If you’re looking for some ideas for DIY Christmas ornaments, well, you’ve come to the right place. Over 100 ideas, lots of them made with Mod Podge and some creative magic!
Scroll down to the bottom of the post to get a video of some of the ideas in action. You’re going to love watching these ornaments come to life.

One of my favorite things to make with Mod Podge for the holidays – DIY Christmas ornaments! Seriously, I just can’t get enough. Where do I begin with why I love them so?
DIY Christmas Ornaments
Well, you get a chance to use a variety of mediums along with your Mod Podge – paper, tissue paper, fabric, gift wrap, paint, glitter, markers, etc . . . whatever your little heart desires can be added to the surface of an ornament!
Not only that but you get the immediate gratification of completing a little sphere of wonder in a short amount of time. I can take awhile to complete a variety of decoupage projects, but ornaments I always seem to finish right up, and I love that.
Quick and easy is the name of the game when it comes to the holidays as far as I’m concerned.
(get 30+ Mod Podge Christmas crafts here!)
Handmade Christmas Ornament Tips
Before I get to the ornaments, I want to offer my tips for success. I’ve made a TON of Christmas ornaments over the years, especially with Mod Podge.
Since I’m guessing you want your Christmas tree to be beautiful, I’m guessing you also want your ornaments to be beautiful too – and hopefully last for many years. Here’s what I do to achieve ornament perfection!
1. Prepare your surface.
Almost any surface can be used to create a decoupage project. Suitable surfaces include wood, papier mache, terra cotta, tin, cardboard and glass. Only SOME plastics are okay for decoupage.
I recommend testing a small area before completing your entire project to make sure that the Mod Podge will adhere. With glass, you’ll want to clean with a mild soap and water or rubbing alcohol and a cotton ball.
2. Choose the correct paint for your surface.
This is if you are painting. Make sure that you check that you have the appropriate acrylic paint to use with your wood, glass, ceramic, or whatever the ornament is made of.
Glass ornaments in particular require a special paint, so I like to use FolkArt Multi Surface paint for every ornament just so it’s more durable and I know it’s going to work. Brush a few coats of paint on your surface and let completely dry before decoupaging.
3. Decide on a theme.
I like to have a consistent theme for my entire tree. Obviously this isn’t required, but if you do want a theme for your DIY Christmas ornaments, get a stack of Christmas paper.
Scrapbook designers are great at picking current design themes and creating papers that all look great together, so you can benefit from that. Just grab a stack that appeals to you and use your favorites to create beautiful ornaments.
Another thing I like to do is get some glitter colors that compliment my paper ornaments and make some solid, glitter ornaments that go along with my patterned ones. It’s nice to have designed ornaments on the tree but then break them up with some solid color ones as well.
4. Prepare the items for decoupage.
If you are using scrapbook paper, fabric, or something along those lines you don’t have to do anything.
However IF you are using photocopies or printed pictures, you’ll make to make sure that you seal them with an acrylic sealer if they were printed on inkjet.
Inkjet will bleed when decoupaged unless you spray both side of the printed page with a spray acrylic sealer. You can learn more about it in my how to decoupage article.
5. Pick your Mod Podge formula.
You can use my formula guide to choose your favorite decoupage formula, but I’m going to recommend Sparkle Mod Podge or Extreme Glitter Mod Podge for your DIY Christmas ornament fun.
You don’t always need glitter, however the holidays are a perfect time for it. Just something to consider! Otherwise most ornaments will take the Satin, Gloss, or Matte formulas depending on the finish you desire.
6. Seal your DIY Christmas ornaments.
Whether you use a clear acrylic spray sealer or a brush on clear sealer, you’ll want to use something additional after your decoupage is done.
This is so the ornaments last as long as possible AND so they don’t stick when you put them into storage. Obviously let them dry completely before you do so. You might even want to use wax paper to store them so that you can ensure there isn’t a sticking problem (don’t wrap it too tightly).
