Are you ready to start planning for Christmas 2023? For Christmas in July, I’m sharing over 27 Easy Christmas Crafts, Cheap Christmas Decorations, Projects, and Craft Ideas.
I’ve gathered some of my favorite, easy, and budget-friendly Christmas Crafts that you can make now.
It’s hard to believe, but Christmas will be here in the blink of an eye. It’s my favorite time of the year, but it can also be a time for spending a lot of money.
If you’re looking for ways to save money on your Christmas decorations this year, why not try making your own?
Get started today with these economic ideas, and when you blink in a few weeks, you’ll be prepared.
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Christmas In July Blog Hop
I’ve joined with 16 of my favorite bloggers to bring you holiday inspiration to help you plan for your Christmas decorating and more.
Be sure to follow along at the end of this post to get so many valuable tips for the holidays.
Budget-Friendly Christmas Craft Ideas
Saving money on Christmas decorating doesn’t have to be hard. Most of these DIY projects are super easy to make as well as budget-friendly.
Easy Christmas Crafts
Let’s begin with a few super easy Christmas crafts that anyone can make.
Easy DIY Christmas Ornaments: Hot Glue Gun Crafts
These cute Angel and Cross Christmas Ornaments are made using a hot glue gun and hand-painted with gold and white accents. They can be made in various sizes and used for gift tags as well as tree ornaments.
Even if you’re not a big crafter and shy away from DIY projects, I think you will love how easy these are to make.
How To Repurpose Vintage Spools For Christmas Decorating
Have you ever found a Vintage Wooden Spool while thrifting? I found several at a yard sale, and you have to see this repurposed wood spool DIY idea I made for Christmas.
How To Add Faux Snow To Your Christmas Decor
If you are looking for an easy, no-mess way to add snow to your Christmas decor, check out this 2 Easy Step easy method. You can flock to a Christmas Tree & more without any mess. You can easily add faux snow to trees, wreaths, and pinecones; they also look great year after year!
Cheap Christmas Decorations
Y’all know I love inexpensive and budget-friendly decorating ideas. Here are some cheap Christmas decoration ideas using fresh greenery, recycled and foraged materials. In addition, these cheap Christmas decorations are eco-friendly and sustainable decorating ideas.
5 Sustainable Gift Wrap & Ornament Ideas
Y’all know I’m a fan of recycling scrap fabric, so I decided to make some sustainable gift-wrapping DIY projects using scrap fabrics. These eco-friendly wrapping ideas are budget-friendly and super easy to make.
The Secret To Making A Magnolia Wreath with Fresh Leaves
If you love a wreath with magnolia leaves, get ready for the easiest tutorial on how to make a magnolia wreath ever. It only takes an hour, and it’s almost free to make.
3 Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Ornaments To Make Now
If you’d like some inexpensive and easy DIY Christmas Ornaments, check out these Eco-Friendly ornaments. Most of the materials are foraged. However, you’ll love the sparkle and shine of the DIY Ornaments glitter.
DIY Dried Fruit and Herb Garland
See how to easily make a unique, sustainable dried fruit and herb Christmas garland. I’ve made several dried fruit garlands for previous holidays, but this one is my favorite. Plus, it’s easy to save and reuse the following year.
