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DIY Christmas Signs for a Holiday Home

Learn how to make unique DIY Christmas signs for your holiday home! These projects are perfect for a variety of decorating styles and use a variety of materials.

DIY Christmas Signs

There are two things I have an obsession with when it comes to Christmas decorating. Two of my favorite categories of crafts to make: wreaths and Christmas signs.

Why you ask? Because I have tons of wall space in my home so there’s always somewhere to hang something, especially when it comes to the holidays. I love Christmas wall decor!

Another reason is because the supplies are ready accessible. Whether it be Michaels, the Dollar Tree, or Walmart, you can always find a simple wood surface or plaque as well as a wreath form.

If we’re talking about signs in particular, you just need a little bit of paint and maybe some scrapbook paper and Mod Podge. Or even just vinyl.

What I’m saying is that you don’t need much to make a Christmas sign! Sure you can make them more complicated, but I’m not going tell you how easy they are to make. I’m going to show you.

Below are 40+ signs you can make for the holidays, and I know that no matter your style – there’s something for you on this list you’ll have to try. There are a lot of projects on here ranging from farmhouse to rustic to modern and then just plain colorful!

If you’re into making Christmas signs too, I hope you’ll give one of these projects a try. Then I need you to let me know that you did in the comments. I’d also just love to hear which sign is your favorite.

Happy holidays and happy crafting!

