49 Best DIY Christmas Ornaments To Adorn Your Tree This Year
Before you pull out your box of go-to Christmas ornaments from your dusty attic, you might want to consider making your own this year. Or a few of your own, at the very least! It's an easy way to switch up your holiday decor without having to spend a ton of money, and you'll have fun in the process. You can even throw a small Christmas-ornament-making party with your friends or replace family game night with a little DIY sesh. From marbleized looks to nature-inspired crafts, we've tracked down a ton of DIY ornaments that'll look stunning on your tree this year.
Going for a natural vibe this year? Craft these cute wood slice ornaments with tiny antlers burned into them. They almost look store-bought!
Get the tutorial at Cherished Bliss.
The easiest way to DIY your own ornaments? Buy a kit! This one by Royal Sequins on Etsy comes with everything you need to make these glamorous ornaments: glitter, pins, seed beads, sequins, styrofoam, and ribbon.
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All you need for this simple and festive DIY is a few bells, pipe cleans, ribbon, and a hot glue gun. It's quick and easy!
Get the tutorial at The Girl Creative.
Turn a few twigs from your yard and some popsicle sticks from your freezer into tree ornaments. Buy a few star-shaped sequins to use as ornaments and give the whole craft a shimmer.
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
Hang cute, little knit hats on your tree to enforce extra cozy vibes in your home. Can you imagine how they'd look surrounded by twinkling lights?
Get the tutorial from Woman's Day.
These felt ice skate ornaments use a paper clip as the blade, and they couldn't get any cuter. I mean, look at the faux fur on top and the little buttons!
Get the tutorial at Making My Abode.
Instead of glass or paper snowflakes this year, display wood bead ones. This DIY requires a bit of effort, but the results are gorgeous.
Get the tutorial from Tinsel + Trim.
Get behind the popular Pinterest trend by DIY-ing your very own marbleized ornaments. They're chic, customizable, and downright easy to do. It's also a perfect craft to do on a cold, snowy day.
Get the tutorial at House Beautiful.
When you're really missing summer, these are the perfect ornaments to throw up on your tree.
Get the tutorial at Tell, Love, & Party.
This is where all your Instagramming efforts finally come in handy. Pick your favorite snapshots, and display them on the tree for all to see.
Get the tutorial at The Crafted Life.
If all you want to do is a little painting, this Christmas ornament paint kit on Etsy is a must-have. It comes with 10 wooden Christmas ornaments, six acrylic paints, a paint palette, two paintbrushes, and 10 satin cords to hang them.
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The color and pattern possibilities are endless with this one. You can go for a traditional color scheme or simply pick your all-time favorite design.
Get the tutorial at Alice & Lois.
Glue, glitter, and blank ornaments in a variety of colors make this DIY a fairly basic one–yet still full of fun.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
These are super simple to make, but the shapes and colors will pop on your tree. Gather colored paper, thread, and glue for this one.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Prefer a bright, vibrant Christmas tree? Cover a pink or white tree in colorful donut ornaments. These will take a little effort, but they're totally worth it.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Give your tree a cute little tree of its own with this DIY embellished tree ornament kit. The mini Christmas lights and gems make it a true stunner.
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What better way to take your kid's (or nieces', nephews', neighbors'—whatever!) art and turn it into something even more magical to hang on your tree?
Get the tutorial at Young House Love.
These are made entirely out of paper. Yes, we know, shocking but true! They're perfect if you're going for a glittery gold, silver, white, and black aesthetic.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
This DIY ornament gives off major seashell vibes. Bring a piece of the beach right into your home with this easy-to-follow tutorial.
Get the tutorial at Linen & Lark.
It's safe to say these felt birds are a total hoot, right down to their pipe-cleaner talons.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Instead of opening a flimsy cardboard box, hang up a DIY advent calendar on a ladder or the tree. Decorated muslin craft bags conceal treats, toys, and messages from Santa—and you can fill them again next year, too.
These glam gilded ornaments will make a statement on any tree you put them on.
Get the tutorial at The Navage Patch.
You'll be popping the kernels inside the glass bulbs, so wait until they've cooled to handle.
Get the tutorial at Crafts a la mode.
Pay tribute to your favorite daily beverage with this cute and festive DIY felt coffee cup ornament.
Get the tutorial at One Artsy Mama.
