55 Magical DIY Christmas Home Decorations

Doors don’t have to be decorated with wreaths, and fridges and staircases don’t have to be left bare. I’m a real Christmas freak, so when the time comes around, I like to pull out all the stops to decorate the entire house; inside and out.

I’ve collected some of my absolute favorite festive home decorations so that not only will people be amazed when they walk into your house, but their jaws will drop even when they’re just passing by the outside, too.

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• 1. Pinecone Owls
• 2. Lit Up Hallway
• 3. Santa Hat Chair Covers
• 4. Wooden Tree Sign
• 5. Ice Lanterns
• 6. Santa Hat Door Vase
• 7. Gift Wrapped Door
• 8. Holiday Door Mat
• 9. Frosty the Fridge Snowman
• 10. Holly Stairwell Garland
• 11. Craft Stick Snowflakes
• 12. Ribbon Star
• 13. Ball Ornament Window Decoration
• 14. Reindeer Mailbox
• 15. Elf Napkins
• 16. Moss Joy
• 17. Holy Wall
• 18. Christmas Lights Garland
• 19. Cotton Ball Snow
• 20. Grinch Door
• 21. DIY Snowflake Christmas Card Holder
• 22. Colorful Holiday Dining Room
• 23. Holiday Bar Cart with Shutterfly
• 24. DIY Giant Christmas Ornament Pillows
• 25. Giant Cardboard Christmas Trees
• 26. DIY Paper Christmas Houses with Gold Foil Accents
• 27. DIY Lighted Christmas Sign
• 28. Snowflake Decorations for Winter Holidays
• 29. Hanging Star Luminaries
• 30. Christmas Village Stocking Hanger Box
• 31. Joy To The World Mantel
• 32. DIY Wooden Christmas Tree Forest
• 33. DIY Pom Pom Christmas Stocking
• 34. Mini Cactus Christmas Tree DIY
• 35. Star Garland + Easy Homemade Air Clay Recipe
• 36. Easy Christmas Craft & DIY Scented Candle
• 37. Giant Snowflake Light-Up Marquee
• 38. DIY Lighted Christmas Stars
• 39. DIY Christmas Village for the Cozy Minimalist
• 40. Winter Pom Pom Wreath DIY
• 41. Chamberstick as a Christmas Candy Dish
• 42. Yarn Tree DIY with Twinkle Lights
• 43. 7 different DIY projects for clear ball ornaments
• 44. Gorgeous Marbled Ornaments
• 45. Ribbon Christmas Tree Ornaments
• 46. String Christmas Tree
• 47. Christmas Light Up Marquee DIY
• 48. DIY Christmas Lanterns
• 49. Popsicle Stick Snowflake Ornaments
• 50. Vintage Christmas Paper Chain Garland
• 51. Easy Snowball Wreath with Cotton Balls
• 52. DIY Snowy Mason Jars
• 53. Christmas stair decor ideas
• 54. DIY Holiday Ice Lanterns
• 55. Tea Light Christmas Decorations for the Table

1. Pinecone Owls

Yes, I’m still obsessed with owls, so what a great idea to incorporate them into Christmas using pinecones! My plan is to make a whole bunch, and either stack one on each stair leading up to my front door or hang them outside in a tree.

2. Lit Up Hallway

Light up your hallway ceiling with twinkle lights to really get the full holiday cheer effect. This is super easy to do and won’t take up too much of your time. So don’t let anything get in the way of making your house sparkle!

3. Santa Hat Chair Covers

What could be cuter than topping off your beautifully decorated Christmas dinner table with Santa hats for the chairs? Nothing, that’s what. These felt hats are easy to make, and if you use the polyester felt, you’ll be able to wash them and bring them out again next year.

4. Wooden Tree Sign

A few sticks found in the backyard can create a beautifully rustic Christmas sign to hang either indoors or outdoors. You could certainly spray the sticks if you prefer some color, but I’m a big fan of the natural color.

5. Ice Lanterns

These ice lanterns would look amazing leading up the stairs to your home, welcoming your guests as they arrive. The addition of food coloring gives it such a cool effect, and it should be cold enough outside to stay frozen as long as you need them.

6. Santa Hat Door Vase

If you’re in the mood for an alternative to the traditional wreath, turn a Santa hat into a vase and hang it from your door this year. Some evergreen and poinsettias would finish it off perfectly.

7. Gift Wrapped Door

Turn your front door into a wrapped gift, complete with a gift tag! It’s easy and quick to make and will make such a delightful impact on all who pass by.

8. Holiday Door Mat

Of course, your door isn’t the only thing that can be decorated to spread the holiday cheer – your door mat can get in on the fun, too! Get yourself a cheap mat and paint some festive geometric triangles to mimic Christmas trees. It’s a quick, easy, inexpensive way to welcome people to the festive season.

