Rustic Deer Decor You Can Make in an Afternoon

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Rustic deer decor you can make in an afternoon: a sweet thrifted deer and a tiny driftwood tree tucked under a handmade cloche. Perfect for a rustic and natural Christmas.

Today I’m sharing one of my favorite rustic deer Christmas decor: a sweet little deer next to a handmade driftwood tree, all nestled inside a cloche on my mom’s baking tin. There’s just something so charming about this vignette. It combines so many of my favorite elements.

Before we dive into the DIY steps, let me tell you why this little vignette might just become your favorite Christmas decoration too. There’s something magical about a tiny deer nestled under a rustic cloche, it’s like a miniature winter wonderland you can hold in your hands. And the best part? You don’t need a fancy craft room or expensive materials to make it happen. I’m going to show you exactly how.

I made the chicken wire cloche years ago and first featured it on my blog in a spring vignette. It’s so simple to make, I honestly don’t know why I waited so long to reuse it! You can create one in minutes. Here’s how:

DIY Chicken Wire Cloche for Rustic Deer Christmas Decor

1. Wrap chicken wire around a vase, bucket, or anything round that matches your desired cloche width.
2. Cut with pliers and secure the ends (gloves recommended, those edges are sharp!).
3. Mold the top into a dome, trim excess wire, and attach the ends. That’s it!

 A little deer with a driftwood tree under a cloche on my mom’s baking tin…..

My little deer now shares space with a rustic driftwood Christmas tree. Making the tree takes a bit longer but is surprisingly relaxing. Here’s my method:

DIY Driftwood Christmas Tree

Supplies: Cone (styrofoam or handmade), small driftwood pieces, hot glue gun.

I didn’t have a cone, so I made one from leftover floor-covering paper. Any sturdy bendable paper works. Roll it into a cone and trim the bottom so it stands straight. Secure with painter’s tape if needed.

Hot glue driftwood pieces until the paper is completely covered starting at the bottom.

Use the smallest pieces for the top.

Simple, rustic, and charming! 

A Repurposed Brass Deer

The deer has its own history too. Rescued from the unwanted corner in the thrift store, it got a makeover a long time ago. I used it as a painted and glittered brass deer in a vintage Christmas display. After a quick refresh with chalk paint, she’s fresh and ready for a new holiday season.

She may have had humble beginnings but this little deer figurine has been loved and used in my Christmas decor for over twenty years now. You can see a lot of different ideas for Christmas deer decor in this post.

 I love my little deer vignette. I hope you like it too. 

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