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Stars from Fishing Line and Hot GlueI figured out how to make beautiful stars from fishing line and hot glue. Thanks to the glitter and beads, the stars shine perfectly. You can hang them on a Christmas tree or use for decoration.

 

Two crocheted Christmas hats.

Miniature Christmas Crochet HatThis miniature Christmas crochet hat is such a cute holiday decoration. Attach them to a string of yarn and create a pretty garland to hang in your home. Use them on a wine bottle cozy outfit or use as a handmade hat ornament. Such a cute way to make your home décor festive.

 

A glass ornament with ribbon inside.

Decorated Glass OrnamentsThese ornaments are a simple, but elegant way to dress up your tree. They also make great keepsake gifts for friends and family. You can make the ornaments with your family, too.

 

Colorful gingerbread people decorating a wall.

Gingerbread People Wall DecorationsHere is an inexpensive/free way you can decorate your home for the holidays. You can cut out gingerbread people from cardboard, shipping boxes or craft paper then decorate! Hang the gingerbread people individually with tape or as a garland.

 

Propagating Plants Inside a Christmas Ornament Bulb - finished project

Propagating Plants Inside a Christmas Ornament BulbMake these cute and inexpensive ornament bulb propagation planters to give as gifts or simply to decorate your desk, bathroom, or home.

 

Reindeer Candle - finished candle

Reindeer CandleEver received a candle with no scent, but you hated to toss it? Here is an idea for making it into a holiday candle.

 

Poured Paint Christmas Bulb - finished bulb, reassembled and ribbon hanger added

Poured Paint Christmas BulbA friend gave me ten of these silver Christmas bulbs that someone had decorated with a writing paint, so I decided to upcycle them using the "paint pour" technique.

 

The finished tree craft.

Pine Needle Christmas TreeThis is a craft my son thought of on his own and had our family do individually; it was a lot of fun! We collected pine needles, drew our own Christmas trees then decorated it!

 

Christmas Dino Decoration - finished dino decoration on the mantel next to two potted plants

Christmas Dino DecorationHere is a cute dinosaur with a Christmas hat you can make with supplies from home. You can change the reptile/animal to your child's liking and add a Christmas hat. This dino would be a nice decorative piece to add in your home if you like your kid's artwork displayed.

 

The finished wreath ornament.

Needlepoint Canvas Wreath OrnamentI was given a lot of circular needlepoint canvas shapes and found this quick and simple ornament to make.

 

Bent wire ornaments, in the shape of a star and Christmas tree, hanging on a Christmas tree.

Craft Wire Christmas Tree & Star OrnamentsThis year, I donated all of my glass ornaments so our Christmas tree is looking a little bare. I decided to make some wire ornaments. I made 2 so far and looking forward to make more.

 

Mini Gumball Machine Christmas Ornament - two completed ornaments, one with pom poms and one with plastic beads

Mini Gumball Machine Christmas OrnamentI saw this idea at a craft boutique and since I had the supplies to make one, I made my own version.

 

Spool ornaments hanging on the tree.

Personalized Spool OrnamentsTo celebrate my grandson's first Thanksgiving and first Christmas and to commemorate family who can't be here this year due to COVID, I created some cute but simple tree ornaments using just photos and empty thread spools for an old fashioned look!

 

A homemade angel ornament.

Making Angel OrnamentsAngels are a popular decoration during the holidays, especially for the Christmas tree. Angel ornaments can be constructed from all sorts of inexpensive or recycled materials.

 

Holiday Tag Garland

Holiday Tag GarlandHoliday tags strung together to make a garland.

 

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Felt Killer Hornet Ornament

Felt Killer Hornet OrnamentNothing says 2020 like an infestation of killer hornets! Do we even dare to ask "What's next?!"? You can make a single hornet or a whole swarm to adorn your tree.

 

Felt Hand Sanitizer Ornament - bottle of hand sanitizer ornament

Felt Hand Sanitizer OrnamentIt seems like we have all been tackling germs this year with gallons of hand sanitizer! Another unforgettable staple this year that surely needs to be remembered for years to come.

