{"id":8965,"date":"2017-12-12T09:00:27","date_gmt":"2017-12-12T14:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/?p=8965"},"modified":"2023-02-10T13:59:02","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T18:59:02","slug":"make-your-own-christmas-ornament-projects-you-can-gift-or-keep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/2017\/12\/12\/make-your-own-christmas-ornament-projects-you-can-gift-or-keep\/","title":{"rendered":"Make Your Own Christmas Ornament Projects You Can Gift or Keep"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Homemade-Christmas-Ornament-Projects_Elfster-Blog.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8967\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Homemade-Christmas-Ornament-Projects_Elfster-Blog-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas ornaments you can make at home\" width=\"740\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Homemade-Christmas-Ornament-Projects_Elfster-Blog-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Homemade-Christmas-Ornament-Projects_Elfster-Blog-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Homemade-Christmas-Ornament-Projects_Elfster-Blog-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Homemade-Christmas-Ornament-Projects_Elfster-Blog-540x270.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8978\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8978\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8978\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas craft projects\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/michael-mroczek-451829-min-2-405x270.jpg 405w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8978\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Christmas crafting fun! | Image courtesy Unsplash user Michael Mroczek<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing I love more about Christmas than decorating the tree. When I was little, my family and I would turn on our favorite Mel Torme Christmas cassette, fill a tray with Christmas cookies my mom had baked, pass around the eggnog, and begin merrily untangling the lights and hanging ornaments. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best part was opening the box of ornaments and being reminded of all the wonderful memories attached to each one. And while they all had a special place in my heart, my absolute favorites were the ones I\u2019d made myself. Each time I hung my homemade ornaments from a bushy bough of pine, I felt a special sense of pride. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that I\u2019m older, I still love to make my own Christmas ornaments. Not only is it satisfying to hang them on the tree, they also make great gifts. So if you are feeling crafty this Christmas, here are my favorite make-your-own Christmas ornament projects you can give to your loved ones or keep all for yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Beautiful Beaded Icicles<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8968\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8968\" style=\"width: 212px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.699632009_rev1-min.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8968\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.699632009_rev1-min-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"Beaded icicle ornaments\" width=\"212\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.699632009_rev1-min-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.699632009_rev1-min-191x270.jpg 191w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.699632009_rev1-min.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 212px) 100vw, 212px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8968\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beaded icicles look lovely on a tree. | Image courtesy Etsy seller <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/215366618\/gold-and-silver-stardust-sparkle-bead?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=beaded%20christmas%20ornaments%20icicles&amp;ref=sr_gallery_47&amp;source=aw&amp;utm_source=affiliate_window&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&amp;awc=6220_1511902755_874a357438d05385ab3e4fc707022234&amp;utm_content=256677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TamashasTreasures<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I am a huge fan of beaded ornaments because they are simple to make and just plain gorgeous. I love the look of these pretty, glittering icicles reflecting the shimmer of the string lights. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feel free to use any color of beads you like for these ornaments. I typically choose a base color, then select a few colored beads for accents. Here are some winning color combos: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear beads with ice blue accents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear beads with gold accents <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pearly white beads with silver accents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White beads with metallic red accents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metallic blue beads with white accents<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve chosen your beads, it\u2019s time to get started on your icicles! I recommend keeping each type of bead in separate dishes so they don\u2019t roll around on the table. That way, you don\u2019t have to dig through a big pile of assorted beads to find the one you\u2019re looking for.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loose beads of various sizes and shapes (you\u2019ll need smaller ones for the bottom of the icicle, medium for the middle, larger ones for the top, and accent beads of various sizes)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24-gauge silver wire <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small needle nose pliers <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thin ribbon for hanging <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lighter or match<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8979\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8979\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/markus-spiske-448165-min-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8979\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/markus-spiske-448165-min-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade Christmas ornaments\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/markus-spiske-448165-min-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/markus-spiske-448165-min-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/markus-spiske-448165-min-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/markus-spiske-448165-min-2-405x270.jpg 405w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8979\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Homemade ornaments make great gifts. | Image courtesy Unsplash user <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/ZfwnLB94BKY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Markus Spiske<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you\u2019ll do: <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decide how long you want to make each ornament. I typically make mine about 2.5 inches long, but the length varies so don\u2019t worry about making them all the same. Just be sure to cut a piece of silver wire that is \u2153-\u00bd inch longer to give you space for the ends. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your wires are cut, use the needle nose pliers to make a loop at one end of the wire so the beads won\u2019t fall off. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beginning with the smallest beads, start stringing them on the wire, using accents where desired and threading bigger beads as you work your way up. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019re happy with your icicle, make another loop (this time, a little bigger) at the top and snip off any excess wire. