Christmas Craft Ideas: Easy Crafts for Children, Adults, and Gifts

There’s something magical about getting hands-on with Christmas crafts. Whether you’re decking the halls with DIY decorations or adding a personal touch to your festive gifts, a little creativity goes a long way. It’s not just about the end result (although a handmade wreath or beautifully decorated card never goes unnoticed). It’s about the joy of creating, the memories made, and the chance to slow down and connect with people you love to spend time with.

So grab a hot chocolate and pop your favourite festive playlist on. It’s time to celebrate the giving season with joyful Christmas craft ideas.

DIY Dried Orange Garlands

String slices of dried oranges with cinnamon sticks and star anise for a beautifully scented garland. Add sprigs of eucalyptus or dried flowers for a nod to nature.

Not sure how to make your own Christmas garland? Click through to read our step-by-step guide and find everything you’ll need, or watch our video tutorial with one of our fabulous florists.

Floral Baubles

Fill clear glass baubles with tiny, dried Christmas flowers or petals. Think mini poinsettia blooms or delicate winter berries. They’re perfect for adding a floral flourish to your tree.

Craft shops or online retailers are your go-to for finding clear, fillable baubles. Stick with plastic if you’ve got kids, pets, or lots of Christmas guests coming round — less worrying about shattered glass!

Handmade Wreaths

Skip the shop-bought decorations and make your own Christmas wreath using seasonal stems like holly, fir and mistletoe. Add pinecones, ribbons, or even fresh flowers for a statement piece that says “hello Christmas” loud and proud.

Make sure you’re foraging responsibly, or head to your local florist or garden centre to pick up festive foliage. Dried oranges, cinnamon sticks, ribbons, and feathers are all great for giving your homemade Christmas wreath the perfect finishing touch.

Mason Jar Snow Globes

Upcycle empty jars by filling them with fake snow, mini trees and figurines. Make sure your jar is sparkling clean and dry, then head to your local craft shop — they’re sure to be stocked up on fake snow and mini festive decorations. Spoon in a layer of fake snow, then carefully arrange your trees and figurines to create the perfect Christmas scene.

These easy mason jar snow globes make charming Christmas table decoration ideas, or even festive craft gifts.

Pressed Flower Ornaments

Place pressed flowers between sheets of transparent acetate and cut into festive shapes like stars or snowflakes. These crafts are stunning on a tree and a lovely way to incorporate Christmas flower decorations.

Vibrant, pressable flowers are most abundant in the UK during spring and summer, so start collecting early. Hydrangeas, ferns, rose petals, and wildflowers are all excellent choices. Take a trip to local garden centres, meadows, parks, and even your own garden — they’re all treasure troves for these types of flowers.

Floral Table Settings

Create mini bouquets with seasonal blooms and tie them with ribbon or twine to napkins. Add a handwritten name tag for a personal touch that’s bound to wow your guests.

As we shift away from the abundance of summer, look out for winter wonders like hellebores, ivy, holly, and winter heather. Keep your bouquets small, trim the stems neatly, and make sure that the flowers you choose complement your main Christmas table arrangement.

Natural Candle Holders

Wrap mason jars in lace or hessian, then glue on dried flowers or sprigs of fir. Pop in a tealight and watch them glow with festive warmth.

Any clean, empty glass jar will do. Make sure to leave a 3cm-5cm gap at the top of your jar to prevent your decorations from catching fire. Stick with tealights, or use battery-powered LEDs if you want to be extra safe.

3D Paper Stars

Use sturdy craft paper to fold and glue 3D stars for hanging decorations or table scatter. Lighter paper will collapse and going too heavy will make your stars hard to fold, so go with paper that’s between 160gsm and 250 gsm (grams per square metre).

Craft or stationery shops should stock everything you’ll need. Punch a small hole in one point of your stars, and hang them up with twine or ribbon for a magical touch at your window.

Paper Flower Poinsettias

Channel your inner florist and create homemade poinsettias using red and green paper. These look fab on mantels, garlands, or as unique Christmas gift toppers.

Stick with sturdy paper that’s not too heavy to fold, and don’t be afraid to experiment with modern Christmas colours like white, cream, or gold for an elegant look.

DIY Christmas Cards

Get ahead on your Christmas craft card ideas this year by crafting handmade designs that truly stand out. While shop-bought packs can certainly do the trick, a bespoke DIY card conveys a whole new level of thoughtfulness. Plus, there are tons of creative avenues to explore. Think cut-out snowflakes, floral stamps or even including dried flowers for a touch of natural sweetness.

Precision is key with intricate designs like snowflakes, so swap the standard scissors for a craft knife and cutting mat to get the finer details right. Delicate, flat-pressing flowers are best for Christmas cards, so look for options like daisies, pansies, fern fronds, or small hydrangea florets.

Elegant floral stamps are also fantastic for elevating your Christmas cards. Stock up on quality rubber or clear polymer stamps from a craft shop, and pair them with dazzling pigment inks or use heat embossing for a raised, classy finish.

Upcycled Christmas Crafts

Sustainable and stylish — what could be more fitting for the festive season? These upcycled Christmas crafts give new life to cluttery bits and bobs, while giving you the chance to show the planet a little love.

Bottle Cap Mini Wreaths: Paint and decorate caps to create tiny wreaths for tree ornaments, or even festive magnets.

Jar Lid Photo Ornaments: Insert a photo, glue it in place, decorate the rim and tie a seasonal ribbon for a personalised touch.

Fabric Scraps Garland: Use leftover fabric to make a pretty garland — bonus points if you’ve got some festive florals!

Christmas Arts and Crafts Decorations

Let your inner artist run wild with these creative Christmas arts and crafts decorations. They’re perfect for when you want something a little different and extra special.

Watercolour Christmas Florals: Paint winter blooms like amaryllis, holly or poinsettias and frame them as seasonal art.

Embroidery Hoops with Christmas Messages: Stitch simple words like “Joy” or “Noel” surrounded by embroidered flowers for a modern, rustic feel.

Bonus: Christmas Children’s Crafts

Crafting with kids? Now that’s brave! But not to worry, these childrens’ Christmas craft ideas are mess-friendly and guaranteed to leave lasting festive memories.

Flower Crown for Christmas Angels: Using faux or dried flowers, let little ones make their own angel flower crowns – adorable for nativity day or photos.

Painted Pinecone Trees: Add glitter and mini pom-poms for some sparkling seasonal fun.

Handprint Cards: Turn tiny hands into reindeer, trees, wreaths, or whatever your imagination comes up with — just don’t forget the googly eyes!

Embrace a Personal Touch with DIY Christmas Craft Ideas

And there you have it! A list of Christmas craft ideas that’s even longer than Father Christmas’, and sure to keep you busy for many festive seasons to come. Make sure to snap some pictures or videos of your own DIY project, and share it with us on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok.

If you’re looking for a magical way to make someone feel special  after all that crafting, there’s nothing better than a gorgeous bouquet of fresh seasonal blooms. Whether you’re gifting or decorating, Interflora’s Christmas flowers and plants collection is sure to bring the festive magic — no glue gun required.