Here are 12 DIY Christmas Decorations you can make with kids. They’re easy and fun to create and will add some Christmas cheer to your home.
Christmas decorating can be fun for all members of the family when they get involved.
Kids love getting crafty and helping decorate the tree with their creations.
I think part of what makes Christmas fun is the preparation, and decorating certainly builds up anticipation for the big day.
Here are 12 Easy DIY Christmas Decorations you can make with your kids. Some also make affordable gifts to family and friends.
Happy Crafting!
DIY Christmas Decorations
Nutcracker Peg Decoration
This was a fun craft to make! These Nutcracker Peg Decorations are so cute and are the perfect way to hang Christmas cards.
Star Twig Decoration
Such a simple decoration using sticks from the backyard. This star can be used as decor on a console for a bush inspired Christmas.
Toilet Roll Christmas Trees
I can’t not share a toilet roll related craft on my plumbing blog! I remember making these trees with my girls when they were younger. Very easy and fun to make for little hands to handle.
Boho Felt Trees
All you need are some styrofoam cones, felt and pom pom garland to create these trees. You can add a pom pom on the top as the star.
Christmas Cupcake Liner Garland
This garland is easy as it uses cupcake case liners folded into trees. Attach to string and your have a garland ready to hang.
Gum Nut Gnomes
This craft is cute and simple. You will need to gather gum nuts to make these gnomes. Paint the gum nut and add the pom pom nose and cotton beard. These can look sweet on the Christmas table.
Petal Baby Angel
Any types of petals can be used to create these angels. i used Illawarra Flame Tree petals to make these baby angels. The petals do dry over time, but still retain their colour.
Terracotta Pot Gingerbread House
This is a simple way to upcycle a terracotta plant pot. Add some glitter for sparkly effect.
Gumnut Baby Christmas Decoration
For a true Aussie twist, gather some gumnuts and turn them into Christmas babies – snug as a rug in a gum!
Snow Globe Gingerbread House
You can make your own gingerbread house or buy one made. Place in a jar with caster sugar and you have a snow globe.
Christmas Bear Baubles
The kids LOVE these baubles. All you need is a bauble, pom poms and eyes to create these cute bears the kids can then hang on the tree.
Stick Tree Christmas Decoration
Get the kids outside to gather some sticks to make these tree decorations.
Other Christmas Ideas
