The tree is the centrepiece of holiday cheer, and having it shine brightly is always special. It gets even better when it’s adorned with your own handcrafted decorations.
DIY decorations are the ideal approach if you’re trying to involve the children in a creative and entertaining way. These ideas will personalise your tree while being simple to create. And, why not save some time this season with Christmas tree delivery?
As the tree arrives right at your door, you can concentrate on the enjoyable aspects like making decorations. Let’s explore some basic yet beautiful ornament ideas that will unite your family and produce memories to treasure.
1. Salt Dough Ornaments
Salt dough ornaments are a classic, for good reason. Children love shaping the dough into interesting forms, as they are quite simple to create.
The ingredients list for making this dough is pretty short. You only need to get flour, water, and salt.
Combine them and roll out the dough. Then, cut out stars, bells, or gingerbread men using cookie cutters. Don’t forget to create a tiny hole at the top for hanging the ornament.
After they have been baked in the oven until firm, the real fun starts with decorating. To make every ornament a distinctive work of art, get some paint, glitter, and ribbons.
Along with looking great on your tree, these salt dough decorations can last for years. They are often a lovely reminder of family fun.
2. Pinecone Christmas Trees
Pinecones are ideal for holiday projects. Nature offers some of the best building supplies. Using some paint, glitter, and small pompoms, you can turn them into little Christmas trees.
Your kids will enjoy colouring the pinecones green. They would love adding their own unique touches with glue and embellishments as well.
They can also arrange them around your tree in a perfectly rustic form or use them as lovely table decorations.
It’s a fantastic way to bring some of the outdoors inside. Your house will look like a winter wonderland, with a freshly delivered tree and DIY pinecone decorations.
3. Paper Snowflakes
Everybody loves creating paper snowflakes. Even the young crafters will appreciate this simple and mess-free project.
All you need are scissors and white paper. After folding a sheet of paper into a triangle, let the children cut out tiny shapes along the margins.
When you unfurl the paper, you’ll have a lovely snowflake. For embellishment, glitter glue or metallic markers will help these ornaments stand out. String them with some yarn, and your tree will shimmer with icy splendour.
This tradition can also become a beautiful ritual, whereby you can add a fresh snowflake each year and create a memorable collection.
4. Pom-Pom Garland
Try creating a pom-pom garland if you want something bright and whimsical.
It is as straightforward as it sounds. Gather some yarn in various colours, and help the children create pom-poms with a fork or pom-pom maker. Once you have a decent assortment, tie them together.
Your tree will gain a playful, pleasant accent from this soft and fluffy garland. You can combine the colours to fit your theme or follow traditional Christmas colours. You cannot go wrong with the white, green, and red theme.
These garlands are reusable, so from now on, you can use them every year.
5. Cinnamon Stick Ornaments
Cinnamon sticks are the best decorations for a Christmas tree that smells as lovely as it looks.
Tie a few cinnamon sticks together with a ribbon. You can also add a sprig of holly or a little bell. Alternatively, glue small artificial leaves and decorate with tiny ornaments or stars using the cinnamon sticks as a base. You can thus create charming little Christmas trees.
These decorations give your tree a natural, homey atmosphere and permeate your house with that familiar holiday scent.
If you have your Christmas tree delivered, you will adore the mix of fresh pine and hot cinnamon, a fragrance that captures the essence of Christmas.
6. Beaded Candy Canes
The little hands would love making beaded candy cane decorations. It is an amazing craft that doesn’t leave a mess.
You only need red and white beads, plus some pipe cleaners. After twisting the pipe cleaner into a candy cane form, let the children thread beads onto it. Encourage them to use different colours as they work.
This basic activity develops fine motor skills and produces a brilliant ornament for your tree. You can hang them directly on the branches or as a garland. Either way, they will definitely be popular.
7. Felt Gingerbread Men
Gingerbread men are wonderful decorations. And a delicious snack!
This ornament requires brown felt, fabric glue, and some imagination. With these simple ingredients, you and the children can get to work. You can create a batch of gingerbread men that look decent enough for eating.
Cut out gingerbread forms, and then add faces, clothing, and accessories. You can do that using fabric paint, buttons, and ribbons.
If you are clever with hand sewing, you can create a three-dimensional figure. Stitch the edges together and stuff it with cotton.
These felt gingerbread men will add a whimsical element to your tree. Given their soft, indestructible nature, they are ideal for small children or dogs.
8. Handprint Ornaments
Capture a unique memory with handprint decorations. Your child’s hand, a rolling pin, and some air-dry clay or salt dough are all you need. Press your little one’s hand into the rolled out dough, and simply let it dry.
Once it’s hardened, paint the handprint, and then add a ribbon for hanging. These handprint ornaments are sentimental as much as they are lovely. You will have small trinkets to remember as your children develop.
Every time you hang them on the tree, you will grin at the amazing mementoes they are.
9. Button Wreath Ornaments
Make button wreaths for a quick and easy activity. Along with some floral wire, collect an assortment of green buttons in various tones and sizes.
As the children thread the buttons onto the wire, help them create a little circle to form a wreath. To cap it off, add a small bow or a crimson ribbon.
These basic but sophisticated button wreaths will give your tree a lovely handcrafted look. They also give purpose to any extra buttons you probably have lying about.
10. Glitter Pinecones
Another fun use for pinecones is to cover them in glitter for a bit of sparkle.
Start by brushing some craft glue onto the pinecones and let the kids sprinkle them with glitter. Shake off the excess, and tie a piece of string or ribbon around the top once they are completely dry.
These glittery pine cones catch the light beautifully and add a touch of glamour to your tree. They’re an easy project that yields stunning results. Shimmery pinecones are perfect for an afternoon of crafting with the kids.
Making your own ornaments is a wonderful way to get the whole family involved in holiday preparations.
Every handcrafted decoration weaves together a story, a memory, and a touch of love. This is something store-bought decorations just can’t match. And here are some tips on how to store your DIY ornaments during the rest of the year.
Gather your materials, get the kids excited, and start crafting. This Christmas will be unforgettable with a tree delivered right to your door and adorned with your own unique creations.