A collection of handmade Christmas garland ideas
As Christmas approaches, many households start preparing Christmas trees and decorations, don’t they?
Some of you may be thinking, “I want to decorate my room with handmade items!”
For those people, garlands are a popular decoration that’s easy to make.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of cute handmade garland ideas, from simple ones to more elaborate, artisan-style creations.
Try making the easy ones with your children, and take on the more challenging ones as a hobby project of your own.
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A collection of handmade Christmas garland ideas (1–10)
cotton rope
How about an easy Christmas garland you can make with cotton rope? Its simple design matches any room, and it’s sure to instantly boost the holiday spirit.
Use jute twine as the base for the garland, and weave cotton rope using macramé.
The technique is basic, so even if you’ve never tried macramé before, it should be easy to get started.
By giving the stitches a slightly crumpled, relaxed look, you’ll create a natural-style Christmas tree.
Using cotton ropes in a variety of Christmas colors will make it even more festive.
Punch needle garland
Punch needle is a type of handcraft where you use a special needle to punch yarn into fabric.
Its ease makes it accessible for beginners and has won the hearts of many.
Once you’ve settled on a design and colors, all that’s left is punching in the yarn—so cute Christmas motifs come together in no time! The fluffy texture gives a warm, cozy feel, making it perfect for winter decorations.
Even those who aren’t fond of fine, detailed work will find it approachable—just be careful not to get so hooked on the fun of punching that you end up making too many!
Padded ornament
When you think of garlands, you probably picture flat decorations, but by intentionally incorporating three-dimensional elements, you can emphasize a more festive look.
Using soft materials like fabric scraps and stuffing can also create a warm atmosphere.
First, cut Christmas motifs out of the fabric scraps, add stuffing inside, and sew them together to make small ornaments.
Then simply thread them together, and you’re done.
Choosing the details—what motifs to make and which colors of fabric scraps to use—seems key to achieving the best result.
Ideas for Handmade Christmas Garlands (11–20)
knitting
For a chilly Christmas, try making a cozy garland with yarn! You can easily crochet a star garland using a crochet hook.
Once you’ve picked your favorite yarn, start crocheting with the hook.
You can find detailed patterns online, so choose the method that suits you best.
After you’ve made all the pieces you want for the garland, string them together.
Finish by sewing on some sparkling beads, and you’re done! You can get everything you need—including the crochet hook—at a 100-yen shop.
If you want to make a polished garland easily, give it a try!
Christmas-themed motifs such as Santa and reindeer
A garland is a simple decoration made by attaching ornaments to a string, so what you attach to it is key.
When using it for Christmas decorations, you can instantly create a festive mood by using illustrations with iconic Christmas motifs.
Just print illustrations of Santa Claus, reindeer, or fir trees, cut them out, and line them up to set a Christmas atmosphere.
It’s best if the images you use feel cohesive, so carefully choosing the illustration style is important.
Since you’re using existing illustrations, if the design is too simple it might look like you didn’t put in much effort, so it could be a good idea to focus on finer touches—like the string choice or small embellishments—to add thoughtful details.
Cookie
For those who enjoy baking, a garland made with cookies is highly recommended.
It turns out adorable and gives a warm, cozy feel! Cut out Christmas motifs like the letters “MERRY CHRISTMAS” and trees to make your cookies.
To keep them free from dust, it’s best to place the finished cookies in small bags.
Simply tape them onto your favorite ribbon and your garland is done! You can also decorate it with dried flowers or other Christmas materials if you like—it looks lovely.
Christmas tree garland
Introducing a sparkling, wand-like and adorable Christmas tree garland.
Thread a twist tie through a ribbon with a hole, then alternate beads and ribbon to shape the tree.
For the ribbon, Christmas colors like green and red are recommended.
Be sure to thread beads from the bottom as well, and don’t forget to bend and secure the twist tie when attaching the final bead.
Once you hang it on a string, your original garland is complete.
Add decorations to give it a festive, Christmassy finish.
