10 Christmas Craft Ideas That Require Minimal Supplies (mostly!)

Sometimes, crafting can get complicated with all the supplies that are required. That’s why I wanted to share some of the crafts I’ve done over the years that use a limited number of supplies (with just 1 or 2 exceptions that I just had to squeeze in 😉 ). Each one of these 10 Christmas Craft Ideas are among my favourite festive decorating projects and did not take long to make. 

PLUS, I’m including links to BONUS craft content (over 25 additional ideas) you’ll want to check out. They’re easy to make and several are perfect for your kids to get involved with, too.

Ready to dive in?

DIY MINIMAL BOXWOOD WREATH

If you’ve ever wanted to make a wreath – or want to make a simple holiday wreath with impact – I would suggest this DIY Boxwood Wreath. It’s straightforward to make, requires just a couple of materials, and is the epitome of elegance on any front door.

AIR DRY CLAY CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS, 5 WAYS

Using air dry clay to make Christmas ornaments is easy and fun and is the perfect crafternoon activity to share with the kiddos.

BOHO-INSPIRED HOOP CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

These sweet Christmas hoop ornaments can be created in minutes and are another great DIY to share with the kids. They’re quick and easy and just perfect for those of us who love a relaxed, boho touch at home.

DIY MACRAME CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

If you’ve never tried macrame, then this just may be the place to start. In this beginner-friendly video tutorial, I walk you through the process of making these DIY macrame Christmas ornaments, step-by-step.

Oh-So-Pretty DIY CHRISTMAS WREATHS

When it comes to minimal, modern holiday wreaths, there’s nothing like festive Christmas ring wreaths! These minimal beauties take hardly any effort make. You can use these year after year and, when your Christmas colours change, simply swap out the ribbons to match your decor 🙂

DIY FELT PINECONE ORNAMENT

In the name of all that is soft and cozy at Christmas, I think a DIY felt pinecone ornament definitely fits the bill. This one involves a bit more time and a few more steps than some of the others on this list, but the final result will be well worth it.

DIY EMBROIDERY HOOP ORNAMENT

Coming in at just under $15, this sweet and simple hoop ornament was a cinch to make and just a little bit addicting, too, with so many possible colour and design combinations to choose from. Using just 3 supplies and a pair of scissors, this took just a few minutes to make.

The tutorial was also part of a ‘blog hop’ with 22 participants. Check out ALL the Christmas crafts in this collaboration (including mine).

DIY FAUX FLOCKED WREATH

For those of you who love flocked trees, garlands, and wreaths but dislike the added cost, you will really love this inexpensive DIY. Quite possibly the easiest craft on the list, all you need are two basic materials to create the look.

DIY FELT ELF HAT

This was one of my favourite festive fun-tivities (that’s a mouthful!). And best of all, all the materials came from the dollar store. I share the DIY in a video tutorial featuring 5 Minimal, Modern Dollar Store Christmas Crafts (it’s number 2 on the list). The video was part of a collaboration that includes bonus craft ideas in the description box below the video from the talented ladies over at Sustain My Craft Habit.

DOWEL CANDLE HOLDER

Another dollar store craft, this dowel candle holder is one of my favourite elegant craft ideas that you can use any time of year. Leave the dowels unpainted for a raw, natural look or paint them a colour to match your decor. See the full tutorial (it’s number 4 on the list) here –> 5 Minimal, Modern Dollar Store Christmas Crafts.

Beautiful and festive Christmas crafts needn’t be expensive nor complicated to make. I hope this round-up of 10 Christmas Craft Ideas (and then some!) has you excited about holiday crafting this year.

Happy crafting 🙂