Make Christmas Ornaments

Oyster stew in a lot of households is compulsory for the Christmas meal. Make oyster stew for Christmas with help from a personal chef in this free video clip.

Many families like to have a family portrait taken and distributed as a part of their Christmas card mailing. The pictures keep family and friends updated on how your family is growing and succeeding.…

If you subscribe to or buy magazines, you know how quickly they start to stack up in your home. Instead of throwing those old magazines away, put the pages to use by turning them into homemade…

Making beautiful Christmas ornaments for your tree or for gifts is easy and inexpensive. All you need are a few items from your local craft store and a little bit of time. Even children should be able…

A common part of travel includes scouring gift shops for souvenirs that later serve as a reminder of your journey. Many souvenir shops also sell Christmas ornaments for the purpose of decorating your…

The Cricut personal die-cutting machine is a tool that cuts letters, phrases and shapes using pre-programmed cartridges. The cartridges offer an array of design options to help you create your own…

Handmade Christmas ornaments are an ideal way to add a personal touch to your holiday tree. You can use hard candies to make whimsical ornaments that can be hung from the tree or hooks on the wall,…

Breathe new life into the leftovers from a holiday dinner. Take what's left of your Christmas ham and transform it into a spread for ham sandwiches. Ham spread is more flavorful the day after you make…

What Christmas tree is complete without an angel making an appearance either at the top of the tree or as an ornament? Making a Christmas ornament cotton angel starts by first creating the design.…

The ugly Christmas sweater is such a cliche, some families and groups actually hold contests to see who can find the worst one. If your local thrift shops fail to produce a suitably horrible sample,…

E-cards can be created at a website and sent as an email attachment, but many people still prefer to give the real thing. While people frequently purchase cards from a store, some crafters prefer to…

The bulldog is the mascot of the University of Georgia, and the school's colors are red and black. The sports teams at the college use a large "G" and bulldog graphics as their symbols.…

Jolly Ranchers are fruit-flavored, hard candies and Christmas ornament materials. It is not a well-known fact that you can make Christmas ornaments from these child-favored candies, making it an ideal…

Christmas is a great time to display your embroidering skills. Embroidered Christmas ornaments are fun, eye-catching and offer a remarkable variety of design possibilities. You can create designs for…

Whether you are a parent or you work with children, creating Christmas ornaments that feature children's pictures is an activity that will keep kids entertained and serve as a touching keepsake. With…

At the end of Christmas you don't have to throw away all the cards your family and friends send you. Instead use them to create ornaments that you can use to decorate your tree next year. Each year…

Christmas is a favorite time for all children, but probably with preschoolers most of all. Creating decorations, especially those given as gifts, will provide young children with the opportunity to…

Make your own Christmas ornaments to decorate your tree and create a family keepsake. Starting with a clear glass ball or even a burnt out light bulb, work with paint and other craft supplies to make…

Trays and platters are a necessity for feeding holiday crowds. Make your own seasonal trays and use them for festive serving and gifting with Christmas cookies and other holiday goodies. Decoupage…

A Christmas blessings jar can help your family remember the true gifts of the holiday season. While many websites and craft fairs offer their own blessings jars, making your own Christmas blessings…

Preparing a dish that appeals to a crowd is essential when you’re invited to a Christmas potluck, particularly if kids are invited. Once you find out what part of the meal the host wants you to…

Vintage ornaments often depict classic images such as Saint Nicholas or angels. Purchasing a true vintage ornament to add to your Christmas tree is expensive and if your home has children or pets, the…

In Denmark, children learn to make woven heart baskets called “yule hearts” that hang from the Christmas tree and contain small cookies and sweets. Traditionally, these hearts use both red…

Give your Christmas tree a custom feel with miniature yarn and cloth ornaments. Before you purchase supplies for the holiday ornaments, determine the size of your Christmas tree to estimate the number…

Christmas ornaments are a staple of the holiday season and can either be store-bought or made by hand. These decorations are typically hung on the tree, but can also be placed around the home for a…

Combine a bit of nature and your creativity to create angelic ornaments to adorn your Christmas tree this year by sculpting corn husks and a small amount of yarn in a miniature angel. Not only are…

Take advantage of the vivid colors of fall. Collect leaves in brilliant hues and preserve them for holiday ornaments. Search for the bold red, orange, yellow or purple leaves from trees, such as…

