Looking for a more natural, rustic theme for your Christmas tree this year? Look no further! I have compiled a list of some of my favorite rustic DIY Christmas Ornaments. I know sometimes DIY ornaments can look cheap or tacky, but here are a few that caught my eye. As an added bonus, most of these ideas are eco-friendly and zero-waste! Once the season is done, they can either be saved for next year or returned to nature via compost.
Spending quality time as a family crafting handmade ornaments can be a fantastic way to beat the chaos that the Christmas season can sometimes create. It can be a great opportunity to sit down with your children and have meaningful conversations, not to mention make lasting memories!
Rustic DIY Christmas Ornaments to Craft This Year
1. Yarn-Wrapped Star Rustic Christmas Ornament
These rustic star ornaments from tidbits-cami.com are beautiful on the tree, and they are very simple to make! The variety of yarn available allows for endless color possibilities. Personally, I like the look of jute or hemp cord on these ornaments. These are very easy; children should be able to easily create these with a little assistance! They also make wonderful gifts. Try making them in all different sizes!
Yarn-Wrapped Star Ornament INSTRUCTIONS HERE
2. Acorn Cap Ornament
This one might be a bit trickier for little hands, but you can still include the kids in the process. The fun part is gathering the acorn caps! Go for a walk in the woods, in the park, or anywhere there are oak trees, and you are bound to find an abundance of acorn caps! Something about acorns just seems to call out to kids; they seem to pick acorns up anytime they find them. Take advantage and bring some caps home to make this lovely ornament!
Acorn Cap Ornament INSTRUCTIONS HERE
3. Snowman Painted Wood Slice Rustic Christmas Ornament
This adorable snowman face from creeklinehouse.com is so simple, kids can take the lead! All that you need is a slice from an extra fire log and some acrylic paint and brushes!
Snowman Painted Wood Slice INSTRUCTIONS HERE
4. Cranberry Garland
While not technically an ornament, this cranberry garland from Tulips and Twill is simple to assemble and looks fabulous on the tree. Pick up some cranberries on your next grocery run, some needle and thread, and get busy! The best part of this cranberry garland is the fact that it is zero-waste. At the end of the holiday season, simply toss it in the compost!
Cranberry Garland INSTRUCTIONS HERE
5. Handmade Twig Star
This handmade star made from twigs is loaded with rustic charm. You can even step it up by wrapping the star in natural cordage such as hemp or jute twine. While this project might be tougher for kids to do, they can certainly help find the perfect twigs on your next nature walk!
Handmade Twig Star INSTRUCTIONS HERE
6. Snow-Covered Pine Cones
Wish you could bring the natural beauty of frost-covered pine cones indoors? Now you can, with this simple process from apumpkinandaprincess.com. These make beautiful ornaments, or string them and make a nature-inspired garland!
Snow-Covered Pine Cones INSTRUCTIONS HERE
7. Orange Slice Ornaments and Garland
Dehydrated orange slices bring that “old-fashioned” flair to your home. For centuries, people have been using oranges during the long cold winter to bring a little sunshine to the short dark days of winter. As an added bonus, your home will smell citrussy-fresh! Sprinkle a few spices on the oranges before dehydrating like cinnamon and clove for a cozy, inviting aroma fit for the holidays. You can use the orange slices to create ornaments, or string them up to make a garland for your tree!
Orange Slice Ornaments and Garland INSTRUCTIONS HERE
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