Making Poured Paint Glass Ornament BallsPlain glass ornaments can be made fabulous with the addition of some paint poured directly inside. This is a page about making poured paint glass ornament balls.
Making a Nature Stick Christmas Tree OrnamentTake a walk in the woods or just around the park or neighborhood and collect some small sticks and twigs. They will be the branches for this handmade ornament. This is a page about making a nature stick Christmas tree ornament.
Making a Gumball Machine OrnamentAdd this cute handmade ornament to your collection. It is so cute and easy to make you could gift them as gifts. This is a page about making a gumball machine ornament.
Making Bottle Cap Christmas OrnamentsSave the metal caps from beverage bottles and create some unique decorations for a mini Christmas tree. Have fun reusing! This is a page about making bottle cap Christmas ornaments.
Darling Angel Christmas OrnamentWhen you think of Christmas, one of the ubiquitous motifs is the angel. Make your own little angel ornament working with the project found in this page. This is a page about making a darling angel Christmas ornament.
Filling Clear Christmas OrnamentsA fun project for the whole family can center around filling clear ornaments with a variety of holiday themed inclusions and other tidbits. Try shells, confetti, pom poms, miniature trees, and more. This is a page about filling clear Christmas ornaments.
Making a Christmas Memorial OrnamentA memorial ornament can be easily made to keep your loved ones' memory bright during the holidays. This is a page about making a Christmas memorial ornament.
Making Plastic Bottle Cap Christmas OrnamentsThis is a page about making plastic bottle cap Christmas ornaments. You don't necessarily envision cute Christmas ornaments when you look at plastic bottle caps. But add some paint, glitter, sequins, ribbon, and beads to create these adorable ornaments.
Recycled Bottlecap Macaron Cookie OrnamentsIf you love these beautiful cookies then, this ornament craft is for you. Learn how to make recycled bottlecap macaron cookie ornaments.
Santa Belly OrnamentAdd a glitter belt and buckle to a red ornament to create this fun Christmas tree decoration. This page shows you how to make a cute Santa belly ornament.
Making Paper Mache Ball Christmas OrnamentsIf you are looking for a homemade Christmas ornament project, this might be just the one. Cover inflated balloons with papier-mâché, allow to dry and then paint and decorate as desired. This is a page about making paper mache ball Christmas ornaments.
Ideas for Filling Clear Plastic OrnamentsIf you don't have a lot of space for gardening at your home, consider planting vertically. This wooden vertical garden doubles as an open fence and would be good to add privacy or camouflauge a less pretty part of your yard.
Yarn Santa OrnamentCreate this cute inexpensive, yarn Santa ornament. You will need just a few supplies, and you can make a lasting Christmas tree decoration with young crafters.
Making a Glass Reindeer OrnamentTransform a clear glass fillable ornament into a cute reindeer. This is a simple project that you can do with your children.
Candy Nose Reindeer OrnamentCreate a cute kraft paper reindeer ornament and add your favorite candy for the nose. It will look great on your tree, could be used as a gift tag, or as a gift itself. The instructions with accompanying photos follow.
DIY Lace Frill Sock Christmas AngelThis pretty Christmas angel begins with a frilly lace trimmed girl's sock. The step by step photos and instructions can be found on this page.
DIY Christmas Triangle Candy Box OrnamentTransform recycled cardboard into cute Christmas triangle candy box ornaments. They can also be used as favors or tied into the bow on a gift. The instructions and accompanying photos are found on this page.
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.
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.
Decorating Glass Ball Christmas OrnamentsGlass ball Christmas ornaments can be decorated on the outside or you can fill them with seasonal items to create unique ornaments. Try your hand at this great craft activity; get the older kids involved too.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
DIY Light Bulb Grinch OrnamentWith a burnt out light bulb, green paint, and some basic painting skills you are on your way to making this Grinch ornament. This is a no sew project.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 TopperFashion a wire star shaped Christmas tree topper using 16g craft wire. See how to make one below.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mason Jar Ring Miniature WreathsI made three mini wreaths to hang on the tree using mason jar lids.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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 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 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!
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.
Needlepoint Canvas Wreath OrnamentI was given a lot of circular needlepoint canvas shapes and found this quick and simple ornament to make.
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 OrnamentI saw this idea at a craft boutique and since I had the supplies to make one, I made my own version.
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!
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.
Keepsake Christmas OrnamentMade from my Grandmother's old perm rods. I wanted to do "something" with them and so I fashioned these two different ornaments; an angel and a Christmas tree.
Button Star OrnamentThis craft can be made using collected buttons left over from old clothes to make a star to decorate your Christmas tree. I used wire from an old transformer, so this project cost almost nothing. You can use any other color of buttons.
Sticky Tape Christmas BulbThe simplest sticky tape is enough to decorate your Christmas tree. I figured out how to make a Christmas bulb out of transparent duct tape only using expired eyeshadow. Instead of eyeshadow, you can use any powder (of course, a powder that is safe for health), for example flour. So it will cost you almost nothing.
Birch Bark SnowflakeI like to use bark for crafts. This time I decided to make snowflakes from birch bark. You can hang these snowflakes on Christmas tree or use them to decorate Christmas gifts.
Christmas Ball from Plastic Roll-On ContainerDo not throw away empty roll-on antiperspirants or deodorants. You can make little Christmas balls from them. It won't take long and will cost you almost nothing.
Vintage Ancestor OrnamentMaking these for Christmas for each of my five children using vintage "1960s" pictures of my husband's family and my family.
Gnome OrnamentsThese were so fun to make. I had everything on hand. Ideas for making hats and gnomes on Pinterest.
Nativity OrnamentMade from old wooden clothespins.
Acorn ElvesThese are acorns I gathered near Salem, Massachusetts this fall while on a trip there. They came from my husband's ancestor's property where they settled in 1634. I wanted to make some kind of keepsake out of them and found this idea. So Christmas decorations seemed like a fun idea. I also crafted with my 11-year-old granddaugheter and she had fun making them too.