 

Felt Clorox Wipes Ornament - felt wipes cylinder ornament

Felt Clorox Wipes OrnamentClorox Wipes have definitely been part of our daily lives during the Covid pandemic. Commemorate your fabulously sanitized surfaces with this silly wipes container ornament!

 

Face Mask Felt Ornament

Face Mask Felt OrnamentMasks, masks, everywhere! If this isn't symbolic of 2020 I don't know what is. Celebrate the glorious mask with this fun ornament!

 

Felt Toilet Paper Ornament - unrolling TP ornament with 2020 in pink felt

Felt Toilet Paper OrnamentWere you one of the lucky people that didn't have to visit a bunch of stores and stand in long lines just to get toilet paper? Most of us have the epic TP search seared into our brains. I know I will never under appreciate easy access to it again! Commemorate this wonderful necessity with a fun felt ornament. Add the year if you want too!

 

A finished Christmas treat cup.

Christmas Tree Treat CupsA quick and super cute decoration for your Christmas Tree. Especially great for any home with young children.

 

A decorative candle made from styrofoam.

Decorative Styrofoam Holiday CandleRecycle white styrofoam egg cartons to make a large candle centerpiece. Cut off the lid and closure flap from each egg carton. Only the cup portions are used to make the candle.

 

Stocking Cap Ornament

Stocking Cap OrnamentThis is a recycled kids craft. The little ones can really get into this craft, and make something pretty to hang on the tree. Supplies are few.

 

A yarn Snoopy ornament

Snoopy Tree OrnamentThis little yarn Snoopy is dressed up with a Santa Hat, and ready to hang on your tree. Or you could add him as trim to a package, or make a lapel pin.

 

A homemade Christmas ornament that resembles a striped North Pole sign.

North Pole OrnamentPaint the sticks as in photo (or however you want.) Let dry. Glue together as in picture. Glue on ribbon and hang and enjoy.

 

The completed advent calendar on the wall.

Wall Tree Activity AdventThis advent is simple to throw together using Ikea's wall tree, and cardstock. Our family likes to do activity-based advents like this one and when I saw IKEA was selling this decoration, I knew I had to make it into an advent calendar.

 

Starburst Pipe Cleaner Tree Topper - closeup of the topper

Starburst Pipe Cleaner Tree TopperThis is an easy and inexpensive way to create a retro tree topper that's also fun to make. All you need is a package of silver pipe cleaners and that's all there is to it. If you want to change up your colors from year to year, this is also a great way to coordinate your topper to match your tree.

 

Miniature Wreaths - wreaths and silver snowflakes on silver tree

Mason Jar Ring Miniature WreathsI made three mini wreaths to hang on the tree using mason jar lids.

 

Christmas Egg Carton Wreath - attach bow and display

Making a Christmas Egg Carton WreathStart saving your paper egg cartons. You can use them to make a pretty Christmas wreath. We can show you how.

 

Shabby Chic Shell Ornaments - two shell ornaments, one with a small bow attached

Making Shabby Chic Shell OrnamentsThese shabby chic shell ornaments are easy to make and don't require too many supplies. Hang them on your tree or display year round. Learn how to make them from the project posted below.

 

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Paper Roll Ornament - finished ornament ready to hang

Making a Toilet Paper Roll OrnamentGlitter covered toilet paper roll sections can be glued together to make pretty holiday ornaments. You can add additional embellishments too. Use the instructions below to create your own.

 

Mini Wreath Ornament - three different wreaths

Making Mini Wreath OrnamentsMake a wreath shape from sturdy cardboard or chipboard. Decorate by wrapping with baker's twine, ribbon, or whatever you have. Add additional embellishments as desired and it is ready to hang.

 

Felt Elephant Ornament - ornament lying on a laminate countertop

Making a Felt Elephant OrnamentFelt ornaments are fun and easy to make. Plus you can make them in so many patterns, using freehand drawings, cookie cutters, and more. Learn how to make a felt elephant ornament below.

