Homemade Christmas Decorations You'll Love

Learn how to make homemade Christmas decorations with these 50+ ideas! These unique projects work for all skill levels and decor styles.

It’s almost December my friends, and you know what that means. That means if you’ve been playing around and not getting out your Christmas decor, it’s time.

I don’t know what you decorate, but I like to do the front entryway, walls, front door, mantel . . . and some of the bookcases.

I know that sounds like a lot, but the Christmas crafts are kind of commingled amongst all the regular home decor.

I’m not one of those people who packs all the daily stuff away. Are you one of those people? I guess it depends on how much decorating you do.

The thing is, I really do love making homemade Christmas decorations, so I add new things every year.

So what I’m saying is that eventually my space is going to be overwhelmed. I guess we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it!

Why think about it today when we can think about it next Christmas? Scarlett O’Hara was a dang genius.

Anyhoo, I’m really excited to share some of my favorite handmade holiday decor picks for the year.

This year I’ve gone with a gold and white fur theme in the front entryway, but that isn’t consistent around my home.

SO you’re going to get ideas for a lot of themes – farmhouse, modern, vintage, etc. – as well as for a variety of skill levels.

I’ll be honest though, these projects aren’t hard. Just take your time and let me know if you have any questions.

Happy holidays and happy crafting!

DIY Christmas Village

Learn how to make a Christmas village the easiest way possible! The perfect addition to your holiday decor.

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Epsom Salt Snowman Votive for Winter

Celebrate winter indoors with a unique snowman craft – make this cute votive made with epsom salt and Mod Podge! Very easy winter decor.

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Steve Carrell

This Candy Cane Centerpiece is SO Easy to Make!

Looking for the perfect decor for your holiday table? This candy cane centerpiece using a vase is a great budget friendly DIY project!

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Steve Carrell

DIY Christmas Topiary with Santa Hats

Use mini Santa hats and glass vases to create this cute and festive DIY Christmas topiary! This will look amazing on your holiday table.

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How to Make Giant Christmas Candles

Turns out that really long mailing tubes are really useful for Christmas decorating, in addition to shipping! This is a cute idea, and I wonder if you could do it with pool noodles too.

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Frosted Luminaries with Faux “Snow”!

Use textured epsom salt and Mod Podge to make these gorgeous mason jar Christmas luminaries! These are easy and so pretty for winter.

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Decoupage Wood Trees with Book Pages

Transform wood trees into sparkly decor by Mod Podging them with painted book pages! These shimmering creations make an ideal addition to your mantel or table display.

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Painted wood gnome for your Christmas decor

Wood Gnome Christmas Decor

Learn how to make this DIY gnome wood Christmas decor using paint and Mod Podge! An easy and colorful project for the holiday.

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Farmhouse Christmas Door Decor

Learn how to make this Christmas door decor using buffalo plaid Duck Tape! This NOEL door hanging is super cute and easy.

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DIY Giant Jingle Bells

An amazing DIY tutorial for how to make giant jingle bells for Christmas. You can use them to decorate in a variety of ways!

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Decorative Christmas Boxes For Your Home

These decorative Christmas boxes are easy to make for your home using scrapbook papers! This cute DIY project looks like a Christmas tree.

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DIY Merry Christmas Decor

Learn how to make this unique Merry sign with a wood plaque, paper mache letters, and other simple supplies. It's great for displaying on a holiday mantel!

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Christmas Tree Mantel Decor

Decorate wood Christmas trees with napkins and faux snow for your holiday mantel! These are easy Christmas home decor.

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Decorate a Dollar Tree Wood Star for Christmas

Decorate a Wood Star for Christmas

Learn how to decorate a Dollar Tree wood star for the Christmas season! You can hang this on the wall or prop it up on the mantel.

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JOY Christmas Plaque

Make a small wood Christmas sign with JOY letters, a sparkly gold frame, and festive plaid paper. This is an easy DIY to add to your Christmas decor

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Paula Campbell

How to Make a Cookie Cutter Wreath

Head to the Dollar Tree during the holidays and grab some cookie cutters and scrapbook paper – then make a cute wreath! I have so many papers that would be fun for this project.

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Melissa Mortenson

Candy Cane Marquee Letters

Marquees are always popular, and you can make your own for holiday decorating (with a candy cane theme) using paper mache letters.

