Are you ready to infuse your Christmas tree with a little extra magic this holiday season? If so, you're in the right spot! In this post, we’ll embark on a delightful DIY journey to create stunning Cricut Christmas ornaments that add a personal touch to your festive decor. These unique, handmade ornaments not only elevate the charm of your tree but also make heartfelt gifts for friends and family.
Making your own ornaments is a great way to get creative and add a personalized charm to your Christmas decorations. I like to color-match my ornaments to my holiday color scheme for a cohesive look.
You can use any Cricut machine you have to make these ornaments. Using golden ribbons and vinyl stickers, these ornaments are easy and inexpensive to create, making them a fun activity to do with your kids!
Fill them with faux snow and other festive embellishments to create your own little Winter Wonderland. Hang them on the tree, string them up as a garland, or even incorporate them into holiday centerpieces!
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How To Make Cricut Christmas Ornaments
Creating your own Christmas ornaments is a fun and easy way to enhance your holiday decorations and add a personal touch.
Supplies Needed
Here's everything you need to gather to make these easy ornaments:
- Cricut machine
- Gold adhesive vinyl
- Transfer tape
- Clear ornaments
- Iridescent artificial snow
- Golden ribbon
Cricut Christmas Ornament Instructions
Follow along for step-by-step instructions for creating Cricut Christmas ornaments:
Step 1: Cut the gold vinyl
Start by cutting your gold vinyl into different shapes with your Cricut. You can make the patterns as simple or intricate as you'd like. Use starburst patterns, snowflakes, and holly for a festive look! You can use the basic shapes and text in Cricut Design Space to make your designs. For the Christmas tree, I added a square, a triangle, and a star, and welded them together.
Step 2: Apply to the ornament
Once you have weeded all of your cutouts, cut a piece of transfer tape and adhere it to the cut vinyl. Peel back the transfer tape and then place the vinyl on top of your ornament. Use a scraper to ensure the vinyl adheres well.
Step 3: Fill with artificial snow
Next, use a spoon to fill the inside of the ornament with iridescent artificial snow. This step is entirely optional, but it adds a beautiful sparkle to your ornament that’s sure to catch the eye of anyone admiring your Christmas tree!
Step 4: Add ribbon
Finally, tie a bow around the top of the ornament with golden ribbon for an extra touch of holiday cheer.
And you’re done! Enjoy your handmade ornaments and proudly display them on your Christmas tree. You can even make a set of these for gifts this year—they’re the perfect way to spread the holiday cheer.
Happy crafting!
FAQs
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions I receive about making these Cricut Christmas ornaments. If your question isn’t listed, feel free to drop it in the comments and I’ll be happy to help!
Can I use other colors of vinyl?
Absolutely! You can use any color vinyl you’d like—just choose something that matches the tone of your Christmas tree decorations. Silver, white, and red are all great choices for a traditional holiday look.
How long will my ornaments last?
These ornaments are designed to last for years, so you can enjoy them season after season. The vinyl should stay adhered to as long as it isn't exposed to too much moisture.
If you live in an area that gets a lot of rain or snow during the holiday season, consider keeping your ornaments inside for extra protection!
What if I don’t have a Cricut machine?
No worries! You can still make these ornaments with other tools. If you don't have access to a cutting machine, you can use an X-Acto knife and some metal shears to cut the gold vinyl by hand. It might take more time, but the effect is just as beautiful!
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Such pretty ornaments and these deal/sale prices are amazing!
So pretty!
Those are so cute, Angie! I love all things gold when it comes to Christmas!