DIY Christmas Ornaments: 10 Easy-to-Make Tree Decorations for Kids
The holiday season is a magical time, and what better way to get kids into the festive spirit than by creating their very own Christmas ornaments? These fun, easy DIY ornament ideas are perfect for little hands and use materials you probably already have at home. Let’s dive into some creativity and make this Christmas unforgettable!
1. Popsicle Stick Snowflakes
Materials Needed: Popsicle sticks, white paint, glitter, glue
Create beautiful snowflakes by painting and gluing popsicle sticks in a snowflake shape. Add glitter for a sparkle effect, and tie a string to hang it on the tree!
2. Salt Dough Ornaments
Materials Needed: Salt, flour, water, cookie cutters, paint
Mix salt, flour, and water to make a dough. Kids can roll it out and use cookie cutters to create festive shapes like stars, trees, and hearts. Once baked and painted, these ornaments are ready to shine.
3. Cinnamon Stick Stars
Materials Needed: Cinnamon sticks, hot glue, twine, star template (optional)
Glue cinnamon sticks in the shape of a star and tie with twine for a rustic, aromatic ornament that smells like Christmas!
4. Mason Jar Lid Wreaths
Materials Needed: Mason jar lids, green yarn, red ribbon, glue, mini decorations
Wrap green yarn around a mason jar lid, then glue on mini holiday decorations. Tie a red ribbon to complete the mini wreath.
5. Paper Straw Christmas Trees
Materials Needed: Paper straws, green paint, glue, buttons, string
Paint straws green, cut them into varying lengths, and glue them onto a popsicle stick to create a tree shape. Add buttons as ornaments and a string for hanging.
6. Painted Pinecone Ornaments
Materials Needed: Pinecones, paint, glitter, ribbon
Gather pinecones, paint them white or silver, and add glitter for a snowy effect. Attach a ribbon loop to hang these on the tree.
7. Button Snowman Ornaments
Materials Needed: White buttons, black buttons, orange felt, glue, string
Glue white buttons in a row to make a snowman shape, then add black buttons for eyes, and a small orange felt piece for the nose.
8. Beaded Candy Canes
Materials Needed: Red and white beads, pipe cleaners
Thread red and white beads onto a pipe cleaner and bend it into a candy cane shape. Simple but classic!
9. Felt Reindeer Ornaments
Materials Needed: Brown felt, googly eyes, red pom-poms, ribbon, glue
Cut reindeer shapes from brown felt and add googly eyes and red pom-poms for the nose. Glue on a ribbon loop to hang.
10. Glittery Pine Needle Stars
Materials Needed: Pine needles, glue, glitter, ribbon
Arrange pine needles in a star shape and glue them together. Once dry, add glitter and a ribbon loop for a natural yet sparkly touch.
Tips for Making Christmas Ornaments with Kids
- Safety First: Use non-toxic paint and glue, and supervise younger kids with scissors and small parts.
- Get Creative: Let kids add their own flair with colors, buttons, and extra sparkle.
- Preserve the Ornaments: Add a clear varnish or sealant to make them last for years.
Creating homemade ornaments is a wonderful way to bring the family together and make memories that will hang on the tree for years to come. Happy crafting!