Are you ready for the Christmas ornaments? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve pulled together some of my favorites as well as tons from the blogging community at large.
There are over 100 ideas here (including some for kids to make, and lots of options for fabric, paper, glass, photo, and more. If you make one of these (or more because you won’t be able to stop at one), let me know in the comments!
To get all of the ideas, you’ll need to scroll down the list below. You’ll want to go to the bottom because the ideas are so good. Enjoy!
DIY Christmas Ornaments
Learn how to make Christmas tree ornaments using these unique tutorials! These use variety of other materials: paint, glitter, buttons, fabric, Mod Podge, and more. Perfect for the beginning crafter!
Handprint Santa
Christmas handprint crafts are a fun favorite with small children! Make special memories with this handprint Santa ornament.
Night Light Bulbs
Don't throw away burned out night light bulbs - turn them into light bulb Christmas ornaments with Mod Podge and glitter!
Family Photo Ornaments
Learn how to make pretty family photo ornaments using crystal pendants from a chandelier! Perfect for Christmas, a wedding, or baby gift idea.
Mason Jar Lid Ornaments
Make the coolest Christmas ornaments using mason jar lids! These are perfect for rustic or farmhouse decorating.
Photo Christmas Blocks
Create festive, personalized photo Christmas ornaments using your favorite pictures, wood blocks, and Mod Podge. These DIY photo ornaments make great gifts!
Fabric Scrap Balls
Are you looking for fun and easy decoupage ornaments to make for Christmas? These are so fun and sparkly - any age can try them!
Recycled with Rhinestones
These rhinestone ornaments use can lids (but you'd never know it!), and they look blingy and fabulous on my tree! So easy to make.
Glittery Seashells
Make holiday decorations the easy way! These seashell ornaments are simple . . just use glitter and Mod Podge to make pretty Christmas decor.
Holiday Shadowbox
Use Mod Podge, holiday minis, and a paper mache box to create unique Christmas shadow box ornaments. So fun and very satisfying to make!
Paper Christmas Balls
Learn how to make these cute paper ball ornaments for your Christmas tree! These are a perfect holiday craft for kids or adults.
Salt Dough Ornaments
Use this recipe to make salt dough ornaments that double as personalized gift tags - both kids and adults will love this EASY craft. Preserve the ornaments with Mod Podge.
DIY Mini Plaques
You'll love this project in which I turned mini wood plaques into DIY mini ornaments for Christmas. Use Mod Podge and holiday scrapbook paper.
The Cutest Gingerbread Ornaments
These gingerbread ornaments make me squeal every time I see them! So cute and made of felt with basic supplies - easy for kids.
Painted Wood Ornaments
Learn how to paint wooden ornaments using adhesive stencils, glitter, and Mod Podge! This Christmas decor is easy to personalize, and these are perfect for handmade gifts.
Make Wood Bead Christmas Ornaments
Making inexpensive Christmas ornaments is a fun family tradition! These super easy DIY wooden bead ornaments are so easy the kids can make them too.
Rustic Glitter Ornament
Make your own rustic glitter ornament using twine and Mod Podge! This is so easy - you'll want a whole tree of these. So pretty!
Glitter Ornament with Dimensional Magic
These ornaments were made using old jewelry trays, magazine printouts, glitter, and Dimensional Magic. They make me want to raid my stash and see what I can come up with!
Personalized Letter Ornaments
Use wood or paper mache to create these fun, personalized decoupage letter ornaments. These initial ornaments are easy to make with Mod Podge Gloss.
Kraft Paper Ornaments
Make these EASY brown paper bag ornaments in minutes with some basic craft supplies! These look so unique on your Christmas tree.
Mod Podge Photo Ornaments
The most special ornaments on my parents' tree are the photo ones from when me and my brothers were little. Start a tradition of making photo ornaments each year . . . such a fun way to decorate your Christmas tree!
