DIY Felt Christmas Decorations (Ornaments, Garland)

Felt might be the most underrated craft material of the holiday season, it doesn’t fray, it doesn’t need hemming, and it’s soft enough that even the smallest crafters (and the family dog) can get close without incident. Here’s how to turn a few sheets of felt into a whole collection of handmade decor.

Simple Felt Ball Garland

Pre-made felt balls (or hand-rolled ones, if you’re feeling ambitious) strung on twine or thread make an instantly cozy, textural garland for the tree, mantel, or staircase.

No-Sew Ornament Shapes

Cut two matching felt shapes, a tree, a star, a stocking, glue the edges together leaving a small gap, stuff lightly, and finish gluing. No sewing machine required, and it’s a genuinely toddler-friendly craft with supervision.

Felt Advent Countdown Banner

Cut felt into numbered pennants or pockets, string them along a ribbon, and you’ve got a reusable, no-mess advent countdown that gets pulled out year after year.

Layered Felt Wreaths

Felt circles in varying sizes, layered and glued into a wreath shape, create a soft, modern take on the classic evergreen wreath, great for a nursery or kids’ room where a real wreath isn’t practical.

Felt Stocking Appliqués

Add a name or a simple shape cut from a contrasting felt color to a plain stocking for a custom look without ever touching a sewing needle.

Felt crafting pairs beautifully with a make it, don’t buy it mindset, for more ways to decorate without a big spend, our upcycled decor post has plenty of company for this one.

Stock up on cozy layers for craft night with our shop, because glue guns and good sweaters go hand in hand.

Soft, simple, and surprisingly addictive to make, felt crafting might just become your new favorite December ritual. ✂️