32 + Sustainable Christmas Craft Ideas & Trends

Are you thinking about Christmas here in the heat of July? It’s hard to believe, but we are already starting to plan Christmas Craft Ideas here at the farmhouse.

Sustainable Christmas is a big trend this year, and easy-to-make, budget-friendly, and eco-friendly Christmas crafts will be front and center. I have gathered 32 craft ideas and trends to share with you today.

What are Sustainable Christmas Crafts?

What does sustainability mean, and how do we relate it to Christmas crafts? Sustainable has become a buzzword for not harming the environment in our consumption so that future generations will continue to enjoy the conveniences of a modern lifestyle. You may use the terms Eco-Friendly or green when discussing sustainability.

When I was thinking of Christmas Crafts that would fall into this category, I also thought of crafts made from nature and recycled goods.

Using natural greenery is also a big trend for 2022, and as long as you don’t cut a tree, it’s definitely sustainable. So here are some of the Christmas Craft Ideas that I consider sustainable.

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Christmas In July Blog Hop

Welcome to the Christmas in July Blog Hop. I’m so excited to share all my sustainable craft trends. Plus, I’m joined by 23 of my favorite bloggers, who are all sharing ideas to help you plan your holiday decorating for 2022.

Today’s blog hop shows so much Christmas inspiration from the farmhouse, modern, traditional, and cottage-style homes.

How to Use Dried Fruit and Fresh Herbs for Christmas Crafts

First, drying fruit is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to make lovely Christmas Crafts.

One of my favorite projects is this simple Dried Fruit and Herb Garland. It smells delicious and looks great in the kitchen window.

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Another Christmas craft idea is this kissing ball made from dried oranges, cedar, and herbs.

See more information on How to Dry Fruit for Christmas Projects.

Christmas Crafts with Fresh Cedar

We have an abundance of cedar trees on our property, and making Christmas Crafts with fresh cedar is a Free project for the most part. Here are a few eco-friendly and sustainable Christmas projects.

The Secret to Make Fresh Cedar Garland

In this post, I shared how to use fresh cedar for outdoor garland and tips on how to keep it from drooping when exposed to the outdoor elements.

How To Make DIY Real Cedar and Orange Topiaries

This may be one of my favorite eco-friendly Christmas craft ideas. These cute Real Cedar and Orange Topiaries are easy to make and look great on a table or mantel. You can even use recycled styrofoam to make this a 100% foraged and recycled DIY project.

How to Keep Real Greenery Fresh

Fresh-cut greenery is inexpensive and easy to use for the holidays. Just fill your baskets and containers full, and ta-da!

However, the greenery will begin to dry quickly once brought inside the house. Here are my tips for keeping everything looking fresh longer.

Christmas Tree with Dried Hydrangeas

Are your hydrangeas in full bloom right now? If so, you may want to start collecting the blooms to dry for this stunning project.

I tried to save as many blooms as possible so that I could add them to my Christmas Tree last year. By combining the hydrangeas and thrifted shiny brites, the tree was decorated with sustainable and vintage materials.

The tree was filled with shiny brites for a simple vintage and recycled vibe the previous year.

Repurposed Old Christmas Decor

Here are several tips for repurposing your old Christmas decorations, which is a great way to recycle and avoid purchasing new decorations each year. These tips will help you to think outside the box when planning your 2022 Sustainable Recycled Christmas decorations.

Sustainable Christmas Tree from Reclaimed Wood

The first Christmas in our new farmhouse, Brad gathered several pieces of old reclaimed shiplap and created this upcycled wooden tree. Although originally used only at Christmas, it has also been a great seasonal tree for the past several years.

We shared this tutorial on How To Build a Wood Christmas Tree.

Recycled Materials For Christmas Crafts

Here are some ideas for recycling wine corks, paper, and more to create unique Christmas decorations.

Upcycled Wine Cork Christmas Tree

Save those wine corks and use them to create these adorable Christmas trees. Perfect for decorating your wine bar. See the Upcycled Wine Cork Christmas Tree Tutorial for details.

Oyster Shell Ornaments

Use recycled oyster shells to create Christmas ornaments. These napkin decoupage oyster shell ornaments can be used for the Christmas Tree or to make a garland.

Seaglass Ornament or Christmas Trees

Another fun coastal Christmas project is to make ornaments and Christmas trees with sea glass. You can see both tutorials here.

Upcycle Tin Cans For The Cutest Christmas Lambs

If you are looking for a unique upcycle project, these adorable Christmas lambs are fun. This Upcycled Tin Can Christmas Lamb project is perfect for the holidays.

Paper Christmas Craft Ideas

Here are a few ideas for using paper to make Christmas Crafts.

These DIY Paper Christmas Trees are fun to use as ornaments or string a few together for a great garland. For a fun recycled project, make them from copy, construction paper, or old magazine pages.

One of my favorite projects is this DIY Floral Coffee Filter Christmas Table Garland tutorial. It looks beautiful for the holidays, weddings, or showers.

Another fun way to add paper decorations is to make snowflakes from paper bags. The details for this banister garland can be seen on Farm Christmas Garland.

Foraged Christmas Decorations

It’s easy to forage pinecones to add to your sustainable Christmas decor, and they are free. This easy tutorial shows how I added the faux snow effect. The details for this Christmas Tablescape are available here.

You may also want to check out How To Make This Easy Christmas Table Runner.

Use fresh greenery to create these ornaments and package toppers. Read How To Use Fresh Greenery For Sustainable Christmas Decorations.

Following this simple tutorial, you can easily create a stunning Magnolia Wreath with freshly gathered leaves. Here is another Magnolia and Pinecone Wreath made with deer antlers and foraged supplies.

The Christmas Centerpiece is filled with foraged magnolia, cedar, and pinecones. See the Rustic Greenery and Pheasant Feather Centerpiece tutorial.

Another foraged project is these felt Christmas Trees. The bases are made using twigs and fallen tree limbs.

Sustainable Fabric Scraps Christmas Craft Ideas

First, here’s a fun DIY Scrap Fabric Pillow Cover for Christmas Craft Ideas and holiday inspiration. The design possibilities are endless, and you can see the details here.

Learn how to use scrap fabrics to make these 5 adorable recycled package toppers or ornaments.

This fun Christmas Table Throw is made using several small pieces of fabric.

Shop Thrift Stores for Christmas Craft Ideas

Another fun and easy project is these Easy DIY Christmas Ornaments. This technique can be used on recycled or reclaimed wood for a fun, eco-friendly ornament.

When you shop at thrift stores, you recycle Christmas Decor and save it from landfills. So many great items will make your home unique for the holidays. Some of my favorites are old Christmas Crafts such as needlework pieces. However, old wreaths can be repurposed and look brand new. I even find vintage shiny brite ornaments occasionally at the thrift store. So don’t dismiss this great budget-friendly, money-saving Christmas decoration option.

Christmas In July Blog Hop

Welcome to our Christmas In July Blog Hop. Be sure to click each link below to follow along on the hop for more Christmas Decorating Inspiration.

The Ponds Farmhouse / Cottage on Bunker Hill / Midwest Life & Style / Cottage in the Mitten / Down Shiloh Road / Bricks N Blooms

Simply 2 Moms / Shiplap & Shells / Peacock Ridge Farm / WM Design House / Thistle Key Lane / White Arrows Home

Pasha is Home / Tater Tots and Jello / Robyn’s French Nest / Chas Crazy Creations / DIY Beautify / Cloches & Lavender

The Crowned Goat / Common Ground / Life At Bella Terra / The Tattered Pew / Design Morsels / Follow the Yellow Brick Home

Thanks so much for stopping by today!