Christmas ornaments are fun crafts that both kids and adults enjoy making, and they can make great DIY gift ideas. Learn how to make button ornaments that look like Santas for your own Christmas tree or to give as DIY gifts!
In our home, crafting dominates throughout the holiday season because it’s just so rewarding and enjoyable. I craft solo, and I bring the kids in for a few crafting projects too. The holiday season is so much more fun to spend with family and friends, right?
You know that old saying “the family that crafts together stays together”…is that how it goes? Well, it sounds right to me!
Well, I am back today with another fun video tutorial for my Santa button ornament. This cute ornament comes together quickly and will be the talk of your Christmas tree.
Note: If you want even more Christmas ornament inspiration, check out our Plaid Christmas Ornaments, Vinyl Christmas Ornaments, and Sublimation Ornaments.
How To Make A Button Ornament That Looks Like Santa
My button Santa ornament is sure to be a hit with crafters of all ages (from kids to adults). Here’s everything you need to know about making mirror ball ornaments.
Supplies Needed
Here’s what you’ll need for this craft. I’ve even included a few handy links to help you find some items faster and more easily.
- 2 Large Red Buttons (With 2 holes in each button)
- 2 Medium White Buttons (With 2 holes in each button)
- 2 Small White Buttons
- Black Felt
- Red Felt
- Black Leather
- Polka Dot Ribbon
- Scissors
- Hot Glue Gun and Hot Glue Sticks
Video Tutorial
So I started out in a hangout with Carolina from 30 Minute Crafts where we were both making cute and festive ornaments. And well…since we do these videos live, unfortunate things sometimes happen.
Let’s just say this one did not go as planned, y’all! Go ahead and watch below anyway for a few giggles and Carolina’s completed ornament.
Now that you have laughed or cried (or whatever) over that video, here is an additional video for you to see how to make those super cute Santa button Christmas ornaments.
Instructions
For those that don’t like videos, just follow along with these step-by-step instructions to have your own festive Santa ornament ready in a few minutes.
Step 1
Start with 2 large red buttons, 2 medium white buttons, and 2 extra small white buttons. My buttons are provided by Buttons Galore and More.
Step 2
Cut a rectangle of black felt and use hot glue to adhere the buttons in the direction shown in the photo.
Note: You want the holes of the large red buttons to be stacked on top of each other, so they look like Santa’s buttons. The holes of the medium white buttons should be side by side to look like Santa’s eyes.
Step 3
Cut a long rectangle of red felt and tie it on around Santa’s neck (just below the medium white button) for a scarf on these button ornaments.
Step 4
Cut a strip of black leather cord and glue it below the red button for Santa’s belt.
Step 5
Cut a triangle from red felt and glue the bottom to the top of Santa’s head.
Step 6
Apply some glue to the hat and make it lay over in a “floppy” fashion. Add the smallest white button to the tip of the hat.
Step 7
Use hot glue to adhere a ribbon to the back to hang. The glue on the back will give your ornament added stability.
FAQs
Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about making these festive button ornaments. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see your question? Leave it for me in the comments!
Is hot glue the best type of glue to use for this project?
Yes. Hot glue is easy to use (be sure to supervise young children, so they don’t get burned), sets quickly, and adheres strongly.
If you are in a pinch and need a good substitute for hot glue, I recommend using craft glue or super glue. Both will require longer drying times and will probably be a little messier. But they will work well if you don’t have a hot glue gun.
Could I change the colors of the ribbon or the buttons?
I don’t recommend changing the colors of the buttons or felt hats because they give these button ornaments their classic Santa look. However, you could change the felt color for the scarf or the ribbon color if you want!
Enjoy this fun button Santa ornament with your kids or by yourself. Just be sure to hang some on your tree this holiday season!
More Christmas Crafting Inspiration
If you love these adorable Santa button ornaments, I have even more ornaments for you! If you’re searching for even more crafting ideas, check out these links.
Supplies
Instructions
- Gather your 2 large red buttons, 2 medium white buttons, and 2 extra small white buttons.
- Cut a rectangular piece of black felt large enough to hold the large and medium buttons. Hot glue the buttons to the felt. See the note below about how to orient the button holes.
- Cut a longer rectangle of red felt and tie it on around Santa’s neck (just below the medium white button) to make a scarf.
- Cut a strip of black leather cord and glue it below the red button to make Santa’s belt.
- Cut a red felt triangle and glue the bottom of it to the top of the medium white button to make his hat.
- Apply some glue to the hat and fold it over in a “floppy” fashion. Add the smallest white button to the tip of the hat with hot glue.
- Hot glue a strip of ribbon to the back to hang this ornament. The glue on the back will give your ornament added stability.