These DIY ornaments are extremely easy—and perfect for a kids' craft. Just dip pinecones in white paint and dust them in a little gold for total glam vibes.
Get the tutorial at From China Village.
Spare some of your knitting yarn to make these super cute star ornaments. They look hard, but they're really not!
Get the tutorial at Live Craft Eat.
These shimmery ornaments get their twinkle from a coat of glitter, so there's no chance of one burning out.
Get the tutorial at Country Living.
These simple ornaments are made of felt, twine, white pom poms, and a wood button. You can buy all of the necessities in a kit that comes with instructions!
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Yes, these ornaments can be DIY-ed using temporary tattoos—aka they're completely customizable and fun to do. These ornaments take ten minutes or less to complete, so you can deck out your entire Christmas tree in them if you wish.
Get the tutorial at The Crafted Life.
Stud styrofoam balls with pushpins or wrap them with kitchen twine for a textured finish, and you'll have elegant ornaments in no time.
Get the tutorial at Good Housekeeping.
Literally, everything is better with sugar. Fill clear ornaments with sprinkles of your choosing, and you'll be set.
Get the tutorial at Gimme Some Oven.
Place faux red berries and soft green holly leaves inside of this adorable little holder.
Get the tutorial at Good Housekeeping.
If you're trying to be more sustainable this holiday season, look no further—these DIY ornaments take all of your holiday wrapping scraps and turn them into something you'll use for years to come.
Get the tutorial at Modge Podge Rocks.
Ditch traditional holiday colors for these bright ones. These painted ornaments are sure to make anyone passing by your tree stop and stare.
Get the tutorial at Tell Love and Party.
Cut the sheet music of your favorite Christmas carol into a star made secure with a sturdy backdrop, like cardboard.
Get the tutorial at Good Housekeeping.
Give white ceramic ornaments an instant upgrade with some pink paint and gold glitter.
Get the tutorial at Vitamini Handmade.
This stem ornament wreath features holly berries and frosted leaves as festive accents.
Get the tutorial at Joy Us Garden.
Stripes will never go out of style—especially when they're black and paired with gold and white.
Get the tutorial at Homey Oh My!.
These are easier to make than the real deal. No baking skills are required!
Get the tutorial at Creative Juice.
Add a personal touch to your tree with an initial ornament. Make it even better by adding one for every member of the fam.
Get the tutorial at The Crafting Nook.
Use red and green ornaments if you want to keep it classic, or switch it up with brightly colored bulbs.
Get the tutorial at The Kim Six Fix.
A simple pinecone can clean up pretty nicely with the help of a bow.
Get the tutorial at Make It & Love It.
You can never go wrong with gold glitter on a white faux Christmas tree.
Get the tutorial at A Joyful Riot.
Have yourself an insanely chic Christmas with this spotted black and white DIY ornament.
Get the tutorial at Just Destiny.
Buttons become cute ornaments on these little felt trees.
Get the tutorial at Buddly Crafts.
Add buttons and scarves for a major cute factor. They'll smell amazing, but you, unfortunately, won't be able to eat them!
Get the tutorial at Where Your Treasure Is.
Before you try to wing it freehand, create your own stencil to paint on the main components of your design. Then, use a brush to add the small details.
Get the tutorial at Emuse.
Give your tree a nostalgic touch with these embroidered ornaments. You can make them using a full kit from Lynny Lour Crafts on Etsy. Plus, there are tutorials and tips on the seller's Instagram IGTV and website.
BUY NOW Christmas Ornament Embroidery Kit, $31
Bring your ornaments to life—literally—by creating mini terrariums out of glass bulbs.
Get the tutorial at House Beautiful.
49 Best DIY Christmas Ornaments To Adorn Your Tree This Year
Before you pull out your box of go-to Christmas ornaments from your dusty attic, you might want to consider making your own this year. Or a few of your own, at the very least! It's an easy way to switch up your holiday decor without having to spend a ton of money, and you'll have fun in the process. You can even throw a small Christmas-ornament-making party with your friends or replace family game night with a little DIY sesh. From marbleized looks to nature-inspired crafts, we've tracked down a ton of DIY ornaments that'll look stunning on your tree this year.
From marbleized looks to nature-inspired crafts, we've tracked down a ton of DIY ornaments that'll look great on your Christmas tree this year.
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