How to make your own DIY Christmas decorations and save money this holiday
Christmas is coming, and with it, the inevitable expenses. This year, why not try making your own Christmas decorations? Not only will you save money, but you’ll also have a lot of fun in the process! In this post, we will provide you with a few easy-to-follow tutorials for DIY Christmas ornaments and garlands. Making your own Christmas decorations is a great way to save money and have fun at the same time. So put on your Santa hat and get started!
Simple snowflake ornament
To make a simple snowflake ornament with just a few household items, you will need:
– White paper
– Scissors
– Tape or glue
Instructions:
First, cut out a snowflake shape from the white paper. Make sure that the snowflake is symmetrical and has six points.
Next, cut out thin strips of paper for the snowflake’s arms. The strips should be about an inch long.
Now it’s time to start assembling your snowflake! Tape or glue the arms onto the snowflake, spacing them evenly around the edge.
Your ornament is now complete! Hang it on your Christmas tree or in a window to enjoy its beauty.
Christmas trees
Christmas trees can be expensive, but they don’t have to be. You can easily make your own Christmas tree with a few simple materials. To make a DIY Christmas Tree, you will need:- A cardboard tube (from a roll of paper towels or toilet paper)- Green paint or a green marker- A star or other decoration for the top.
Instructions:
1. Cut the cardboard tube into thirds, with each section being about 12 inches long. 2. Paint or marker the cardboard green. 3. Glue or tape a star or other decoration to the top of the tree. 4. Place your tree in a spot where you want to display it and enjoy.
Artificial Wreaths and Garlands
Wreaths and garlands are a popular way to decorate for Christmas, and they can be expensive to buy. But with a few simple materials, you can make your own wreaths and garlands for a fraction of the cost.
For wreaths, you will need: A wire hanger Greens (such as evergreen branches, holly, or ivy)- Ribbon or other decorations. To make the wreath, start by bending the hanger into a circular shape. Then twist the ends of the hanger together to form a hoop. Next, take your greens and attach them to the hoop using wire or tape. You can either attach them randomly or create a specific design. Finally, add ribbon or other decorations to finish off your wreath. Hang it on your door or wall, or place it on your Christmas tree. For garlands, you will need:- Yarn or string- Evergreen branches (or other Christmas decorations)To make the garland, start by tying one end of the yarn or string to a branch or decoration. Then tie the other end around another branch or decoration. Continue tying yarn or string between branches until you have created the desired length for your garland. If you want to add more decoration to your garland, simply tie additional branches or decorations onto the existing ones. Hang your garland on a door, wall, or Christmas tree and have fun.