Putting in a Christmas spotlight to highlight a decoration or to be a decoration all its own takes only a short time to complete and can help your yard stand out among the rest. Any sort of spotlight…

Homemade sweater Christmas ornaments will not only make your tree beautiful, they are also ideal stocking stuffers or inexpensive gifts. Don't worry if you aren't an expert knitter. Creating a sweater…

Sand dollars, with their star-like decorations and simple flat shape, make attractive decorations for a nature or beach-themed Christmas tree. The religious legend of the sand dollar and its symbolism…

Christmas may be coming up and maybe you want to get creative by writing a poem reflecting the season. Write the poem and include it when you send out Christmas cards, place it on top of presents as a…

Any three-dimensional object can be cast in cement if you have the right tools and pay attention to detail. The backside of cast-cement ornaments are flat, so you can attach them to birdbaths, garden…

A mixture of powdered clay and limestone, cement must be mixed with some sort of aggregate and water to become concrete: a durable, weather-resistant, workable material suitable for paving, forming or…

Creating a butterfly book is a lovely way to showcase a love of butterflies while also making an interesting space for a story and images. The process is not complex, but the finished product will…

Casting in cement, a fine powder of clay and limestone, requires mixing it into concrete by adding rock, sand and water for strength and durability. You can cast concrete to form anything from large…

Real stars are not angular shapes, but three-dimensional spheres that change color. Based on satellite imagery and knowledge of our sun, scientists believe that the color of a particular star is…

Tabi, refers to a style of Japanese sock or boot, which resembles a mitten for the foot, with a split separating the big toe from the rest. Tabi boots or "jika-tabi," such as the kind that may be worn…

If you've ever looked at a milkweed pod and saw a pair of angel's wings, you'll enjoy this craft -- making whimsical angel ornaments from the dried pods. Start by going on a search for perfectly…

A play kitchen with pretend food can keep little ones busy for hours, copying the actions they see adults perform as they cook. Although plastic food often fills a child's play kitchen, sometime…

Most often used in gumbo or sliced and fried, okra is a green pod vegetable that resembles a chili pepper or jalapeno. Popular and plentiful in Texas and the southern United States, okra pods are not…

Sock monkeys have been around since at least the 1920s. Their special look has delighted children of all ages. Add accessories to your sock monkey such as caps, vests or other clothing. Use yarn, felt…

Turn trash into art by reusing old soda cans to create art sculptures instead of throwing them out. There are many things you can make out of soda cans, but whether you are making a shark or a…

If you've ever grown your own okra, no doubt you've wound up with some overripe, woody okra that's past its prime for eating. Okra will eventually dry on the vine, leaving leathery pods that are just…

If you want to add a handmade touch to your next dinner party, then consider making paper lotus pods. This is an ideal craft to make for an outdoor garden party. You can mix in your paper lotus pods…

Build a life-size sheep silhouette for your nativity scene using plywood and a saw. Sheep silhouettes can be made out of plywood, cardboard or sheet metal. Further details can be added to the sheep…

Plain crystal ornaments often sparkle in the sunlight, but you can add color and dimension to enhance the designs. Decorate a crystal ornament with glass paint, rather than acrylic or enamel paints,…

A wish ball is an ornament that contains or is symbolic of your hopes and wishes. You can hang these ornaments on trees or use them as household decorations. Wish balls also make thoughtful gifts for…

You can create your own movie screen for home use, right on the wall of your home. The silver screen will sparkle just like the one in the theater. The trick is to use silver paint, which contains…

By making cutouts from plywood, you can create almost anything. By cutting properly positioned and sized notches, you can create nesting pieces that allow the creation to stand on its own. Whether…

The sight of fresh, bright red strawberries immediately evokes the carefree feeling of summer. Whether you are throwing a strawberry festival to celebrate strawberry picking season, hosting a…

Cupcakes are popular desserts because the individual servings make for a convenient and practical alternative to cakes. Some creative people have taken inspiration from cupcakes to make party…

Tabi are traditional Japanese socks that are ankle-high and have a separation between the big toe and its neighbor. These were made to be worn by men and women with zori, geta, and other traditional…