 

A Christmas ornament made from a recycled CD.

How to Made a Recycled CD OrnamentLearn how to make a lovely recycled CD ornament by following the instructions on this page. A detailed list of supplies is also included.

 

Hot Cocoa Ornaments - added string for hanging

DIY Hot Cocoa OrnamentsCreate a cute hot cocoa ornament that is also a gift. The kids will love helping to make these for friends, family, and teachers. The project containing supplies and steps follows.

 

Making a Duct Tape Poinsettia - finished flower

Making a Duct Tape PoinsettiaIf you like crafting with duct tape, try this pretty holiday poinsettia project. You will need duct tape, paper, and a stick. They are perfect for decorating or to use on packages. The instructions for this craft follow.

 

Top down view of ornament.

Making an English Christmas Pudding OrnamentThis cute Christmas ornament begins with a plain Styrofoam ball. The instructions for transforming it into an English pudding can be found on this page.

 

Paper Plate Framed Christmas Decoration - framed artwork hanging on fireplace

Making a Paper Plate Framed Christmas DecorationFrame a piece of your child's artwork with a cut out paper plate rim. Add paper cutouts, snowflakes, whatever you like to create a great kid inspired Christmas decoration. Make several unique ones.

 

Personalized Felt Ornaments

Making Personalized Felt OrnamentsFelt is an easy craft material to work with. Use various colors to make personalized felt ornaments for your Christmas tree or to make into a garland.

 

Hershey Kiss-mas Trees - on the mantle

Making Hershey Kiss-mas TreesColorfully wrapped Christmas Hershey Kisses become the stands for cardstock trees. Use them to decorate for the holidays and enjoy a chocolate treat later.

 

Three  burlap bags on a string, to use as an Advent calendar.

Burlap Bag Advent CalendarMake your own custom Advent calendar for your Christmas countdown. Using homemade burlap bags, fill the daily bags with candy or a special message.

 

Making A Lantern Part Of Your Holiday Decor - ornament filled white lantern on a display stand surrounded by greenery, pine cones, and fairy lights

Making A Lantern Part Of Your Holiday DecorLight is an important part of celebrating Christmas and the holiday season. Use a lantern as a festive decoration in your home.

 

Stick and Yarn Snowflake Decoration - finished snowflake hanging on the wall

DIY Stick and Yarn Snowflake DecorationThis stick and yarn snowflake decoration is fun to make and can be displayed indoors or out. It uses any kind of sticks you have available; the original project was made using the handles from plastic spoons, but craft sticks or twigs would also work. Instructions follow.

 

Rainbow Christmas Countdown - countdown hanging on a brick fireplace

Rainbow Christmas CountdownUse rainbow colored construction paper to make a cute Christmas countdown chain. Hang it in a central spot in your home using a pipe cleaner and have the kids tear off a link everyday until Christmas.

 

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Pine Cone Vase - vase surrounded by greenery and red ornaments and filled with faux berry srays

DIY Pine Cone VaseBuy or gather some small pine cones. Then glue them to the outside of a recycled can; spray paint and fill with flowers and foliage for a lovely pine cone vase to display in your home for the holidays.

 

Coconut Fiber Christmas Tree - finished tree with angel and blue lights

Making a Coconut Fiber Christmas TreeFiber from the inside of a coconut husk was used to create this rejuvenated faux Christmas tree. The greenery was cut back and the fiber used to replace it to make an island Christmas tree.

 

Christmas Flower Crown - finish adding flowers and leaves around to the end of the base, tie off with the ribbon and cut off excess

Making a Christmas Flower CrownThis Tahitian craft uses banana leaves, fresh flowers, and plant leaves to make a beautiful crown traditionally worn there for Christmas. If you don't have the fresh plants used here, substitute ribbon for the base and use faux flowers. The steps to complete this project can be found below.

 

Santa Vase And Lamp - greenery added to bottle to use as a vase, displayed with a sign saying Happy Holidays and some Christmas ornaments

Making a Santa Vase And LampSpray paint long neck wine bottles. Use black tape and glitter or gem tape to make Santa's characteristic belt buckle. Complete the look with feather boa strands. Add foliage or a solar light for either a vase or a lamp.

