Not everybody celebrates St. Patrick’s Day, but I don’t think anyone hates it, either. Which makes it one of the less polarizing holidays on the yearly calendar! And you certainly don’t have to be Irish or drink beer to enjoy it, either. Sometimes, it’s just a fun reason to add extra touches of green to your home- and maybe a shamrock or two. Here are some wonderful upcycle and DIY ideas for St. Patrick’s Day decorations- who knows, maybe some of them will bring you a little good luck, as well.
Ireland in a Jar
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What is it about mason jars that makes me want to miniaturize everything and capture it like this? Even the Irish countryside, which I did with this St. Patrick’s Day-inspired craft project. Isn’t it just the cutest?
St. Patrick’s Day Decor with Decoupage
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Paper napkins are a favorite secret amongst crafters, because they are PERFECT for decoupage projects. Which means you can easily make some St. Patrick’s Day decorations with some shamrock napkins. Like this thrifted cutting board, for example.
Vintage St. Patrick’s Day Decorations
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For those of us who love collecting vintage treasures, there are lots of ways to add Celtic touches to your home at this time of year. Vintage postcards, milk glass, and gold all evoke the essence of St. Patrick’s Day in a subtle and sublime way.
Luck-o-the-Milk-Glass
Image credit: Sadie Seasongoods.
Speaking of milk glass…
Vintage milk glass vases continue to be a popular thing to collect these days- for weddings, vintage decor, and more. But what about (temporarily!) embellished for seasonal holidays? These milk glass vases were done up elegantly for St. Patrick’s Day and it was SO easy to do! Imagine the possibilities for other holidays and seasons, as well…
Celtic Crafting with Cardboard
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There are SO many crafts one can make from the cardboard that ends up in our recycling bins. So, why not add some St. Patrick’s Day decorations into the mix with a cardboard shamrock? You can’t beat it: Easy AND inexpensive to make!
Bandana Wreath
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Scarves are ideal for upcycling into various types of wreaths, and bandanas are no exception. These green bandanas work perfectly as a St. Patrick’s Day wreath. And there are so many ways to further embellish it with flowers, greenery, gold coins, and more.
St. Patrick’s Day Decorations with Wine Corks
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Like cardboard, wine corks are another inexpensive craft supply that’s easy to get your hands one. Which makes them perfect for holiday decor projects, like this colorful shamrock.
Dining Table Decor
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If you’re going all out for St. Patrick’s Day- including your dining table- then you need the right dishes to pull it off. And this post talks all about Royal Tara china and incorporating it into your shamrock-inspired tablescape.
Clover Bowls
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Thrift stores are great places to seek out potential St. Patrick’s Day decorations. Not only can items be given festive makeovers, but you never know when you might find clover-shaped bowls and platters, too. And they are perfect for incorporating into your holiday decor at this time of year.
Whimsical St. Patrick’s Day Decorations
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If your holiday style errs on the whimsical side, then this DIY planter is perfect for you. Shaped like a leprechaun’s shoe, it’s a fun and festive splash of color now that winter is melting away.
Green and Gold
Image credit: Virginia Sweet Pea.
Well, would you look at that? Nary a shamrock, rainbow, or leprechaun in sight- and yet, it totally works as St. Patrick’s Day decorations. All you need is green and gold– but a few fresh flowers never hurt, either.
St. Patrick’s Day Wreath
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St. Patrick’s Day may not be a holiday significant enough for a wreath. But if you change your mind, perhaps this one will get your creative juices flowing. It started out as a plain faux boxwood wreath from a thrift store- but a few shamrocks later, it’s got the perfect Irish touch. But let’s be honest- it’s the rainbow bow that steals the show, right?
Book Page Banner
Image credit: Homeroad.
Banners and garlands are a favorite way to commemorate holidays, and there are tons of ways to make them easily (and on the cheap). In this case, a thrift store book lent its pages for the project– and some shamrock stickers give it that St. Patrick’s Day feel.
Pot of Gold Decor
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It’s not St. Patrick’s Day until a pot of gold is involved. And apparently a thrifted picture frame to capture it all with this upcycled craft!
Rainbow Organizer/Planter
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Like shamrocks and pots o’ gold, rainbows are fun to incorporate into your St. Patrick’s Day decorations, too. And while this one that I made was used to hold some craft supplies, go with me for a moment. Imagine this rainbow project, but as a planter holding faux shamrocks instead. Wouldn’t that be darling for St. Patrick’s Day?
Felt Shamrocks
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Speaking of artificial shamrocks, you don’t even need to hunt them down from the craft store. Because you can easily make your own versions out of felt and use them in your St. Patrick’s Day decor, as well!
Upcycle Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day Decorations
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Rainbows and leprechauns and shamrocks- Oh, My! With these thrifty craft ideas, you should have all sorts of inspiration now for St. Patrick’s Day decorations to make this year. And many of them use items from the thrift store or even things for your recycling bin and trash can! Either way, all of this green is such a breath of fresh air after the long slog of winter. Spring is definitely on its way…and Happy St. Patrick’s Day, too!
Craft on!
S
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Sarah Ramberg is the owner of Sadie Seasongoods, a website that celebrates all things secondhand. From upcycling ideas and thrifted decor to vintage-centric travel itineraries, Sadie Seasongoods is a one-stop shop for anyone who loves thrifting and approachable repurposing ideas. Sarah is also the author of “Crafting with Flannel” and has been featured in numerous media outlets and magazines.
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