Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you can make these trees. You’ll be dipping yarn in Mod Podge and wrapping.

If you’re looking for a simple yet stunning holiday craft, these Mod Podge yarn Christmas trees are the perfect project! With just a few materials and a little bit of effort, you can create unique trees that add a handmade touch to your seasonal decor.

I personally love the texture that these add to my mantel.

You can also use these as a charming centerpiece for your holiday table, arrange them on your mantel for a winter wonderland effect, or even string tiny fairy lights around them for a cozy glow.

I tried LED candles inside of them and they look kind of amazing (don’t use real tealights – LED only please).

This project is a great way to use up yarn scraps you may already have in your craft stash. Whether you go for classic holiday hues or mix in modern, unexpected colors, the results are always beautiful.

The Mod Podge hardens the yarn into a sturdy yet lightweight structure, so your trees will last for years to come.

How are you going to apply the yarn? There’s really no rhyme or reason to it, you just want to make sure that it’s all overlapped and there aren’t many blank spots. These yarn trees so simple, a child could make them.

So grab some yarn, Mod Podge, and foam cones, and get ready to create some holiday magic! These DIY trees are proof that simple materials can lead to stunning results—perfect for decking the halls with handmade charm.

Gather These Supplies

• Styrofoam cone(s) – 3 of different sizes. You can reuse them after this project!
• Plastic wrap
• Mod Podge – I used almost an entire 16 oz. bottle
• Sponge paint brush
• Yarn
• Pin
• Scissors

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Yarn Christmas Trees

Learn how to make yarn trees with Mod Podge! This easy project is perfect for a holiday mantel.

Course Christmas

Keyword diy yarn christmas tree, yarn wrapped christmas tree, yarn wrapped trees

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Dry Time 1 day day

Total Time 1 day day 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 3 trees

Cost $12

Equipment

• Paintbrush(es)
• Scissors
• Plastic container to hold Mod Podge and dip yarn

Ingredients

• 3 Styrofoam cone(s)
• 1 roll Plastic wrap
• 1 bottle Mod Podge Matte 16 oz
• 1 skein yarn green

Instructions

• Use plastic wrap to cover the cones. You’ll need several pieces. Just wrap as tightly as you can – you only need one layer (but it’s fine if the plastic wrap overlaps).
  
• Place ½ cup to 1 cup of Mod Podge into the middle of your plastic tray. Cut a length of yarn to work with (several feet long).
  
• Take the length of yarn and roll in around in the Mod Podge in the tray. You can squeeze off the excess. It needs to be coated in the Mod Podge, but doesn’t need to be dripping. You just want it saturated.
  
• Beginning at any point on the cone (I recommend starting in the middle), wrap the yarn around the cone, right on top of the plastic wrap. Continue wrapping the yarn around the cone until the entire piece is secure.
  
• Repeat the same thing you just did, this time with the second cone.
  
• Wrap the third cone with a length of yarn. Then you’re going to go back and repeat on the three cones, wrapping an additional length of yarn on each. Let dry.

  You don’t want to do too many lengths of yarn on the cone at once before allowing some dry time. The yarn will get too heavy and start to slide down the cone. I recommend doing two lengths at a time and then letting dry before layering.
  
• Continue dipping and wrapping yarn on all three cones until they are completely covered, to your desired thickness. I used approximately three-fourths of a 380-yard skein of yarn (medium weight). Let dry completely, preferably overnight.
  
• Starting with the smallest cone (it’s the easiest), start twisting the yarn tree off the cone. Hold the base with one hand and the tree separately and twist. If you need, you can compress the tree slightly and pull. It will bounce back. Repeat with the remaining trees, then remove all the plastic wrap to display.
  

Notes

Step 2: It’s easy to hide the beginning or end of the yarn when you start new pieces. Therefore if you’re new to this project, start with shorter pieces first.

If you enjoyed these yarn wrapped Christmas trees, I’d love for you to check out these other holiday ideas:

Chalkboard Trees • Countdown Chalkboard • DIY Christmas Village • Fabric Christmas Bowl • Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries • Gnome Wood Gift Tag • Hang Stockings Without a Mantel • Holiday Door Hangers • Merry Christmas Decor • Peace Wood Decor • Salt Dough Ornaments • Tree Mantel Decor • Wood Tree Centerpiece • Wood Trees with Book Pages

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Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you’ll be able to make these. You’re primary cutting felt and using a hot glue gun.

Have you seen these stacked hot cocoa snowmen out-and-about during your internet travels? You’ve got to admit – they are so cute. I recently saw this video and thought, “I need to make my own version immediately!”

Who wouldn’t love snowman hot chocolate jars, especially when filled with some delicious cocoa, marshmallows, and mints? I imagine these would be a favorite with teachers, neighbors, dog walkers, secret Santa recipients . . . or anyone, really!

With some basic mason jar craft supplies from Michaels, I made these silly snowmen with ease. I can’t wait to hand them out and see the smiles they are sure to inspire. Here’s how I made these Christmas mason jars!