 

Noel Q-Tip Painting  - border and letters glued down

Making a Noel Q-Tip PaintingWork with your kids to make this noel painting. The background is painted using a Q-tip in place of a brush. Then the letters are cut from scrapbook paper. These artworks can be given as gifts to grandparents and friends, or hung in your home.

 

Moss Trim Picture Frame Wreath

DIY Moss Trim Picture Frame WreathCover a picture frame with sheet moss from your local craft store, then add ornaments, and a large bow to make a moss trimmed picture frame wreath. We can show you how.

 

Clothespin Reindeer - color the bottom of the legs with a black marker to make hooves, add eyes and nose

Making Clothespin ReindeerYou too can make cute clothespin reindeer from both peg style and spring clip pins. Use them as decorations or hang on the tree. This craft is offered with a supplies list, instructions, and photos.

 

Coastal Beach Ornaments - closeup of a filled ball with blue box, and snowflake ribbon around the center

Making Coastal Beach OrnamentsFill glass or plastic ornaments with beach sand and small shells. They can be used as Christmas ornaments or displays. Alternatively you can use embellishments that make them fun to display year round.

 

Mason Jar Lid Christmas Ornament - ready to hang on the tree or gift

Making Mason Jar Lid Christmas OrnamentsThe lids from Mason style jars can be reused in lots of crafts. This page offers a Christmas ornament project.

 

Wooden Ball Gift Tag Decoration Ornament - hanging on the tree

Making a Wooden Ball Gift Tag OrnamentWooden beads strung together with a handmade gift tag below and a pretty ribbon on the top do double duty as a gift tag and ornament. Instructions and a supplies list follow.

 

Pasta Jar Snowman Luminaries - three snowmen

Making Pasta Jar Snowman LuminariesDecorate recycled pasta jars with pom poms, felt, buttons, and craft snow to resemble snowmen. Add an LED tea light to use them as luminaries. Great decorations for Christmas and throughout the snowy season.

 

Christmas Silhouette
Candle Holders - different colored jars with lights inside

Making Christmas Silhouette Candle HoldersFreehand or use printed out silhouette images to create these pretty Christmas candle holders. Once a candle is lit the image will show. The list of supplies and step by step instructions follow. Make several in different colors.

 

Wreath Chandelier - pretty Christmas chandelier

Making a Christmas Wreath ChandelierMake a wreath from faux greenery; then add ribbons, poinsettias, lights, and ornaments. Suspend from the ceiling as a wreath chandelier for the holidays.

 

Faux Christmas Stained Glass Candleholder - painted glass jar candle holder - bow tied around the top of the jar

Making a Faux Christmas Stained Glass CandleholderThis recycled jar project results in a beautiful faux Christmas stained glass candleholder. Draw you pattern on the jar with a permanent marker and paint using paint mixed with Elmer's glue. Add your candle and you are done.

 

Coconut Fiber Christmas Angels - finished angel

Making Coconut Fiber Christmas AngelsUsing the fiber that comes from coconut trees you can create these Christmas angels. Follow the steps found below to make a choir of angles for the holidays.

 

Drinking Glass Candle Holders - snowpeople with lit candles

Painted Drinking Glass Candle HoldersStemmed glasses from a thrift store, such as Habitat for Humanity, can be inverted and painted to look like snowmen. Place a tea light on the base and enjoy your drinking glass candle holders.

 

Recycled Bottle Gold Leaf Candlestick Holders - two red bottles with gold leaf elements

Recycled Bottle Gold Leaf Candlestick HoldersGold painted burlap leaves are arrayed around these painted beer bottles. Add a coat of glitter gel before and after attaching the leaves and a final coat of varnish. They are ready for your candles to add light to your holiday decor.

 

Paper Snow Globe Ornament - hand holding the paper snow globe decoration

Making a Paper Snow Globe OrnamentConstruction paper, acrylic paint, glue, and a pipe cleaner for the hanger are the only supplies that you need to make this cute paper snow globe ornament. This is a good project to make with your children.

