There is nothing quite like decking the halls during this most wonderful time of the year. But you do not have to spend a fortune on decorations at a big-box store in order to make your home look festive. You can create a fun holiday atmosphere by making decorations yourself!
Not to mention, when you make your own decorations, it is very therapeutic for you to create art with your hands. This helps to ease anxiety and boost happiness. We have rounded up some of our favorite handmade Christmas art that you can easily make yourself! You can find them below, along with links to full tutorials!
Tealight Snowmen
Are these tealight snowmen not the cutest thing that you've seen? They are easily made with artificial tealight candles, some felt, Sharpies, and some pipe cleaners! Tie a little ribbon on it and you have some sweet little snowmen.
Get all the instructions at One Little Project.
Pinecone Christmas Trees
Have you ever looked at a pinecone and thought that it looked a lot like a Christmas tree? Why not turn them into miniature ones? With some little beads or baubles and a tiny star, you can turn them into little Christmas trees that you can display inside your home!
Get all the instructions at Kara Layne.
Faux Kissing Ball
There is nothing quite like a kiss stolen underneath the mistletoe. You can easily make a faux kissing ball by using fake greenery, some red ribbon, and fake red berries. Nobody will know the difference and you'll be able to snag a kiss from your sweetie!
Get all the instructions at A Pumpkin And A Princess.
Poof Pillow Presents
These are super easy to make and are creative at the same time! If you have cushions, or you can grab some at the dollar store, you can easily make these! Get some colorful pillows and simply tie a ribbon around it and you have a present!
Get all the instructions at AwwSam.
Colorful Christmas Runner
Trade in the traditional fabric Christmas table runner for this gorgeous garland runner instead! You can get totally creative with this, too! Use whatever color garland that you want, your favorite colored baubles, ribbon, and more!
Get all the instructions at S Q U I R R E L L Y M I N D S.
Pinecone Wreath
This is one simple craft that you can even get the kiddos involved in! Hunt for pinecones! After you find enough pinecones for the wreath, you can easily put it together and hang it right on your front door. It gives off country vibes that we love!
Get all the instructions at The Girl Inspired.
Doggie Advent Calendar
Let's not forget about our precious pooches when it comes to decorating for Christmas! Everyone else gets an advent calendar, why shouldn't they? You can make this adorable calendar, and your pup will get to look forward to you waking up every day so they can open another "present!"
Get all the instructions at All For The Memories.
Christmas Card Garland
This is such a special time of year when everyone takes the time out to send old-fashioned cards through snail-mail! Don't just let them sit on your countertop - make use of them! Grab some greenery garland and hang it up, and then fasten the cards to it! It makes a beautiful display of the cards that everyone sent you during the holiday season!
Get all the instructions at The Sunny Side Up Blog.
Edible Centerpieces
There is nothing quite like building a gingerbread house, is there? With this fun craft, you can create a beautiful gingerbread house, and when you are done with it, you can display it as a holiday centerpiece! Once Christmas dinner is over, everyone can dig in and have a piece of the cookie!
Get all the instructions at Love Grows Wild.
Mason Jar Snowglobe
If you love snowglobes as much as we do, then this is the one craft that you are going to love. With just a few simple items, you can make your very own rustic looking snowglobe. How cute is it?
Get all the instructions at Mason Jar Crafts.
Picture Frame Ornaments
When decorating a tree, nothing is more special than hanging a handmade photo ornament. They are the most spectacular kinds of ornaments on the tree. Make your very own glitter photo ornament with this tutorial.
Get all the instructions at Two Sisters Crafting.
Handmade Twig Ornaments
These don't necessarily have to hang on the tree! They can hang on your walls as well for some simple rustic decor! This is another great craft that you can get the kids involved in! They can create their very own twig ornaments!
Get all the instructions at Simple As That.
Chalkboard Banner Wood Slices
These chalkboard wood slices are absolutely beautiful and add a rustic charm to your home or wherever you choose to decorate with these. While these say "O Holy Night," you can sub in whatever festive greeting or song lyric that you would like it to say.
Get all the instructions at Marty's Musings.
Colorful Christmas Village
If you are looking to replace your old ceramic Christmas village, why not create your very own colorful version? With some wooden birdhouses and craft houses that you can easily find in a craft store, you can grab some colorful paint and go to town on it! This is a great one for kids to do, too. They will love decorating their very own house!
Get all the instructions at Studio DIY.
Wrapping Paper Table Runner
Instead of risking getting your fabric table runner messy during dinner, a great option is to create a runner with wrapping paper! It looks just as beautiful if not more, and cleaning it up is so, so easy! You can just toss it when you are done with it!
Get all the instructions at Design Improvised.
Sources: Design Improvised, Studio DIY, Marty's Musings, Simple As That, Two Sisters Crafting, Mason Jar Crafts, Love Grows Wild, The Sunny Side Up Blog, All For The Memories, The Girl Inspired, S Q U I R R E L L Y M I N D S, AwwSam, A Pumpkin And A Princess, Kara Layne, One Little Project