Effortless Girl - DIY Projects - Holiday

DIY Paper Flowers ….Hyacinths!

I love elegant table settings. A beautifully decorated table makes dining become more of an experience than a necessity. Plus, doesn’t food taste better from an exquisitely set table? Now that fall is here it’s time to start thinking forward to the holidays. During the holidays, I think this is all the more important. It’s your time to put on…

DIY Decor, Fall Season

DIY Tissue Paper Pumpkins

September 10, 2023

It’s Fall Y’all! We’ve entered the season of the pumpkin – they’re everywhere! Pumpkins are great for many reasons both culinary and decorative. These pumpkins make beautiful autumn decorations for the table. Recently, in an upscale boutique, I admired beautiful rustic pumpkins but the price tag was far more than I was willing to spend. So I decided to make…

DIY Decor, Easter, Holidays

Bunny Napkin Rings

March 28, 2022

Easter is coming. Spring is here and everything is beginning and new again. I love Easter and all that it represents. If you’re an Effortless Girl, you already know that you don’t have to spend lots of money on an amazing Easter-scape. Thus I give you Easter Bunny Napkin Rings! This project takes about an hour for 10 rings. You’ll…

Holidays, St. Patrick’s Day

Saint Patrick’s Day Party Hats

March 17, 2022

Saint Patrick’s Day is coming! Today we’re making ADORABLE party hats and headbands for under $5. The steps are minimal and all of the materials you either have at home or pick them up at a discount store. Nobody has extra time or money right now….I get it! As an FYI, I think the feather headband is elegant and a…

Holidays, St. Patrick’s Day

Saint Patrick’s Day Decor

March 10, 2022

Today we’re creating easy Saint Patrick’s Day Decor. These leprechaun hat pots may be used as candle holders or stand alone decoration for the holiday. Saint Patrick’s Day is fun and festive, so why not get in the spirit? The cost is under $10 for the entire project. A how-to video is here and here. Saint Patrick’s Day Decor may…

DIY Decor, Holidays, Valentine’s Day

Make a Wooden Heart

February 4, 2022

This post is perfect for Valentine’s Day. It’s rustic but sweet, thoughtful but not sappy. In other words, it celebrates Valentine’s Day without going overboard. You can Make a Wooden Heart for wall art or a miniature version on a card. The heart may also double for year round decor. The cost is under $20. Let’s go! Materials: Canvas Wood…

DIY Decor, DIY Projects

Must Have DIY Mirror

January 20, 2022

I’m doing another project in the Effortless Girl not Expensive DIY series – The Must Have DIY Mirror. This mirror is very chic and doesn’t come with a designer price tag – and the starburst pattern is everywhere. The high end version retails for $99+ and the Effortless Girl version is $27 or less. It’s great way to revamp a…

Holidays, New Years Eve

DIY New Year’s Eve Accessories

December 30, 2021

New Year’s Eve is Friday! If you’re looking for NYE party accessories that won’t break the bank, this is the DIY for you. Everyone loves a good party hat and cool jewelry and these easy DIY New Year’s Eve Accessories are fun and simple to make. They use materials you already have in your home for holiday decorations so shop…

DIY Decor, Holidays, New Years Eve

DIY New Year’s Eve Decor

December 26, 2021

Christmas Day has come and gone…now is the time to pack up the decorations, take down the tree, and do something with the miles of lights that seem to knot themselves into oblivion every year. This year, try something different instead of instantly packing your decorations. Repurpose some of your ornaments, beads, and lights into festive DIY New Year’s Eve…

Christmas, DIY Decor, Holidays

DIY Christmas Tree Decor

December 12, 2021

It’s crunch time for the holidays. I’m feeling the pressure both with my time and wallet. Today’s project is making trees for decor or gifts. The time commitment is minimal and the cost is about $5 each. This DIY Christmas Tree Decor makes easy teacher gifts or last minute party gifts you can make in about 15 minutes. By the…

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Julie, The Effortless Girl, is from a small (teeny tiny) community in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. The Effortless Girl was born out of a desire to challenge herself to find accessible, unique lifestyle ideas with cost savings in mind. LEARN MORE >