Gather These Supplies

• Quilted mason jars – 4 oz., 3 for each snowman
• Acrylic paint – black and orange – get glass paint or multisurface
• Black felt – 1 piece
• Turquoise felt – 1 long piece, enough to fit around the jar
• Hot glue gun
• Scissors
• Paintbrush – small liner
• Craft knife and mat
• Ruler
• Silver Sharpie
• Round item slightly larger than your mason jar lid

Here’s the great thing about using hot glue on the jar lids – it’s removable later. When the jars are popped apart, you can peel the glue off the lids and reuse the jars.

Fill them with hot cocoa, marshmallows, mints, or anything else you like. You just need 12 oz. of goodies per snowman!

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Cocoa Snowman Jars

Learn how to make these cute hot chocolate snowman jars for Christmas gifts! Great for neighbors or hostesses.

Course Handmade Gifts

Keyword diy hot cocoa snowman jars, diy snowman hot chocolate jars, hot chocolate mason jar gift, hot chocolate snowman jars, hot cocoa mason jar gifts, hot cocoa mason jars, hot cocoa snowman jars, mason jar gifts, snowman gifts, snowman hot chocolate jars, snowman jars, snowman mason jar, snowman mason jar crafts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Dry Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 3 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 2 jars

Cost $10

Equipment

• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Scissors
• Paintbrush(es) small liner
• Craft knife and mat
• Ruler
• Sharpie Silver

Ingredients

• Quilted mason jars 4 oz., 3 for each snowman
• Acrylic paint black and orange
• 2 pieces Felt turquoise; 1 long piece enough to fit around the jar. black; 1 piece
• Round item slightly larger than your mason jar lid

Instructions

• Wash and dry mason jars with mild soap and water. Let dry.
  
• Use orange acrylic paint and your liner brush to add noses to two of the jars. Let dry. Use black acrylic paint and the end of a paintbrush to make dots for the eyes. Let dry. On two other jars, paint three buttons in the same way. Let dry.
  
• For the scarf, cut a strip of aqua felt about 1" wide. It’s easiest to use your ruler, craft knife, and mat for this. Fringe the ends with scissors.
  
• Grab the black felt. Cut a long piece the same you did for the scarf. Unscrew the mason jar ring and make sure that it fits around correctly with a slight bit of overlap. Trim to fit.
  
• Make the brim of the hat by tracing an item that is slightly larger than the mason jar lid (use the Silver Sharpie to trace). Place the mason jar ring inside the circle and trace the inside of the ring onto the felt.
  
• Make three cuts. Cut the outside of the brim, into the middle of the circle, and then cut out the inner circle. I found that cutting the felt this way made for the tightest fit.
  
• Before you glue any of your items together, fill the jars with the appropriate goodies. This will make it easier for you later – you won't have to unscrew the jars again.
  
• Glue the jars together bottom to top, using the hot glue gun. Place about 4- 5 big drops of hot glue down on the mason jar lid and set the other jar on top.
  
• Secure the brim around the lid using a few dots of hot glue. Make sure the seam is in the back. The good news about felt is that it has some stretch. If you find it doesn't quite fit . . . stretch it gently.
  
• Glue the top portion of the hat with hot glue – wrapping around to the back of the jar.
  
• To finish your cocoa jars, place the scarf around jars and secure with dabs of hot glue. Let cool before gifting.

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Notes

There will be no painting on one of the jars – the bottom jar.

Black felt: you’re going to need enough for two separate pieces for each snowman. You want a round piece that will be the brim of the hat, and then you need a long piece that will fit all the way around and be the main portion of the top hat.

For other Christmas ideas, check out our Santa mason jar, my snowman mason jar, our mason jar luminaries, or our painted Christmas mason jar vase.

Let me know what you think in the comments!

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Skills Required: Intermediate. To make this winter decor, it helps to have experience with paint and Mod Podge. You’ll be applying both, ironing the napkin down, then adding additional glitter paint.

Christmas is a magical time of year when everything sparkles a little brighter, and our homes become cozy havens of festive cheer. Today, I’m excited to share with you a delightful little project that’s as fun as it is simple.

It involves transforming a wood word from Dollar Tree – “Peace” – into a dazzling piece of Christmas or winter decor.

I didn’t have any specific plans when I was strolling the aisles of my local store and found this word. But what I loved about it is that the “A” is a tree . . . and I knew it had to come home with me.

When I got home, I browsed my stash and figured out what I wanted to do. I decided to take this wooden word and turn it into a stunning piece that screams (or rather, whispers) “winter wonderland.”

The process is as easy as it is fun. We’ll start by decorating the front with napkins. Yes, you heard that right – napkins! They’re not just for cleaning up spills anymore.

With a bit of Mod Podge magic, I’ll show you how to iron on napkins and turn the wooden word into a piece of art.

