13 Simple Budget-Friendly Fall Home Decor Resources

If you like to infuse your home with seasonal fall colors, then it’s time to put a plan in place for fall decor. Do you want ways to decorate for fall that don’t break the bank? I’ve searched and found 13 simple budget-friendly fall season resources.

We all want our homes to project the warmth and coziness of fall. Most of us need ideas that will help us transform our spaces into a haven without straining our wallets. 

I love to flip through shelter magazines for ideas. But my favorite resource is Pinterest. That’s where I go for seasonal inspiration. 

Regardless of your level of decorating expertise, these resources will inspire you to create the beauty of fall in a cost-effective way.

Fall is a season that invites us to gather and celebrate the changing of the season. Our homes should reflect that spirit.

With these budget-friendly tips and resources, you can create a welcoming atmosphere that captures the special feeling of fall. 

From DIY projects to helpful shopping tips, you’ll discover how to make the most of what you have and where to find affordable decor items for fall.

Where to Shop for Budget-Friendly Fall Decorating 

To help you on your decorating journey, here is a list of places where you can find inexpensive home decor items perfect for fall. 

  • Thrift stores and flea markets are treasure troves for unique finds like vintage books and cozy blankets. 
  • You can find cheap fall decor ideas at charity stores, garage sales, and estate sales.
  • The dollar store offers a variety of seasonal decorations, from candles to faux pumpkins and faux flowers, that can be easily incorporated into your decor. 
  • Don’t forget about online marketplaces like Etsy, where you can find handmade items that add a personal touch to your home.
  • Consider exploring craft stores (Joann, Michael’s, Hobby Lobby) that sell budget-friendly supplies for crafting your own fall decorations. They often have sales on seasonal items (and coupons!). With a little creativity, you can create stunning centerpieces, wreaths, or fall vignettes.
  • Home improvement stores can be a surprising source for materials like burlap, tiles, brick, and twine baskets, which can be used to craft rustic decor. 
  • Shop big box stores like Target, HomeGoods, AtHome, Walmart, and Kirklands for inexpensive, but nice-looking autumn season furniture and accessories.
  • Vintage finds can be affordable and lend a rustic or traditional vibe for fall.
  • Even your local grocery store carries small items, such as candles, vases, pumpkins, and affordable flowers.

And the best place to shop for budget friendly fall decor ideas? Your home.

If you are on a tight budget, reuse items you already have on hand. Some items may not seem like fall decor candidates at first. But think about how they can evoke the season.

Fall Autumn Decorations that Aren’t Pumpkins or Leaves

All fall decorations don’t have to be pumpkins or fall leaves. What things evoke the sense of fall?

  • earthy tones and neutral colors, such as tans, creams, taupes, whites or browns.
  • ​natural materials – wood, metal, burlap, cotton, stone, branches, twigs, pinecones, acorns – many that you can find in your backyard.
  • metallics – copper, bronze, and brass
  • patterns – plaid, gingham, and checks
  • pots of fall scents – cinnamon or pumpkin spice, apple cider
  • ​cozy fabrics – wool, flannel, chenille, velvet
  • homemade accessories – wreaths, banners, boxes, signs
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Budget-Friendly Resources: 13 Simple Ideas for Using Inexpensive Fall Decor

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Inexpensive Fall Home Decor On A Budget

Serena A Joyce shares her favorite places to purchase fall items on a budget.

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Creating a Fall Gallery Wall

Lauren of Blesser House shows how to create an expensive-looking gallery wall on a budget.

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Thrifted Goodies for Fall

Rachel of The Antiqued Journey shows how to use thrifted goodies in your fall decorating. She shares “best way of finding beautiful and unique pieces that speak to you, helping you to create a home that is one-of-a-kind.”

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Book Page Banner with Fall Leaves

Sondra Lyn at Home uses the simplest of easy-to-find supplies to make a fall banner with big impact.

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Affordable Ways to Decorate for Fall

Rachel of Maison de Pax shares her 10 affordable ways to decorate for fall. For example, using the colors of apples on a wood tray. She also has a printable for you.

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DIY Crafty Candle Project

Camilla of Family Chic shares a high-end-looking candle made on a budget. Can either use on old sweater you have or purchase on at a thrift shop for a few dollars.

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Frugal Ideas for Fall Decorating

Kimberly of Love to Frugal shares her ideas for fall decorating on a budget.

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Decorate for Fall on a Budget

Lena of Happily Ever Adventures shares lots of great fall decorating ideas you can create on a budget.

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How to Use Essential Oils in Fall Decor

Natalie of Family Makes Scents shares how to give your fall home a welcoming scent using essential oils.

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Fall Decor Ideas from the Thrift Shop

Lindsay of My Creative Days shares resources for finding and using items from the thrift shop for fall decorating.

stack of vintage budget-friendly books for fall decor

Summer Green Beans and Corn

Rachel of The Pond’s Farmhouse shares 11 trending thrifty ideas for fall decor.

faux green leaf affordable fall garland

Fall Thrifty Farmhouse Decor

Amanda of The Little Frugal House shares fall farmhouse decorating ideas on a budget.

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Fall Budget Decor Tips

Janet of ShabbyFuFu, a top designer, shares her take on fall budget decor tips.

Here are more budget-friendly fall decor ideas you will like:

Check out these Fall Decor Pinterest Boards: Fall Home Decor and Fall DIY Projects.

I hope you PIN this post, visit each budget-friendly fall decor resource, and PIN each one.

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3 Comments

  1. Such cute ideas! I always love getting my moving boxes full of holiday decor out. I love this time of year!! <3

  2. MARY-ANN (FROM CANADA) says:

    Carol, thanks for always bringing us such great posts! I know you spend a lot of time researching and I really appreciate all your ideas for each season.

    1. You are such a sweet, loyal reader. Every blogger treasures readers like you. You make my day!

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