Between buying presents for loved ones and planning your holiday menu, decking the halls can easily fall off the to-do list. But a little creative crafting can put your home in the festive spirit without breaking the bank. These christmas decor homemade ideas are easy enough for kids (or even toddlers) to make and will give your home a warm, holiday glow that lasts all season long.
Turn a simple birch branch into an ornament that brings a touch of nature to your tree and looks like it was picked up from the woods. Just use a few rubber stamps, a wire hanger, and ribbon embellishment to create this rustic winter decoration.
If you can’t afford to get a real tree this year, transform an upcycled glass jar into a snow globe that will look just as stunning with fake snow as it does with battery-operated mini LED string lights. Plus, you can reuse the jar later as a vase for fresh greenery or flowers.
Add a festive, Scandinavian feel to your mantel with these handmade wooden Dala horse ornaments. Just use a cookie cutter in the shape you want, air dry clay, and a black magic marker to craft these charming decorations.
Make a decorative wreath from evergreen branches and pine cones for a natural look on your banister or mantel. This easy DIY is great for kids to help with because it can be made using a variety of things from the yard or around the house, including branches, twigs, berries, pinecones, and slices of citrus.