Festive crafts and decor that won't sacrifice style? Yes, please.
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Unsurprisingly, we love any holiday that requires—or more realistically, encourages—some type of fun decoration to be put up around your home, your classroom, your office, or what have you. Although St. Patrick's Day was originally celebrated in Ireland to honor Saint Patrick, one of the country's patron saints, it has turned into a day that's celebrated throughout multiple countries. Whether you're honoring the holiday with a parade, party, or a pint or two, the options for a fun time put it high up on our favorite holidays list. With leprechauns, shamrocks, rainbows, and pots of gold, it's so easy to find fun, festive St. Patrick's Day decorations that would put anyone in the holiday spirit, but you know what makes them even better? If they're DIYs you can do with your family or classroom. (Don't worry if you're short on time. We also compiled ready-to-buy decorations that everyone will love.)
While the Irish holiday is often spent out and about—whether that's at a bar crawl or somewhere else where everyone is dressed in green—you shouldn't forget about the space around you when decorating for the holiday. Whether you're setting up for a shindig at your place (complete with festive appetizers and drinks, of course) or you're working hard to surprise your students with a fun room to walk into the Friday before St. Patrick's Day (which falls on a Sunday this year), these decorations and DIYs add the perfect mix of playfulness and style to your space. Keep reading to find 40 chic St. Patrick's Day decorations and easy crafts that you'll be proud to display this season.
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Shamrock Coffee Mugs
The best DIYs are the ones that are super simple yet still look like they could've come from the store. These shamrock mugs could've just been picked up from the holiday section at your favorite home store, but they're actually thrifted mugs decorated with a gold paint pen.
Get the tutorial at It All Started With Paint.
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Make Your Own Shamrock Streamers
These delicate clover streamers will put your kids in the festive spirit and serve as the perfect photo backdrops for your guests. They're super easy and quick to make, and layering them over one another will add fun pops of green all around your home.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
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Irish Flag Mason Jars
These painted Irish flag Mason jars look so festive and bright on any counter or tabletop. The orange section of the flag serves as a nice change in the usual green we see on St. Patrick's Day.
Get the tutorial at Mason Jar Crafts.
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St. Patrick's Day Mantel
While there are a lot of parts to this craft, the end product is simply going to look magical. Go all out with a St. Patrick's Day-inspired mantel that's unique to your home and so cheerful.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
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Pot of Gold Topiary
Make a few of these festive topiaries in various heights to decorate around your house for a St. Patrick's Day wonderland. They're lighter than they look, and it's easy enough to get the kids in on the crafting fun.
Get the tutorial at It All Started With Paint.
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Pot of Gold Balloon Surprises
Similar to the Elf on the Shelf craze around Christmas, leprechauns rule the early days of March. Make your little ones think they've been visited by the mythical creatures by making these cute pot of gold surprises. All you need is some gold spray paint, mini cauldrons, green balloons, ribbon, and your gold-wrapped treats of choice.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
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Leprechaun Terrariums
If you like a little risk, attract leprechauns to your home with terrariums filled with goodies and sweets. Not only with the pesky fae love it, but your kids will too.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
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Shamrock Mantel Decorations
If you're looking for a more subtle way to decorate for the holiday, make these shamrock mantel decorations made from glittery paper, wooden dowels, and tape. You can really stick them in any bouquet you have around the house.
Get the tutorial at It All Started With Paint.
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Giant Shamrock Streamers
Love the idea of a shamrock streamer but want something bolder? Double the size of it!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
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Shamrock Mason Jars
Gold and green pair so beautifully together, and the subtle shamrocks on these Mason jars make them such chic additions to your St. Patrick's Day decor.
Get the tutorial at Mason Jar Crafts.
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Shamrock Garland
This garland is a quick way to add some St. Patrick's Day cheer to your home. All it takes is green yarn, foam shamrocks, jute twine, scissors, and a hole punch.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
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Shamrock Honeycombs
Making these honeycombs is easier than it looks, and we can bet that at least a few people will assume you bought these from the store because they look so clean. We suggest making a dozen or so and hanging them from your ceiling for a cute, St. Patrick's Day immersive experience.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
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Shamrock Bouquet
If you can't do real greenery in your home, make some faux bouquets with these paper shamrocks. They're light enough to remain subtle, but they'll add some nice color to your space.
Get the tutorial at It All Started With Paint.
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Shamrock Wreath
We love a wreath for any and every holiday here at House Beautiful. This paper St. Patrick's Day wreath is relatively easy to make yourself and to customize to make it fit better within your home.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
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Clover Cake Toppers
Whether you're hosting a little get together at your place for the Irish holiday or you're taking cupcakes to your child's school for snack time, these clover cake toppers will win anyone over. They're still festive without feeling over the top, and they're simply adorable.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
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PartyBayMN DIY Shades of Green Balloon Garland Kit
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PartyBayMN DIY Shades of Green Balloon Garland Kit
Set up for your St. Patrick's Day party with a balloon garland you can set up yourself. Your Instagram photos will come out so cute with these in the background.
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Vixdonos Taper Glass Candlestick Holders - Set of 6
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Vixdonos Taper Glass Candlestick Holders - Set of 6
If you're looking for green decor that can have a place in your home year round, these candle holders are for you. Fun tip from Deputy Digital Editor Katelyn Lunders: order taper candles and acrylic paint to DIY festive candles.
Jazz up your mantel with boho tassels from BlueMake. While the muted ivory and green tones are subtle enough to blend into any decor, you can crank up the volume by peppering in shamrocks and gilded trinkets.
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Peking Handicraft Irish Green Shamrock Clover Hooked Wool Pillow
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Peking Handicraft Irish Green Shamrock Clover Hooked Wool Pillow
Toss this pillow on your favorite accent chair or mix it with your existing pillows to add a little good luck charm to your living room.
With a light dusting of gold glitter, recreate the magic of a leprechaun's covetable pot of gold on your bookshelf, dining room table, and beyond.
