30 Easy Christmas Craft Ideas For Adults
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This holiday season, unleash your creativity and try your hand at some Christmas craft ideas for adults.
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From custom ornaments to festive garlands and elegant home decorations, there are plenty of DIY projects for everyone, no matter their level of experience. Not only are these holiday crafts a great way to save money, but they’re also an opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends.
Elevate your holiday celebrations this year with some fun, festive Christmas crafts that are sure to spread some holiday cheer. So grab a cup of hot chocolate and get inspired!
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30 Easy Christmas Craft Ideas For Adults
1 | Dough gingerbread house.
Create a charming, rustic gingerbread house using homemade cinnamon salt dough instead of the typical store-bought kits. It will make your house smell AMAZING, and is fun to decorate. Trust me, you’ll want this to stay in your home all year long.
2 | Foam board trees.
Craft some beautiful and minimalist foam board Christmas trees to display in your home with this craft idea. This craft is cheap, fun to make, and truly gorgeous.
3 | Tiered wooden house advent calendar.
This wooden advent calendar is a perfect project for those who enjoy a bit of DIY woodworking. With small wooden houses arranged in tiers, each one can be filled with treats, activities, or notes for the holiday season. The final result is cool piece of decor for your home that can be used every single year!
4 | Macrame gnomes.
These gnomes are super cute and easy to make. Seriously, the final result is just gorgeous. Better yet, you can create it in under half an hour!
5 | Paper houses.
Craft up some stunning paper houses to create a cute winter village scene this Christmas. You can use old cardboard to cut out the house shapes and then assemble them with glue. These houses can be placed on mantels or used as a centerpiece, especially when lit with fairy lights to create a magical glow. So gorgeous, right?
6 | Chalk snow ornaments.
This is such a quick and easy Ornament DIY! These Chalk Style Snowflake Ornaments are really cool and they turn out to be a fun activity. They’re super simple to make and can really make your tree stand out. You can mix and max your very own theme which is just another plus side to these ornaments.
7 | Christmas lights towel.
Embrace the Christmas spirit with these Christmas lights towels! They’re super cute and will fill your home with festive spirit. For a colorful and fun vibe in your home, these Christmas towels are EXACTLY what you need!
8 | Reversible wood decor.
Make some fun, reversible wood decor that can be used throughout the year. It’s just so fun that you get a two-for-one! This wooden porch decoration features cute fall pumpkins on one side and a frosty snowman on the other side. This just means you can leave it on your porch from September until January! Pretty good, hey?
9 | Tealight snowman.
These tiny little tea light snowman are so damn cute and so easy to make! Better yet, they’re really cheap to make which is why I think they’re suitable for a lot of people. Who knew something so cute could come from dollar store decor?
10 | Paper wreath ornaments with robins.
I think that crafting ornaments is one of the best ways to bring in the holidays, and adding some robins is just the cherry on top. These ornaments are relatively simple compared to some other types of ornaments, making it really user-friendly and fun!
11 | Brown paper bag advent calendar
Buying advent calendars is out and making your own is in! These brown paper bag make the perfect advent calendar and they’re super rustic-looking. Make the Christmas countdown extra special!
12 | Pompom wreath.
DIY Christmas decorations are super cool, especially when they’re a little out of the norm. I love how bright and bubbly this wreath is, and it’ll look fantastic sitting on your door or mantel piece!
13 | Hand lettered Rudolph sign.
This hand-lettered craft idea is really great because it creates a cool, personalized holiday sign for you to display in your home. It features a hand-drawn or painted image of Rudolph with hand-lettering that looks super festive.
14 | Mason jar snow globe.
Transform a simple, old mason jar into a beautiful snow globe with a few cheap and basic materials. Add in some fake snow, small figurines, and some water inside the jar (if you want to), and secure the lid. This easy craft can be personalized and can be made with or without water.
15 | Evergreen clay ornament.