9. Frosty the Fridge Snowman

If you’re like the majority of people, you have a white fridge. This is something that should definitely be taken advantage of during Christmas time as you remove all your magnets and pictures and create Frosty the Jolly Fridge snowman. It’s quick, it’s cheap, it’s so damn cute.

10. Holly Stairwell Garland

This giant-sized holly garland will perfectly decorate your banister. Despite its large size, it’s actually a cinch to make.

11. Craft Stick Snowflakes

These oversized snowflakes will look absolutely beautiful hanging on your wall or windows. The process of putting them together is straightforward, and you can paint them however you want to suit your home.

12. Ribbon Star

This is ridiculously easy to make and looks so awesome! I like the rustic look of the wood, so I’d like to keep it outside, but it’ll work just about anywhere. You can even paint the wood if you want something a bit more colorful.

13. Ball Ornament Window Decoration

If you’ve followed our other suggestions of making your own tree decorations, then here’s a great way to put your old ball ornaments to good use; and if you don’t have enough, just go buy some cheap ones from the dollar store. All you have to do then is hang them from your window, and you’ve got yourself a quick and easy decoration.

14. Reindeer Mailbox

Your mailbox is another extension of your house, so why not decorate it? This Rudolph makeover is just so charming, and it’s pretty easy to do: you basically just wrap it in rope and then add the finishing touches.

15. Elf Napkins

Bring the elves to the table by folding your napkins either as little elf hats or shoes; they’re just as adorable as each other! You need not be an origami expert: it’s easy to do and will really give that table of yours just that extra touch to make everyone’s smiles just that little bit bigger.

16. Moss Joy

Spread the Joy to the entire neighborhood with these moss-covered letters on your door. I just love the natural look and feel, and the green color is just perfect! Of course, you can spell out whatever you want with the wooden letters: Noel, Santa, etc.

17. Holy Wall

Although this holly is oversized, it’s a nice minimalist, simplistic design to brighten up your wall, and since we all know how busy this time of year gets, I’ve picked this specifically because it’s easy and quick to make.

18. Christmas Lights Garland

Dress up your stairway with this lovely light-and-fabric garland! I quite enjoy keeping the houselights dimmed during my Christmas dinner so that all the candles and fairy lights create a festive ambiance, so this fits in perfectly with my plan.

19. Cotton Ball Snow

Have you ever noticed how cotton balls look like little snowballs? Someone came up with the brilliant idea of stringing them together to make a snowball garland, and I’m in love with the white Christmas! You can hang this literally anywhere; the more strings the merrier!

20. Grinch Door

If you like a little bit of darkness at Christmas, then instead of turning your door into a giant Santa or Snowman, turn it into the Grinch! If you have colored paper lying around the home, then you can certainly use that, but bear in mind that felt with last longer and be more durable in the cold weather.

21. DIY Snowflake Christmas Card Holder

Are you in search of a creative way to display your Christmas cards? In this tutorial, learn how to construct an attractive snowflake Christmas card holder using foam shapes and craft-store wood.

22. Colorful Holiday Dining Room

This holiday dining room features a centerpiece of bottle brush trees in a wooden tray, highlighted with lamb ears and eucalyptus. Using teal blue and blush pink, it reimagines traditional decor.

23. Holiday Bar Cart with Shutterfly

Do you want to add some festivity to your holiday party? In this tutorial guide, you'll learn to create a personalized holiday bar cart with printable 'Making Spirits Bright' decor.

24. DIY Giant Christmas Ornament Pillows

This DIY guide provides steps to create charming Christmas ornament pillows. Using fabric, stuffing, and your creativity, you can craft these festive decorations for the holiday season.

25. Giant Cardboard Christmas Trees

This Christmas season, bring joy with DIY giant cardboard Christmas trees. It's a fun project that encourages creativity and offers easy storage after the holidays.

26. DIY Paper Christmas Houses with Gold Foil Accents

This Christmas decor focuses on creating DIY paper houses with golden touches. It involves the use of smooth multicolored cardstock, metallic vinyl, scissors, and adhesive for construction.

27. DIY Lighted Christmas Sign

Are you looking to illuminate your festive decor? In this DIY guide, you'll learn to create a charming lighted Christmas sign using basic craft supplies and lights.

28. Snowflake Decorations for Winter Holidays

With this DIY tutorial, create magical snowflake decorations for the winter holidays. It provides an easy process to make indoor snow flurries overnight, perfect for a magical surprise for kids.

29. Hanging Star Luminaries

If you're seeking a festive DIY project, how about creating stunning hanging star luminaires? In this tutorial guide, you'll master the art of star assembly and light securing for a glowing porch display.

30. Christmas Village Stocking Hanger Box

Do you desire a handmade, stylish box to hang your Christmas stockings from? In this DIY project, you'll discover how to construct a charming and practical stocking holder box from scratch.

31. Joy To The World Mantel

This DIY decoration creates a vibrant mantel with hoop wreaths, bottle-brush trees, and glowing mini houses. Using various materials, you can craft snowflake ornaments, 3D trees, and festive garlands.

