Christmas is the most wonderful time to hang out with your family and friends, hunt for the perfect gift, and cozy up your home for winter. But after all that, we bet you (and your wallet) are feeling pretty drained. If you want to save money on your holiday decor, opt for a few DIY Christmas decorations this year. If you think you're not crafty or don't have time, just wait until you see these ideas. Our favorite Christmas crafts are quick, easy, and actually pretty meditative.
Whether you want to focus on a wreath, ornaments, table settings, or mantel decor, you'll find more than a few tutorials below from some of the world's most impressive crafters. There's adorable gift wrap made of brown paper bags and topped with evergreen sprigs and a holiday balloon arch that will make this year's party one your family will remember. We included super-easy DIY Christmas decorations you can craft in under 30 minutes too, like glimmering wreath ornaments made entirely out of pipe cleaners. And those are just a few of the 75 fun craft ideas we've got for you.
Best of all, everything you need to make these DIY Christmas decorations—including tools—is available on Amazon. So even if you're procrastinating, you won't run out of time waiting for your craft supplies to arrive. Don't wait too long, though! Christmas Eve will be here before you know it.
Pinecone Tree Centerpiece
If you're in need of last-minute Christmas tabletop decorations, look to your backyard for a festive idea. Glittery star toppers turn these simple pinecones into miniature Christmas trees.
Ribbon Tree Decorations
Once the gifts have been wrapped, you might be wondering what to do with all that leftover ribbon. Rather than fill your tree with ornaments and tinsel (even though we do love the sparkly look), opt for bows instead. Easy to DIY, a ribbon tree is a holiday take on fashion's fall bow trend.
Santa Christmas Ball Wreath
Ornament wreaths are a great, allergy friendly (and shedding friendly) alternative to traditional winter greenery. This one by MK Creations is an ode to Christmas's big man himself: Santa! Adding a simple paper belt to this red wreath makes it instantly recognizable.
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Fairy Light Garlands
Christmas string lights can do much more than trim the tree. Hang them everywhere for cozy ambiance. To dress up the cords a bit, create glittering and seasonal paper adornments.
Paper House Advent Calendar
Advent calendars come in all shapes and sizes and can be filled with anything from chocolate to lipstick to dog treats. But if none of this year's offerings are striking your fancy, maybe it's time to make your own—like this cityscape created by The House That Lars Built. That way, you can get an advent calendar that coordinates with your holiday decor—and your favorite treats every morning.
Balloon Arch Kit
Be the envy of the neighborhood with an all-star balloon arch this Christmas. Whether you use it to welcome guests to your annual soiree or simply keep it up for weeks on end, your home will be picture perfect for the holidays.
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Christmas Tree Mobile Frame
This year is your chance to recreate the viral Kelly Wearstler floating Christmas tree without getting completely tangled in fishing line and greenery. Thanks to one Etsy seller, all you have to do is hang your beloved ornaments from a handy ceiling-mounted frame.
DIY Christmas Cards
Make your season's greetings extra special by making them yourself. Start with a plain card. Cut out triangle-shaped pieces of your favorite wrapping paper, and just glue them onto the card! To go the extra mile, splatter on some white paint to emulate snow.
DIY Gift Wrap
If you're short on wrapping paper, there's no need to give your loved ones unfinished gifts. Instead, wrap them in brown paper (got any old shopping bags? Those will work!) and finish them off with a few sprigs from the trees outside. (This looks like arbor vitae.) Peep the full tutorial at A Piece of Rainbow.
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Christmas Toy Cars
Spruce up your mantel with a few pieces of charming decor, like this bottlebrush tree delivery via toy car, secured with candy-cane-colored twine. The kids will love it.
Chocolate Malt Ball Reindeer
Who says Christmas decor can't be edible? Not us. Grab some Mason jars, fill them with chocolate malt balls (feel free to throw in a few red chocolate-covered cherries), and decorate them to look like reindeer. Catch the full tutorial on Life as Mama.
Sugared Garnishes
Another piece of tasty decor is Ella Claire & Co.'s sugared rosemary sprigs and cranberries. Scatter them across the dining table (don't forget the tablecloth) a few minutes ahead of dinner, and your setup will look as festive as it tastes.
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Homemade Potpourri Simmer Jars
Homemade potpourri may sound like something your grandma would put in a fancy bowl, but potpourri is trending in a big way! Everyone may prefer different scent, but who doesn't love the smell of Christmas? Get the guide on Boxwood Avenue, then give it a rustic feel with a plain linen tied with twine.
Green Tassel Garland
This decorative garland may look complicated, but it's much easier to make than you'd expect. The DIY allows you to customize your greeting too. All you need is a set of multicolor tassels, oversize letters, and wooden beads.
Easy DIY Holiday Cards
If you're short on time but still want to make your own holiday cards, snag some buttons and a permanent marker and doodle some abstract Christmas-themed scenes.
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Tasty Table Settings
Whether you're having five or 25 people over for Christmas dinner (or brunch), save your guests the scramble of figuring out where to sit by creating your own seat assignments. These place card holders are just three candy canes tied together—cute and easy.
Reindeer Gift Bags
Thank your guests for swinging by with handmade gift bags. Stuff them with red tissue paper, pop on some googly eyes and a red pom-pom nose, and you're good to go. If you need some help, check out the tutorial on Kara Creates.
Sustainable Wreath
Keep it simple this year with an eco-friendly wreath that will take you no more than 10 minutes to make. Attach some greenery to a brass ring and finish it off with a little bell or two. Get the tutorial on Star Seeds.
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Instant Hot Cocoa
Here's another great edible gift: a DIY hot chocolate kit thought up by Hoosier Homemade. Grab some plastic (or glass, if you're feeling fancy) vials and fill them with different hot cocoa toppings, including marshmallows and peppermints.
Burlap Table Setting
A rustic Christmas is always a good idea, so if you're hosting the festivities this year, fold some burlap into a pocket and neatly tuck in the napkin, silverware, and maybe a sprig or two of fresh pine, à la Love of Family and Home.