The easiest method to make tikis is to use flat back castings in open top molds. You can find various styles of plastic tiki molds at crafts stores or online. The molds usually range in size between 7…

Add spring touches to your home's decor by making fabric butterflies as decorations or refrigerator magnets. A kid-friendly craft, butterflies can be made using leftover scraps of fabric. Gather and…

Many people accumulate unusable compact discs over time. Rather than throw them out, you can use these discs in a variety of easy-to-make crafts and give them new life in ways you may never have…

A soft sculpture is simply a sculpture that is soft to the touch. You can make a soft sculpture from any number of materials. The most well-known and used soft sculptures are stuffed animals. You can…

Spitters are containment devices used commonly for smokeless tobacco users. The tobacco juice or used dip can be spit into the spitter. Most spitters are made from either plastic or aluminum so the…

Sock monkeys are a traditional toy made from a single pair of socks. Though a number of sock monkeys have been made in recent years from socks of different colors and wearing different costumes,…

Sock monkeys have been around since the Victorian era, but they did not have the iconic red lips that today's sock monkeys do. The red-lipped sock monkey stuff toys started showing up in 1932 when the…

Making Christmas tree ornaments out of plastic canvas, wool yarn, felt and metallic cord is a way of personalizing your decorating. While working with plastic canvas and yarn is a form of needle…

Create holiday and home décor ornaments with clear acrylic blocks available from craft stores and online retailers. Clear acrylic blocks are most often used for rubber stamping crafts, but with…

If you have extra glass beads or buttons in your craft supply, then put them to good use by making a creative and beautiful ornament for your holiday tree. These ornaments are simple to assemble and…

Decorative ornaments, made from common household items, are a fun and inexpensive activity for children. When they've completed the holiday craft, the ornaments can be hung on the tree or from garland…

Decorate pine cones to use in arts and crafts projects. Create handmade wreaths that you can give as gifts or hang on your wall or door, using the decorated pine cones. Pine cone wreaths look festive…

Dried fruit makes delicious and healthy gifts. If a friend is health-conscious but also has a sweet tooth, treat her to a gift of decadent handmade chocolate covered fruit. Dry the fruit yourself to…

Turn your beach finds into beautiful Christmas ornaments. Scallop sea shells make one-of-a-kind ornaments. Customize the ornaments and they can be lovely Christmas presents for friends or family…

Ultrafine glitter is also known as glamour dust; it can be applied to many types of surfaces including wood, metal, ceramics, canvas, fabric, paper mâché and glass. Some forms of…

If you enjoy hosting parties for your family members and friends, you may have plenty of used corks just waiting to be repurposed. Instead of throwing these corks in the garbage, you can use them to…

Plastic canvas is a flexible material for needlework projects which allows you to create a custom pattern. For example, making a swan design in the plastic canvas is simple to do, but the question…

Needlepoint may be an art form that dates back centuries, but its materials are strictly modern-day. Plastic canvas, in particular, has permitted crafters to take needlepoint and cross stitch into new…

Ponytail holders are commonly used to pull back and secure hair so that it does not fall freely around the face. They can come in a wide variety of materials and sized, from tiny clear bands to ornate…

Creating your own book with an ornamental cover and binding it yourself can be accomplished with items found around the home. Create a handmade journal or scrapbook for a birthday gift or fill your…

Creating Christmas ornaments with a color scheme that matches all your other holiday decor is an uncomplicated task. Whether you want to reflect a love of your favorite sports team, school colors or…

Glitter comes in many different colors and can be used to brighten up a variety of crafts, making them vivid and distinctive. Using glass glitter to spruce up old decorations, like Christmas…

Make easy Christmas ornaments with basic wooden shapes found in most craft stores or hardware stores. Use circles of wood, craft sticks or spools to make these ornaments. They are suitable for kids or…

Glitter consists of extremely small pieces of glass, stone, plastic, paper or polyester painted with iridescent and metallic colors, designed to create a shimmering effect. Glitter is available in…

Decorating Christmas glitter balls can be a wonderful project to do by yourself or with your family. It is an inexpensive way to decorate the Christmas tree in a streamlined design by using your own…

Family crafting is a way to connect with your children and teach them how to be creative. There is an endless list of kid-friendly crafts that involve simple materials like paper, pipe cleaners and…