32. DIY Wooden Christmas Tree Forest

Are you looking for a unique and whimsical addition to your holiday decor? In this project, create a charming wooden Christmas tree forest using simple materials and tools.

33. DIY Pom Pom Christmas Stocking

This Christmas season, create charming stockings adorned with handmade pom poms. It's a festive, customizable project using chunky yarn and stocking bases for a unique holiday touch.

34. Mini Cactus Christmas Tree DIY

With this creative DIY tutorial, you can bring a desert touch to your Christmas decor by creating a mini cactus tree. It thoroughly explains how to construct various sizes, catering to everyone's holiday aesthetic.

35. Star Garland + Easy Homemade Air Clay Recipe

This Christmas decor tutorial guides you in crafting a beautiful star garland using homemade air clay. It allows for customization, with options to paint and color after drying.

36. Easy Christmas Craft & DIY Scented Candle

Do you fancy a festive, aromatic touch to your holiday decor? In this tutorial guide, you'll master the art of creating an easy, DIY-scented holiday candle.

37. Giant Snowflake Light-Up Marquee

Are you in search of a unique, festive DIY project? In this guide, you can create a giant, customizable snowflake light-up marquee from foam core or wood.

38. DIY Lighted Christmas Stars

These DIY lighted Christmas stars add a charming touch to any festive setting. Using wooden slats and strands of lights, you can assemble and wrap them to create stunning indoor or outdoor decorations.

39. DIY Christmas Village for the Cozy Minimalist

This DIY guide demonstrates how to build a minimalist Christmas village with a cozy feel. Using common household items like ceramic houses and string lights, a charming festive display emerges.

40. Winter Pom Pom Wreath DIY

This Christmas season, immerse in a DIY project to create a cozy, festive winter pom pom wreath. It features customizable yarn pom poms and vintage accessories.

41. Chamberstick as a Christmas Candy Dish

Do you enjoy repurposing vintage items into unique holiday decor? In this DIY project, a simple chamberstick candle holder is transformed into an enchanting Christmas candy dish.

42. Yarn Tree DIY with Twinkle Lights

The. se Christmas decor instructions reveal how to craft a DIY yarn tree illuminated with twinkle lights. It delivers a warm, festive glow, enhancing your white farmhouse holiday aesthetic.

43. 7 different DIY projects for clear ball ornaments

With this tutorial, you can create no-mess glitter ornaments using clear balls, Murphy's Oil Soap, and glitter. It's a fun, easy, and quick DIY project that even kids can enjoy.

44. Gorgeous Marbled Ornaments

Do you fancy handcrafted, unique holiday decor? In this tutorial guide, you'll learn to create stunning marbleized ornaments, adding a personal touch to your festive decorations.

45. Ribbon Christmas Tree Ornaments

This DIY project offers a creative way to make unique Christmas tree ornaments with ribbons and beads. Using your choice of ribbon colors, you can craft personalized, bead-adorned holiday decorations.

46. String Christmas Tree

Are you in search of a crafty and unique Christmas decoration? In this step-by-step guide, create your own string Christmas tree, beautifully decorated with sparkling adhesive gem rhinestones.

47. Christmas Light Up Marquee DIY

48. DIY Christmas Lanterns

This Christmas decor project centers on creating captivating Christmas lanterns. They make for a delightful and personalized addition to your holiday decor.

49. Popsicle Stick Snowflake Ornaments

These popsicle stick snowflake ornaments are charming holiday decorations crafted by gluing together Popsicle sticks in the shape of snowflakes and then embellishing them with paint, glitter, and other festive elements.

50. Vintage Christmas Paper Chain Garland

This vintage Christmas paper chain garland is a classic holiday decoration made by linking colorful paper strips together in a chain pattern. It's a simple and timeless DIY craft that can evoke a sense of holiday nostalgia.

51. Easy Snowball Wreath with Cotton Balls

An easy snowball wreath with cotton balls is a simple and charming DIY wreath project. It's a fun and budget-friendly craft that captures the essence of a snowy winter wonderland.

52. DIY Snowy Mason Jars

Do you wish to make faux snow-covered mason jar luminaries this holiday season? In this tutorial guide, learn to combine Epsom salt, glitter, and glue for a sparkling, festive decoration.

53. Christmas stair decor ideas

This Christmas decor guide offers a variety of DIY stair decorations, including colorful blooms and paper stars on banisters. It showcases how mini winter bobble hats can add a festive touch.

54. DIY Holiday Ice Lanterns

With this DIY guide, you can create stunning ice lanterns using water, cranberries, and greenery frozen in a soda bottle. It provides step-by-step instructions for a unique holiday decoration.

55. Tea Light Christmas Decorations for the Table

This DIY project creates charming Christmas table decor with wine glasses and tealights. Using fake snow, glass baubles, red stars, and tea light inserts, you craft a cozy, festive atmosphere.