Make a Handprint Ornament
Learn the easiest way to make a handprint ornament! This post has three options - Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Santa, and a Christmas tree.
Sugar Christmas Mittens
Learn how to make these sugar ornaments for Christmas - using things you already have on hand! Easy, inexpensive, and kids will love them.
DIY Scrabble Tile Ornament
Follow this tutorial to make your own scrabble tile Christmas ornaments – they make beautiful gifts at the holidays that can be personalized to the recipient!
Confetti Christmas Balls
These confetti ornaments pack a visual punch for Christmas decor, and are easy enough that kids and adults alike can make them. Use confetti in any colors that you like!
Recycled Vintage Bell Ornaments
It's hard to believe but these ornaments are made from recycled soda cans! I love this simple craft, and the beautiful bells that result.
Glittered Mirror Ornaments
Use white glitter and adhesive stencils to make these pretty and simple mirror ornaments for your Christmas tree! So striking in person.
How to Make Wood Scrap Ornaments
These scrap wood ornaments are seriously the cutest holiday craft that you will make this year. Grab whatever you can from your stash as well as some scrap wood to make these.
Last Minute Paper Ornaments
This last minute decoupage project can save you from a sad looking home during the holidays. You'll love these paper ornaments - with a free template!
Cute Cookie Cutter Ornaments For $1
Four cookie cutters out of the dollar bins is quite a deal – use paper and glue to turn them into DIY cookie cutter ornaments. So easy!
Santa Wood Slice Ornaments
Wooden ornaments provide a lovely rustic charm to the holiday season. Use this tutorial to make Santa wood slice ornaments for your tree this year.
DIY Rudolph Ornaments
If you can use paint and a hot glue gun, you'll easily be able to make these darling Rudolph Christmas ornaments. So modern and cute!
Gingerbread Houses
These gingerbread house ornaments are super easy to make with chipboard, chalk markers, and a Cricut. But don’t worry, they can also be made without a cutting machine.
DIY Painted Gold Leaf Ornaments
These beautiful DIY painted gold leaf ornaments are one of my most popular posts of all time! These are perfect for tree trimming or gift giving this holiday season. Make them with glass ornaments, paint, and gold leaf sheets.
Wood Dowel Christmas Tree Ornaments
Use square wooden dowels to make the cutest and easiest ornaments ever - use up those small pieces of scrapbook paper too (with Mod Podge).
Glitter Christmas Ornaments
Nothing says Christmas crafts like glitter! These monogrammed Christmas ornaments are the perfect NO MESS glitter holiday project.
How to Make Mini Tealight Ornaments
Tealight ornaments remind me of mini baskets and are definitely small-budget friendly! These ornaments would also be pretty attached to a gift to add a personal touch.
Scrapbook Paper Scraps
Learn how to Mod Podge glass Christmas ornaments with paper scraps - no crafting skills required! Such an easy holiday project that everyone in the family will love.
DIY Vinyl Cross Stitch Christmas Ornament
A cross stitch ornament looks complicated to put together - but the thing is, you're actually not doing any cross stitching! Use a cutting machine and vinyl to make this.
Easy Farmhouse Christmas Ornaments
These DIY farmhouse ornaments are not only super cute, they are insanely fast and easy to make. Plus there's a free printable available at the blog post!
Spool Christmas Ornaments
These simple wood spool ornaments are as cute as can be, and are so easy to make with baker's twine and Mod Podge. So cute on your Christmas tree!
DIY Glitter Ornaments
Do you love the look of sparkle and bling on your tree? These pretty Mod Podge glitter ornaments are EASY to make - and like a million bucks.
Home Alone Cross Stitch Christmas Ornament
Are you familiar with Home Alone? This cross stitch ornament is based on the now-classic film! Have fun stitching, and Merry Christmas – ya filthy animal!
Temporary Tattoo Christmas Ornaments
These temporary tattoo ornaments are so cute! They are one of my favorite Christmas projects ever and the possibilities are endless.
