21 Dollar Store St Parick’s Day Crafts
Celebrate the luck of the Irish without breaking the bank this St. Patrick’s Day! Crafting your own decorations and festive items can add a personal touch to the holiday while keeping costs low. Whether you’re looking to deck out your home with green and gold, or you’re searching for fun, themed crafts to do with the family, dollar stores are treasure troves of affordable materials. In this guide, we’ll explore 21 creative and budget-friendly St.
1. Shamrock Mason Jars by Green with Decor
Transform ordinary mason jars into charming shamrock-themed lanterns. Simply use green translucent paint to coat the jars and when they’re dry, adorn them with shamrock stickers or hand-painted designs. These can serve as centerpieces or ambient lighting for your St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
2. Leprechaun Hat Centerpieces by Deb Bees Buzz
Craft festive Leprechaun hats using dollar store supplies like green construction paper, black ribbon, and gold cardboard for the buckle. These can be made in various sizes and filled with flowers or candies as enchanting table centerpieces. They’re not only decorative but can also be fun party favors for guests.
3. Pot of Gold Balloon Weights by Eat Drink and Save Money
Create whimsical balloon weights that resemble pots of gold at the end of a rainbow. Use small black pots from the dollar store, fill them with treats or pebbles, and attach colorful balloon bouquets. They’re perfect for adding a burst of color and cheer to any party space.
4. Rainbow Tulle Wreath by Jennifer Perkins
Fashion a vibrant door wreath using a circular frame and strips of tulle in the colors of the rainbow. Attach a pot of gold ornament or a leprechaun hat to the bottom for a thematic touch. This eye-catching decoration welcomes guests with the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day.
5. Golden Shamrock Glassware by Deb Bees Buzz
Elevate your holiday table setting with glassware accented with gold shamrocks. Use gold paint or adhesive vinyl to apply shamrock shapes to wine glasses or mugs. These elegant pieces add a touch of Irish charm to your St. Patrick’s Day dining.
6. Four-Leaf Clover Garland by Makeable Crafts
String together paper or fabric four-leaf clovers to create a charming garland. Alternate shades of green for a dynamic look, or include gold clovers for a bit of sparkle. This simple project adds a festive flair to mantels, doorways, or party tables.
7. Leprechaun Trap Kits by Fun Express
Engage the entire family in crafting leprechaun traps using small boxes, pipe cleaners, popsicle sticks, and green paint. Decorate them with glitter, shamrock stickers, and rainbow paper to lure in those elusive leprechauns. These kits can be a fun craft for kids leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.
8. St. Patrick’s Day Fairy Garden by Craft Box Girls
Create a magical miniature fairy garden with a St. Patrick’s Day theme using tiny accessories, green plants, and fairy figurines. Incorporate small gold coins, a tiny leprechaun hat, and a rainbow bridge for whimsical touches. It’s a delightful decor item that brings a piece of the enchanted Irish folklore into your home.
9. Lucky Charm Bracelets by Mom Endeavors
Craft simple, yet charming bracelets using green beads and lucky charm charms found at the dollar store. These can be worn as accessories on St. Patrick’s Day or given as party favors to guests. It’s a fun and easy way to add some holiday spirit to your outfit.
10. Irish Flag Mason Jar Vases by Mason Jar Crafts Love
Celebrate the colors of Ireland by creating Irish flag-inspired mason jar vases. Use paint or adhesive vinyl to decorate jars with green, white, and orange stripes. Fill them with fresh flowers or greenery for a festive touch.
11. Rainbow Cupcake Toppers by Lets Mingle Blog
Add some color to your St. Patrick’s Day treats by making rainbow cupcake toppers. Cut out colorful paper or use rainbow-colored pipe cleaners to make miniature rainbows that can be inserted into cupcakes. This is a simple yet eye-catching way to add some St. Patrick’s Day flair to your desserts.
12. Shamrock Coasters by Giggles Galore
Protect your table surfaces in style with homemade shamrock coasters made from green felt and gold ribbon. These can be easily made by cutting out shamrock shapes and gluing them onto circular felt pieces. They not only add a decorative touch but also serve a practical purpose.
13. Embellished Lucky Banner by a Dash of Sarah
Spell out the word “lucky” using green paper letters and decorate them with gold glitter or paint. String them together on a ribbon and hang as a banner for a festive touch. This can be hung on walls, doorways, or mantels as a simple yet charming decoration.
14. Leprechaun Footprint Trail by Wiki How
Create a playful leprechaun footprint trail leading up to your front door using green paint and stencils. This is a fun way to add some magic and whimsy to your home for St. Patrick’s Day. Plus, kids will love following the trail and imagining they’re tracking a leprechaun.
15. Shamrock Magnets by Awards
Transform plain wooden or plastic discs into charming shamrock magnets using green paint and adhesive gems or glitter. These can add a festive touch to your refrigerator or any other magnetic surface in your home.
16. Lucky Penny Sign by Julie Measures
Collect pennies and use them to create a “Lucky” sign that can be displayed on a wall or shelf. Simply glue the coins onto a wooden plaque or cardboard cutout and paint over them in green for a St. Patrick’s Day-inspired piece of decor.
17. Rainbow Paper Chain by Crafty Morning
Create a colorful paper chain using strips of construction paper in the colors of the rainbow. This can be hung as a decoration or used as an activity for kids to work on leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.
18. Pot of Gold Treat Bags by The Happy Scraps
Fill small black pots with gold-wrapped candies and attach them to colorful treat bags using ribbon and shamrock-shaped tags.
19. Balloon Arch by Lovely Lucky Life
Create a stunning balloon arch using balloons. This eye-catching decor piece can serve as a backdrop for photos or be placed above a doorway or entrance to add some holiday cheer to your home.
20. St. Patrick’s Day Photo Booth by The Dating Divas
Set up a festive photo booth area using St. Patrick’s Day-themed props such as leprechaun hats, rainbow glasses, and shamrock-shaped signs.
21.Irish-Coffee Bar by Flavorful Finds
Set up an Irish-coffee bar for your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, complete with different types of coffee, whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream, and toppings like whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
There are countless ways to add some Irish flair to your home for St. Patrick’s Day. From DIY decorations to festive treats and activities, these ideas will bring the spirit of the holiday into your home and create a memorable celebration for you and your loved ones.
