A fun collection of Creative Christmas decorations and Holiday crafts for adults to make, keep and give away as unique gifts
The Holidays are once again fast approaching and this being the year 2020, many of us are still limited in our outside activities. What better way to keep busy than with Christmas Crafting?
Each year, my friends and family get together for a crafting afternoon. We make a wide variety of things from Christmas Ornaments and cards to handmade gifts.
This list of holiday crafts and decorations has a little bit for everybody.
You will find a few farmhouse style decor ideas such as a deer head sign and a barnwood wreath as well as fun Scandinavian Christmas Gnomes and an old world style advent calendar.
Plus, there are also some Christmas craft ideas for the kids so don’t miss those projects.
Note: Don’t forget to bookmark this page! I add to this list every year as I find more creative ideas.
I hope you enjoy this fun collection of handmade Christmas decorations and craft ideas. It will be updated yearly so make sure and check back often.
Also, don’t miss these unique Christmas Ornament Ideas, DIY Christmas Holiday Wreaths and Creative DIY Gift Wrap and Tag Ideas
Popular Supplies:
- Christmas Greenery
- Holiday themed Washi Tape
- Wreath Forms
- Glass Ornaments
- Wood Craft Ornaments
- Chalkboard Paint
Our Collection of Creative Handmade Christmas Decor and Crafts
1. Joy Faux Barn Wood Christmas Sign
by Creative Green Living
This farmhouse style Christmas wreath would look perfect over the mantel
2. Paper & Washi Tape Christmas Trees
by Burlap And Blue
These super cute Washi Tape Trees are a great craft project for kids
3. How to Sew a Pom Pom Tree Skirt
by Swoodson Says
Easy tutorial for sewing a tree skirt. No pattern required
4. Easy Alcohol Ink Christmas Ornaments
by FiberArtsy
These ornaments look complicated but they are actually super easy to make with just glass ball ornaments and Alcohol Inks.
No two ornaments are ever alike!
Note …these also make a great DIY hostess or teacher’s gift
5. DIY Holiday Snow Globes
by Boulder Locavore
Who doesn’t love a cute snow globe? Learn how to make your own!
“An enchanting, whimsical world where snow can be conjured with a little shake”
6. How to Decorate a Christmas Tree like a Pro
by Down Redbud Drive
This great tutorial shows you step by step how to decorate your tree
7. Origami Christmas Tree Craft
by Red Ted Art
These paper Christmas trees are fun for kids to make, too!
8. How to make a Primitive Peppermint Snowman Candle
by Pink Fortitude
Homemade candles are a must have for any Holiday home.
9. Christmas Wreath made with Ball Ornaments
by FiberArtsy
Super easy way to make a unique and colorful wreath with shatterproof ball ornaments.
10. Felt Christmas Tree Centerpiece
by Crafts By Amanda
This cute little forest of felt trees would look great on the mantel or the Christmas dinner table.
11. DIY Snow Globe Soap Pump Dispenser
by Creative Green Living
Decorate your bathroom for the Holidays with this fun soap dispenser.
12. Wooden Christmas Tree Decor
by Crayons & Cravings
This super cute wood Christmas tree decor look would dress up any entryway.
13. Polish Christmas Cookie Recipe
by Recipes From A Pantry
Pierniczki świąteczne, or Polish Christmas cookies, are not just for eating but they also make wonderful ornaments and edible gifts.
14. Handmade Sweater Christmas Stocking
by FiberArtsy
Upcycle and repurpose your old, favorite sweaters into fun handmade Christmas Stockings to hang on the mantle.
15. Easy Christmas Wall Decoration
by Burlap and Blue
“May Your Days Be Merry & Bright”
All you have to do is frame this free printable and hang it for an easy Christmas decor.
16. Christmas Sugar Scrub Recipe
by Meraki Mother
Sugar Scrubs made wonderful, quick DIY Christmas Gifts
17. DIY Frosted Candle Holder
by A Mom’s Take
Frosted glass makes a perfect decor not only for the Christmas holidays but for the whole Winter season.
