Check out these 12 creative Christmas craft ideas to save a little money, flex your DIY muscle, and take time to slow down and enjoy the season.
I don’t know about you, but decorating at the beginning of every Christmas season is daunting. This year, I decided to round up and share 12 DIY decorating ideas via Instagram, Email, and Pinterest to help you get in the spirit! Ease and affordability are important to me this time of year, so each project tutorial is a quick and easy. I’ve also provided easy links so you can view the projects you like in greater detail. Don’t forget to Pin your favorites for safe keeping!
1. Create a Swag Wreath for your Front Door
In the mood for something other than a round holiday wreath this year? I wanted something traditional with evergreen, berries, bells, and bows. I combined some affordable elements to create my own Christmas swag wreath that will last for years to come.
2. Handmade Christmas Cards
Sending Christmas cards is a tradition I partake in, but have my own ideas for how I want to spread Christmas cheer. I have gone the DIY route for the last five years, and have been told my cards are always an unexpected breath of fresh air. Let me show you how to create unique and heart felt Christmas cards that will cost even less than the traditional Christmas card route.
3. Shatterproof Mercury Glass Ornaments
I’m always trying to get creative with affordable shatterproof ornament ideas. I decided to DIY these vintage mercury glass Christmas ornaments and they turned out so well! Cheap and easy is always my goal, and these ornaments fit the bill. I shared the exact supplies I used, as well as the step by step tutorial so you can make your own!
4. Dried Oranges
This holiday DIY is so charming, fun, easy, and inexpensive. Dried oranges feel nostalgic to me, and I love to find ways to bring natural and organic elements inside to my decor. Check out the step-by-step tutorial to teach you how to dehydrate oranges for Christmas! Use your new inexpensive & sustainable Christmas decor on trees, wreaths, and garland for years to come.
5. Host a Holiday Wine Party
I love to share our home with friends and family, especially during the holidays. And being the Type A, Enneagram 1 that I am, I have a very methodical strategy when hosting. I break down how to host a holiday wine tasting party into digestible bites to help you decrease stress, remember all the details and host a party that both you and your guests are sure to enjoy!
6. Marbled Ornaments
A step-by-step tutorial to teach you how to create DIY marbled Christmas ornaments using nail polish! Affordable, quick, and so easy. This would be a great family friendly craft this holiday season.
7. Southern Tabasco Pepper Sauce
I love a DIY gift solution for family and friends. This southern style Tabasco pepper sauce is not only homemade, but can elevate daily meals such as greens, peas, salads, barbecue… the possibilities are endless. See what supplies you’ll need, and how to execute this sustainable gift idea for friends and family to enjoy.
8. Learn the Easiest Way to Decorate your Tree with Ribbon
Have you ever wanted to add a little more to your tree to make it look designer, but on a budget? See the step-by-step tutorial where I will teach you how to decorate your Christmas tree with ribbon. Ready to learn how?
9. Four Unexpected Areas to Decorate
Add a bit of Christmas cheer to unexpected places around the house! Four of my favorites are adding big bows to light fixtures (including those in a guest bathroom), adding small bows to a gallery wall, hanging holiday wreaths over mirrors, and displaying Christmas cards from years past! Every year, I hole punch all cards we received, tie a bow through them and add a label so I can keep & decorate with them for years to come.
10. Build Your Christmas Tablescape
Whether you are hosting or not, I love a good Christmas tablescape. Start with festive china if you have it. If not, it’s something you can begin to affordably collect year after year. I started with Spode Christmas tree dishes the year we were married, and each year plan to add the new desert plate created for that year.
Below your china, adding a charger and a placemat is an ideal way to layer. Don’t forget a runner down the middle of the table, with a tray or wooden server to ground the centerpiece. Candlelight is a necessity, as well as festive florals. Sprinkle cranberries, sprigs of rosemary, or dried orange slices for the finishing touch!
11. Use Antiquing Wax to Update Decor
I’ve had this woven tree collar for a few years, and the gray matched perfectly in my first apartment. However, I wanted warmer brown tones in our home this year. This fix was so easy, and used one of my favorite versatile products! With a chip brush and Antiquing Wax, I added warmth without having to buy a new tree collar. I’ve outlined the tutorial and linked supplies, as well as shared a few other ways to use one of my favorite products.
12. No Sew Stocking Name Tags
I love these neutral stockings I got a few years ago, but wanted them to be personalized with our names without paying for customization. I decided to use Kraft paper gift tags and my favorite lettering brush pen to do just that! No sew, neutral and easy. I’ve linked all the supplies you’ll need for this quick and easy DIY!
There you have it! 12 DIY projects to keep you busy this holiday season. I hope I’ve inspired a new project or two that you can enjoy year after year.
