Get ready to infuse your home with holiday cheer by diving into the world of DIY Christmas decorations! We’ve done the research, so you don’t have to. Here are our top 5 favourite festive and easy-to-make decorations that will inspire your crafting spirit. Give them a go and don’t forget to tag us in your creations!
1. Cork Reindeers
Materials:
3 wine corks
Black sewing pins
Red ribbon
Small red pom-poms
Dark brown pipe cleaners
Glue gun
Knife
Instructions:
1. The Legs: Cut one wine cork into four equal pieces lengthwise and crosswise for the legs.
2. Head & Neck: From a second cork, cut one piece to be 2/3 the size of the other.
3. Assemble: Glue the legs to a whole cork for the body. Attach the head and neck to the body.
4. The Eyes: Insert two shortened sewing pins into the head for eyes. Make antlers by twisting together four dark brown pipe cleaner pieces and glue them to the back of the head. Add two small pieces of light brown pipe cleaner as ears and another as a tail.
5. Nose & Bow: Glue a red pom-pom on the face for the nose. Create a ribbon bow and attach it to the front of the reindeer.
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2. Mason Jar Lights
Materials:
Mason Jar
Pine Cones/Pine Branches
Battery Pack Fairy Lights
Instructions:
1. Ensure your mason jar is clean and dry.
2. Fill the jar with pine cones and optionally add pine branches for extra charm. Top Tip: If your pine cones have closed up, pop them in the oven to dry and they will open. If you want a snowy effect, you can lightly spray them with snow spray.
3. Carefully insert fairy lights in the jar, concealing the battery pack beneath the pine cones. You’ve crafted a delightful, glowing jar to add a warm ambiance to your space.
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3. Candy Cane Place Cards
Materials:
3x Candy Canes
Red Ribbon
Paper
Printer
Instructions:
1. Cut the ribbon with diagonal ends to prevent fraying.
2. Arrange three candy canes in a tripod formation and tie them together with a ribbon. If you’re having trouble keeping the canes together, you can use a small amount of blue tack in the centre for extra stability.
3. Print or handwrite names onto paper for place cards.
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4. Christmas Potpourri
Ingredients:
360g fresh cranberries
3 tangerines halved
3 whole cinnamon sticks
2 Star Anise
Teaspoon whole cloves
1 Inch piece fresh ginger
1 tbsp vanilla bean
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1 small branch fresh pine
1 cup apple cider (or pomegranate or cranberry juice)
Water
Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, filling it three-quarters full with water.
2. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for nearly 4 hours, adding water as needed.
Allow it to cool overnight before simmering again the next day. Continue adding water as necessary.
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5. Bottle Candle Holders
Materials:
Taper Candles
Glass Bottles
Evergreen Branches
Cranberries
Water
Instructions:
1. Insert fresh evergreens into clear glass bottles and fill with water.
2. Add a handful of vibrant cranberries.
3. Gently heat the base of a taper candle and carefully position it in the bottle’s opening.
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We hope you enjoy crafting these DIY Christmas decorations and filling your home with holiday magic! Don’t forget to tag us in your creations, and follow us on Instagram @aidyldesign for more inspiring ideas. If you’re considering a holiday home makeover or just want to refresh your space, check out our 3 design services. Let the festive crafting begin!