According to Sockmonkey.net, the sock monkey rose to popularity in the early 1900s as mothers made them from the traditional Rockford Red Heel socks. Rockford Red Heels are still the standard medium…

Coffee beans are usually associated with a warm cup of joe. However, these small, dark brown-colored beans can also be used to decorate craft projects. If you have a coffee lover on your gift list or…

Turn plain or shiny glass ball ornaments into handcrafted treasures to decorate your tree with every year or to use as table or mantel accents. These ornaments also make suitable small gifts for…

Make Christmas heart ornaments with a few simple materials and a little imagination. Children of all ages, as well as adults, can make a variety of heart-shaped Christmas ornaments to decorate their…

Many families pass down ornaments from generation to generation. These treasures become a part of the collection of family heirlooms. If this applies to you, you need to box your ornaments away so…

Plastic canvas Christmas ornaments are a quick and easy craft that can be made in all styles, from traditional to funky. Plastic canvas is a stiff, yet flexible plastic that has holes spaced…

Ornaments of assorted shapes, sizes and colors add festive accents to your home environment regardless of the season or holiday. Making your own ornaments gives you creative license to make them as…

If you want to design your own homemade Christmas decorations, there is no lack of techniques or inspiration for crafting tree ornaments. If angels are your inspiration, use beads and wire to make…

Grapevines are a great complement to a country or rustic decor because of their natural texture and coloring. Perhaps the most common use of grapevine is a wreath, but because of their flexibility and…

Photo Christmas ornaments can be made by children and adults. They range in simple crafts that only take a few moments to more difficult crafts they may take about an hour to complete. However, they…

Sleigh bells are similar to jingle bells, only they are larger. Two- or 3-inch sleigh bells are relatively easy to find in most craft stores, especially around the holidays. These sleigh bells make a…

When compact discs were first unveiled back in the early '80s, manufacturers touted their long-lasting durability, but anyone who has ever owned a CD knows this promise of invulnerability was…

Crafts are all about creativity, and finding a new use for everyday objects is a big part of the fun. Fishing bobbers are an excellent material for Christmas decorations, but they have other…

Create decorative cone Christmas ornaments that reflect the romantic Victorian Era with themed papers and laces. This was a period of prosperity during the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901.…

According to the University of Utah, Americans throw away enough aluminum to rebuild the entire commercial air fleet in the United States every year. Be kind to the environment and beautify your…

Prior to the commercial production of ornaments, many people used what nature provided as a way to decorate doors, trees, and gifts. Dried fruits, like oranges and apples, add a splash of color to…

Cotton batting ornaments date back to a simpler era when the holiday ornaments were all handmade and filled with intricate detail. If you yearn for decor that reflects these simple times, it can be an…

Christmas candles bring a soft light as they set on the branch of a Christmas tree. A Christmas tree candle ornament made from beads may not put off light but it adds its own brightness to a…

Add a splash of color to your holiday tree with custom-made decorations using inexpensive glass ball ornaments. If you can pour acrylic paint from a bottle, you can design ornaments with the swirled…

While toothpicks are commonly used to clear food out from in between teeth, they can also be used to make a variety of culinary pieces and decorative objects.

Christmas tree ornaments make great presents. Personalized ornaments are the perfect gift for anybody. This tutorial will explain how to make your own custom, Christmas tree ornament from a…

In today's economy it is going to be tough to budget for the upcoming holidays. One way to stretch your holiday budget is to make homemade gifts. Homemade gifts are unique and special. If you are a…

If you enjoy cooking with wine or having a glass of wine at dinner, chances are you've amassed a collection of wine corks. Many people collect their old wine corks, as some are attractive and have…

Wire beaded Christmas ornaments can add a homemade touch to your tree this year. Craft wire comes in assorted colors---not just silver, gold or copper---so you can coordinate with your beads and other…

Milkweed pods are available from craft stores or collected in the woods during early fall, are the perfect base for a number of holiday ornaments. The pear shape lends itself well to creating faces,…

Modern Christmas ornaments are becoming more and more creative. Avoid spending high prices on seashell ornaments by creating them at home instead. With a few craft supplies and a hot glue gun, a…

The use of piñatas for themed parties has become extremely popular because they can be made in almost any shape and size. A piñata can be a simple ball or an ornate cartoon character. Even…

