Personalize your tree with these 9 handmade Christmas Ornament Ideas!

No one loves crafting more than I (well, maybe SOME of you do), but I do so with the idea of balancing the whimsical alongside the elegant in my holiday home style. 

A tricky balance!

So when it comes to crafting tree ornaments in particular, I always consider my ‘colour story’ and make sure the ornaments fit with my overall decorating design.

But, of course, ornaments need not be relegated to the tree alone!

Ornaments are a great gift option for family and friends, or a way to embellish your gift-wrapping, attaching to mason jar gifts, tying or attaching to Christmas stockings, vases, mirrors, sconces, lamps, artwork, and more.

So whether you wish to decorate your tree or embellish your gifts or decor, I hope the following handmade ornaments give you some additional ideas to get started on your holiday crafting.

 

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9 HANDMADE CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS TO PERSONALIZE YOUR HOLIDAY STYLE

1.  Air Dry Clay Ornaments, 5 Different Ways

These bright white options contrast beautifully against any Christmas tree, adding a ‘wintery’ touch indoors. 

Unlike polymer clay which involves baking, these air dry clay ornaments dry sitting out. Use cookie cutters to create all sorts of interesting shapes and designs or free style it! This medium is easy to use and a great project to share with the kiddos, too.

 

2.  Macrame Christmas Ornaments on Cinnamon Sticks

Add a natural feel to your Christmas tree with these DIY macrame ornaments attached to cinnamon sticks for a rustic touch. 

 

3.  Boho-Inspired Hoop Christmas Ornaments

Combine Scandinavian simplicity with boho chic and you’ve got these natural, DIY hoop and feather ornaments. This is an easy craft that takes just minutes to make.

 

4.  Felt Pinecone Ornament DIY

Have leftover felt from previous craft projects? Then take those scraps and turn them into this DIY felt pinecone ornament for your tree for a pretty, soft touch.

 

  5.  Easy DIY Embroidery Hoop Ornament

Loaded with rustic cottage charm, this DIY embroidery hoop ornament is a cinch to make and a great project to get the kids involved. They will love to see their hoop creations hanging on the tree.

 

6.  DIY Dollar Store Upcycled Ornament

Turn any small decorative object into a Christmas ornament with this easy Modern Dollar Store Ornament DIY. You will be surprised at just how easy a few basic supplies can elevate an inexpensive piece into a sweet Christmas ornament.

This DIY is included in a round-up of 5 other Minimal, Modern Dollar Store Christmas Crafts.

 

7.  DIY Wood Bead Christmas Ornaments

Made from ribbon and wooden beads, this Scandinavian-inspired ornament looks beautiful in a tree or attached to a gift. These ornaments are easy to DIY and make a sweet style statement.

 

8.  Christmas Favour Bag DIY Ornaments

These eye-catching favour bags double as an ornament to hang on your tree. Personalize it with someone’s name and include a treat or special gift inside for arriving guests.

 

9.  DIY Macrame Christmas Ornaments (VIDEO Tutorial)

If you love to macrame, then turn your favourite fibre craft into a permanent decorative piece with these DIY macrame ornaments. Never tried macrame, but wish to try? This DIY is the perfect beginner-level tutorial to introduce you to the wider world of macrame. 

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I hope you are feeling inspired to personalize your tree or gifts this year with these 9 handmade Christmas ornaments. When it comes to Christmas crafting, ornaments are probably the most personalized items you can make and enjoy for years to come.

Happy holiday crafting!

 

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