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut a piece of ribbon that\u2019s about 3-4 inches long and thread it through the loop at the top of the icicle. Tie the ends in a secure knot and use a lighter to singe the ends so they don\u2019t fray.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These icicle ornaments are a whole lot of fun to make, but they are also sure to warm the hearts of anyone you give them to. After all, who doesn\u2019t love a Christmas present that will brighten your tree for years to come?<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Cute Clothespin Reindeer<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8975\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8975\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1403432561_gpty-min.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8975\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1403432561_gpty-min-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Clothespin reindeer ornaments\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1403432561_gpty-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1403432561_gpty-min-360x270.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1403432561_gpty-min.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8975\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fun and festive clothespin reindeer. | Image courtesy Etsy seller <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/ca\/listing\/559504474\/set-of-10-handcrafted-reindeer-ornaments?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=homemade%20christmas%20ornaments&amp;ref=sr_gallery_6&amp;source=aw&amp;utm_source=affiliate_window&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&amp;awc=6220_1511902753_3be20dd06956c6f878793cdb46116563&amp;utm_content=256677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TheHodgePodgeHome<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m a sucker for cute ornaments, and these clothespin reindeer are the most adorable ones I\u2019ve seen! They look absolutely darling hanging on the tree or even displayed on your fireplace mantel. I like to make a set of eight for each of Santa\u2019s reindeer, with a red nose on one for Rudolph.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you\u2019ll need: <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flat wooden clothespins (the ones without the metal pieces)\u2014you\u2019ll need 3 for each reindeer <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hot glue gun<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mini googly eyes <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small sequins or buttons (for the noses) <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small to medium white pompoms (for the tails) <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small bells (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black craft paint <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A small paint brush <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baker\u2019s twine or ribbon for hanging<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you\u2019ll do: <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create the reindeer body by gluing together two clothespins, one on top of the other, going in the same direction. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create the head by gluing another clothespin to one end facing upside down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the body is secure, glue the sequin or button nose at the bottom end of the head and the googly eyes in the center. Glue the small bell just under the face of the reindeer (on the second clothespin) and the pompom tail on the back of the reindeer body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the black paint and paintbrush to paint the hooves of the reindeer. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut a 4-inch piece of baker\u2019s twine or ribbon and tie it in a loop. Use the hot glue gun to fasten the knot to the back of the reindeer\u2019s head. Don\u2019t be afraid to use a lot of glue here! You don\u2019t want the ribbon to come off!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you give your reindeer to a loved one or use them to trim your own tree, these adorable little ornaments are sure to spread some holiday cheer!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Pretty Packaging for Make-Your-Own Christmas Ornament Projects<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8969\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8969\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1113026399_gnaz-min.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8969\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1113026399_gnaz-min-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Festive boxes for your ornaments\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1113026399_gnaz-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1113026399_gnaz-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1113026399_gnaz-min-270x270.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/il_570xN.1113026399_gnaz-min.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8969\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Festive boxes for your ornaments. | Image courtesy Etsy seller <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/473306680\/personalised-christmas-eve-gift-box?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=gift%20boxes&amp;ref=sr_gallery_15&amp;source=aw&amp;utm_source=affiliate_window&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&amp;awc=6220_1511902751_711feb27acc47b4d99705cb202fb8db8&amp;utm_content=256677\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DottyHens<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget to find some fun Christmas tins or boxes to wrap these oh-so-cute ornaments in if you are gifting them. I like to line the packages with tiny little cotton balls (they look like mini snowballs!) or festive tissue so they don\u2019t get damaged on their way to your giftee. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These homemade Christmas ornaments would also be perfect for a Secret Santa gift exchange if you are on a budget and want to show off your crafty side! Or, why not <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.elfster.com\/2017\/11\/14\/how-to-throw-a-festive-christmas-ornament-gift-exchange-game-party\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">throw a festive Christmas ornament gift exchange party<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where everyone has to make and gift their own ornaments? Oh, what fun it would be to see what everyone crafted! Just make sure you keep things organized with an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/secret-santa-generator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online Secret Santa generator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to randomly assign gifters and giftees. You don\u2019t want anyone fighting over your cute clothespin reindeer or your beautiful beaded icicles!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These easy Christmas ornament projects are great for big and little elves of any age to make. And whether you decide to keep or gift these precious Christmas ornaments, you\u2019ll most certainly have a lot of festive fun making them. Just crank up the Christmas tunes, make yourself a nice cup of hot cocoa, and get crafting! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Check out our <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/shop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b><i>gift guides<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> for more fun gift ideas, or <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elfster.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b><i>start an online gift exchange<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> with Elfster to have a blast with your loved ones this holiday season. 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