It is time to start your St. Patrick's Day decorations! This year, try shamrock wreaths, leprechaun hat centerpieces, rainbow garlands, pots of gold mason jars, lucky banners, candle holders, and clover table runners to decorate your house.
Whether you are hosting a lively gathering or simply want to add a touch of green to your surroundings in this period, this guide has the best tips on when to start decorating and a bunch of decorations to make your celebration truly memorable.
When To Decorate For St. Patrick's Day?
You can start decorating for St. Patrick’s Day around mid-March. Of course, some eager enthusiasts start decking out their spaces as early as the beginning of March, but, it is up to your personal preference and the time you have to get everything for that St. Patrick's Day party.
How To Make St. Patrick's Day Decorations? 11 Ideas
Are you out of St. Patrick's Day DIY decorating ideas? There are 11 creative tips listed here for you to get inspired. Read the details of each below!
1. Shamrock Wreath
Craft a wreath using faux or real shamrocks for a festive touch on your front door. You can either purchase pre-made shamrocks or create your own using green construction paper or felt. Arrange them in a circle and attach them to a wreath base using hot glue.
2. Leprechaun Hat Centerpieces
One idea for St Patrick's Day table decorations is to create miniature leprechaun hats filled with flowers or candies to adorn your dining table. Cut out hat shapes from black cardstock or construction paper and add a band of green ribbon around the base.
3. Rainbow Garland
Go beyond the classic shamrock garland ideas and string together colorful paper or fabric to make a rainbow garland to hang across the house – it is a good St. Patrick's Day decor for mantels or doorways.
4. Pot Of Gold Mason Jars
Paint mason jars black and fill them with gold-wrapped candies or coins, add a touch of sparkle by dusting the jars with gold glitter. Tie a green ribbon around the neck of each jar and you will have a classy St. Patrick's Day decoration.
5. Lucky Banner
Cut out letters to spell "Lucky" and string them together to create a charming banner to hang in your home. Use green or gold paper for the letters and string them onto a length of twine or ribbon. Hang the banner across a mantel, doorway, or window!
6. Shamrock Mason Jar Candleholders
Paint mason jars green and adorn them with shamrock stickers or paint for candle holders. Place tea light candles inside the jars to create a warm and inviting glow. For more ideas like that, read this homeyou article on creating Irish candles!
7. Leprechaun Footprints
Cut out footprints from green construction paper and place them around your home to create the illusion of leprechauns. Scatter them near doorways, windows, and other unexpected places. You can also add a few gold glitter footprints to lead the way to a hidden pot of gold.
8. Clover Table Runner
Glue together clover-shaped fabric pieces to make a vibrant table runner for your St. Patrick's Day feast. Choose fabrics in varying shades of green for added visual interest and embellishments like sequins or beads.
9. Shamrock Balloons
Inflate green balloons and draw shamrocks on them with a permanent marker for a simple yet effective decoration. Hang them from the ceiling or use them to create balloon bouquets around your home. You can also attach ribbons or tassels to the balloons for extra flair.
10. Greenery Centerpieces
Arrange greenery like ferns or ivy in pots or vases and add gold accents for a chic St. Patrick's Day centerpiece. Place the arrangements on your dining table or mantel for an elegant touch. You can also incorporate St. Patrick’s Day floral arrangements for a pop of color.
11. Rainbow Wall Art
Our last DIY St Patrick's Day decor tip is to paint or print out a rainbow design to hang on your walls as a cheerful reminder of the holiday's joy and luck. Use acrylic paints to create a vibrant rainbow on canvas or paper.
In any case of doubt or lack of creativity for St. Patrick's Day decorations, homeyou's decorators are here for you! Call them out anytime!