 

Ballerina Gingerbread Ornament - ornament on the tree

Making a Paper Ballerina Gingerbread OrnamentDraw or trace a gingerbread cookie shape and then embellish with crafts supplies you probably already have. The instructions and supply list for making a ballerina gingerbread ornament can be found below.

 

Rainbow Unicorn Ornament - ornament hanging on the tree

Making a Rainbow Unicorn OrnamentA foam plate, colorful scraps of tulle, and a glitter paper horn transform into a rainbow unicorn ornament to adorn your tree or a child's room.

 

Rainbow Pinecone Ornaments - two versions of the ornament

Making Rainbow Pinecone OrnamentsPaint pinecones in rainbow colors. Add a twine loop for hanging, a bow, and a bell if you like. These are easy and fun to make holiday ornaments.

 

DIY Wire Star Christmas Tree Topper - wire topper on a small table top tree

DIY Wire Star Christmas Tree TopperFashion a wire star shaped Christmas tree topper using 16g craft wire. See how to make one below.

 

Paper Plate Ornament - ready to hang

Making a Paper Plate OrnamentThis simple craft uses a round paper plate as a Christmas ornament, with a hanger at the top. They can be decorated with crayons, pens, paint, stickers; just let your children's imagination be your guide

 

Ripped Fabric Wrapped Faux  Candy Canes - closeup of canes in the window showing some of the fabric color

Ripped Fabric Wrapped Faux Candy CanesRip up seasonal fabric and wrap it around outdoor faux candy cane decorations. This treatment can rejuvenate older discolored canes or make store bought canes more unique. Display them inside if the weather is too wintry or wet outdoors.

 

Baby Succulent Christmas Tree

Making a Baby Succulent Christmas TreeThe instructions for making this baby succulent Christmas tree include how to make the tree form used. This project is perfect for creating a living bit of holiday decor for your home or to give as a gift.

 

Christmas Tree Candle Holder - two glass trees decorated with strips of gems and topped with tea lights

DIY Christmas Tree Candle HolderThis craft uses tall narrow stemware as the base of a candle holder. These are painted and decorated with gems but any color or decorations could be used.

 

Christmas Tree Place Card Holders - two Christmas tree placecard holders

Making Christmas Tree Place Card HoldersGather some pinecones or pull out some that you purchased at the craft store and get ready to make these cute Christmas tree place card holders for your holiday parties. Personalize their appearance or replicate the ones featured in this project.

 

Recycled Bottle Holly Leaf Candlestick Holder - two blue bottles with holly leaves painted on to use as candleholders

Recycled Bottle Holly Leaf Candlestick HolderRecycled bottle crafts are not only popular, but also good for the planet. Use some tall neck beer or soda bottles and your sketching and painting skills to make these festive holly leaf candlestick holders.

 

Oversized Bow Pinecone Ornament for Door  - ready to hang on door knobs or anywhere

Oversized Bow Pinecone OrnamentThis simple door ornament is perfect for last minute seasonal decorating. Learn how to make an oversized bow pinecone ornament for your door.

 

Recycled Plastic Bottle Christmas Balls - finished balls hanging on a lighted piece of garland

Making Recycled Plastic Bottle Christmas BallsUse washi tape and recycled plastic bottles to make these colorful Christmas balls. Everything you need to know to make this project can be found on this page.

 

Mini Gift Wreath - wreath hanging

Making a Mini Gift WreathMake a pretty Christmas wreath for your door out of mini boxes, wrapping paper and holiday decorations. This idea could be customized for other holidays too.

 

Crochet Chain Wrapped Foam Tree Trio - all three trees with mini packages

Crochet Chain Wrapped Foam Tree TrioMake crochet chains using decorative yarn and then wrap around foam tree forms. Add bells or other embellishments to make this foam tree trio.

