By Lilian Burns, SheKnows
Everyone has been there; you put up decorations for Halloween only to take them down a few days later, then you put up Thanksgiving decorations, then those come down to be replaced with Christmas decorations. Who has the time for that?
You want to be festive, but the seven tubs of decorations you house in your closet dedicated to the holiday season are too much (and let's be real — taking up much-needed closet space.) But is it possible to put up decor that is appropriate for all those very diverse holidays? Decor you can leave up until after Christmas? Yup! And if you only have to decorate your house once, that leaves so much more time for the fun things about the holiday season, from pumpkin picking to snowman building.
Don't believe us? We've gathered up 15 Halloween decorations you can put up and keep up until the New Year. Because decorating for each individual holiday is overrated.
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You want to be festive, but the seven tubs of decorations you house in your closet dedicated to the holiday season are too much (and let's be real — taking up much-needed closet space.) But is it possible to put up decor that is appropriate for all those very diverse holidays? Decor you can leave up until after Christmas? Yup! And if you only have to decorate your house once, that leaves so much more time for the fun things about the holiday season, from pumpkin picking to snowman building.
Don't believe us? We've gathered up 15 Halloween decorations you can put up and keep up until the New Year. Because decorating for each individual holiday is overrated.
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Autumn Leaf Pumpkins
This adorable pumpkin DIY from Country Living combines the festive colors of autumn with the staple veggie of Halloween, the pumpkin. Go on a walk, find the most beautiful, colorful leaves and add some Mod Podge, and you're in business.
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'Hey There, Pumpkin' Doormat
Welcome trick-or-treaters to your porch with this doormat that screams, "We give out the good candy!" Fortunately, it also says, "Unless you brought pumpkin pie, get out." So you're set for the rest of the season too.
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DIY Autumn Leaf Fairy Lights
This autumn leaf fairy lights DIY is a wonderful way to bring the outdoors inside, and it's so quick and easy to make. Your Halloween party guests will be very impressed, and you'll hear, "So pretty! Are those the same?" from them again at Thanksgiving. And maybe again at Christmas.
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Pumpkin Tablescape
Orange and black are the traditional Halloween colors, but branch out with your palette, and you can create an incredible pumpkin tablescape for your dining table that will last the season.
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Citrus & Pinecone Garland
This citrus and pinecone garland not only smells great but looks amazing. This garland is easily customizable with salt dough ornaments. Plus, it's something you can do with the kids.
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Rustic Autumnal Citrus Potpourri Garland
A more rustic take on the citrus and pinecone garland, this autumnal citrus garland adds wooden beads, cinnamon sticks and fall leaves. Gorgeous natural decor and potpourri? Heck, yes.
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Neutral Pumpkin Decor
This DIY neutral pumpkin decor is the perfect last-minute decoration and requires only a metallic paint pen and pumpkins. Personalize them with clever seasonal sayings like, "Leaves falling, autumn calling" or "But I think I love fall most of all." Depending on the size of your pumpkin, of course.
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Mason Jar Luminary
Brighten up your dark, gloomy Halloween days with this fall leaf Mason jar luminary from Pastels and Macarons. Switch it up by changing the shape to an acorn, pumpkin or apple.
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Mini-Pumpkin Garland
You don't need huge, over-the-top decor to get into the spirit. The ladies at Lovely Indeed have the tutorial for this mini-pumpkin garland that is subtle and sophisticated.
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Autumn Centerpiece
Did you go crazy and buy all the tiny pumpkins and gourds in sight when you went grocery shopping? This autumn centerpiece is the ideal eye-catching centerpiece to display said pumpkins and gourds without going nuts and tucking them into corners all over your house. Lanterns aren't just for candles anymore.
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Succulent Pumpkin Planter
A hollowed-out pumpkin can be many, many things, but a pumpkin succulent planter is one of the best I've ever seen. Who doesn't love succulents? And using a pumpkin as a planter allows you to pick your favorite plants and still be festive.
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Pumpkin Candle DIY
A second good idea for utilizing hollowed-out pumpkins is these pumpkin candles, which combine beauty with function and smell delicious. Head to Twine and Table for the full tutorial.
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Knit Throw Blanket
Nothing says cozy like a throw blanket, and the autumn color works for the entire season, whether you're waiting out trick-or-treaters on your porch or napping off Thanksgiving dinner. Plus, thrown over your couch, it's the perfect thing to cuddle under while you watch scary movies.
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Pumpkin & Cotton Wreath
The gals at The Merrythought have put together this pumpkin and cotton wreath for an excellent DIY that (since it's made with faux florals and pumpkins) has the staying power to last all year.
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Autumn Branches
Bringing branches from outside to stick in a vase will instantly give your house a fall feel. If you don’t have good branches quite yet, faux stems like these will also do the trick.
