Stylish handmade Christmas decorations
These days, it feels like handmade crafts are more accessible thanks to the wide variety of parts and materials available at 100-yen shops.
Plus, there are many people on social media who share easy tutorials and creative ideas for making all kinds of things.
Why not try making some lovely Christmas items by hand—things you may have avoided before, thinking, “I only use them once a year…”?
We’re sharing lots of ideas you can make using things you already have at home, as well as projects using items that are easy to find at 100-yen stores.
We especially feature simple, beginner-friendly projects that are great even if you’re not very handy.
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Stylish handmade Christmas decor you’ll want to make (1–10)
Christmas swag
This is a Christmas swag made entirely with items from a 100-yen shop! A swag is a German term for a wall decoration.
If you want something other than the classic wreath, this is a great option.
Use fir branches as the base, and arrange holly, pinecones, and other floral materials in a balanced way to capture the Christmas feel.
You can create a natural look by using lots of greenery, or go for an elegant vibe by adding more florals—the arrangement is completely up to you! Adding accent colors like gold, silver, or red will also make it look beautiful.
Christmas board
How about making a Christmas board that’s perfect for displaying in your room or entryway? You can create a Christmas-themed piece by attaching various materials to a wooden board.
If you’d like to make a Christmas tree, we recommend using decoration parts like wood sheets, green moss, small ornaments, and beads.
Using similar materials, you can also make a wreath on the wooden board.
Adding message-style stickers such as “Merry Christmas” is a stylish touch! It’s perfect for times when you can’t put up large decorations like a tree but still want to bring in a festive Christmas feel.
Natural-style ornament
Let me introduce some Christmas ornaments recommended for those who love a natural vibe! Sparkly Christmas decor is nice, but if you want a subtly stylish and calm atmosphere, give these a try.
Wood, linen, and other natural materials from the dollar store are perfectly fine.
Simply wrap ornament balls in linen fabric or rope for a natural look.
You can also fill clear balls with dried elements, or connect cinnamon sticks into a triangle and add your favorite accents—simple yet stylish ornaments in no time! They’re easy to make, so crafting them with your kids will make the Christmas spirit even more festive.
Chic handmade Christmas decor (11–20)
Christmas tree made with pipe cleaners
A Christmas tree made with shimmering, eye-catching chenille stems (pipe cleaners).
Cut construction paper into a tree shape, then fold and lay the pipe cleaners from the bottom up so there are no gaps.
Combining green, gold, red, and other colors creates a beautiful gradient.
Add a loop at the top to turn it into a hanging ornament, and decorate with ribbons or beads for an instant festive touch.
The softness and luster of the pipe cleaners stimulate children’s creativity and help develop fine motor skills.
The finished tree can be displayed anywhere and instantly fills the room with a sparkling Christmas atmosphere—an easy, dazzling holiday craft idea.
Half-moon wreath
Why not try handcrafting your Christmas decorations using cozy felt? Display a handmade Christmas wreath that brightens up the season and set the mood for the holidays.
Feel free to use any felt colors you like.
You’ll make classic Christmas elements such as poinsettias and holly out of felt.
Choose a chic palette or go colorful—whatever you prefer.
Arrange the felt flowers and holly evenly along the lower half of a hoop and secure them with wire to complete a stylish Christmas wreath.
Try hanging it on a wall or door.
Papercraft wreath
This is a natural Christmas wreath made with papercraft.
By using a papercraft band kit you can even find at 100-yen shops, it’s budget-friendly yet finishes into a sturdy-looking wreath.
If you use two colors of craft bands, the weave looks wonderfully beautiful! You don’t need any tools—just weave by hand—so even beginners can make it in a short time.
At the end, form the woven strip into a loop, weave the ends in, and secure it.
You’ll end up with a unique wreath of a quality you wouldn’t expect from just two craft bands!
Christmas frame
A Christmas frame is a special item that lets you enjoy a subtle festive feel.
We’ll make one using photo frames you can buy at 100-yen shops and the like.
First, remove the clear front sheet and backing from the photo frame, and use only the bottom base panel.
Cover the base with fabric that matches the color or pattern of your piece.
Then, on the fabric-covered base, attach green moss, artificial flowers, and other materials to create Christmas-themed pieces like trees or wreaths.
Choose the size of the photo frame to match the size of the piece you want to make.