DIY Christmas Ornaments: 3 Easy Projects to Spark Holiday Joy

Nothing beats the warmth of handmade decorations! These DIY ornament ideas are perfect for crafting with kids, gifting loved ones, or adding a personal touch to your tree—no artistic skills required.

Project 1: Salt Dough Ornaments

• Materials: Flour, salt, water, cookie cutters, acrylic paint.

• Steps:

  1. Mix 2 cups flour + 1 cup salt + 1 cup water.

  2. Roll dough, cut shapes (stars, trees), bake at 200°F for 2 hours.

  3. Paint and seal with varnish.

• Pro Tip: Write names/year with a toothpick before baking!

Project 2: Upcycled Sweater Ornaments

• Materials: Old wool sweaters, scissors, stuffing, ribbon.

• Steps:

  1. Cut sweater into circles/stars.

  2. Sew edges (leave a gap), stuff with cotton, close.

  3. Add a ribbon loop.

• Bonus: Use buttons or embroidery for details.

Project 3: Photo Ornaments

• Materials: Clear plastic ornaments, printed photos, glitter.

• Steps:

  1. Roll photos into tight tubes.

  2. Insert into ornament, add glitter, seal.

  3. Hang with a ribbon.

Why DIY?

• Budget-Friendly: Reuse household items.

• Sentimental Value: Gifts with heart (e.g., ornaments with pet photos).

• Eco-Conscious: Reduce waste with upcycled materials.

Conclusion

Handmade ornaments make your tree uniquely yours. For days when you’d rather skip the glue, Orniment’s handmade collections offer the same charm with zero mess!