Making your own Christmas ornaments out of plastic canvas will enable you to personalize your holiday décor to your own tastes. You can also start a family Christmas ornament tradition which your…

You can make a variety of Christmas decorations with glass ornaments, from painting the inside to create a marbleized effect to decorating the outside with glitter glue. You could also make a water…

The Waterford Company opened in 1783 in the Irish town of Waterford. Waterford was (and still is) a harbor town that exported much of what the city produced to the rest of world. George and William…

Many crafters start with a purchased mold for their garden ornaments because making the mold can be the most-challenging part of the process. To make a mold for a garden ornament, an artisan carves or…

Leather and feather ornaments have been used to decorate clothing, hair, and other personal affects. You can make a simple feather ornament for any of these purposes or just to hang in your home or…

Concrete garden ornaments are a way to add visual interest and decoration to your garden and patio. Cast concrete garden ornaments like stepping stones, shallow bowls and birdbaths can be easy and…

Everyone loves the fun and beauty of Christmas, and making your own wine cork ornaments can add memories that will last for ages. The simplest materials, whether paper, clay or corks can be crafted…

Christmas is a time when you can be creative and make just abut anything. Satin ball ornaments for the tree are a real treat to make. You can be as creative as you want. You can have multiple colored…

Piñatas are normally reserved for holidays like Cinco De Mayo, Halloween and birthdays, but children and adults can celebrate the candy bashing festivity any time of the year. For Christmas,…

Using some simple crochet you can create lovely, personalized Christmas ornaments. Begin with a simple crochet ball and the possibilities are endless.

The plastic canvas industry makes a round 2-piece ball to allow crafters to make their own ornaments. The ornaments can be stitched with satin ribbons and metallic cording in standard Holiday colors…

These are great decorations that can be used for all types of occasions. They can be used as Christmas tree ornaments or wreath ornaments around the holidays. Try creating a theme party like…

The craft of making starch and string ornaments is not only enjoyable but versatile. Depending on the colors you choose, the decorations can be used for a variety of holidays. Another bonus with this…

Instead of the same old paper present tags, why not make a fun foam creation that will stand out on the present? Christmas ornament gift tags are a fun project that's easy to create and can be used…

This angel Christmas ornament is a nice way to recycle those piled up old advertising CDs or CDs you are not sure what to do with. Instead of throwing them out or sticking them in a drawer to pile up,…

Christmas is one of the best seasons for craft-making. Along with the peace on earth and goodwill to all men comes a sizable dose of the creative crafting bug to fuel you to even greater Christmas…

How to make a clay pottery bowl for kids; all this and more in this free arts and crafts video taught by an expert.

How to make a clay pottery Christmas ornament for kids; all this and more in this free arts and crafts video taught by an expert.

Crocheting a Nantucket basket ornament for your Christmas tree is easy with my free pattern!

Christmas is a wonderful time for making simple crafts and these mitten ornaments are a great way to get the whole family involved. This is a project that, with a little help, lets children use their…

These clay Christmas ornaments are a great way to introduce kids to pottery while allowing them to develop their artistic side. Using some common materials from around the house, you and your kids can…

Making your own unique ornaments is a great way to express your individuality. Quilted Christmas ornaments can be made with any pattern or material so they will match existing decorations and home…

Eggs aren't just for Easter any more. By using unusual eggs and different holiday colors to dress them up, you can create incredible Christmas ornaments from emu eggs. Here's a stepwise guide on how…

Making a walnut cradle ornament for your Christmas tree is a fun project for young children and they will love hanging it on the tree each year. Follow these steps.

Antique Christmas ornaments can add an Old World or vintage touch to your holiday décor. Begin a collection of antique ornaments and look for pieces throughout the year. This way, you can bring…

Some people love Christmas so much that they never put away their prized decorations. For fragile collectibles, glass cases might be a good idea for keeping away dust.

These batting-filled ornaments can be made in any size or shape; they're a wonderful way to use up your scrap fabric. Make Christmas bells, hearts, stars, Santas, gingerbread people ' any holiday…

Add a little spice to your holiday decorations with homemade cinnamon ornaments. These ornaments can be hung from the Christmas tree or elsewhere in the house. Cinnamon ornaments also make great…

Using dough is one of the simplest - and cheapest - ways to make your own ornaments.