Additional Inexpensive Christmas Decoration Ideas
- How to Decorate A Christmas Tree With Dried Hydrangeas – Have you ever dried hydrangeas? It’s easy to do, and they are a great source for sustainable decorating. I’m excited to share how to decorate a farmhouse Christmas tree with budget-friendly dried hydrangeas. Read More
- The Secret To Making A Fresh Cedar Garland -Want to know the Secret to make Fresh Cedar Garland that stays together and doesn’t fall apart? I’ve made my fair share of Fresh Garlands, and although I follow all the instructions, they simply want to fall apart. This year I had another idea, and it worked like a charm. Read More
- How To Make A Fresh Herb Kissing Ball – Don’t you just love kissing balls for the holidays? Want to learn how to make a Kissing Ball for Christmas using fresh herbs, cedar, and dried oranges? It is easy, looks great, and smells even better. Read More
- How To Repurpose Old Christmas Decorations -Don’t you just love changing your holiday decor each year? But what do you do with last year’s decorations? In addition, what about all those new styles when you have boxes & boxes of the old style? Well, don’t throw away those old decorations because here is how to repurpose old Christmas décor to make it look fresh and up to the minute. Read More
- How to Use Greenery For Christmas Projects – Are you ready for some more sustainable and eco-friendly DIY projects? I’m sharing how to use greenery for Christmas DIY projects, such as Christmas boxwood mini wreaths, cedar ornaments for packages, and tree decorations. Read More
Christmas Projects
If you are looking for some Christmas projects that are a little more involved, you will want to check out these fun ideas.
You will love this step-by-step tutorial on How to Build a Wood Christmas Tree using reclaimed shiplap boards. This is an easy project to create a unique farmhouse-style tree. There’s no need to worry if you don’t have reclaimed wood because I’m sharing how you can age new wood at the end of this tutorial.
DIY Christmas Topiaries – Cheap Christmas Decorations
These DIY Topiaries are perfect for cheap Christmas Decorations. They are unique and so inexpensive to make.
DIY Real Cedar and Dried Orange Topiaries
These DIY Real Cedar & Orange Topiaries are a sustainable and budget-friendly way to decorate for the Christmas season. Fill your home with the wonderful fragrance of live greenery and save money this holiday by following this easy step-by-step tutorial.
How To Make DIY Foraged Christmas Topiaries
Do you love using topiaries to decorate for Christmas? These foraged DIY Christmas Topiaries can be made for almost free. All the supplies are gathered and recycled materials except for the styrofoam cones.
Paper Christmas Craft Ideas
Next are some creative ways to use paper for Christmas Craft Ideas.
Budget-Friendly Farmhouse Banister Garland
If you are looking for a unique way to decorate your banister for Christmas, check out this budget-friendly farmhouse Christmas Garland for Banister that is so easy to make. It is a rustic combination of a DIY project and bells used previously.
How To Make Paper Christmas Trees
Check out this tutorial on How to Make DIY Paper Christmas Trees that can be used alone, on a garland, or as a tree ornament. A cheap DIY Christmas tree made with regular white paper.
DIY Coffee Filter Floral Garland
This is an easy and cheap way to make a DIY Floral Garland using Coffee Filters from the inspiration I saw in the Ballard Designs catalog. This is a simple coffee filter crafts ideas that looks high-end.
Fabric Christmas Craft Ideas
There are so many fun craft projects that you can make with fabric. Even if you don’t sew, many of these projects include a no-sew tutorial. Let’s take a look at what you can make.
Easy Christmas Napkins With Cutlery Pockets
So here is a quick and easy DIY Christmas Napkins with Cutlery Pocket tutorial. These are perfect for the Christmas Holiday Season but can be easily adapted for any season.
Easy Christmas Table Runner Tutorial
Would you like a creative one-of-a-kind table runner for the Christmas holidays? I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial so that you can make your own. Plus, it looks great with the cutlery pocket napkins.
Easy To Make Ticking Fabric Tassels
I love using red ticking fabric for Christmas, so many DIY projects incorporate this fun fabric. I’m sharing a tutorial to make Easy DIY Tassels for a Christmas Garland & more cute ways to use these fun tassels during the Holiday Season. There are so many uses for these Easy Christmas Craft Ideas.
Easy & Whimsical Felt Christmas Trees Tutorial
Want to add some whimsical holiday decor this year? See How to Make Easy Rustic DIY-Felt Christmas Trees. They are so cute and fun to make.