Use some polymer clay to create evergreen tree ornaments that will add a rustic and unique touch to your tree. These ornaments have a charming, handmade look and can be customized to fit your holiday theme.
16 | Flannel blanket.
Nothing says Christmas like a cozy flannel blanket. Better yet, this one is easy to make and requires no sewing, so you can quickly make it, throw it on, and snuggle up for a nice Christmas movie.
17 | Tassel tree sign.
Using yarn and wooden frames, you can create a fun, textured tree that stands out as a unique holiday décor piece. It’s a simple project that adds character and charm to your home. This craft is super customizable to fit the theme of your home.
18 | Painted rainbow nutcracker.
I can’t get enough of traditional yet untraditional decor. Put a modern twist on the traditional nutcracker by painting one in a rainbow of bright colors. This craft brings bold, playful energy to your décor and is a great way to make a statement this holiday season.
19 | Countdown advent calendar.
Another cool advent calendar with a twist for those who don’t like chocolate, lollies, or other festive delights but still want to be involved. This is a great way to create your own personalised countdown.
20 | Wooden flower holder.
This wooden flower holder is super magical and can be adapted for any occasion, really. It’s definitely a must-try this holiday season.
21 | Yarn mini Christmas tree.
Um, did someone say cute?! These mini trees are perfect for desks, tabletops, or as part of a festive centerpiece when you want to do something a little different.
22 | Orange slice ornaments.
Slice up oranges and dry them to create some natural, aromatic ornaments. You can decorate the dried slices with glitter, ribbon, or even leave them as is. These ornaments are simple, eco-friendly, and bring a lovely citrus scent to your home.
23 | Birch and bark trees.
This craft may seem a little like a bit of a hassle, but it’s fun, and before you know it, you’ll be at the top row! It’s a must-have in your home this season.
24 | Wrapped decor boxes.
Wrap up some empty boxes in festive paper to create a collection of faux presents. These boxes can be stacked up as a decorative element under your Christmas tree or arranged on a mantel.
25 | Wood advent clock.
A unique twist on the traditional advent calendar, a wood advent clock is a fun way to count down to Christmas.
26 | Cardboard village.
Create a whimsical Christmas village using leftover cardboard. Just cut and assemble the cardboard into houses and buildings, then decorate with paint, glitter, and mini details like windows and doors. These little villages are such a cozy, handmade display, especially when lit with string lights.
27 | Wood star beads.
Craft a delicate holiday garland by threading wooden beads onto twine or string in the shape of a star. Simple, but effective.
28 | Pearl beads pine cone tree.
This is the perfect way to repurpose some pine cones for the holiday seasons. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this craft!
29 | Leaves garland.
Make a festive garland using faux leaves cut out from old books that you can decorate with gold paint, glitter, or even small ornaments.
30 | Let it snow Christmas wreath.
Create a winter wonderland on your front door with a “Let It Snow” Christmas wreath. I think this is a super cute and quite easy craft that the whole family can take part in making.
How To Display Christmas Crafts
There are so many great ways for you to display the wonderful Christmas crafts you’ve made. Some of these ideas include:
- Create a display table: Designate a table or space in your living room or entryway to show off all of your Christmas crafts. You can pop up your foam board trees, gingerbread houses, and painted nutcrackers as a stunning centerpiece.
- Hang them from a mantel: Use your fireplace mantel as the perfect place to hang or place your cool crafts. Paper houses and pom-pom wreaths can be hung above the mantel with string or wire, while mason jar snow globes, tealight snowmen, and chalk snow ornaments can be arranged along the ledge.
- Dining table display: Your dining table is a great spot to show off some of your crafts during holiday meals. Just pop your favorite crafts in the centre for everyone to enjoy.
- Hang ornaments on a Christmas tree: Some of these Christmas craft ideas are PERFECT for hanging on your tree.
Create great Christmas crafts this holiday season!
Do you know any Christmas craft ideas for adults? Share your ideas or projects in the comments below.
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