Then we’ll add a final flourish with some metallic and Gitterific paint. It’s like fairy dust for your crafts, adding that essential sparkle that every holiday decoration needs.

The result? A “Peace” plaque that’s not only a joy to create but also a beautiful addition to your holiday decor.

This project is a reminder that the joy of the season lies in the simple things – a little creativity, a touch of glitter, and the good feels of doing something yourself.

Scroll down for the full tutorial, and let’s spread some peace – and glitter – this holiday season. Remember, it’s not just about the destination but enjoying the creative process as well. Let’s get crafting!

Gather These Supplies

• Wood word – I used PEACE from Dollar Tree
• Holiday or winter napkin – also from Dollar Tree
• Mod Podge (any formula)
• Craft paint – white, metallic blue, metallic silver blue
• FolkArt Glitterific – Hologram
• Painter’s tape
• Craft knife and mat
• Emery board
• Paintbrushes
• Spouncer
• Parchment paper
• Mini iron
• Clear spray sealer (optional)

If you’re going to put a napkin on a dark MDF word like the one in this project, you’ll need to use white paint (or something light) on it first. Otherwise you’ll see the dark background of the word through the napkin.

I didn’t seal the napkin on top with Mod Podge. You can, but it might wrinkle. If it does, you can re-iron it (use the parchment paper again). Another option is to use a clear acrylic sealer on top (spray). Apply after the napkin sets and then let dry.

I used Glitterific paint, but you could also use Mod Podge Extreme Glitter. One isn’t better than the other, the Glitterific particles are just larger!

If you use glitter paint, I highly recommend using a spouncer. A brush just moves the glitter particles around while a small foam spouncer makes it easier to “place” the paint.

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Peace Wood Decor

Decorate a wood word from the Dollar Tree to create this unique peace sign! It's easy to do with Mod Podge and other supplies.

Course Winter

Keyword how to decorate a dollar tree wood word, peace wood decor, peace wood sign, peace wood word

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Dry Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 2 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 1 sign

Cost $2

Equipment

• Craft knife and mat
• Emery board
• Paintbrush(es)
• Spouncer(s)
• Parchment paper
• Mini craft iron

Ingredients

• Wood word
• Holiday or winter napkin(s)
• Mod Podge any formula
• Craft paint white, metallic blue, metallic silver blue
• FolkArt Glitterific Hologram
• Painter’s tape
• Clear acrylic spray sealer optional

Instructions

• Paint the wood word using white craft paint. Roll on one side, let dry, and flip over. Paint other side and let dry. Use a small brush to get inside the letters. Let dry completely.
  
• Apply a medium coat of Mod Podge to the top of the word. Let dry and repeat. Wipe away any Mod Podge that dripped over the edges. Let the two coats dry completely.
  
• Use painter's tape to tape off part of the design, if desired. I taped anywhere that I didn't want the napkin to adhere. You can use a craft knife to trim the painter's tape.
  
• While the Mod Podge is drying, separate the napkin from the bottom layers. You can use tape to help. You just want the top layer with the design.
  
• Place the napkin down onto the word. Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the napkin, and run the craft iron across the top several times. While you are doing this, the Mod Podge is melting below the napkin, and the napkin is adhering. Keep going until the napkin is fully adhered, including the edges.
  
• Let the word cool after ironing. Use an emery board to gently sand away the excess napkin. Sanding at an angle works very well. Continue until all the extra napkin is removed. I used a craft knife to remove the napkin around the painter's tape area.
  
• Remove the painter's tape and paint the tree area using the metallic paint. I used two blues; one for the base of the tree, and one for the star. Let dry.
  
• Apply Glitterific to the tree area with a spouncer. Let dry completely before displaying.
  

If you enjoyed this peace wood decor, let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other winter crafts:

• DIY Winter Vases for a Snowy Centerpiece!
• Wood Snowflake Decor with Dollar Tree Supplies
• Epsom Salt Snowman Votive for Winter
• Snowflake Votives Are Easy to Make for Winter
• How to Decoupage Wood Trees with Book Pages

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Skills Required: Intermediate. You’ll be cutting wood, cutting paper for decoupage, and then attaching the pieces to each other. It helps to have experience with tools and Mod Podge to complete this project.

Hey! It’s David from Cheltenham Road – I hope everyone is having a great holiday season.

My Etsy shop goes a bit berserk around the holiday, which is awesome and very satisfying. BUT it leaves very little time for other holiday themed projects.

I’ve been imagining these dimensional Christmas trees for weeks and finally found a little time to try out the idea. You could use them on a table, but they would also look great on a Christmas mantel. They’re actually quite versatile as holiday decor goes.