 

Melted Snowman Ornament - finished ornament with ribbon hanger added

Making a Melted Snowman OrnamentThis version of the melted snowman ornament is made using hot glue and paint to create the main element. A felt hat and a string or ribbon hanger complete the ornament. Learn how to make your own on this page.

 

Succulent Pinecone Ornament - hand holding up the decorated cone ornament

Making a Succulent Pinecone OrnamentGlue cuttings from your succulent plants onto a pinecone, add a twine hanger, and a decorative ribbon on top to make your own ornaments.

 

Pinecone Reindeer Ornament  - ready to hang

Making a Pinecone Reindeer OrnamentEmbellish a pinecone with ribbon ears, pipe cleaner antlers, googly eyes, and a pom pom nose to create this cute reindeer ornament. Learn how on this page.

 

Yo Yo Christmas Angel Ornament - finished ornament

Making a Yo Yo Christmas Angel OrnamentUse leftover yo yos from another project or quickly make a couple of new ones to use in assembling this cute yo yo Christmas angel ornament. A supplies list and instructions can be found on this page.

 

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Making a Folded Paper Christmas Tree OrnamentUse the craft paper of your choice, or as in this case your children's artwork to make these accordion folded paper Christmas tree ornaments. Instructions and photos can be found on this page.

 

Branches trimmed off a Christmas tree are used to decorate a fireplace mantle or shelf.

Christmas Decorating Using Tree TrimmingsCheck your local Christmas tree lot for free trimmings. They can be used to make garlands, wreaths, bulk up an old faux tree, and more.

 

Using a stick to hang Christmas lights on the house.

Hanging Christmas Lights Without A LadderIf you are lucky enough to have Christmas light hooks installed by the previous owner, you too can improvise in the absence of an extension ladder. Follow the tip on this page to make a quick pole that will reach the existing hooks and aid in inexpensively hanging lights on your home.

 

Recycled Christmas Card Coasters - decoupaged card front coasters

Making Recycled Christmas Card CoastersRecycle Christmas cards into useful coasters. The supplies and instructions for making these pretty coasters can be found on this page. They would make nice gifts.

 

Using Winter Scarf As Wreath Cover

Making Winter Scarf Covered WreathsThis project is simple and no sew. All you need is a wreath form and a winter scarf. Wrap the scarf around the form and you are done. Optional embellishments can be ribbons, pinecones, greenery, etc.

 

Christmas Tree Banner - garland before banner added

Making a Christmas Tree BannerThis "Merry Christmas" banner is made from multiple colorful paper Christmas trees. It can be personalized or modified for different holidays.

 

Snowman/Joy Paper Chain Ornament - hanging on the brick fireplace

Making a Snowman/Joy Paper Chain OrnamentThis cute snowman is made from tubes of white paper, put together in a chain. It's easy to add "Joy" or any other festive term to the craft.

 

Designing  Two For One  - snowman and snowwoman candles with greenery, berries, and lights in the foreground

Designing Two for One CandlesBy painting two different designs on the opposite sides of round pillar candles, one candle can be used for two separate occasions. These are fun to make and less costly than buying multiple candles for different holidays or events.

 

Christmas Ornaments Wreath - closeup against white background

Making a Christmas Ornaments WreathString some pretty shatterproof ornaments onto copper wire. Add a twisted ribbon laced around the ornaments and finish with a bow. This easy to make wreath is perfect to hang indoors or out. Made with sale items from the previous Christmas season it is also very economical and of course reusable.

 

Spiral Miniature Christmas Tree Decoration - finished tree closeup

Making a Spiral Pipe Cleaner Mini Christmas TreeThis cute mini Christmas tree is made using a pipe cleaner, pom poms, a cork, and a bit of craft sheet foam. Set them around the house as tiny spots of holiday cheer. The kids can use them to decorate a doll's house or Lego house. There are surely more ideas for putting them to use in your holiday decorating and gift giving activities.

 

Closeup of unique Christmas arrangement

Making a Recycled Christmas BouquetRather than discarding excess, old, or broken Christmas decorations use them to create lovely Christmas bouquets. The possibilities are as vast as your supplies and imagination. Some examples are pictured on this page.

