DIY fall festivities

Photo credits to Google

Photo credits to Google

Maddie Cole and Mattie Smith, Staff Writers

DIY fall food
Everyone seems to get the munchies during fall, and there are so many recipes to help satisfy those cravings! Whether sweet or salty, DIY fall treats seem to be super popular on the to-do list!

    • DIY Pumpkin Rice Krispies

Ingredients:

  • Rice Krispies
  • Marshmallows
  • Green M&Ms
  • Mini Rolos
  • Butter
  • Red/Yellow Food Coloring

Instructions:

  1. Over low heat, mix 1/4 cup melted butter and 1 bag of large marshmallows
  2. Remove from heat, add red and yellow food coloring until the mixture is a nice orange color
  3. Add 6 cups of Rice Krispies and stir until combined
  4. Use hands to take portions of the mixture and roll into a ball
  5. Set on parchment paper and place a Mini Rolo on the top center as the stem
  6. Place a green M&M next to the stem as a leaf
  7. Allow to cool and enjoy!!

DIY pumpkin centerpieces
If you’re looking to add a touch of fall to your home, you couldn’t go wrong with making a pretty DIY fall centerpiece out of a pumpkin! What you will need:
-trick or treat bucket or hollow plastic pumpkin
-paint
-any accessories (ribbon, jewels, etc.)
-flowers or other greenery to put inside

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIY fall garland
From newspaper leaf garlands, to pom pom garlands, to garlands you can make without even going to the store, these fall DIY garlands will add a festive flair to your home!

  • Stitched felt garland
    It’s as easy as cutting out felt leaves and either hand or machine stitching them into a line!

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Paper garland
    From recycling newspaper to folding and curling construction paper, this do it yourself craft can be done with the whole family!

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Pom pom garland
    Whether you make or buy your pom poms, just a little accessorizing and string can transform those little balls of fun into cute hanging decor!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Nature garland
    Bring a little bit of nature into your home with these fun strings of garland that you can make out of materials that are free and plentiful in the fall!

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIY fall mason jars
These cute mason jars can be used for anything from stashing candy to organization on your desk!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIY painted wooden blocks
Who knew that scrap wood and a little bit of paint could make something so cute?!

 

 

 

 

 

DIY fall wreaths
While you probably have your home decorated in fall colors and scents, you don’t want to leave out your front door! Being the first thing your guest will see when they arrive, a styrofoam ring or some other type of base, hot glue, and a trip to the nearest craft store can give a great first impression of your home!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While these are known to be some of the most popular fall DIYs, that doesn’t mean that they are your only options! There are hundreds of DIYs that are just waiting to be made! See if you can find your own to make this fall! If you need any help you could always check out what Pinterest has to offer!

All photos courtesy Pinterest or Google Images.