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36 Fabulous DIY Christmas Ornaments To Make

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Step into a world adorned with twinkling lights, the sweet scent of pine, and the warm embrace of holiday cheer.

As the calendar flips to December, our hearts collectively skip a beat, for ’tis the season to deck the halls and trim the tree.

It’s a time when creativity takes center stage, and crafting becomes an art form that warms our homes and hearts alike.

Welcome to a wonderland of possibilities, where glitter and glue, ribbons and paint, transform into enchanting treasures that hang from branches and reflect the magic of the season.

In this enchanting journey, we will explore a treasure trove of 36 fabulous DIY Christmas ornament ideas.

These ornaments are more than just baubles; they are symbols of tradition, love, and the joy of giving. They evoke memories of cozy evenings spent with loved ones, sipping hot cocoa by the fire while crafting these miniature masterpieces.

From rustic wooden wonders that add a touch of nature’s elegance to your tree, to whimsical felt creatures that delight the young and young at heart, we’ve scoured the craft world to bring you a collection that sparkles with ingenuity.

Discover how to turn everyday items into dazzling ornaments that will dazzle your guests and spark conversations.

Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting, there’s something here for everyone.

So, gather your supplies, unleash your imagination, and get ready to embark on a journey filled with creativity and holiday magic.

Let’s dive into the world of 36 fabulous DIY Christmas ornament ideas that will make your holiday season truly sparkle.


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36 Fabulous DIY Christmas Ornaments To Make

1) DIY snowman ornaments

Snowman Christmas-tree ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Make It Lovely

2) Gingerbread Salt Dough Ornaments

Gingerbread Salt Dough Ornament

Get the tutorial at – Modern Glam

3) DIY Vintage Car Ornament

diy vintage car ornament

Get the tutorial at – Homemade Heather

4) DIY Wine Cork Candle

diy candle wine cork christmas ornament

Get the tutorial at – Artsy Momma

5) Wooden Bead Christmas Tree

Wooden Bead Christmas Tree

Get the tutorial at – A Wonderful Thought

Also See: 40 Frugal DIY Christmas Décor Ideas To Try This Year

6) DIY String Art Ornaments

DIY String Art Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – A Beautiful Mess

7) Disney Princess-Inspired Christmas Ornaments

disney princess ornaments

Get the tutorial at – As The Bunny Hops

8) DIY Starfish Christmas Ornaments

starfish ornament

Get the tutorial at – Crafts By Courtney

9) Baby’s 1st Christmas Keepsake Ornament

babys 1st christmas ornament

Get the tutorial at – Practically Functional

10) Glitter Ball Yarn Ornaments

Glitter Ball Yarn Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – One Little Project

Also See: 30 Cute DIY Christmas Wreath Ideas To Put Up This Holiday

11) Santa Light Bulb

Lightbulb Santa Ornament

Get the tutorial at – Sustain My Crafty Habit

12) Popsicle Stick Nutcracker

Popsicle Stick Nutcracker Craft

Get the tutorial at – Fireflies And Mud Pies

13) Macrame Candy Cane Ornaments

DIY Macrame Candy Cane

Get the tutorial at – The Green Mad House

14) DIY Clay Mushroom Ornaments

mushroom ornament

Get the tutorial at – Inspired By Charm

15) Waterless DIY Snow Globe

waterless diy snow globe ornament

Get the tutorial at – Atta Girl Says

Also See: 28 DIY Christmas Gift Baskets Your Loved Ones Will Appreciate

16) Dried Citrus Christmas Ornaments

Dried Orange Christmas Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – She Keeps A Lovely Home

17) Honeycomb Paper Christmas Ornaments

Honeycomb Cricut Christmas Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Sweet Red Poppy

18) DIY Teacup Christmas Ornaments

Teacup Christmas Tree

Get the tutorial at – Petticoat Junktion

19) DIY felt mitten ornaments

wool-felt-mitten-ornament

Get the tutorial at – Merriment Design

20) Angel Christmas Ornaments Craft

Wooden Doll Angel Ornament

Get the tutorial at – Rhythms Of Play

Also See: 30+ Super Adorable DIY Christmas Crafts For Kids

21) DIY Paper Christmas Ornaments

DIY paper Christmas ornaments

Get the tutorial at – A Piece Of Rainbow

22) DIY Nutcracker Christmas Ornaments

Nutcracker Christmas Ornament

Get the tutorial at – My Creative Days

23) Simple Evergreen Sprig Polymer Clay Ornament

Evergreeen Beaded Ornament

Get the tutorial at – Made In A Day

24) Hand Made Push Pin Beaded Ornaments

Push Pin Beaded Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Covering Bases

25) DIY Rustic Burlap Hearts And Stars

DIY Rustic Burlap

Get the tutorial at – The Crafting Nook

Also See: 21 Amazing DIY Christmas Mason Jar Crafts To Try 

26) Seashell Angel Ornaments

Snowman Christmas tree ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Crafty Morning

27) Snowman Ornament DIY

Snowman Ornament DIY

Get the tutorial at – Down Redbud Drive

28) DIY Forest Gnome Pinecone

forest gnome pinecone christmas ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Hello Creative Family

29) Christmas Gnomes

Christmas Gnomes

Get the tutorial at – Kippi At Home

30) Embroidery Hoop Ornaments

Embroidery Hoop Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Made To Be A Momma

31) Snowy Ornaments

snowy ornament balls diy

Get the tutorial at – A Pumpkin And A Princess

32) Christmas Cinnamon Ornaments

Cinnamon-Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Clean And Scentsible

33) Little Debbie Tree Cake

little debbie christmas tree

Get the tutorial at – A Country Girl’s Life

34) Wood Slice Snowman Christmas Ornament

snowman ornament diy

Get the tutorial at – It’s Always Autumn

35) Cookie Cutter and Mesh Ornaments

Easy Cookie Cutter Ornaments

Get the tutorial at – Flamingo Toes

36) DIY Silhouette Christmas Ornament

DIY Silhouette Christmas Ornament

Get the tutorial at – Buggy And Buddy