18. Gingerbread Village Mantle Decor
by Tikkido
This super cute Christmas Village is made with gingerbread and the houses double as candle holders!
19. Cranberry Evergreen Holiday Jars
by Mama Cheaps
Honestly, my absolute favorite Christmas decorations use all natural materials like cranberries and pine bows or needles.
20. Snowflake Stenciled Tea Towels
by FiberArtsy
Dress up your kitchen with these fun snowflake tea towels. Change it up by stenciling with Christmas trees, Snowmen, Reindeer or Stars. (Great DIY Gift Idea!)
21. DIY Wood Christmas Stocking Hanger
by A Mom’s Take
Here is a great idea if you don’t happen to have a mantel to hang your Christmas Stockings.
Simply take a wooden box, add some hangers and fill it with pinecones, burlap and Christmas ornaments
22. Cheerful Christmas Holiday Entry Decor
by Life On Summer Hill
Make your home’s entry extra special and inviting for the Holidays. This is not technically a DIY Christmas craft but it shows you how to put your crafts and decor together to make a lovely entryway.
23. Christmas Gnomes
by Vintage Kitty
These fun Gnomes will make great gift tags or tree ornaments. They are also a perfect craft for kids, too. All you need is Holiday themed paper and some glue.
24. Faux Christmas Chalkboard
by Lemon Thistle
Add a farmhouse touch to your Holiday decor with these faux chalkboards.
25. DIY Coastal Glitter Christmas Trees
by Crafts By Courtney
You don’t have to live at the beach to enjoy these glamorous Christmas tree decorations.
26. DIY Wool Christmas Wreath
by FiberArtsy
These Wool Christmas Wreaths add a warm touch to your home decor.
27. Farmhouse Style Christmas Sign
by Crafts By Courtney
Here is how you can make this fun Farmhouse Deer Christmas sign. The design is cut with a XActo Knife, too.
28. DIY Countdown Advent Calendar
by Chicken Scratch NY
Advent Calendars are the perfect Christmas craft idea and you will be able to use this perpetual Advent Calendar year to year. Change the colors to match your home decor.
29. Scandinavian Gnomes
by Ruffles And Rainboots
Place these adorable Gnomes on your mantel or hang them as ornaments!
30. DIY Wine Bottle Sleeve
by FiberArtsy
Find out how easy it is to make your own Wine Bottle Gift Bags from an old sweater
31. Sea Glass DIY Christmas Tree
by Down Red Bud Lane
I love love love this beachy themed Christmas tree! What a unique idea
32. Easy DIY Christmas Reed Diffusers
by Craft Invaders
Nothing puts you in the Christmas spirit like the scents of pine, cinnamon or gingerbread.
Why not make your own diffusers to match the Holiday season? All you need are some jars, diffusers and essential oils.
33. Rustic Flannel Christmas Tree Craft
by Down Red Bud Lane
Take a simple foam tree and an old flannel shirt and you can make a rustic Christmas Tree in no time!
34. Homemade Twig Christmas Tree Wall Decor
by Simple Parenting
Why spend a bunch of money on Holiday decorations when the homemade ones are always the most special?
This minimal, rustic Christmas tree looks wonderful decorated with homemade children’s ornaments and crafts.
35. Homemade Gingerbread Christmas Tree Decor
by Lovely Indeed
There is nothing quite like making your own gingerbread … the wonderful smells that fill your house!
And you can get the kids involved in making these super cute gingerbread trees.
36. Salt Crystal Christmas Snowflakes
by Go Science Kids
Now, here is a perfect kids Christmas craft idea … Salt Crystal Snowflakes! You can teach them science and paper crafts all at the same time.
37. DIY Mason Jar Holiday Table Centerpieces
by Single Girl’s DIY
Mason Jars are the quintessential DIY decor item and these will look lovely on your Christmas morning breakfast table.
38. Rustic ‘Home for the Holidays’ Sign
by Single Girl’s DIY
This welcome sign is actually very easy to make with some craft plywood, a 