To make this easy wood Christmas craft I used:

• Craft sticks from Home Depot measuring 1/2″ thick by 2″ wide ($1.77 for 36″ in the lumber department)
• Scans of vintage Christmas wrapping paper (you can also use actual wrapping paper, scrapbook paper, or tissue paper)
• Mod Podge Matte
• White paint
• Saw
• Glue
• Sandpaper
• Scissors
• Hand saw or chop saw
• Protective eyewear
• Paintbrush
• Pencil
• Ruler

Have a great Holiday everyone! Thank you so much for all your comments on my projects and trips over to my blog and Etsy shop. I wish you all the very best for the new year!

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Decoupage Christmas Tree Centerpiece

Make a DIY Christmas centerpiece with inexpensive wood from the hardware store and Mod Podge! It's so easy.

Course Christmas

Keyword christmas centerpiece, christmas centerpiece ideas, christmas dining table décor, christmas table centerpiece, christmas table centerpiece ideas, christmas table decoration ideas, christmas table decorations, diy christmas centerpiece, diy christmas centerpieces, diy christmas table centerpieces, diy christmas table decorations, holiday centerpieces, xmas table decoration ideas

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 3 hours hours

Dry Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 5 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Servings 1 centerpiece

Cost $16

Equipment

• Hand saw or chop saw
• Protective eyewear
• Paintbrush(es)
• Pencil
• Ruler
• Craft knife

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Wood measuring 1/2″ thick by 2″ wide get four 36″ long pieces
• Vintage Christmas paper
• Mod Podge Matte
• White paint
• Wood glue
• Sandpaper
• Tray
• Faux snow
• Mini ornaments and gifts

Instructions

• Begin by laying out the wood slats, one on top of the other, on your work surface. Draw basic triangles (tree shapes) using the ruler and pencil.
  
• Then cut each slat to length (at an angle) using a saw.
  
• Once you cut all the pieces, lay them out on the table to form your three individual trees.
  
• Cut the paper you are using down to 2" wide strips – you’ll want enough to cover both sides of all trees.
  
• Mod Podge your Christmas paper into place on both sides of the slats. Let dry completely.
• Trim away any excess paper. Give the trees a second and third coat of Mod Podge, letting dry between coats.
• Paint the edges of the slats white and let dry. If desired, sand a bit of the edges down.
• Stack the pieces together on top of each other and attach with hot glue. You’ll twist each piece slightly as you glue it down.
  
• Hot glue each tree to a small scrap wood piece from the scraps as a base for stability.
• Place in a large tray and add Christmas embellishments like faux snow, small ornaments, and small packages.
  

Notes

• I used scans of vintage paper but you could use anything – wrapping paper,    Christmas napkins, scrapbook paper, etc.
• I did find they needed a little base to keep them super stable – I just glued the bottom to some scrap wood and covered it with snow.
• You can cut the slats with a regular hand saw as pictured, but a chop saw makes faster work of it. Just be careful with the smaller “tops” of the trees – you’ll want to go back to the handsaw for those for safety sake.
• If you’re not into sawing and power tools, you could do the same thing with popsicle sticks or balsa wood and a sharp craft knife.
• I decided (after I was done, of course) that I liked the paper that used designs or patterns a bit more than the ones that had Santa faces. There is something a bit “un-Christmas-y” about cutting St. Nick’s face in half!

If you like this Christmas craft for adults, I’d love for to you check out these other holiday craft ideas:

Believe Wood Star • Chalkboard Trees • Countdown Chalkboard • DIY Christmas Village • Fabric Christmas Bowl • Farmhouse Door Decor • Farmhouse Sign • Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries • Gnome Wood Gift Tag • Hang Stockings Without a Mantel • Holiday Door Hangers • JOY Plaque • Merry Christmas Decor • NOEL Wall Hanging • Peace Wood Decor • Tree Mantel Decor • Wood Ornament Decor • Wood Tree Centerpiece • Wood Trees with Book Pages

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Skills Required: None: Grab a bottle of Mod Podge and some scissors. This is one of the most simple projects you’ll ever do.

I know that right now many of you have little ones at home – they are out of school, it’s cold outside and they are bored. They might need some fun kids Christmas crafts! Kids love making Christmas ornaments!

Good news – Mod Podge is here to help. Since many of you are also setting up trees this weekend, you can set your kids at a table with these fabric scrap Christmas ornaments and let them go to town.

You know – adults actually love making these too. They are perfect for leftover fabric scraps if you’re a seamstress, and you can make some pretty pleasing color combinations with your scraps. Once you are done, slap them on the tree (okay, not so much slapping as placing).

These Mod Podge ornaments are so easy and inexpensive, you probably have everything you need already, and your kids are going to have a great time.

Here are the goods to make the kids Christmas ornaments. A couple of paper balls and some fabric. Oh, styrofoam works too, but I liked these because the hanger was attached. I have little patience when it comes to hanger-ing.

(learn how to make a Christmas wreath for kids here!)