Additional Fabric Christmas Projects
- Easy Scrap Fabric DIY Christmas Tree Pillow Cover – Here is an easy DIY Christmas Pillow Cover with a whimsical Christmas Tree using scrap fabrics. These simple instructions include a graphic for the Christmas Tree as well as a video tutorial. Read More
- Easy Distressed Ticking Christmas Stockings – Want a rustic Christmas stocking idea? Today, I’m sharing how to make Easy DIY Christmas Stockings with a vintage, distressed look. I’m sharing a no-sew method and, if you prefer, an easy-to-sew method. Read More
- How To Make A Simple Patchwork Quilt Christmas Tablecloth – Are you looking for a farmhouse-style rustic Christmas Tablecloth Idea? Here is how to make a simple Patchwork Quilt Christmas Tablecloth using several farmhouse-style, rustic, vintage-inspired fabrics. Read More
Napkin Decoupage Easy Christmas Crafts
Have you tried napkin decoupage crafts? It’s a fun and clever way to create unique one-of-a-kind decorations.
Here are a few napkin decoupage easy Christmas crafts ideas you should start making now.
Easy Napkin Decoupage Christmas Ornaments
If you want unique ornaments for your Christmas tree, you need to make these decoupage Christmas Ornaments made using napkins. I added the napkins to these inexpensive ornaments from The Dollar Tree and ta-da; I have one-of-a-kind ornaments.
Easy DIY Gift Idea With Napkin Decoupage
Are you looking for some easy DIY Gift Ideas? You have to try these easy-to-make napkin decoupage coasters from DIY Coaster Tiles. They can be customized to match almost any decor.
Air Dry Clay Ornaments
This is another great Christmas craft idea. I recently started working with air-dry clay and love making Christmas ornaments and gift tags.
Check out this Air Dry Clay Ornament Tutorial. Clay Ornaments are a great way to create unique one-of-a-kind ornaments for your tree.
Resources
Christmas In July Blog Hop
Thank you for following along today. Be sure to hop over and see Jennifer at Cottage on Bunker Hill to follow along on the blog hop.
Join the Christmas In July Blog Hop for more holiday inspiration. To follow along, click the highlighted blog name.
The Ponds Farmhouse / Cottage on Bunker Hill / Chas Crazy Creations /
Design Morsels / The Tatter Pew / White Arrows Home
Midwest Life & Style / Bricks N Blooms / Simply 2 Moms /
Shiplap & Shells / Down Shiloh Road / Country Road 407
Celebrate & Decorate / WM Design House / Peacock Ridge Farm
/ Robyn’s French Nest / Life At Bella Terra
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AnnMarie | Simply2Moms
Wednesday 26th of July 2023
Thanks so much for hosting such a fun group for this blog hop Rachel! You have so many awesome Christmas craft ideas. Pinned!
Rachel
Thursday 27th of July 2023
AnnMarie, Thank you so much.
Kim | Shiplap and Shells
Wednesday 26th of July 2023
I can't tell you how happy I am that there is one place for all my favorite Christmas crafts! Now I just need to decide which ones to try and make for the holidays. Thank you so much for hosting Christmas in July Rachel.
Rachel
Thursday 27th of July 2023
Kim, Thank you for stopping by. I can't wait to see what you do.
Chas - Chas' Crazy Creations
Wednesday 26th of July 2023
Wow what a great collection of crafts! Thank you so much for hosting another wonderful hop.
Rachel
Wednesday 26th of July 2023
Chas, You are welcome. Thanks for participating.
Renae
Tuesday 25th of July 2023
You come up with the best ideas, my friend. You are so talented. Hugs to you.
Rachel
Wednesday 26th of July 2023
Renae, I really appreciate this. Thanks for stopping by.
Jennifer Howard
Tuesday 25th of July 2023
So many amazing projects!! I hope we never run out of new ideas!!! Thanks for putting this together today.
Rachel
Tuesday 25th of July 2023
Jennifer, Thanks you and I agree. It's so much fun to be creative and make unique items.