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Upcycled Santa Coffee Can Craft

This cute Santa display is perfect either indoors or out! All you need is an empty coffee can, an old belt, and some paint and glitter. It works well for a Christmas centerpiece.

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Mason Jar Snowman

Make a canning jar snowman using simple supplies! This is a perfect Christmas craft to use for gifts or decor.

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Easy NOEL Letters Christmas Wall Hanging

Use Mod Podge and cool Christmas scrapbook papers to decorate NOEL letters! Use wood letters from the craft store – this is SO easy and cute.

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Steve Carrell

DIY Ribbon Wreath in Three Easy Steps!

Learn how to make a DIY ribbon wreath in three simple steps! This is a very easy craft for Christmas decorating or any time of year.

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Farmhouse Christmas Sign

Learn how to make this farmhouse style Christmas sign using Mod Podge and a few other basic craft materials.

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Christmas Countdown Chalkboard

Count down to the season of giving with this handcrafted chalkboard countdown, a charming addition to your festive decor.

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No-Build Pallet Wood Christmas Trees

Either buy a pallet wood style tree or make your own with scrap wood! This cute reclaimed wood tree is lighted and can be painted cute colors.

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Steve Carrell

Pom Pom Christmas Garland To Decorate for the Holidays

Learn how to make a pom pom Christmas garland to decorate your holiday home! This is SO easy to make, even for beginning crafters.

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Chalkboard Trees

Learn how to make a chalkboard Christmas tree display using paint and unfinished wood trees! Great for a holiday mantel.

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Steve Carrell

Candy Cane Mesh Wreath

Learn how to make this a candy cane mesh wreath the easiest way possible! This candy cane deco mesh wreath is perfect for your Christmas decor.

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Christmas Door Hanger

Decorate an unfinished wood door hanger with napkins and embellishments in this easy DIY! Looks great with Christmas decor.

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Ashlee Park

DIY Vintage Tablecloth Covered Christmas Lampshade

There are tons of Christmas linens at the thrift store, and lampshades are so easy to cover and upcycle into something fabulous! Combine the two with some pom pom trim and you're going to love your new stylish holiday lamp.

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Steve Carrell

DIY Christmas Gnomes

Make these DIY Christmas gnomes using simple supplies from the craft store! These are perfect for decorating a mantel or table for the holidays. This is a great project for both kids and adults.

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Steve Carrell

Christmas Apothecary Jars on a Budget!

Create DIY Christmas apothecary jars to hold holiday candy using dollar store supplies! This holiday craft is easy and budget friendly.

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Make a DIY Stocking Holder for Christmas

If you don't have a fireplace, it's okay! You can still have a DIY stocking holder for Christmas . . . just make it with Mod Podge.

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Upcycled Baking Pan Christmas Wreath

Grab a pizza pan from the dollar store and turn it into a unique painted "wreath" with some multisurface craft paint. This is perfect because it's also weather friendly.

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DIY Shag Tree Pillow

This beautiful shag tree pillow was inspired by a colorful yarn tree pillow sold at World Market. But why buy when you can DIY?

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Natalie Wright

DIY Christmas Banner

Add a little vintage holiday flair to your decorating with this easy DIY Christmas banner – all you need are a few simple supplies!

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Vintage Christmas Trees Sign

You can make this unique sign with Mod Podge! It's not only easy to do, but there's free artwork available as well.

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How to Make DIY Faux Birch Logs

Learn how to make fake or faux birch logs to decorate around the holidays using pool noodles. Keep in front of the fireplace when not in use!

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How to Make Mini Wooden Houses with Scrap Wood

Learn how to make adorable mini wooden houses from scrap wood. It's the perfect way to style a Christmas cloche or mantel with DIY decor!

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Decorate a Paper Mache Tree for Christmas

Decorate a paper mache tree for the holiday season! This Christmas tree was made with doilies, paint, and Mod Podge. It's REALLY easy!

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DIY Faux Antique Brass Bells

These DIY faux antique brass bells are absolutely amazing! We’ll show you how to get this look on any metal bell, and you’ll love how easy it is.

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Christmas Magnets

Learn how to make DIY Christmas magnets with wood slices. Perfect for stocking stuffers or hostess gifts.

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How to make Christmas lights with ping pong balls

DIY Christmas Lights

Learn how to make these DIY Christmas light decorations using ping pong balls. Add glitter – so pretty!

