Fruit‑themed décor is everywhere right now — from boutique home stores to Pinterest feeds bursting with lemons, cherries, and watermelon everything. And honestly, I couldn’t resist jumping in. If the world is going fruity, then I’m bringing my own fresh‑picked DIY twist to the trend.

These five projects are bright, cheerful, budget‑friendly, and perfect for adding a little sunshine to your home. Even better? Most of the supplies came straight from Dollar Tree and Hobby Lobby, making these crafts as affordable as they are adorable.

Let’s dive into the sweetness.

1. Lemon Wreath

Nothing says “summer is here” like a pop of lemon décor on your front door.

Supplies:

• Grapevine wreath form
• Faux lemons
• Greenery and lemon‑themed picks
• Ribbon or bow
• Hot glue and floral wire
• Lemon themed sign

How to Make It:

1. Start by fluffing and arranging your greenery at the bottom of the wreath form.
2. Place the sign at the bottom of the wreath.
3. Add your faux lemons, spacing them evenly for a balanced look.
4. Secure everything with hot glue and/or floral wire.
5. Finish with a bow — yellow, gingham, or whatever fits your vibe.

This wreath looks boutique‑level but costs a fraction of the price.

2. Lemon Riser Using a Cutting Board

This lemon cutting board was meant for a gift, but when it didn’t get used, I knew it needed a new purpose. Turning it into a riser was the perfect way to bring a little extra sunshine into my space.

Supplies:

• Lemon‑shaped cutting board (Hobby Lobby)
• Wooden beads or wooden peg feet (Dollar Tree)
• Hot glue or wood glue

How to Make It:

1. Flip your cutting board over and decide where you want your riser legs.
2. Glue on wooden beads or pegs — four corners or three in a triangle pattern both work great.
3. Let dry completely before styling.

Instant charm with minimal effort.

3. “Hello Sunshine” Lemon Wood Block

A cheerful little shelf sitter that brightens any space.

Supplies:

• Wood block
• Lemon wood shape cutout or any other lemon accent
• Paint
• Ribbon and twine
• Glue

How to Make It:

1. Paint your block.
2. Glue the lemon accent
3. Adhere the ribbon and twine.
4. Add vinyl, sticker, or wood letters to spell Hello Sunshine.

Simple, sweet, and perfect for summer.

4. Watermelon Hanging Sign — “Life Is Sweet”

This one is playful, bold, and perfect for porches, patios, or kids’ spaces.

Supplies:

• Hanging sign or wood shape
• Paint
• Fabric
• Vinyl, stickers, or wood letters for “Life Is Sweet”
• Ribbon
• Watermelon accent ( I used a beaded garland from the Dollar Tree)
• Optional accents like flowers
• Mod Podge

How to Make It:

1. Paint your sign.
2. Attach the fabric to the bottom half using mod podge.
3. Glue or staple a ribbon accent where the fabric and wood meet in the middle to cover up the fabric edge.
4. Add your lettering once the paint is dry.
5. Add watermelon and flower accents.
6. Tie on a ribbon or twine with beads for hanging.

It’s bright, happy, and guaranteed to make people smile.

5. Cherry Wall Décor

This one looks totally boutique‑bought, but it only cost a few dollars to make. It was actually inspired by my daughter — she loves anything with a cherry print. The moment I spotted the cherry wood cutout at Dollar Tree, I knew I had to turn it into something special just for her.

Supplies:

• Wood plaque
• Decorative napkin for the background
• Cherry wood cutout
• Mod Podge
• Paint (optional)

How to Make It:

1. Paint the wood plaque.
2. Apply Mod Podge to the plaque and lay your napkin on top for a patterned background.
3. Paint your cherry cutout or leave it natural for a rustic look.
4. Glue the cherry piece onto the center of the plaque.

It’s the perfect mix of cute and classy.

Final Thoughts

Fruit‑themed décor is such a fun way to bring color and personality into your home — and these DIYs prove you don’t need a big budget to create something beautiful. Whether you’re team lemon, cherry, or watermelon, these projects add a fresh, summery touch to any space.

As always, if you want to see these being made, follow me on TikTok @ohwait.imamom

With coffee in one hand and sunshine‑sweet lemons in the other,

💛Bethany