DIY decorations for Christmas

Discover the top DIY Christmas home décor ideas to bring in the festive cheer.

Are you spending all of your money on expensive Christmas decor items? Well, this year, you can save that money for better things. We have listed top DIY decorations for Christmas that are easy to make at home and cheaper than any shop-bought decor items.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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See also: Christmas home décor tips, for compact homes

 

List of top DIY decorations for Christmas

Check out this list of the best DIY Christmas decorations for home.

Snowman 

Snowman

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You can use wools of cotton placed on top of each other and make a snowman at home as part of the home decor.

Candy sticks

Lollypop

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You can use a sheet of plastic and roll it to make a lollypop. Add a stick below and set it up with a bow.

 

Gingerbread man

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You can use cut outs on Gingerbread man and Gingerbread woman and place it as part of your Xmas decor.

Xmas tree

Xmas tree

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You can place triangular cardboard boxes to make a Xmas tree.

Xmas tree on the wall 

Xmas tree on wall

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You can use a streamer to make a Xmas tree on the wall if you have space constraints.

Joystick candy

Joy stick

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You can use foam to make joystick candy.

Xmas tree curtain

Xmas tree wall hanging

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You can make small cut outs of xmas and make a curtain out of it.

Gift boxes

Gift Boxes

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You can place huge gift boxes with light filled in it.

Christmas garland streamer

Christmas garland streamer

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You can take a jute rope and add 3D oregano Christmas trees and make a beautiful garden.

Christmas collage

Christmas photo collage

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 Arrange all the family photos and line it up with fairy lights to give a Christmas tree decor.

Snow decoration using cotton balls

Snow decoration

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You can make snow hangers using balls of cotton that are attached to white strings of thread.

Drawing room decor

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You can use ornaments in red, white and green with green and silver streamers as part of the living room decor.

Candle decoration

The cheapest yet most gorgeous Christmas decorations are candles. Candle decoration can be done by anyone. A lot of different candle designs are available in the market. Choose according to your aesthetic and create your own design. Decorate the candle stand with metallic danglers or other miniature Christmas ornaments.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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Mason jar lighting

Mason jars are a handy option when it comes to Christmas decorations. You can put light strips or candles inside to create a simple yet eye-catching decoration. Add artificial flowers or leaves to bring a natural vibe to your Christmas celebration.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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Wooden caricature

You may wonder, isn’t it tough work? Contrary to popular belief, it is not difficult to create a designer wooden caricature for your Christmas celebration. You can also add Christmas ornaments to the caricature for added aesthetic.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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Christmas banner

In case you are having a party at your place, putting up a special Christmas banner on the wall can be an excellent idea. This wall banner can be made out of paper, cardboard or any other material that you have at your house.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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Handmade greeting cards

Handmade gift items are always very special. Using your creativity to create a handmade greeting card is the ultimate Christmas present. Popular designs like Santa, Christmas trees, etc., can be used on greeting cards.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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Chocolate jar 

Who doesn’t love chocolates? And for a Christmas party, chocolate is a must-have item. You can try decorating some mason jars filled with melted chocolate. Also, add marshmallows and peppermint sticks to it. Try adding some cheerful notes for your friends and family members.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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Sweater decoration

Small sweaters or pyjama-themed ornaments are well-known Christmas decoration items. These are super cute; all you have to do is hang them around the room or on the Christmas tree. Try to get red, white, and green sweaters that will add a pure Christmas vibe to your DIY Christmas decoration.

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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Artificial snow with Christmas tree

If you want to bring a snowy effect to your Christmas party, you can try artificial snow. You can use artificial snow in a jar or on tables or shelves. You can use it under the Christmas tree and on its leaves. You can also make a snowman with this snow. This can undoubtedly bring a unique experience to your Christmas celebration

 

Amazing DIY decorations for Christmas

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FAQs

What are some edible items I can use as low-budget Christmas decorations?

You can use homemade candies, choco sticks, handmade cookies, coffee drinks, peppermint sticks, etc.

Which are good colours to use for Christmas decorations?

You can use red, white, green, gold or silver to decorate the room.

Are DIY decor items worth it?

Yes, DIY decor items for Christmas are good to have because, through these items, you can enhance your creativity while also staying on a budget.

Got any questions or point of view on our article? We would love to hear from you. Write to our Editor-in-Chief Jhumur Ghosh at jhumur.ghosh1@housing.com

 

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