20 Handmade Christmas Tree Decorations for Your Mantle

Create a few origami Christmas trees to decorate this year.

They’re easy enough for beginners yet elegant enough to double as stylish holiday home decor.

If plain paper trees don’t quite do the trick, try pairing them with these DIY napkin trees.

Made from simple paper napkins, they come in endless color options to match any holiday style.

Whipped cream glue is a special prepared glue that mimics the look of whipped cream.

It’s the perfect base for these cute Christmas tree ornaments.

These paper accordion folded Christmas tree crafts are ideal for little ones who want to join in on the holiday crafting.

The printable template means it won’t add a ton to Mom’s workload, either.

This is a simple, cute ornament idea that can be put together using all supplies from the dollar store.

The wood slices are decorated with a painted Christmas tree, circled by gold jingle bells.

While the dollar store may sell its own version of the classic game Jenga, there’s a reason why this set costs so much less.

Put those blocks to better use with this super cute farmhouse style Christmas tree ornament.

While this tree is fairly painstaking, it is by no means too difficult to manage.

The secret is using a cutting machine to cut out all the felt branches beforehand.

Sometimes the simplest crafts are the best.

It’s hard to believe that a Christmas tree craft worthy of a spot on the mantle started life as a toilet paper roll.

Here’s another Christmas tree craft based around a styrofoam cone.

Grab a glue gun and a pile of feathers to make this amazingly fluffy craft.

This simple Christmas tree is perfect for anyone who has ever wanted to learn how to crochet but is scared to start.

It’s a basic pattern that is accessible to beginners, but still super cute.

This is a true DIY project, since even the base is homemade.

But the end results are so pretty, and only limited by the colors and patterns of ribbon that are on hand.

Next time you use up a roll of masking tape, don’t throw away the cardboard roll it was on.

Instead, use it for a pretty DIY ornament, perfect for gifting or display.

A pine cone Christmas tree is such a cute project, and it offers even more benefits.

Let the kids help, and turn it into a fine motor skills activity.

This DIY tassel tree can be made cheaply using supplies from the dollar store.

Plus the customized canvas frame adds a unique look to it.

Here’s a really cute Christmas tree idea that’s all about plaster.

It’s a fairly inexpensive material that allows for multiple trees to be made quickly and easily.

This Christmas tree craft was designed as a throwback to the ceramic trees from back when.

It’s quickly and easily made from a few clay pots and some paint.

String art is a fun and creative DIY project that’s much easier than it appears.

With just a few simple and affordable supplies, you can craft a charming Christmas tree design.

This simple DIY not only looks adorable but smells incredible too.

It’s an ideal craft for the whole family, and the cinnamon stick adds a warm, cozy Christmas scent.

Anyone who finds themselves reluctant to just throw away their Christmas cards after the season is over is in luck.

This cute DIY Christmas tree is made up of all the old cards, combined into one amazing project.

These string Christmas trees are beautiful and surprisingly beginner-friendly.

With just Mod Podge and yarn, you can easily create this charming holiday craft.