DIY Cylinder Vase Holiday Centerpiece Tutorial

An elegant and affordable way to add sparkle to your holiday table!

These glass cylinder vases look high-end but cost just a few dollars to make. They’re perfect for Christmas dinners, winter parties, or even as everyday seasonal décor. You can customize the colors to match your theme — from classic red and gold to farmhouse neutrals.

( For a huge list of table decor ideas check out this post)

🛒 Supplies You’ll Need

(Most can be found at Dollar Tree, Walmart, or craft stores!)

• 1 tall cylinder glass vase (or any clear vase)
• A mix of ornaments in your chosen color scheme (shatterproof ones work best)
• A few pinecones (optional but adds great texture!)
• Battery-operated fairy lights or mini LED string lights
• A small faux greenery wreath or sprig of pine garland for the base
• Optional: small berry picks, ribbon, or fake snow for extra flair

🪄 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Start with the vase
Wipe down your vase so it’s crystal clear — fingerprints show up easily under lights! You can find these cheap at Dollar Tree, Michaels, and Thrift stores.

2. Add your base layer
Place a few ornaments and pinecones at the bottom. As you go, mix in a small section of the fairy light strand. This layering makes the light glow evenly throughout.

3. Continue layering
Alternate ornaments, lights, and pinecones. Try to balance shiny and matte finishes for visual depth.
👉 Pro tip: Use smaller ornaments near the top so they don’t shift around.

4. Finish with a light twist
Once the vase is full, gently tuck the battery pack behind the vase (you can hide it under the greenery base). Turn on the lights — instant cozy glow!

5. Add the greenery base
Set the vase inside a small wreath or wrap pine garland around it. Add a few berry picks or faux holly sprigs for a festive touch.

💡 Styling Ideas

• For a farmhouse look: Use neutral ornaments (white, gold, champagne) and tuck in sprigs of eucalyptus.
• For a rustic cabin vibe: Mix in mini pinecones and twine ribbon around the base.
• For a glam holiday table: Add glittered ornaments and metallic fairy lights.
• You can make three of these centerpieces for under $20 if you shop smart:
• Dollar Tree vase: $1.25
• Bag of ornaments: $5
• Fairy lights: $2–3
• Pinecones and greenery: free if you forage or reuse old décor!