There are few things that get you in the holiday spirit like decorating the halls from top to bottom with Christmas decorations. However, if you want to add to your collection, consider choosing handmade decorations. Not only will it add some personality to your Christmas display, but crafting with your loved ones can also start a whole new tradition. To get you inspired, here are his best DIY Christmas decorations, from handmade ornaments to beautiful garlands.
Laurel and silver poinsettia decoration
Michael Mundy
Hang this beautiful garland on your front door in place of a traditional wreath, or display it on your mantel or staircase in your home. The decoration is made by fixing laurel branches around the frame of a small wreath and interspersing the leaves with artificial silver poinsettias. You can also taper the shape as you work, or keep it consistent throughout.
christmas village wreath
johnny miller
Many people create miniature Christmas villages in their homes during the holiday season, and this magical wreath puts a fun twist on the tradition. Attach putz houses, bottlebrush trees, small deer and skiers, and cotton snowdrifts to the branches with craft glue to turn an ordinary wreath into a charming wonderland.
ribbon candy decoration
ryan riebe
Perfect for hanging outdoors, these decorations are inspired by ribbon candy. These are made by using wooden beads as separators and weaving strips of silver and gold-tone flash along the rod. Spray paint the beads silver or gold to pull the look together.
Jingle bell
ryan riebe
To make comings and goings even more festive, collect a variety of bells (red, gold, silver) and tie them to two wire loops. Form into a tuft, twist the ends of the ring and tie with a large ribbon. Hang decorations from doorknobs using cords.
paper snowflakes
Aaron Dyer
Few holiday decorations are as timeless as paper snowflakes, but if this project always seems daunting, we're here to help. All you need is a square of paper, some sharp scissors, and our template to create snowflakes that will transform your home into a makeshift winter wonderland.
Glitter cone advent calendar
pernille roof
Find out how many days until Christmas with this advent calendar that doubles as a mantel or tabletop decoration. To make them, I applied spray adhesive and metallic glitter to paper cones, and attached paper tags with number stickers to each one. To make the countdown even more exciting, place a surprise under each cone that resembles a tree.
holiday card decoration
Repurpose your collection of past holiday cards by turning them into beautiful ornaments to hang on your tree or display in your cloche. Make the ornament as small or as large as you like (as much as the card allows).
How to make holiday card decorations
Cut out 20 circles. For smaller balls, use a 1 1/4-inch hole punch. If it's large, trace around the bottom of the glass. Cut another circle from the cardboard. Draw an equilateral triangle so that the points touch the circumference. Cut out triangles. Trace a triangle inside each circle. Make cuts and fold along all the lines. Join one flap from each of the two circles using clear, dry craft glue. Triangles must face the same direction. Using the same technique, connect three more circles to these two to form the top part. Make the bottom in the same way. Glue the remaining 10 circles and create a line alternating the top and bottom points of the triangle. Glue the two end flaps together to form the center section, then glue the top and bottom to that flap. Hang it with silver thread. .
glittering tree stump
Sanan
Take a cue from Martha's past Christmas celebrations and go with a woodland decor theme this holiday season. These “snow-capped” tree stumps are the perfect fortress for small bears, squirrels, and other forest animals. Display decorations on table tops and around the tree to create a winter atmosphere.
How to make a glowing tree stump
Gently peel off the roughly circular batting and stack it on top of the stump until you reach the desired height. Using a paint brush, apply a mixture of equal parts glue and water to each layer of batting, forming a mountain shape as you brush. While the glue is wet, cover the batting with glitter. Let dry overnight.
easy christmas wreath
johnny miller
You can easily make a miniature wreath using fallen leaves from your backyard. Simply glue green sprigs (I used spruce, cedar, and juniper) around the embroidery hoop and hang the wreath with red ribbon for a festive finish.
glitter reindeer
johnny miller
We love the elevated look of this sparkling reindeer. Despite its luxurious appearance, the display is very easy to recreate. Simply cover your deer figurine with glue, apply glitter, and spray with fixative. Create a warm holiday landscape by placing glowing animals on the artificial snow next to candlelight.
metallic cedar garland
anna williams
Turn a plain faux garland into a realistic decoration by decorating it with birds and silver picks. Wrap your swag around a railing or drape it over your mantel. The best part about this DIY project is that you can make the garland as thin or as large as you want, so you can display it anywhere in your home.
How to make metallic cedar garland
Use a drill and a 3/16-inch bit to drill a screw hole (measures 15/8 inches) and a pilot hole for the hook (measures 2 3/5 inches) in the end of the branch. Screw in the hardware and connect the branches as shown. (The screw holes at the top will be used to hang the garland from the molding.) Cut the branches and place them along the birch frame until you reach the desired bulge. Wrap the flower wire around the branch and connect it to the birch. (Work in parts.) If necessary, fill in sparse spots in a similar manner. Make the picks: Gather a bunch of laurel twigs and about 5 ball picks and use wire to connect the flower picks. Repeat as necessary. For the bird: Cut the wire from the flower pick and hot glue it to the bird's back. Plant the picks in the wreath. Screw the hook into the top edge of the molding to hang the garland.
gumdrop garland
This Christmas decorating idea is so easy that even the kids can get involved. Choose a candy that is easy to puncture, such as a gumdrop, tie a sewing needle to the end of the thread, and thread the candy. Alternating festive colors like red and green can create a festive feel around your home.
ornament cloche
Instead of storing extra decorations, create this eye-catching centerpiece. Fill cloches of various sizes with beautiful baubles and use the display to brighten up your mantel, dining room table, bar cart, and more.
wall hanging tree
johnny miller
Want to display multiple Christmas trees but don't have enough space? This wall-mounted evergreen has the same festive feel without taking up valuable floor space. To achieve this look, attach leafy garlands of different sizes to the wall with hooks to form a “tree” shape. Decorate it with lights, ornaments, and other baubles just like you would a real tree.
origami tree
carla whitten
If you need to fill a gap in your holiday decorations, these origami Christmas trees are the perfect solution. Using craft paper and scissors he can be made in two different ways. Make one tree with straight edges for a modern look, and another with upturned edges to imitate real branches. Once assembled, you will have your very own miniature tree farm.
winter door decoration
Lucas Allen
Decorate your front door with this festive decoration that sticks to your door without glue and let your guests and passersby know you're ready for the most joyful time of the year. Easy to recreate using printable templates.
How to make winter door decorations
Measure your door and print the template. Tape the sections together so the entire pattern is visible. Place the vinyl paper face down and layer the transfer paper on top. Lay the template on top of the transfer paper and secure with tape. Use a pencil to trace the template onto the transfer paper. Flip the template over and repeat the tracing process to create the other side of your design. Cut out the vinyl trace with small scissors. Clean and dry the windows. Peel off the vinyl backing and work over the top to line up the sections on the glass. Trim or overlap the vinyl sections as needed to make sure they line up neatly. Repeat the pattern vertically to fit the door. You can add additional pieces to fill it up.
outdoor candle lamp
Light Santa's path with an oversized candle lamp. The taper is made by making a small opening in the base of the pipe and passing the light socket cord through it. Coat the pipe with primer, spray paint it in your chosen color, and add some “wax” to give the candle a realistic look. Hide the base of the candle inside the wreath.
snow-capped trees
ryan riebe
Make your mantel look great with a colorful mix of vintage and inexpensive evergreens. Dust a bottlebrush tree branch, easily available online or at craft stores, with white paint to give it a snow-capped look. Set some votive candles around the tree to brighten up the landscape.