Merry Craftsmas!

There's no better way to get into the holly jolly spirit than with some festive decor. This year, we're seeing a shift away from store-bought decorations and towards the DIY spirit (to the tune of "underconsumption Christmas"). 

Not only do many of these ideas use materials you likely already have in your home, they add a more personalized flair to your home-for-the-holidays aesthetic. In other words, a win for your wallet and the environment!

See 10 decor ideas we're copying this year. 

1. Paper and star garland

@sienna.and.i I love adding handmade pieces to my Christmas decor! This garland so cute for my toddlers room 😍 #diychristmas ♬ original sound - WildCraftedStudio

Classic paper garland gets an extra festive sparkle with the addition of golden stars. Hang your garland across the ceiling, a fireplace mantle, or over a doorway.

2. Polaroid ornaments

@aurelie.erikson Who knew a little fabric and a Polaroid printer could make the sweetest handmade gift? 🎁 A touch of Little Women charm, a dash of cozy cottage vibes… and suddenly you’ve got the most thoughtful gift they’ll cherish forever. All you need are a few scraps, a few minutes, and your favorite holiday movie. 🎅🏼🎥🎄 #diychristmas #vintagechristmas #polaroid ♬ original sound - ‍

These handmade sewn ornaments combine scrap fabric with polaroids for a memory-filled gift.

3. Paper stars

@ellameesters Christmas season is here ⭐️ This is so fun to make while watching a christmas movie! And you can use these stars year after year! 🎄 #christmasdiy #homedecor #craftmas #fyp ♬ Holly Jolly Christmas - Michael Bublé

These 3D paper stars are surprisingly simple to DIY and make for a great piece of decor that lasts past the holidays.

4. clay ornaments

@hayleyiverson These were so fun to make and SO easy! Can’t wait to bring some colour to my Christmas tree this year 🌈 FULL credit to @PheebsFoods on ig x #diyproject #christmascraft #christmasdecorations ♬ Ladies Room - Olivia Dean

Add colourful cheer to your Christmas decor with this inspo, or go for a traditional design by using festive cookie cutters.

5. Christmas tapers

@karolinevollstad your sign to paint christmas candles 🎨⭐️🕯️💌 #candlepainting #candlepaintingideas #christmascandle #christmascandles #christmasdiy #christmasdiyideas #diy #diyideas #diyproject #girlsnight #girlsnightin #girlsnightideas #christmasactivities #christmascountdown #christmastiktok #thingstodo ♬ santa tell me - ‍r7ptor

Mood lighting is a must for the holidays. Amp up your tapers by painting festive designs on them—plus, it's perfect activity for your next craft night!

6. Sewn ornaments

@handmade.byissy DIY Christmas Decorations! I used some scrap fabric, embroidery thread and stuffing to make these cute hanging stars 🌟 These would be great as a gift or just as a crafty activity to get in the Christmas spirit🎄 #sewing #sewingtutorial #upcycle #upcycletutorial #sewingdiy #sewingtiktok #christmasdecor #diychristmas #diychristmasdecor ♬ original sound - م

These vintage-style ornaments are a great way to use up leftover fabric scraps or fun patterned textiles from a thrift store. Simple cut them into your desired shape, sew and stuff them, and hang them wherever you want!

7. Mini paper tree

@branchfurniture DIY Mini Paper Christmas Trees 🌲 #papercraft #deskdecor #holiday #christmas #desksetup #diydecor #asmr ♬ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year - neozilla

These pop-up Christmas trees look cute on a fireplace mantel, as a holiday table centrepiece, or on your WFH desk.

8. Washi tape ornaments

@lalanyajade suuuper simple, affordable way to diy some christmas baubles 🌲🫶🏼 #diy #diychristmas #fabricornaments ♬ Missing Pieces - Flawed Mangoes

Washi tape is beloved for the variety in colours and designs, making them the perfect (and easiest!) way to spruce up a basic Christmas bauble.

9. Gingerbread garland

@abby_twinmom it is time 🎄 #diychristmas #diychristmasdecor #christmascrafts #christmasgarland #handmadechristmas ♬ original sound - christmas sounds 🎄

All you need for this quirky garland is leftover cardboard, puffy paint, glue, and some string!

10. floating garland

@kevinmaleval Réponse à @Melbourne Freehand Balayage Yes i do ! Here for you the tutorial, easy to do with real or fake leafs ! But my best decoration for christmas ! 🎄 #christmasdecor #christmasideas #christmasdecorations #christmasdiy #bows #creatorsearchinsights ♬ sunet original - XMAS

Make a statement with dramatic floating garland.  

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