Gather These Supplies

• Mod Podge – your choice of flavors. I used Glitter Gold, Glitter Silver, and Gloss. Glitter Mod Podge is no longer available so I recommend either Sparkle or Extreme Glitter
• Paper mache ornaments – as many as you want to make
• Fabric scraps – I didn’t have any holiday ones specifically so I bought 1/8 yard pieces from JoAnn. They were only around $.30 a piece with the sales right now
• Embellishments – whatever you have lying around; I used ribbon and buttons
• Flat paintbrush – one for everyone!
• Craft Glue
• Scissors

I had a great time decoupaging these! I fully believe adults should join in on kids Christmas crafts. Do you?

Let me know what you think in the comments. Here’s the printable how to:

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Decoupage Ornaments

Learn how to make these Mod Podge fabric ornaments with cute scraps! Perfect for your Christmas tree.

Course Christmas

Keyword decoupage christmas ornaments, decoupage ornaments, decoupage ornaments diy, diy decoupage christmas ornaments, how to decoupage christmas ornaments, mod podge fabric ornaments, modge podge christmas ornaments, modge podge ornaments

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes

Dry Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours

Servings 3 ornaments

Cost $5

Equipment

• Paintbrush(es)
• Scissors

Ingredients

• Mod Podge any formula
• Fabric scraps
• Embellishments ribbons, buttons
• Craft glue

Instructions

• Cut your fabric into manageable bits using the scissors.
  
• Add Mod Podge to the surface of the ornament – place a piece of fabric down and then brush over it to smooth it down. Repeat, continuing to add Mod Podge and place more fabric squares. As you cover one side of the ball, let it dry.
  
• Once the ball is dry, flip it over and complete the other side until the entire ornament is covered in fabric. Allow to dry.
  
• If desired, seal some of the ornaments with glitter Mod Podge. Let dry.
  
• Use the craft glue to add embellishments. You can also cut a length of ribbon with scissors and tie around the middle.
  
• Set to dry for at least a few hours before hanging on the Christmas tree.

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Notes

This Christmas craft might be good for them to make as gifts for family members. You can even have them decoupage pictures of themselves or names on top.

Did you and your kids love making these Mod Podge ornaments? I hope so! Let me know in the comments. I’d also love for you to check out these other ornament ideas:

Confetti • Crystal Photos • Kids’ Handprints • Letters • Mason Jar Lids • Mirrors • Mod Podge Glitter • Night Light Bulbs • Painted Wood • Paper Bags • Paper Balls • Paper on Glass • Photo Blocks • Rhinestones • Rustic Glitter • Salt Dough • Seashells • Shadow Box • Spools • Sugar

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Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you can make this Christmas ornament. It’s easy enough for older kids.

When it comes to Christmas, one thing stands out for me: glitter rules the season. There’s just something magical about adding a little sparkle to your holiday decor.

I’ll be honest—I don’t break out the glitter much throughout the year, but when the holidays roll around? It’s game on. The motto here is simple: “Go glitter or go home!” And trust me, with this project, I’m firmly in the “glitter all the things” camp.

This DIY rustic glitter ornament is the perfect blend of cozy and glam. It’s a craft that lets you embrace the natural beauty of twine while adding just the right amount of shimmer to your tree.

And the best part? You have options.

You can keep your ornament simple and rustic, letting the twine wrap take center stage, or go full-on holiday fabulous by sprinkling glitter on top. No matter your style, this ornament is sure to stand out among your Christmas decor.

Another thing I love about this project is how easy it is to make. You don’t need to be a crafting pro to pull it off—just a little Mod Podge, some twine, and a clear glass ball ornament.

It’s also a great way to add a personal touch to your tree or even create handmade gifts for friends and family. Who wouldn’t love a little sparkle in their stocking?

Whether you’re team minimalist or all about the bling, this project has something for everyone. So grab your supplies, pour yourself some cocoa, and let’s get crafting. Christmas is the perfect excuse to unleash your inner glitter fanatic!

Gather These Supplies

• Glass ornament (I used a clear one)
• Mod Podge Sparkle (Gloss is fine too)
• Twine
• Fine glitter
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Scissors
• Paintbrush

What do you think of all the glitter? Are you in love? And what about the twine that gives it a rustic touch? Let me know in the comments!

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Twine Christmas Ornament

Learn how to make a Christmas ornament with a rustic feel using Mod Podge and twine (and glitter!).

Course Christmas

Keyword DIY Christmas ornament, glitter ornament, how to make glitter ornaments with mod podge, rustic Christmas ornament, twine ornament

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Dry Time 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 3 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 1 ornament

Cost $1

Equipment

• Scissors
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Paintbrush(es)

Ingredients

• Clear glass ornament
• Mod Podge any formula, or Sparkle
• Twine
• Glitter gold, fine

Instructions

• Clean the surface of your glass ornament if necessary.
  
• Begin by putting a small line of hot glue around the very top of the ornament and then immediately laying your twine flat on top of the glue.
  
• Repeat this over and over again until the ornament is covered. (Line of glue, press the twine down on top of it, repeat).
  
