Best DIY Christmas Ideas for Decor, Tablescapes, Gifts and Games
If you’re looking for some Christmas inspiration, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve got more than 50 of the best DIY Christmas ideas from bloggers across the country.
From DIY ornaments to Christmas home decor, and DIY Christmas games to the best recipes, there’s a little bit of everything. So you’re sure to find a few holiday projects you love.
A few years ago, Shirley from Intelligent Domestications took on the challenge of organizing a Christmas blog hop. Over 50 bloggers posted DIY Christmas ideas for 12 days with her 4th Annual 12 Days of Christmas event.
That’s a lot of Christmas inspiration in a short period of time!
Each day had its own Christmas theme, starting with this huge list of DIY Christmas ideas.
(If you’re interested, you can find links to all the rest of the days at the bottom of the page.)
Now lets get on with our Christmas inspiration!
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DIY Christmas ornament ideas
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DIY Christmas ornaments are one of the easiest ways to add the holiday spirit to your home.
And we have all kinds of options for you to try.
DIY Vintage Farmhouse Style Baking Tin Ornaments @Northern Feeling
Santa Shell Ornament @Across The Blvd. (no longer available)
DIY Glitter Christmas Ornaments @Create & Babble
Wire Angel Ornaments @Adventures Of A DIY Mom
Baking soda gingerbread ornaments @My Pinterventures
Gingerbread man ornament from a clay pot @Shoppe No. 5 (Tutorial no longer available)
Recycled Little Golden Book Ornaments @Little Cottage Living
Farmhouse Christmas Tree Ornament with Mod Podge @Grandma’s House DIY
DIY ‘Knit’ Christmas Ornaments @Domestic Deadline
Prairie Point Star Ornament @Supermom No Cape
No Sew Quilted Ornament @This Autoimmune Life
Christmas tree decorations
Now that you have all of your ornaments, you’re ready to decorate the rest of your tree.
Which is where these DIY tree decorations come in handy.
Poinsettia Tree Skirt @Purple Hues & Me
Buffalo Check Christmas Tree @Weekend Craft
DIY Star Garland @Pretty DIY Home
DIY Christmas trees
If you want to make a tree to add to your holiday decor, then one of these DIY ideas may be just what you’re looking for.
Layered Ribbon Trees @Sparkle Living
Hand Painted Christmas Tree Sign @Domestically Creative
Under $3 DIY Flocked Christmas Tree @Meegan Makes
Homemade Christmas home decor ideas
Next, we have a whole bunch of homemade Christmas decor ideas.
From DIY Christmas signs to cushions and wreaths, there are lots of options to choose from.
So get ready to be inspired!
Rustic Entryway Holiday Home Tour @North Country Nest
Christmas Ornament Pallet Sign @Creative Ramblings
Winter Snowflake Wreath From Puzzle Pieces @Dazzle While Frazzled
How To Make A Simple Christmas Bow @The Aspiring Home
Crochet & Cross Stitch Snowman Pillow @The Inspiration Vault
DIY Spray Painted Christmas Pillows @A Wonderful Thought
How To Fill Outdoor Planters for The Holidays @Interior Frugalista
How To Create A Hot Cocoa Bar @My Family Thyme
DIY Nativity Shadowboxes @A Princess and Her Pirates
Winter window boxes @Gardener’s Oasis
You can find even more DIY Christmas decor ideas HERE.
DIY Christmas table decorations Ideas
Spruce up your holiday table with these DIY vases, candle holders and other table decor ideas.
Dollar Tree Christmas Candleholders @The Latina Next Door
Magical Snowflake Mason Jar Candle Holders (Free Template) @Craftify My Love
Cozy Christmas Tablescape @Our Crafty Mom
Candy Cane Christmas Centerpiece @Entertaining Diva
DIY Santa wine glasses @Entertaining Diva
North Pole Christmas Table for Kids @Cookies, Coffee & Crafts
Gift tags and printables
For a fun and inexpensive way to celebrate the holidays, try one of these free printable tags or signs.
Holiday Gift Wrap On A Budget (Printable Gift Tags) @Happily Ever After
Vintage Button Snowman Christmas Tags @Raggedy Bits
Dear Santa Letter Free Printable @An Alli Event
Nine Free Holiday Printables @Farm Girl Reformed
Printable Christmas gift tags @From House To Home
Homemade gift ideas
These easy projects make the perfect DIY Christmas gifts.
ZGallerie-inspired candle holders (plus 24 other DIY gift ideas) @Entertaining Diva
Crochet Reindeer Christmas Scarf @Sew Crafty Crochet
DIY Photo Holder Gift @The Moments At Home
Non Candy Stocking Stuffers @That Fit Fam
DIY Christmas games
If you’re looking for something fun to do at your Christmas party, these Christmas games will get everyone involved.
Grinch Bingo @Entertaining Diva
Gift Passing Game @Polka Dot Poplars
The Reindeer Antler Game (+ 2 more) @Intelligent Domestications
Printable Christmas Scattergories Game @DIY Adulation
Christmas Party Group Game @Blowing Away Out West
Christmas Movie Trivia Quiz @Creative Cynchronicity
Christmas treats recipes
For a sweet treat to serve around the holidays, this list of Christmas recipes can’t be beat.
Or box them up and make them into food gifts for your friends and family.
Ganache Hot Cocoa @Chef Sarah Elizabeth
White Chocolate Glaze Gingerbread Biscotti @Christmas Tree Lane
The Best Gingerbread House Recipe @Tikkido
German Gingerbread Cookies @Cooking With Carlee
Peppermint fudge balls @Entertaining Diva
Lemon cream cheese cookies @Entertaining Diva
Decorated angel sugar cookies @Entertaining Diva
Thimble shortbread cookies @Entertaining Diva
A Simple Elf Breakfast @Glitter On A Dime
That’s it for our DIY Christmas ideas. Hopefully, you’ve found some inspiration for your holiday decorations.
Now read on to get even more Christmas inspiration.
The 12 days of Christmas ideas
Here are the links to all 12 days, so be sure to check out all of the great ideas.
Note: Since I didn’t participate in all 12 days, some of these links will open on intelligentdomestications.com.
- Day 1: DIY Christmas wreaths
- Day 2: Handmade gifts
- Day 3: Christmas countdown calendar
- Day 4: Kids Christmas crafts
- Day 5: Party food
- Day 6: DIY Christmas ornaments
- Day 7: Christmas home decor
- Day 8: Christmas in a jar
- Day 9: Pretty presents
- Day 10: Christmas tree decor ideas
- Day 11: Sweet treats
- Day 12: Stocking ideas
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This post was originally published on November 18, 2018 but was updated with new content on May 26, 2023.