Gingham and Polka Dots
Life is too short not to use cute fabrics! Pick some cute red and green gingham and polka dots and Mod Podge onto a paper mache base.
Darling DIY Vintage Car Ornament
This DIY red car ornament is absolutely darling! If you're a sucker for anything vintage and festive around the holidays, these do-it-yourself ornaments are a must make.
Five-Minute DIY Snowman Ornaments
Make the most darling DIY snowman ornaments in under five minutes with this quick and easy snowman craft tutorial! You won’t believe how simple and inexpensive these ornaments are to make.
Beaded Letter Monogram Ornament
Learn how to make a beaded letter monogram ornament with this tutorial. Beaded letter ornaments are perfect for Christmas and weddings! Just start with any size wood letter.
DIY Harry Potter Ornaments
Learn how to make Harry Potter ornaments using vinyl and gold paint. It's really easy to do with a Silhouette or Cricut!
Felt Coffee Cup Ornaments
Do you have any friends that are Starbucks obsessed? Make them a cute ornament or gift tag with this felt coffee cup craft!
Clay Pot Snowman Ornaments
Add a little antique flair to your Christmas tree this year with these vintage inspired snowman ornaments made from clay pots, fabric, and Mod Podge. Rusty wire was used for the hangers, but these are highly adaptable to fit your tastes and craft supplies on hand.
Vintage Woodland Ornaments
Trim your tree with these beautiful, timeless glass ball ornaments. They combine very simple painting with vintage bird images for a pretty touch to your tree.
Snowman Glass Ornaments
You'll start with frosted glass balls to make these happy little snowman! The faces are very simple and easy for just about anyone to do. They're also easy to personalize.
Puzzle Piece Reindeer Ornaments
Most homes have long forgotten puzzles that can be used for this craft! Here’s a fun way to turn your puzzle pieces into a cute reindeer ornament or necklace!
Santa Ornament
I can't believe this cute little Santa was made out of a wooden heart! I love his little textured beard . . . and the addition of Mod Podge Sparkle.
Photo Transfer Block Ornament
Creating personalized ornaments are treasured for years. With Mod Podge and photo copies, an exceptional holiday becomes more memorable when you capture those special moments!
Metallic Key Ornaments for Christmas
Make easy metallic key Christmas ornaments using supplies from the craft store – they cost just $1 to make and a little spray paint!
Toilet Paper Ornament
Are you searching for the perfect handmade ornament to commemorate the past few years? Melissa couldn’t help herself with this funny DIY toilet paper ornament! You can put any year on it.
Red Front Door Christmas Ornament
These red front door Christmas ornaments will add a colorful pop to your tree. Made from recycled legal pads, they take just 15 minutes to create.
Music Sheet Ornament
What do you do with clear glass ornaments? Add filler! I love how Kristin added music sheets to hers with epsom salt and glitter. So pretty.
Bottle Cap Snowman Ornaments
What can you craft with bottle caps? So many things! One of them being these darling little snowman ornaments. They're easy enough for kids.
DIY Snowflake Christmas Ornaments
Grab a wood pole from your local thrift market or home improvement store - and make the cutest little snowflakes! All you need is a drill, saw, and woodburner.
Mixed Media Ornaments
Create a mixed media Christmas ornament that is super easy and would be a spectacular gift for anyone on your list this year! So easy to personalize, this is a great gift for teachers, newlyweds, or friends.
Rustic Candle Clip On Ornaments
I can't believe these cute little candles are made from twigs and almonds! You may already have all the supplies to make these cute clip on ornaments for your home. They're great for rustic holiday decorating.
Glass Ball Snowman Ornament
This adorable snowman ornament DIY is super cute and is so simple to make! His little hat is perfect, and you’ll cherish him for years to come.
Rustic DIY Mickey Mouse Ornaments
Not only are these DIY Mickey Mouse ornaments adorable, they were also really easy to make. Perfect for using as gift tags or a Christmas tree - I'd love to see the Minnie version too!
