The most beautiful Christmas tree ornaments ever: 7 DIY tutorials, each lovelier than the last
From balls and angels to ribbons, ornaments dress the tree in festive finery. Explore our favorite how-tos and make your own beautifully crafted tree ornaments.
Our pretty cupcake-liner ornaments come together in a flash
These cupcake-liner ornaments may look intricate, but they’re a breeze even for beginner crafters. Paper cupcake or muffin liners are glued together at a few points and opened into a sphere. Beyond the liners, all you need is hot glue and string for hanging. Check out the cupcake-liner ornament tutorial!
Marbled Christmas tree ornaments from distant galaxies
These Christmas tree ornaments are guaranteed one-of-a-kind! By marbling with nail polish, you can transform plain ornaments into true showstoppers. Find the ornament tutorial here!
Old-fashioned paper angels delight with nostalgic charm
Paper angels are classic Christmas decorations familiar to many a Finn, bringing a touch of old-timey atmosphere to the tree. Make the most of recycled materials you already have at home: pages from old magazines or books, or other paper. See the easy paper-angel tutorial!
Give old ornaments a soft matte finish
An easy way to make old ornaments look like new is to dip them in clay paint. The result is beautifully simple, matte Christmas tree ornaments. You’ll find the matte ornament tutorial here. [in Finnish] [in Finnish]
Sew a traditional flag garland for the Christmas tree
Give your tree an international twist with a garland made from different countries’ flags. Made from fabric, the flags will last year after year. See the instructions for the tree’s flag garland here! [in Finnish]
Playful granny-square Christmas ornaments are utterly charming [in Finnish]
Beloved granny squares are dressing up for Christmas! Ornaments for the tree—or even a wreath—are easy to make. Get the instructions for granny-square Christmas ornaments. [in Finnish] [in Finnish] [in Finnish] [in Finnish] [in Finnish] [in Finnish]
Fun Christmas tree ornaments made from straws
Circus-inspired Christmas tree ornaments are made from colorful drinking straws, beads, craft papers, and pom-pom tassels. These spinner-like decorations sway happily on the tree’s branches! Find the tutorial here.
