12 Creative DIYs Using Faux Flowers From Dollar Tree In Your Decor

As beautiful as real flowers look in arrangements and decorative containers, they're usually quite expensive and a hassle to maintain. Worse, they're short-lived and need to be swapped out on a regular basis. This makes artificial flowers one of the most popular Dollar Tree craft and DIY items. They're comparatively cheaper (each bundle costs about $1.75) and are available in a variety of colors and styles. Plus, they can last for years if you clean them every once in a while and don't subject them to nature's elements. 

Wondering how else you can employ these flowers besides plopping them in a vase? Here are some creative DIYs you can try using imitation blooms from Dollar Tree. The list includes classics like wreaths, pressed flowers in frames, and wall art. It also contains unique decor ideas like a flower chandelier, artwork made of plaster of Paris, a swinging plant stand, and more. Keep in mind that the success of most of these DIY ideas will depend on the quality of the flowers you buy. So, always pick stems with healthy-looking petals and avoid ones with a waxy finish.

Want to spruce up your plain walls? Dimensional decor is a nice alternative to flat paintings and picture frames. Luckily, you can create beautiful floral home decor with an easy Dollar Tree DIY. A round Crafter's Square Hanging DIY sign can serve as your base. Stain or paint it per your preferences, and get some burlap, drop cloth, or a scrap piece of fabric to create a pocket for your artificial flowers. You can use Crafters Square Wood Beads strung onto twine to hang the sign. Or for a more colorful look, use brightly-hued ones, like Ad Beads' Natural Gemstone Pieces. 

A mini flower cart makes unique tabletop or entryway decor. A Decorative Wooden Tray from Dollar Tree can serve as the cart. You'll also need small rings, like Hanwer's Natural Wooden Rings for Crafts, to DIY wheels. Stain or paint the different parts before gluing them together (or vice versa). Add some floral moss to your cart before inserting seasonal flowers, fillers, and greenery. If you want to add a sign, glue decorative letters on a wood stick, or use a chalkboard tag for a rustic look. If you make the materials easy to swap out, the cart can be filled with festive greenery and fairy lights during the holidays for a festive Christmas tree-themed cart.

DIY a mini porch swing to display artificial flowers from Dollar Tree in style. Just get four Crafter's Square Wood Pallets to make a seat. Glue them together and adhere popsicle sticks in the back to reinforce the joints. Paint or stain it per your liking, or use decals to give the swing a unique look. Glue two small Terracotta Starter Pots to the seat and fill them with flowers of your choice. You can use old planters, too, provided they aren't too heavy. Switch out the blooms that you display throughout the year so they are always fit for the season.

Craft a floral birdhouse using a Standing Wooden House-Shaped Inbox. Next, pick the kind of artificial flowers you'll be inserting inside. This will help you choose a complementary shade of paint for the house-like structure. You can cut small pieces of fabric from Dollar Tree tote bags and glue them to your birdhouse. Or, get beautiful two- or three-ply napkins to decoupage the front and inside portions. When you're done, add some floral foam to the house, cover it with Floral Garden Reindeer Moss, and stick in the flower stems.

You just need to glue two Crafters Square Wood Slat Crates side-by-side to fashion a planter box. Simply attach more if you'd like a longer box. Then, either stain and paint your container (you can even use a stencil to give it a pattern) or decorate it with ribbons, beads, and themed stickers. Now, fill the box with your chosen flowers. As for the watering can, you need a tiny one that goes with your planter box. DoITool's Mini Metal Watering Cans come in multiple colors so you can further customize your project.

Seasonal wreaths can be pricey, and storing them can be a pain. However, there's a budget-friendly option you can change up per the seasons. Grab an old wreath form or get a Floral Garden Metal Wreath from Dollar Tree. Decide on the flower colors or types you want to display and start layering them over the form. You can even mix and match several varieties together for a one-of-a-kind finish. Use zip ties to attach the stems to the base, making them loose enough to swap the flowers every few months. 

If you want to say goodbye to traditional wreaths, this adorable alternative is more unique. You'll need two bases: one circular and one a square shape. Cut them so they fit together to form a basket shape and attach them. Then, cover the whole thing with fabric, rope, ribbon, or a decorative garland that fits your theme. Add flowers in layers to look like they are growing out of the basket. For a simpler alternative, thrift a small, thin basket and fill it with flowers.

Hanging planters are a great way to beautify your yard and boost your home's aesthetic appeal. Alas, they can be a pain to maintain, and can look drab if you don't use the right method to water hanging plant baskets. If you aren't equipped to fulfil their care requirements, grab a few Garden Collection Hanging Wire Planters and line the insides with coconut fiber, burlap, or moss. Now, for the important part: picking the right flowers. Stick with a single color of flowers and pick a species that's in season to keep the ruse going.

You can bring the outside in with a stunning floral bedroom DIY using Dollar Tree supplies. Buy an appropriate number of White Poster Boards for the area you'd like to cover. You also want to determine the theme of your flower wall. Is it going to feature different colors and types to resemble a lifelike garden? Or, do you want it in a singular shade so it complements your room better? You can even go for an ombre effect if you want something a bit more dramatic. Whatever your decision, keep in mind that this project will require a significant time investment and loads of artificial flowers. Fortunately, you can spread the project over days so it doesn't get tiring. For instance, one day can be spent snipping off the flower stems while another can be used to glue them in place. Use thumbtacks, like the 100-Pin Pack from Willrain, or adhesive strips to mount the poster boards to your wall.

Although it's the simplest idea on this list, you'll still have to put in some effort to make the artificial flowers look real. First off, you want to get an attractive vase or container for your flowers. If you have an opaque vase, fill it with floral foam before inserting your stems. But if you grabbed a clear one, pour some clear glue inside the vase prior to dropping in the blooms to hold them in place.  If you picked a tall planter, use pool noodles and then poke in the florals. Whichever way you go, don't forget to fluff the blooms and arrange them well for a realistic display.

Pressing flowers from your blooming garden makes for great mementos. But what do you do if you have a black thumb or don't have the requisite space to nurture a garden? You get small artificial flowers from Dollar Tree and press them in a photo frame to create a unique keepsake of your own. This DIY is as simple as it sounds. Just open up the frame and place the stems inside prior to sealing it again. If you want a unique look, wrap the mat in a decorative cloth, thick ribbon, or slices of burlap. 

Three-dimensional art can cost hundreds from home decor retailers. If you want to display one of these eye-catching pieces in your home without spending a fortune, get a few different kinds of imitation flowers from Dollar Tree. Snip off their stems and dip them in a plaster of Paris mixture, made with a base like Dap's White Mix, and let them dry completely. Use a small canvas with just a few flowers for a tabletop display. Or, to make a statement piece for your wall, grab a large canvas and attach a slew of flowers. Finally, spray paint the entire thing for a solid finish. 

The ceiling is an often-overlooked spot to add pops of color. A floral chandelier can draw the eye upward and give your space playful vibes. For a budget-friendly way to make a big impact, DIY one using artificial flowers from Dollar Tree. Grab a metal wreath form or wrap some pool noodle around a giant hula hoop to get your base set up. Then, push in the flowers to cover it. Take out the chains from DT's hanging planter to mount your flower chandelier on a hook. You can even loop in some lights to make your installation more whimsical. Just look for ones that are battery-operated and can be controlled via a remote, like KAQ's Four Pack of Fairy Lights.