DIY Felt Christmas Ornaments to Make for Holiday Crafts
DIY Felt Christmas Ornaments to Make for Holiday Crafts
The holiday season is the perfect time to gather up your felt, thread, and scissors and dive into a cozy crafting session. Making your own felt Christmas ornaments is a great way to add a personal touch to your tree, create meaningful Christmas gifts, or just enjoy a relaxing craft with friends! Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or it’s your first time making ornaments, these adorable felt ornaments are a ton of fun to make! (Scroll to the end of this post for the pattern links)
Why Choose Felt for Christmas Ornaments?
Felt is a dream material when it comes to crafting Christmas tree ornaments. It doesn’t fray, it comes in different colors, and is sturdy enough to hold its shape. Even better, it’s soft and easy to sew—perfect for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re making classic shapes like hearts and stockings or whimsical felt animal ornaments, you’ll find felt is both forgiving and fun.
Basic Supplies for Felt Ornaments
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To start your easy Christmas sewing project, gather these basic tools and supplies:
- Wool or acrylic felt in festive different colors
- Embroidery thread to match or contrast
- Sharp scissors (or cookie cutters for tracing shapes)
- Needles for embroidery
- Fabric glue or a sewing machine (optional)
- Stuffing or batting
- Ribbon or twine for hanging
Choosing Your Ornament Designs
Start with basic patterns like stars, trees, mittens, or snowflakes. These are ideal for beginners and still look lovely on a tree. A felt star stitched with gold embroidery thread is a classic and elegant choice. If you want something whimsical, felt animal ornaments like reindeer, penguins, or owls are fun to stitch and personalize.
You can trace your shapes using cookie cutters, stencils, or a simple tree pattern drawn on paper. Once you’ve traced the shapes onto the wrong side of your felt, cut them out carefully. Remember, most ornaments will need a front and back—so be sure to cut two pieces for each ornament.
Stitching Tips for Beautiful Results
Even if you’ve never sewn before, you can still make gorgeous handmade ornaments. The key is keeping things simple and neat.
- Running stitch: This is the easiest stitch—just go in and out along the edge. It gives a clean look and is great for holding layers together.
- Blanket stitch: A favorite for ornament edges, it adds a decorative finish while sealing the edges nicely. It’s perfect for a finished, classic look.
- Cross stitch: Use this to create little “X” designs or add snowflake details.
- French knots: These tiny raised dots are great for eyes, holly berries, or adding texture to your ornament.
Use embroidery thread in festive shades—think red, green, white, silver, and gold. Contrast thread can add a playful look, while matching thread gives a clean, polished appearance.
How to Assemble Felt Christmas Ornaments
Once your felt shapes are ready, it’s time to assemble. Here’s a general guide for most felt Christmas ornaments:
- Decorate the top layers: If you’re adding eyes, scarves, names, or any stitched detail, do that before sewing the front and back together.
- Stitch or glue the two felt pieces together, leaving a small opening.
- Add a little stuffing through the opening to give it shape.
- Finish stitching the opening closed.
- Attach a ribbon or loop at the top so it can hang on the tree.
If you’re short on time or crafting with little ones, fabric glue is a great alternative to stitching. Just remember to let the glue dry completely before hanging your ornaments.
Make Them Personal
One of the best things about crafting Christmas ornament patterns is how easy they are to personalize. Add initials, stitch in the year, or use colors that match your home’s holiday theme. You can also involve your kids in the process by letting them draw their own shapes or pick their favorite colors and ribbons. It’s a lovely holiday decoration activity that creates memories as well as keepsakes.
Handmade Gifts with Heart
Homemade felt ornaments also make meaningful Christmas gifts. Tie them onto wrapped packages or tuck them into holiday cards. They’re lightweight and small enough to mail, making them a sweet surprise for long-distance friends and family. And because they’re crafted by hand, they carry a warm personal touch that store-bought items can’t match.
A Holiday Tradition Worth Starting
Whether you’re sipping hot cocoa, listening to Christmas music, or gathered around the table with loved ones, making DIY felt Christmas ornaments is a great way to slow down and enjoy the season. They’re the perfect Christmas craft for a fun night with friends! Plus, each one tells a little story—of cozy nights, shared laughter, and holiday cheer.
So grab your felt and embroidery thread, and let your imagination lead the way. From simple shapes to amazingly detailed ornaments, there’s a world of adorable felt ornaments to choose from.
Happy crafting!
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DIY Felt Christmas Ornaments to Make for Holiday Crafts
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