How To Make Bright & Summery Home Decor With The Help Of A Dollar Tree Essential

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Nothing screams "summertime" like fruit. It could be a slice of juicy watermelon or a perfectly ripe mango. Regardless, they truly do capture the season's sweetness. No wonder summer lovers keep finding fun ways to decorate with fruit at home. And that's exactly the case for this décor hack: creating an orange tree branch arrangement. No, we're not going to use real oranges. Just grab a chunky vase from Dollar Tree, such as the Stylish Square Plastic Flower Vases or the Jardin Clear Glass Flower Vase, to get started.

Not only is this a stylish summer décor idea that can be easily swapped out after the season, but it also doesn't break the bank. You can snag synthetic orange stems for under $20 on Amazon, like Woration's 4-Piece Orange Branches with Greenery. Remember, you'll get to reuse these over and over again whenever you want to brighten up your space — not to mention that the vase can be used year-round. Plop the oranges inside your chosen vessel, and you've got an eye-catching statement piece.

Of course, the orange fruit bouquet already looks summery as-is. But if the vase looks a little too plain for your taste, by all means, jazz it up. One idea is to cover it with textured spray paint to get rid of the plastic-y look and give it a high-end feel instead. The Rust-Oleum Stone Creations Spray is a simple way to pull this off. Simply spritz the product in thin, even coats for a realistic, stone-like effect. Another obvious option is to paint the vase in a vibrant shade to dial up the summery mood. A pink or turquoise finish is a no-fail move here. If you're specifically working with a glass vase, the semi-translucent Krylon Sea Glass Spray Paint can give it a tinted look. 

Feel free to swap the oranges for other hot-weather fruits, such as peaches, red berries, pomegranates, or lemons. The Laelfe Artificial Lemons Branches are an even more affordable choice at $12.99. Speaking of fruit, you may want to try this other Dollar Tree lemon DIY for a fresh and vibrant summer look in your home.