Now that Thanksgiving has passed, many of us have jumped straight into the Christmas mindset… so today we’re sharing some colorful ornament ideas that you can make yourself to help you get in the Christmas spirit. Here are thirty of our favorite modern DIY ornaments for your tree.
1. Neon and gold will give your tree a modern vibe this Christmas. Get the tutorial here. [Photo: Design Improvised]
2. These scalloped glitter ornaments will add some serious sparkle. Get the how-to here. [Photo: Sarah Hearts]
3. Color blocking gives these simple wooden spheres some major character. Check out the instructions here. [Photo: Say Yes]
4. This eye motif is super trendy right now… learn how to add it to ornaments here. [Photo: A Beautiful Mess]
5. These felt ornaments are given a fun twist (pun intended!) with the addition of neon yarn. Learn more here. [Photo: Delineate Your Dwelling]
6. Or you might want to hang a colorful donut on your tree… here’s the tutorial. [Photo: One Artsy Mama]
7. Glittery pom poms add some serious pizzazz to these contemporary ornaments. Get the how-to here. [Photo: Make and Tell]
8. You can even make beautiful ornaments out of paper and watercolor paint. Learn more here. [Photo: Inkstruck]
9. Color blocking and a fresh color scheme give these Christmas ornaments a thoroughly modern vibe. Find out how to make theme here. [Photo: White House Crafts]
10. Give rustic décor a modern update by adding some color. Find out how to make these felted acorns here. [Photo: The Magic Onions]
11. These patterned ornaments have a playful feel, thanks to the modern hot pink and gold color scheme. Learn how to make them here. [Photo: Vitamini Handmade]
12. These are actually billed as gift toppers… but they would make great ornaments too! Check them out here. [Photo: Tell Love and Party]
13. These gorgeous wooden bead ornaments couldn’t be any easier to make… find out all the details here. [Photo: Nalle’s House]
14. Find out how to make these gorgeous painted ornaments right here. [Photo: Tell Love and Party]
15. Sequins are always a festive material to work with… check out the tutorial for this fun ornament here. [Photo: One Dog Woof]
16. Patterned ornaments are really easy to make, with the right materials. Get the how-to here. [Photo: The Crafted Life]
17. Tassels are a fun addition to your tree as well – find out how to make these yarn tassel ornaments here. [Photo: Sew DIY]
18. This unique ornament is made with clay and embroidery floss… check out all the details here. [Photo: Babble Dabble Do]
19. These ombré color blocked ornaments cover all the trends. Get the how-to here. [Photo: The Crafted Life]
20. Make your macarons last through the entire holiday season by creating them out of felt! Here’s the tutorial. [Photo: The Homesteady]
21. Combine card stock and yarn to create these simple yet festive ornaments for your tree. [Photo: Mr. P]
22. Emojis add some humor to this pink tree… get the tutorial here. [Photo: True Blue Me & You]
23. Dress up plain glass ornaments with temporary tattoos – here’s the how-to. [Photo: Tattly]
24. Make faux ribbon candy out of felt… find out how here. [Photo: Purl Soho]
25. These confetti-filled glass ornaments have party written all over them! Get the tutorial here. [Photo: HGTV]
26. Add a modern feel to the retro lantern shape with this colorful idea. Learn more here. [Photo: The True Sea]
27. These ornaments look contemporary thanks to the fun color scheme. Learn how to make them here. [Photo: A Bubbly Life]
28. Freshen up your tree with these hand-sewn versions of the classics you’re used to. Find out more here. [Photo: Purl Soho]
29. Add texture and paint to plain white clay to get this effect. Check out the instructions here. [Photo: Movita Beaucoup]
30. And if origami is your strong suit, give these beautiful folded paper ornaments a try. Learn more here. [Photo: Ludorn]
