled pieces, nails, wood glue, and metal clamps.

Decorated with garland, bells, and ribbon knots, it’s become a cherished family heirloom.

21. Dollar Store Decor in Vintage Pot

Who doesn’t love a good dollar store hack? I found the cutest vintage tub and filled it with budget-friendly decorations.

It looks like a million bucks but cost less than lunch!

22. Hanging Christmas Planter

Take your decorating up a level – literally! These hanging baskets with ribbon knots, pine cones, and faux snowflakes add such whimsy.

They’re perfect for porches and covered patios!

23. Santa Boot Christmas Planter

This adorable boot planter makes me smile every time I see it! Fill a store-bought boot planter with fern stems, berry strands, and pine cones.

It’s especially magical for homes with little ones!

24. Christmas Tree in Bonsai Pot

Want something elegant and unexpected? Try creating a miniature Christmas display in a bonsai pot!

Fern stems, berries, cones, and white tubes create the most sophisticated countertop arrangement.

25. White Pot with Jute Woven Knot

Here’s a modern twist on holiday decor! Start with a crisp white planter filled with fern cuttings and dried twigs.

Top it with a gorgeous jute knot for that perfect designer touch!

26. Succulents in Metal Planter

Who says Christmas can’t be modern? Use a mesh box filled with grass clippings and dried stems.

Add succulents and plant strings for a contemporary holiday vibe!

27. Cane Basket Planter

There’s something so charming about cane wood baskets! Dress yours up with baubles, Christmas knots, pine cones, and crafty touches.

It’s perfect for that cozy cottage feel!

28. White Plastered Urn Planter

Make your yard magical with this elegant display! Fill a white plastered urn with willow stems, berries, cones, and stars.

It looks especially enchanting with a light dusting of snow!

29. Rustic Fur Planter

Perfect for that country charm! This rustic fur planter suits village cottages and stonewall villas beautifully.

Add some garland and mini bulbs for the perfect finishing touch!

Hi! I'm Emily!

I'm a mom who's passionate about creating beautiful gardens without the hassle. Here, I share simple tips that actually work for busy people like us.

From picking the right plants to making them thrive, I'll help you create an outdoor space you'll love!

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