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Handmade farmhouse style Christmas sign
Farmhouse Christmas Sign in Four Easy Steps
This unique buffalo plaid deer sign will fit in perfectly with your farmhouse decor! This holiday sign is made in four EASY steps.
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DIY Rustic Light-Up Christmas Sign
theamericanpatriette.com
DIY Rustic Light-Up Christmas Sign
This rustic sign, complete with a cozy glow of lights and a verse from “O Holy Night,” makes for a gorgeous piece of (inexpensive) holiday home decor.
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3
DIY Christmas Mason Jar Sign
www.thecraftpatchblog.com
DIY Christmas Mason Jar Sign
Learn how to make an adorable DIY wooden sign featuring a Christmas mason jar filled with glittery paper poinsettias.
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www.ribbonsandglue.com
Wooden Noel Sign
This sign was made from a common board and then painted and stained. After that, all you need to do is cut some vinyl letters and use them as stencils. It's super easy!
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5
DIY Rustic Christmas Joy Sign Using Pallet Wood
www.sixcleversisters.com
DIY Rustic Joy Sign Using Pallet Wood
Nothing says Christmas better than the word JOY! This DIY rustic sign is simple to make and will add that perfect holiday touch to any space.
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DIY Farmhouse Christmas Signs
www.craftaholicsanonymous.net
DIY Farmhouse Christmas Signs
If you're going to have a farmhouse theme, you might want to go all in with some cute cows! Add them to a striped background with a wreath and you have instant holiday decor. I absolutely love this trio of signs.
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7
Christmas Light Up Marquee DIY
abeautifulmess.com
Merry & Bright Light Up Marquee
This sign is a bit more advanced, but if you know how to use tools, it's definitely achievable. Make this merry and bright marquee with some wood, chipboard letters, and a drill.
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JOY Christmas Plaque with Festive Plaid Flair
JOY Christmas Plaque
Make a small wood Christmas sign with JOY letters, a sparkly gold frame, and festive plaid paper. This is an easy DIY to add to your Christmas decor
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plaidonline.com
Holiday Welcome Porch Sign
If you love painting, this welcome sign with a darling plaid ornament is going to be right up your alley! Shortcut by using vinyl or letter stencils to paint the letters.
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10
DIY Christmas Decor with Buffalo Plaid Patterned Vinyl
shopcraftables.com
Modern Reindeer Decor
I'm a big fan of modern Christmas decorating, so these reindeer with their plaid noses really struck me! So simple yet so cute.
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DIY Joy Sign
www.lizmarieblog.com
DIY Joy Sign
If you don't have a wreath like this one, never fear . . . you can get some styrofoam balls and Christmas (or red/white/green) knits from the craft store. Make your own balls (so to speak) and glue them to the front of this painted sign.
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12
HO HO HO Sign Christmas Decor
www.thenavagepatch.com
HO HO HO Sign Christmas Decor
This 3-piece scrap wood HO HO HO sign is a fun and easy craft project that will bring a smile to all who see it. Make one today, and let the season begin!
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Most Wonderful Time of the Year Sign
www.lemonthistle.com
Most Wonderful Time of the Year Sign
Not everyone loves a red and green Christmas! If your colors are black, white, or neutral, think about this modern sign with a simple quote.
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DIY Metal and Wood Noel Sign
www.blesserhouse.com
DIY Metal and Wood Noel Sign
Corrugated metal isn't a material I'd typically associate with Christmas, but this industrial look is pretty awesome! I absolutely love the simplicity of this NOEL sign.
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15
Personalized Christmas Sign with a Cricut
www.polkadotchair.com
Personalized Christmas Sign with a Cricut
Learn how to use your Cricut machine to make a personalized wood Christmas sign with the family name. This would make a fun Christmas craft but also a great hostess gift!
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Round Merry Christmas Sign
plaidonline.com
Round Merry Christmas Sign
If you've never tried Treasure Gold before, I'm telling you – it's awesome. Use it to stencil your holiday words of choice on this sign. The holly are stenciled too.
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17
Photo Transfer Christmas Sign
lizoncall.com
Photo Transfer Christmas Sign
I love that this photo transfer Christmas sign has a fun rustic look, perfect for this vintage truck and tree design.
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18
DIY Tassel Tree Sign
www.wilshirecollections.com
DIY Tassel Tree Sign
This DIY Christmas tassel tree sign only requires a few supplies, and it will give you that farmhouse feel you love on a budget!
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O'Holy Night Christmas Carol Sign
www.thehappyhousie.com
O’Holy Night Christmas Carol Sign
Does it take a minute to transfer all the words? Yes. Is it also easy? Yes! You'll just be filling the letters in with Sharpie, too. I just love this pretty sign.
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20
Wood Bead Christmas Tree Sign
www.themakersmap.com
Wood Bead Christmas Tree Sign
Sometimes the Dollar Tree amazes even me, and this wood Christmas craft is no exception! This cool tree is made from wood beads.
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21
DIY Christmas Tree Wood Holiday Sign
www.craftingcheerfully.com
DIY Christmas Tree Wood Holiday Sign
Create a beautiful Christmas tree wooden sign using green and brown fabric scraps! This is a great handmade project to add to your holiday decor.
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Joy Wood Cutout Sign
lollyjane.com
Joy Wood Cutout Sign
Every year I see word cutouts for Christmas at the craft store, and now I know exactly what I want to do with them! I love it when florals are brought into holiday decorating.
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23
Merry Vintage Christmas Sign
Vanessa Brady
Merry Vintage Christmas Sign
You can make this cute "Merry" vintage style Christmas sign in under 15 minutes with only a few supplies. Easy to customize and enjoy!
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kellyleighcreates.com
Wooden Round Gnome Holiday Sign
Dress up your Christmas door with a wooden round "gnome for the holidays" sign. It's simple but gets the message across . . . all gnomes are welcome here!
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25
Believe Rustic Christmas Wall Decor
Vanessa Brady
Believe Rustic Christmas Art
Make your holidays merry with this rustic Christmas "believe" art. You'll learn an easy way to age the frame.
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26
DIY Merry and Bright Christmas Sign
flamingotoes.com
DIY Merry and Bright Christmas Sign
If you're all about the vintage floral look for the holidays, this is going to be right up your alley. Bev also provides a pattern so you can do her exact lettering.
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27
www.brepurposed.com
Merry and Bright Marquee
Come check out how to use clear ornaments to make this oversized Christmas marquee sign. It's not as hard as you think; there are only seven steps!
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28
Virginia Fynes
Mrs. Claus Cafe Kitchen Sign
This" Mrs. Clause Cafe" painted kitchen sign is sure to warm your holiday loving heart, and make you crave all those delectable December treats!
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29
Joy to the World Rustic Sign
Angie Holden
Joy to the World Rustic Sign
Make this rustic wood sign using an old board and Krylon spray paint. This is a fun project, and you can use this technique with other decor throughout the year.
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Fresh Cut Christmas Trees Sign
michellespartyplanit.com
Fresh Cut Christmas Trees Sign
Create an on trend farmhouse Christmas sign with a cutting machine and dollar store finds! This is a budget friendly and easy idea, perfect for those who like it simple.
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www.hertoolbelt.com
Be Merry Christmas Sign
Easily create a whimsical statement Be Merry sign with some paint and stencils! This reminds of something that would be downtown during a Whoville Christmas.
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Merry and Bright Wood Pallet Sign
www.cravingsomecreativity.com
Merry and Bright Wood Pallet Sign
Using a few supplies from the home improvement store, you can have your own unique holiday decor to display with pride! I love the rustic feel of this sign with the large cursive font.
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Dollar Tree Sign Makeover
www.thenavagepatch.com
Dollar Tree Sign Makeover
These signs are a Dollar Tree makeover that look like they came from Hobby Lobby! The free SVGs make these signs stand out from the crowd.
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salvagedliving.com
Merry Black and White Sign
You'll love this precious dollar tree makeover using an old picture frame and inexpensive sign. The word "MERRY" is my favorite in holiday decor, and I love the plaid too!
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35
kellyleighcreates.com
All is Calm All is Bright Sign
Create a quick and easy rustic Christmas sign to go with a rustic holiday theme. This project is perfect for beginners!
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36
Merry & Bright Colorful Sign
plaidonline.com
Merry & Bright Colorful Sign
Looking for a little color in your life? This sign is the way to add it! Let rainbows be your guide this holiday season by making this project.
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Merry Little Christmas Sign
www.majhofftakesawife.com
Merry Little Christmas Sign
Love the look of those understated, rustic wood holiday signs? This free Christmas SVG makes it easy to create your own.
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www.cleanandscentsible.com
Cut Your Own Tree Farm Sign
The tree farm isn't too far! I love this classic sign with the cute trees and the bold colors. Perfect for decorating a Christmas mantel.
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