• Cover twine in Mod Podge using a foam paint brush. At this point you can let dry and leave as is, or you can add glitter.
  
• If you are adding glitter, it is easier to work one half of the ornament at a time. Pour the glitter over the ornament until the desired coverage is reached.
  
• Repeat on the other side. Hang to dry for a few hours.
  

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Notes

Be sure to pour the glitter over a bowl or something similar to catch all the excess so it can be reused.

I’d also love for you to visit the following rustic and farmhouse Christmas posts:

• Free Rustic Themed Christmas Printables
• Farmhouse Christmas Door Decor with Duck Tape
• Spool Ornaments Made with Baker’s Twine
• Farmhouse Christmas Sign in Four Easy Steps
• Mason Jar Christmas Vase for Farmhouse Decor

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Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never used Mod Podge before, you’ll be able to do this project. It’s quite simple, great for kids and adults of all ages.

If you are wondering how to get children in on the Mod Podge holiday action, I have the perfect Christmas kids’ craft for you – learn how to make a Christmas wreath the EASIEST way possible. It’s really so simple and so sparkly (which kids love)!

It uses a beloved formula that doesn’t get quite enough attention around here: Sparkle Mod Podge.

The little ones may need some assistance with the cutting and gluing, but the Mod Podging is for every level (it’s kid safe!). You aren’t going to believe how easy this is.

(check out our kids decoupage ornaments for another fun idea)

Gather These Supplies

• Sparkle Mod Podge
• Gloss Mod Podge (optional)
• Foam wreath form – circle
• Fabrics of your choice – you can use any kind: Christmas, old scraps, etc.
• Felt in shades of green
• Buttons – red
• Scissors
• Paintbrush
• Glue
• Ribbon to hang

Here’s a little tip. I use Gloss Mod Podge to glue things down and put Sparkle on the top. You don’t have to do this; the Sparkle formula glues things down too – but I like to preserve my Sparkle MP!

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Kids Christmas Wreath

This wreath craft for kids is so colorful and festive with Sparkle Mod Podge! It's really easy to make and fun for adults, too.

Course Christmas

Keyword Christmas kids’ craft, Christmas wreath, Christmas wreath craft, Christmas wreath for kids, diy christmas wreath for kids, how to make a christmas wreath for kids, kids christmas crafts wreath, kids christmas wreath ideas

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Dry Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 wreath

Cost $8

Equipment

• Scissors
• Paintbrush(es)

Ingredients

• Mod Podge Sparkle
• Mod Podge Gloss
• 1 Foam wreath form circle
• Fabrics you can use any kind: Christmas, old scraps, etc.
• Felt in shades of green
• 6 Buttons red
• Craft glue
• Ribbon enough to hang

Instructions

• Start by cutting or ripping the fabric into long strips at least 12". Paint a few of the backs with a medium layer of Gloss Mod Podge.
  
• Wrap the wreath with the strips. You will likely find out you need more Mod Podge, so add it. Especially at the beginning and ends of the strips.
  
• Continue adding Mod Podge to fabric strips and then wrapping them. Once the strips have covered the wreath form, let dry.
• Paint a finishing coat of Sparkle Mod Podge over the top and let dry.
  
• Cut holly leaves out of felt using scissors. Cut a ribbon to hang.
• Use the hot glue gun to add the leaves and buttons to form the holly. Use the hot glue to also add the ribbon to the back of the wreath. Let cool completely before hanging.
  

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My next venture is to tackle it in winter form – blues, silvers. Your kids are going to have a blast (and you might even have a little fun yourself). Let me know what you think in the comments!

Looking for other Christmas kids’ crafts? Here are a few you have to see:

• Easy Handprint Ornament
• Easy Salt Dough Ornaments That Last
• Christmas Shirt for Kids
• Night Light Bulb Ornaments
• Easy Paper Plate Christmas Crafts

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Skills Required: None. Even if you’ve never crafted before, you can make these simple light covers. You’ll be Mod Podging and sprinkling glitter.

Are you ready to embrace the holiday spirit and add some sparkle to your Christmas decor? Over here, we’re already pulling out the glitter and getting crafty, and I couldn’t wait to try a project that’s been on my list for ages: snowball Christmas lights.

There’s something so magical about the idea of twinkling snowballs brightening up your holiday space.

This DIY is not only fun but incredibly simple, making it perfect for even the busiest season of the year. Using everyday ping pong balls, some Mod Podge magic, and a sprinkle of iridescent glitter, you can create light covers that look just like glittery snowballs!

They’re the perfect touch to add whimsy and warmth to your mantel, tree, or even a festive garland. Plus, it’s a budget-friendly way to customize your Christmas lights and make your home shine brighter than ever. Let’s get started on this dazzling holiday craft!

Gather These Supplies

• Mod Podge Matte or Gloss
• White ping pong balls – 24
• Christmas lights – one strand of white, 24 bulbs
• X-Acto knife
• White glitter – large flake
• Paintbrush

Slip the balls over the lights and enjoy the sparkly snowball effect! PS: Remember to NEVER leave Christmas lights on unattended.