Wood Bead Snowman Ornament
Learn how to make a wood bead snowman ornament for your Christmas tree using simple craft supplies! Easy for both adults and kids.
Easy Embroidery Hoop Christmas Ornaments
Make these simple and easy embroidery hoop Christmas ornaments in less than an hour! You can use them on your tree, or any other place you'd like to spruce up a festive area.
Faux Concrete Ornaments
Create modern, unique concrete ornaments for Christmas without the weight of actual cement! These are so easy to make and look great on your tree.
Clothespin Santa Ornament
A clothespin Santa ornament is a fun craft to make for the Christmas tree. Isn’t this adorable? It's easy for both kids and adults to make!
DIY Mittens Christmas Ornaments
These mitten ornaments or so adorable! These DIY Christmas ornaments are perfect for using up fabric scraps . . . and you can add the cutest details like buttons and bows.
DIY Wood Slice Decoupage Ornaments
These DIY wood slice ornaments are an easy way to make your own Christmas ornaments. Use a favorite paper napkin in any pattern or color to make custom ornaments that match your Christmas decorating style.
Homemade Christmas Tree Star Ornaments
Can you wrap yarn? Then you can make these simple ornaments! These stars are perfect both for children and adults.
DIY Pinecone Gnome Christmas Ornaments
Rustic, farmhouse-y, and so much fun to make with the family! These pinecone gnome ornaments bring a little bit of the outside in and turn it into Christmas magic.
Custom Glittering Initial Ornaments
Amanda made these cute ornaments as a one-size-fits-all sort of Christmas crafts! Hang them on the tree, give them is gift, decorate packages with them . . . there's no end to the possibilities.
Candy Cane Ornaments from Fabric Scraps
Make these candy cane ornaments out of fabric scraps! You can reuse these year after year. So perfect for hanging on the tree or decorating gifts.
Peppermint Candy Christmas Ornaments
Peppermint candy ornaments are thrifty and quick to make. They’re a handmade project that is perfect for this time of the year, when we’re all running a little lower on money and time.
Button Snowman Ornament
For whatever reason this ornament has a British feel to me? Maybe it's the brown plaid. Anyway, I love it - the snowman is the icing on the cake!
DIY Rustic Carved Wood Ornaments
I love that you get to try out an angle grinder in this fun Christmas ornament idea! It's very easy to make these out of wood, and I love the rustic look.
Snow Globe Christmas Ornaments
These mini snow globe Christmas ornaments are super cute and quick and easy to make. Grab a few simple supplies and start making your own fun and festive ornaments!
Glitter Cardboard Star Ornaments for Christmas
Glitter cardboard star ornaments are stunning when you use Glitterific paint, which looks like a mix of glitter and gold foil pieces. These Christmas star ornaments are so easy to make with just two supplies: cardboard stars and glitter paint!
Clay Christmas Ornaments
These clay Christmas ornaments are kid friendly but still look great on your tree! They are so easy to make; use your favorite paint colors.
Cactus Christmas Bauble Ornaments
These cactus Christmas ornaments have a vintage vibe and were retro inspired with a nod to the mid-century modern era’s love of cacti. Perfect if you live in the desert or just love cacti yourself.
DIY Flannel Christmas Bulbs
These lights are pretty easy to make, with only minimal sewing skills required! Turn these flannel bulbs into DIY Christmas ornaments or a garland.
Pottery Barn Knockoff Christmas Ornaments
Amy was inspired by some ornaments she saw at Pottery Barn - but she didn't love the price tag! It was after that she set off to make her own version.
Pretty Poinsettia Felt Christmas Ornament
This felt Christmas ornament inspired by poinsettias was a lot of fun to make, and it was really easy too! No sewing machine required.