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DIY Christmas Mantel Decorations

These DIY Christmas mantel decorations are not only easy to make, but they're striking to look at! So easy that both kids and adults can make them.

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DIY Glitter Succulent Planters

If you're looking for a simple way to decorate for the holidays, these succulents are a good option. Decorate flower pots with some paint and glitter to spice up your space.

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It's so easy to make this pretty yarn wrapped Christmas tree decor for the holidays - these will look perfect on your mantel!

Yarn Christmas Tree

Learn how to make a yarn wrapped Christmas tree with Mod Podge. This easy project is perfect for a holiday mantel.

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Wood Christmas Ornament Decor

Learn how to decorate a wooden ornament sign from the Dollar Tree and turn it into unique Christmas decor.

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Peace Wood Decor

Decorate a wood word from the Dollar Tree to create this unique peace sign! It's easy to do with Mod Podge and other supplies.

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Christmas Block for a Hand Painted Holiday

Make simple and pretty holiday decor with this painted DIY Christmas block project! Use my free pattern to decorate your wood block. Get it here!

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Easy Wood Bead Wired Christmas Tree

Recently I saw a wire tree with beads and fell in love! Here you'll get the easy steps of creating your own wood bead wired Christmas tree.

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Bottle Brush Mason Jar Candles

Make these adorable bottle brush mason jar candles for your holiday table in just a few minutes and with a few simple supplies!

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Wine Glass Snow Globe Candle Holders

Have you ever thought of using a wine glass as a snowglobe? Me either! This is a cute Christmas craft for adults that doubles as a candle holder.

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Mason Jar Snow Globes

Everyone will love these precious handmade snow globes made with mason jars and Mod Podge. It a perfect conversation starter to put on your mantel or any other area of your home!

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DIY Christmas tree centerpiece with faux snow, ornaments, and small packages

Christmas Tree Centerpiece with Vintage Style

I've been imagining this vintage style Christmas tree centerpiece for weeks, and finally found time to try it! You'll love these trees.

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Oversized Holly and Berry Garland

If you're looking to go big or go home with your homemade Christmas decorations, this holly is the way to go! You'll use large paper and a simple technique for cutting everything out.

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Mason Jar Christmas Vase for Farmhouse Decor

Learn how to make a mason jar Christmas vase by painting on glass! This is way easier than you think – and we've included a free pattern too.

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DIY Christmas Bowl Makes a Cool Centerpiece

Learn to make a DIY bowl with newspaper and fabric! This is a perfect easy Christmas centerpiece. Fill it with pine cones to display.

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DIY Cinnamon Salt Dough Gingerbread House

This DIY cinnamon salt dough gingerbread house will make your home smell amazing and is a beautiful keepsake that you can decorate your house with year after year.

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Decoupage Wine Bottle Christmas Craft

Use Mod Podge and wrapping paper to create this unique wine bottle Christmas craft! This is the perfect budget friendly holiday project.

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DIY Gingerbread Man Candles

Learn how to make gingerbread scented candles from upcycled Starbucks Frappuccino bottles. Not only are they great for handmade gifts, but they are perfect for decorating.

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This Kids’ Christmas Photo Frame Is a Wreath

Learn how to make a Christmas photo frame using puzzle pieces. Such a fun kids' craft for the holidays, and it looks like a wreath.

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Use vintage Christmas wrapping paper and Mod Podge to decoupage pretty holiday candles and little matchbooks. These are so easy to make!

Make Vintage Christmas Candles for Decor

Use wrapping paper and Mod Podge to decoupage pretty vintage Christmas candles and little matchbooks. These are so easy to make!

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Santa Mason Jar for Christmas Gifts or Decor

A Santa mason jar makes a perfect Christmas gift or holiday decor! Learn how to do this easy project with basic supplies from the craft store.

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Santa’s Hot Air Balloon Christmas Decor

Learn to make Santa's hot air balloon for a cute addition to your Christmas decor! This is easy to do with a paper lantern and Mod Podge.

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Snowman Advent Calendar

Learn how to make a wooden advent calendar using simple craft store supplies!

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If you enjoyed this handmade Christmas decor, I’d love for you to check out these other unique posts. ALso don’t forget to let me know your holiday decorating secrets in the comments. Merry Christmas!