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DIY Snowball Lights

You'll love this Christmas light covers DIY using ping pong balls. Add glitter – so pretty!

Course Christmas

Keyword Christmas lights DIY, christmas snowball lights, Diy Christmas lights, snowball christmas lights, snowball lights

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Dry Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Servings 1 strand

Cost $5

Equipment

• X-Acto Knife
• Paintbrush(es)

Ingredients

• Mod Podge Matte or Gloss
• 24 White ping pong balls
• 1 strand white Christmas lights 24 bulbs
• Glitter white, large flake

Instructions

• Start by taking the X-Acto knife and making a small hole in each ping pong ball. Smaller is better, as the ball will need to fit snugly over the lights later.
  
• Give each ball a generous coating of Mod Podge.
  
• Cover each ball in glitter and then allow to dry completely. I usually do one side, let dry, and do the other.
  
• Slip the balls over the lights and enjoy the sparkly snowball effect.
  

Notes

Be very careful while cutting the ping pong balls! Wear a leather glove to hold the ball if necessary.

For sprinkling glitter: use large plastic tweezers like you see in the image (you can find them in a craft section). Another thing I do is put “my balls” on a wooden skewer to paint, then I stick that into a block of floral foam to dry. It’s so handy.

For more Christmas craft ideas I think you’re going to love, check out these posts:

Believe Wood Star • Chalkboard Trees • Countdown Chalkboard • DIY Christmas Village • Farmhouse Door Decor • Farmhouse Sign • Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries • Holiday Door Hangers • JOY Plaque • Merry Christmas Decor • NOEL Wall Hanging • Peace Wood Decor • Tree Mantel Decor • Trees on Cars Shadowbox • Wood Ornament Decor • Wood Tree Centerpiece • Wood Trees with Book Pages

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Skills Required: Beginner. You’ll be doing relatively easy stamping as well as covering tags with Mod Podge and glitter. You don’t need prior crafting experience to accomplish this project.

Happy holidays everyone!!

Last year I started working on my coastal Christmas decor with some coastal ornaments for my tree. This year I have added my coastal glittery Christmas trees. I still have a couple more things to do to complete my look this year.

This year, I got a Southern Living Holiday Magazine. While flipping through the pages I spotted this beautiful nautical inspired Christmas wrapping paper. I fell in LOVE!

BUT it was getting close to Christmas and I didn’t want to order it. I wouldn’t have had the time to receive and wrap presents as well.

So I decided to save this homemade gift wrap idea. This past year, I bought some great nautical stamps that I’ve been saving to make something. You can use any kind of stamps you want and customize this DIY wrapping paper to your style.

The biggest question I get about this project is, “what should I use as the base?” I love using the packing paper from the Dollar Tree that comes on a roll. Last year I wrapped all my gifts in it.

You’ll hear this brown paper referred to as “kraft paper” and “butcher paper” as well. You can purchase it from a variety of places, like The UPS Store, WalMart, Target, Michaels . . . or even online.

In addition, kraft paper comes in white if you aren’t digging the brown. You can also use packing paper that comes in the sheets – however, that’s more like newsprint.

The stamps won’t be as vibrant on the newsprint. My personal favorite is the brown kraft paper, but you do have options!

When you head to the craft store, select several different ribbons for your packages. But what are you going to Mod Podge, you ask? Well, the embellishments for the wrapping! You’ll choose wood shapes (going along with the theme of your wrapping).

In addition, you’ll want to grab glitter, which you’ll adhere to the shapes with the Mod Podge. Use a thicker, chunky glitter if you don’t want to paint the wood shapes, so the coverage is better.

Are you ready to learn how to make your own gift wrap? Keep reading.

Gather These Supplies

• Mod Podge Gloss
• Kraft Paper or Packing Paper
• Stamps
• Glitter
• Ribbon
• Stamp Ink
• Wooden Embellishments
• Scissors
• Paintbrushes
• Tape

What stamp pattern and wood pieces will you use? Let me know in the comments!

This process was so easy; I’ll be doing all my gifts like this. Now that you know how to make your own wrapping paper, you can style yours any way you like.

Don’t you think Martha Stewart would be proud? I heard she has a room devoted strictly to gift wrapping . . . get the how to below:

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DIY Gift Wrapping Paper

Learn how to make homemade wrapping paper with kraft paper, stamps, and wooden tags! You can customize this a variety of ways.

Course Christmas

Keyword diy christmas wrapping paper, diy wrapping paper, homemade wrapping paper, how to make wrapping paper, how to make your own wrapping paper, make your own christmas wrapping paper, make your own wrapping paper, make your own wrapping paper from brown paper, making wrapping paper

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Dry Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 5 gifts

Cost $5

Equipment

• Scissors
• Paintbrush(es)
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Ingredients

• Mod Podge Gloss
• Kraft paper or Packing Paper
• Stamps
• Glitter
• Ribbon
• Stamp Ink
• Wooden Embellishments

Instructions

• Lay out the paper on a working surface. Cut the paper to fit the size of your gifts so you know the size of the area you need to stamp.
  