 

Recycled Snowman Candy Containers - finished containers

Recycled Snowman Candy ContainersPaint and decorate a variety of recycled plastic containers to make snowmen candy containers. The kids and grown kids will love them and the treats inside.

 

Let It Snow Paper Plate Craft - finished tree plate

Making a Let It Snow Paper Plate CraftLet the kids get into the swing of preparing for Christmas by making this fun "Let It Snow" paper plate craft. The supplies list, photos, and steps needed to create your own version of the craft can be found on this page.

 

finished reindeer

Making a Pom-Pom ReindeerPom poms and chenille stems work up into cute little reindeer to help decorate for the holidays. You can use them as ornaments, set them up around the house, or even attach to a gift. Complete instructions and photos are included on this page.

 

Happy Bow Wreath - finished wreath hanging on the door

Making a Happy Holidays Bow WreathMake a simple, quick, inexpensive bow wreath using a Styrofoam wreath form and lots of gift bows. The instructions can be found on this page.

 

Christmas Tree Decor Sign - tree sign standing next to a Merry Christmas sign

Making a Christmas Tree Decor SignThe lacy white tree on this piece of Christmas decor is made from a paper doily. Learn who to recreate this craft using the instructions and photos contained on this page.

 

Kids' Cutout Paper Wreath - ready to hang

Making a Kids' Cutout Paper WreathCut the center from a paper plate, paint it green, and then add fun toy and holiday magazine images, plus stickers, beads, or anything else you might have in your craft stash. The result is a unique kid friendly holiday project to use as decoration.

 

Fused Plastic Straw Ornament - ready to add a piece of string and hang

Making Fused Plastic Straw OrnamentsColorful plastic drinking straws are the main supply needed to create fused plastic Christmas ornaments. Follow the detailed instructions to make this cute Christmas tree.

 

Ice cream cones decorated like Christmas trees.

Making Ice Cream Cone Christmas Trees?You can make pretty, edible ice cream cone Christmas trees by coating the cone with icing, candy melts, or white chocolate. Then decorate with popcorn, sprinkles, whatever you like.

 

Making A Snow Globe Ornament

Making A Snow Globe OrnamentUse a plastic or glass ornament designed to have items added to create this cute snow globe ornament for your home or tree. Instructions can be found on this page.

 

Poinsettia Wreath

Making a Poinsettia WreathUse a grapevine wreath, some faux poinsettias and leaves, plus pinecones to create a lovely seasonal wreath for the holidays. This page has photos and instructions for this and other wreath craft projects.

 

Felt Mismatched Sock Ornaments

Making Felt Mismatched Sock OrnamentsThese mismatched sock felt ornaments are easy to make and customize. They are perfect for stocking stuffers or as a Secret Santa gift.

 

Felt Lipstick Ornament - felt pink lipstick ornament with hanger

Making a Felt Lipstick OrnamentFelt is so easy to work with. Add a little embroidery to make this cute felt lipstick ornament by following the instructions on this page.

 

Christmas Lighted Bowl  - lighted

Making a Lighted Christmas BowlCover the outside of a clear glass bowl with craft gems and faux snow to create this pretty decorative holiday bowl. Add a battery operated tea light and it's done.

 

colored cellophane wrapped water bottle Christmas lights

Making Hard Candy Decorative LightsTo make these cute hard candy decorative lights you will need small plastic water bottles, colored cellophane, and a string of mini lights, LEDs would be perfect.

 

Cardboard Star Ornament  - ornament hanging on the tree

Cardboard Star OrnamentColorful twine and a star shape made from recycled cardboard are the main supplies need for this fun ornament project. It is a perfect project for a young child and allows them to participate in making special seasonal decorations.

 

Sparkling Paper Ornaments - paper ornaments hanging from a mirror frame

Making Sparkling Paper OrnamentsCover recycled paper cutouts of Christmas themed shapes, with glitter paper to make pretty, inexpensive, sparkling ornaments. String some together for a garland.

 

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