12 Winter Crafts to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
I’m not sure if it’s the stress of the last few years or what, but I find myself getting ready for Christmas earlier and earlier every year. I simply cannot get enough of the sparkling lights and festive decor. Perhaps it’s the gray skies and being chased back inside by the chill, but I have come to the conclusion that it is never too early to start your holiday celebration. Besides, we need a little extra time to make all that awesome DIY Holiday decor anyway.
If you are looking for inspiration on what handmade Christmas / Holiday decorations to make this year, I’ve gathered up a dozen of my favorite DIY Holiday Decor tutorials below. These tutorials vary in skill set and supplies. I have outlined what you might need on hand to get started in the descriptions below.
1. Pottery Barn Inspired Wreath
This adorable handmade wreath is the perfect modern take on a traditional decoration. I think the stars and the tiny little windows are just dreamy, but the electric candles inside really score a perfect 10 on coziness. If you’ve been wanting a wreath for your holiday decor but haven’t found one your style, I definitely recommend giving this DIY wreath tutorial a go.
2. DIY Christmas Paper Ornament
My living room always looks like a wrapping paper battlefield after a busy night of gift wrapping and Christmas prep. This clever little DIY Paper Christmas Tree Ornament offers you the wonderful opportunity to reuse those scraps and turn them into fun and festive decor. I can imagine my entire family gathered around the dining room table making all sorts of fun ornaments out of our scrap paper.
3. Easy Gnomes DIY
You’ll never be gnome alone for the holidays when you’ve got these awesome friends to keep you company. And let’s face it, there’s just no place like gnome. Especially when gnome is where the heart is. (Yes, I can keep going. No, I will not apologize.). These DIY gnomes are such a cute little project to help give your holiday decor a little extra whimsy and warmth.
4. DIY 3D Paper Star Decoration
Truth be told, hanging paper decorations is one of my go-to decorating favorites for ANY occasion. These DIY 3D Paper Star Decorations are impressive and festive–but they are also highly customizable, so keep that in mind the next time you are wandering down the paper aisle of your favorite craft store.
5. DIY Wood Snowman
If you live in North Texas, then you already know that this adorable craft might be the closest we get to snow. Then again, if you really live in North Texas, you have experienced at least two Snowmageddons in the last 3 years. All (weather) things are possible. Sure, the snow may be a gamble, but how cute this DIY Wood Snowman turns out certainly is not. Treat yourself to a hardy, happy snowman without risking a full power grid shutdown, that’s what I always say.
6. Snow Scene Jar
This cozy little miniature snow-scape will have you singing “Dashing Through the Snow” in no time. It’s the perfect winter weather scene to warm your heart and brighten your home without affecting your heating bill. Bonus: this DIY snow globe also acts as an excellent souvenir to remember the Texas Snow Storm of 2021. Or 2022. Get a little creative with that diorama, put some humor into it. Then gift one to all your friends, and send me a picture while you are at it. I can’t wait to see what you come up with.
7. Joy Banner
You might be thinking that all our DIY Holiday Decor has left your mantle out in the cold, but I’ve got the perfect way to warm up the coziest space in your home. Create the perfect DIY word art for your home using this tutorial. Maybe you’ll even call in the kids and let them help you decorate it. Maybe.
8. Christmas Mason Jars
These DIY Christmas Mason Jars are just adorable for decor, on that we. can agree. But I keep thinking how super cute they would also be as packaging for a variety of little gifts, like homemade vanilla, or a delicious stash of hot cooca. What about those cookies in a jar mixes, or, my favorite, a small rosemary tree or planted herbs for a windowsill garden?
9. Countdown to Christmas Sign
It’s not Christmas without a countdown. This DIY Countdown to Christmas Sign is a fun way to decorate the house and build anticipation without feeling like you need another advent calendar. Would you believe that we somehow ended up with 3 advent calendars last year? I thought. were going to be counting down til Easter!
10. Mini Christmas Village with Old Holiday Cards
Do you stash away your holiday cards of yesteryears too? I always feel bad throwing them away, but at the same time… what future purpose will they serve? This DIY Christmas Village is your moment of craft stash glory. Now you can use those old cards to build a Miniature Christmas Village! Or two! Or six! Build the entire metroplex! And then send me pics because I would love to see that.
11. Embroidery Hoop Wreath
Hoop there it is! (Sorry not sorry.) This Handmade Embroidery Hoop Wreath is just full of possibility. You can choose to personalize your wreath with vinyl or just get stitchy with it. This wreath tutorial serves as inspiration for many well-rounded ideas on how you can add a lovely little accent to your home throughout the year.
12. Braided Chunky Wreath
This soft, squishy, snowy, Handmade Braided Wreath is like all my winter dreams wrapped up into one perfect little braid. I just love simple, straight forward crafts that make a big impact, and this DIY wreath feels like a quick, easy way to turn any home in to a winter wonderland.
Woohoo, winter craft vibes for the win!
Wreaths, miniatures, signs, oh my! You’ve made it through 12 winter crafts to get you in the holiday spirit, and I’m feeling ho-ho-hopeful that you get some crafting time in soon because I want to see what you come up with. If you STILL find yourself feeling rather UNfestive and resistant to the impending festivities… well… we might have a bigger problem than just the weather.
Kidding, I am just kidding. You will get there, friend. Be gentle with yourself. Sometimes you can craft yourself into a better mood, but sometimes you’ve just got to weather the (winter) storm until inspiration hits.
Originally posted on December 02, 2019.
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