• Select your stamps and figure out the pattern you would like. Ink your stamps and firmly stamp them on them onto the paper.
  
• Wrap the gifts with the stamped kraft paper. Hot glue the ends to seal.
  
• Measure the decorative ribbon, cut with scissors, and wrap around the packages. Combine textures and styles.
  
• Apply Mod Podge to a wood shape and sprinkle on glitter. Let dry. Repeat to fill in any areas that are sparse. Let dry completely.
  
• Add the embellishments to the packages using additional ribbon or a hot glue gun.
  

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If you want to get even more crafting inspiration, be sure and visit the following posts:

Believe Wood Star • Brown Paper Bag Ornaments • Chalkboard Trees • Countdown Chalkboard • DIY Christmas Village • Fabric Christmas Bowl • Farmhouse Sign • Frosted Mason Jar Luminaries • Gnome Wood Gift Tag • Hang Stockings Without a Mantel • Holiday Door Hangers • JOY Plaque • Merry Christmas Decor • Peace Wood Decor • Salt Dough Ornaments • Tree Mantel Decor • Wood Ornament Decor • Wood Tree Centerpiece • Wood Trees with Book Pages • Wrapping Paper to Frame

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Skills Required: Beginner. You’ll need to know how to use Mod Podge, and a drill. The holes you’ll be drilling are basic, as is the decoupage portion of the project.

Hi, it’s David from Cheltenham Road.

Each year I throw a big Christmas Dessert Party. It’s one of my favorite things to do for the holidays. Tons of great friends and, of course, a chance for me to eat share a lot of my favorite desserts!

This year is no exception, and I’m really looking forward to it. I’ve been building my list of recipes and ideas over on Pinterest and trying to get things done as far in advance as possible so I can relax and enjoy the season.

I always try to make each dessert just a nibble, and cake pops are always a big hit.

In years past I just stuck them in some styrofoam, covered it with fake snow for a festive look, and called it a day. This got a bit messy as the evening wore on.

This year I thought I’d kick it up a notch and create a DIY cake pop holder just for the cake pops (or anything else I might “stick on a stick”! Last year I made s’mores on sticks. I highly recommend s’mores on sticks!).

Anyway. I gathered my supplies for this wood Christmas craft. Here’s what you’ll need.

Gather These Supplies

• Square wood plaque from Michaels (painted white)
• Print out of an vintage Christmas graphic scaled to the size of the plaque (Graphics Fairy is great for that)
• Matte Mod Podge (not pictured)
• Hard Coat Mod Podge
• Foam Brush
• Sandpaper
• Painter’s Tape (not pictured)
• Electric drill and a bit sized to the diameter of the sticks

One Holiday Party Project knocked out. Now I just need to go buy a Costco sized bag of sugar, and I’m all set! Have a great Thanksgiving everyone. -David

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DIY Cake Pop Holder

Learn how to make a wooden cake pop stand from a plaque! This is such a cute idea for parties or holidays, and is reusable year after year.

Course Christmas

Keyword cake pop holder, cake pop stand, diy cake pop stand, how to display cake pops

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Dry Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 2 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 stand

Cost $5

Equipment

• Foam brush(es)
• Scissors
• Drill and drill bits
• Ruler
• Pencil

Ingredients

• 1 Square wood plaque
• 1 bottle Craft paint white
• Vintage Christmas graphic sized to the plaque or scrapbook paper
• Mod Podge Matte
• Mod Podge Hard Coat
• Sandpaper
• Painter’s tape

Instructions

• Paint the plaque with white acrylic paint and let dry. Distress the edges with sandpaper.
• Print out a graphic to fit your plaque on a laserjet printer. Cut paper to fit the top of the plaque.
• Mod Podge the graphic into place on the top of the plaque and let dry 15 – 20 minutes. Then brush over the top using Mod Podge, and let dry.
  
• Make a simple grid sized to fit the number of cake pops you have.
  
• Tape over the top of the plaque using painter's tape. Drill directly into the paper and plaque at the marks.
  
• Seal the entire plaque with Hard Coat Mod Podge and let dry.

Notes

I only paid $1.50 for the wood plaque from the dollar bins up front at Michaels – everything else I had on hand. Costs will vary.

To keep the depth of each hole the same, I used a scrap of painters tape on the drill bit so I’d know when to stop drilling each time.

If you enjoyed making this Christmas craft, I think you’re going to like these other crafts as well:

• DIY Cake Stand with Dollar Store Supplies
• DIY Cake Pop Stands that Will Dazzle on the Dessert Table
• DIY Cake Stands For Entertaining or Decor
• Easy Cupcake Stand for Your Next Soirée

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