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78 Unique Christmas Tree Ornaments That Are Easy Plenty to DIY

Ditch the ordinary baubles for these fun creations.

Michael Partenio

When it comes to jubilant Christmas, there'due south null quite similar gathering around a well-decorated tree. While you lot might be tempted to make use of the same Christmas ornaments yous rely on year after year, information technology's a skilful idea to pace outside of your comfort zone and try more creative designs this fourth dimension around.

That's where bootleg Christmas tree ornaments come into play. DIY ornaments aren't just an opportunity to put your creativity to the examination (you can find a spot for Mom'south beloved vintage finds, for case) — they're also an easy style to fill your dwelling house with loads of holiday cheer.

Regardless of your skill level, you're sure to appreciate this roundup of affordable Christmas arts and crafts ideas, ranging from festive Santa hats to crafty angel motifs. And the best part is many of these ornaments tin complement your store-bought pieces or exist made by simply repurposing items you lot already have in your habitation, like yarn, pine needles or twine. The options are countless! Get ready to personalize your Christmas tree (or artificial Christmas trees!) with these impressive ornament designs.

Vintage Paper Ornaments

Different real Shiny Brites, these ones are definitely shatterproof. To make, download our templates and trace onto cardstock. In one case you cutting out the shapes with scissors or a craft knife, use craft punches to create smaller shapes for embellishments. Using arts and crafts glue, attach pipe cleaners to your ornaments and permit dry out. Punch a hole in the summit of your ornament and hang with cord or ribbon.

Popsicle Stick Snowflake Ornaments

Inspired by traditional Scandinavian straw ornaments, these kid-friendly creations telephone call for popsicle sticks, embroidery thread, and paint.

First, paint popsicle sticks white and let dry. Then arrange matching sizes into a Ten-shape and glue together. In one case dry, arrange 2 X'southward diagonally on meridian of each other and glue in the middle, creating a snowflake. Weave colored embroidery thread around the popsicle sticks to create an X or filigree pattern. Necktie the thread at the back of the snowflake and trim excess. Glue a ribbon loop to the back of the snowflake to hang.

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3D Paper Ornaments

Make it multi-dimensional with colored cardstock and embellishments.

To make, cutting out 5 strips of newspaper: two 1.25" x 10", ii 1.25" 10 7," and one i.25" x v". Then punch a hole 1/four" from the top and lesser of each strip. Stack the papers together with the smallest in the middle sandwiched by the medium strips, followed by the largest strips. Line up all of the strips on one end and thread a slice of string or wire through the holes and tie it off. Echo this footstep on the other end of the strips, which you can then fan out. Add tassels or beads to the bottom of the ornament for extra sparkle.

Colorful Rhinestone Ornaments

Twig Ornaments

This one's easy plenty that y'all can make with the kids — not to mention it makes for some great nature-inspired decor. Just grab some twigs, and then use glue and embroidery thread to brand some creative patterns and shapes (like these cool trees or stars!).

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Star Ornamentation

It might look like a sophisticated craft, only all it takes to make this surprisingly unproblematic ornament is scrapbook paper and some neat folding technique.

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3D Paper Snowman Ornaments

Mason Jar Lid Wreath Ornaments

Cinnamon-Scented Tree Ornament

In case you lot didn't think it was possible, this ornament smells even better than it looks. To make, bend a 30" piece of naturally coiled wrapped wire in half to class a loop, and then gently button each end into the hollow part of a cinnamon stick. Utilise hot mucilage to attach cutting sprigs of fresh rosemary for branches and pocket-size gems for ornaments.

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Fluffy Santa Ornament

Santa'southward beard is looking a bit fluffier this year, don't ya think? It must be the pom-poms.

Drinking glass Snowglobe Ornaments

Clear drinking glass ornaments double as seasonal snow globes when you fill 'em with artificial snow, mini trees and other festive accents.

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Painted Copper Foil Ornamentation

Knit Cap Ornament

Soft ornaments are a must for any pet owners or parents because, well, they don't shatter when dropped. To brand, cut 50 14" lengths of yarn, plus a 1" band from a paper towel tube. Fold a piece of yarn in half and pull the doubled end around the ring and
back through the yarn loop; pull to tighten around the ring. Echo until the ring is covered. Gather the loose ends of yarn and feed them through the band's center. Knot a length of yarn ten" above the ring; use the residual of the yarn to hang. Trim the peak into a pom-pom, and put a cotton brawl inside the hat to keep its shape.

Sparkling Angel Ornament

Because angels are more than than but tree toppers. Add a few of these sparklers to proceed a watchful centre (over your presents, of course).

Wood Bead Snowflake Ornament

Knit Decoration

If Grandma tin can spare some yarn, craft this clever ornament. To make, remove the metal top from a obviously ball ornamentation. Hot-glue two colors of yarn together within the opening of the ornament. One time dry, wrap both around the ornament to comprehend completely; use hot glue to secure as you go. Utilize carmine acrylic paint to the balls of two stone candy sticks, so trim the ends into points using scissors. In one case dry, thread the knitting needles through the yarn and replace the metal pinnacle.

Iridescent Gold Splatter Decoration

Kissing Ball Ornament

To encourage some Christmas smooches, wrap a 4-inch styrofoam ball in a fourteen-inch fabric square; secure with a rubber ring. Thread the terminate of 1 ½ yards of ribbon down through the band, effectually the ball, and upward through the ring's other side so ribbon ends match upward. Wrap xiv inches of ribbon around the brawl's other side (crossing first ribbon, every bit shown); tuck ends into band. Hibernate band with a shimmery bow and festive sprigs.

Colorblocked Decoration

Give wooden ornaments new life with a cheery color scheme that you simply pigment on. Hey, parents: Unlike glass baubles, these beauties can withstand a fall on the floor.

Striking Star Ornamentation

All thanks to gum and inventiveness, wooden safety matches become a red-hot star (or any other geometric figure).

Caroline Picard Caroline was the Health Editor at GoodHousekeeping.com up until late 2019, where she covered nutrition, fitness, wellness, and other lifestyle news.

Amanda Garrity Editor Amanda Garrity is the editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things dwelling house and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and souvenir guides for whatsoever (and every) occasion.

Monique Valeris Senior Home Editor, Adept Housekeeping Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's dwelling decorating coverage across print and digital.