DIY Wood Slice Ornaments for Christmas
Using stamps on wood slice ornaments is simple, fun and a great way to decorate. Learn how to use stamps on wood slices, along with glitter and some other simple supplies!
Wood Slice Snowman Christmas Ornament
Learn how to make the cutest little Christmas ornaments using wood slices! I love their little flannel scarves. Kids will love making these too!
Vintage Christmas Shrinky Dink Ornaments
Create stunning Shrinky Dinks Christmas ornaments using artwork from vintage postcards. Learn how to make them and get the free printable Shrinky Dinks at the post!
DIY Gnome Ornaments For an Adorable Christmas
Learn how to make the cutest DIY gnome ornaments for your Christmas tree! Great for beginners and includes a free beard template.
Personalized Sled Ornaments
Grab some small wooden sleds and decorate them with paper, paint, and Mod Podge! Not only that, but these Christmas ornaments are really easy to personalize.
Family Tree Christmas Ornaments
Combine old black and white photos with some assorted metal decor items to turn them into vintage ornaments! This is made with both Mod Podge and Dimensional Magic.
Glitter Photo Ornaments
Create a gorgeous ornament gift perfect for a hostess, friend, neighbor, or family member! Topped with this ornament, a monogrammed bottle of wine and a set of painted glasses with elicit quite a few toasts.
Plaid Fabric Ornament
Celebrate the holidays with a touch of plaid! It's really easy to cover a glass ball with fabric using Mod Podge and you can learn how to do it here.
Coastal Christmas Ornaments
If you're looking for a beach vibe for Christmas, this is a perfect way to achieve it! This tutorial uses nautical scrapbook paper as well as Mod Podge.
Primitive Scrap Fabric Tree Ornaments
Crafters of all ages will enjoy creating cozy scrap fabric tree ornaments to gift or keep this holiday season. This ornament boasts irresistible texture, warmth, and color; it looks beautiful hanging on the Christmas tree or dangling from a holiday present.
DIY Wine Cork Snowman Ornaments
Make snowman tree ornaments using recycled natural wine corks, paint and fleece! These are easy to make and are perfect gifts.
Snowflake Paper Mache Ornament
Have a white Christmas with this snowflake decoration for your tree! You'll learn how to make it the easy way - plus the snowflakes glows in the dark.
Evergreen Sprig Polymer Clay Ornament
Make this evergreen sprig polymer clay ornament for your holiday decor. Great pretty farmhouse ornaments DIY for your tree or gift wrapping! Just bake and hang.
Jingle Bells Christmas Ornaments
I love jingle bells, especially pretty blue and glittery ones! Learn how to take those bells and turn them into simple DIY ornaments.
O Little Town of Bethlehem Ornament
This pretty DIY Christmas ornament is easy to make with a few simple supplies and the free O Little Town of Bethlehem printable you can get at the post.
Ready for a visual? Simply press “PLAY” in the center of the video in this post. I’d also love for you to visit these other holiday posts:
cindy cox
Saturday 10th of June 2023
i a looking for your hot chocolate cup ornement instructions using recycle toliet paper tubes that i saw last year. cannot find. could you send instructions to my email or tell me where to find theinstructions?
Amy
Tuesday 20th of June 2023
Yes Cindy! http://www.megacrafty.com/2011/12/turn-pt-tubes-into-hot-chocolate.html
Monday 16th of December 2019
These all are so cute and beautiful ornament, very easy to choose from. Thanks for the share.
Lisa
Wednesday 4th of November 2015
Awesome. Love having so many to choose from. Thank you!
Ginger Ratzlaff
Tuesday 3rd of November 2015
Thank you for compiling this wonderful list. I immediately thought of people I wanted to give these to and things I could make with my grandchild. I also thank you for thinking ahead so we can make and give some of these by Thanksgiving for those who decorate right away.
Danielle
Monday 2nd of November 2015
Just found your blog and wanted to take a moment to let you know how much I'm enjoying it. Thanks for sharing this roundup!