Our Favorite Homemade Ornaments

Every year for almost a decade now my friend and I set aside one night in December to make a Christmas craft. Homemade ornaments are always a favorite for us so I thought I’d gather some ideas from around the web for all of you! From paint or embroidery to paper quilling and hot glueing we’ve covered all the homemade ornaments skill levels. I hope you find something that peaks your interest and that you gather a friend or a neighbor and start a Christmas craft tradition of your own. Happy Crafting!

Cinnamon stick ornament in the shape of a star, hanging in a pine tree. — Courtesy of Camille Styles

The scents that come along with the holidays are nearly as magical as the sights. This homemade ornament has cinnamon as well as cloves. This in combination with the fresh smell of your tree? I bet it smells heavenly.

Homemade Mud cloth style ornaments in the shape of an ornament, star and winter hat, hung on pieces of twine. — Courtesy of The Beauty Dojo

Mud Cloth has such a unique look and Andrea from the Beauty Dojo has a great tutorial for these customizable cuties over on her blog.

Wooden narwal paint your own ornament kit with paints and a brush. — Courtesy of Etsy

For those of us that prefer to just add color. This narwal ornament leaves the painting to your imagination. This would also make a GREAT stocking stuffer!

Set of 6 square embroidered ornaments with cats and dogs on the front next to a small wax candle tree. — Courtesy of Etsy

Here is another fun “follow the leader” craft. These funky designs of cats and dogs make for fun embroidery project.

Smalle present wrapped in Kraft paper topped with white string and an ornate paper snowflake surrounded by teal accents, vintage frame, pinecone and golden ornaments. — Courtesy of Giochi di Carta

Hoping for a low-cost craft that won’t drag you out to craft store during the holiday rush? This stunning craft could be hung around the house, on the tree or used as wrapping flare as shown here. Paper, string and scissors… you’ve can find all that in the junk drawer.

Homemade ornament that looks like a blue mug filled with cocoa and marshmallows hanging from a Christmas tree. — Courtesy of Comfy Dwelling

Try your hand at a felt creation. We found lots of cute felt ornament ideas here but this little cocoa mug was out favorite!

Wooden dissection topped with minimalist wooden bead ornaments. — Courtesy of Etsy

We loved these minimalist wooden bead ornaments as a place to gather inspiration. This could be a very simple DIY craft. If you’d prefer your own palette or something more traditionally Christmas you could paint them red and green or even make them blue and white for Hanukkah!