Craft Stick and Yarn Christmas Tree Ornament Craft

Create adorable DIY Christmas tree ornaments with craft sticks and yarn—a simple, kid-friendly holiday craft perfect for all ages!

Looking for a fun and festive craft to enjoy with kids this holiday season? These DIY Christmas tree ornaments made with craft sticks and yarn are the perfect solution! Simple, affordable, and endlessly customizable, this project is great for kids of all ages and a wonderful way to add a handmade touch to your holiday decor. Whether you’re crafting with little ones or older kids who love to get creative, this activity is sure to bring joy and festive cheer. Plus, I’ve included a free tutorial to make it even easier to get started. Let’s dive in and create some holiday magic!

There are so many ways to display and use these charming craft stick and yarn Christmas tree ornaments! Hang them on your Christmas tree to add a homemade touch, or use them to decorate garlands and wreaths for a cohesive holiday look. These ornaments are also perfect as a classroom or party craft, where kids can get creative and take their creations home as a keepsake. They make thoughtful handmade gifts for friends and family and can double as adorable gift tags to add a personal touch to your wrapped presents. With so many possibilities, this craft is sure to spread holiday cheer in any setting!

Customization Ideas

Add Glitter or Sparkle: Paint the craft sticks with metallic or glitter paint, or add a layer of glitter glue after wrapping the yarn for extra shimmer.
Use Different Yarn Colors: Experiment with multicolored, variegated, or sparkly yarn to create unique designs.
Embellish with Decorations: Glue on mini pom-poms, buttons, beads, or sequins to resemble ornaments.
Create a Star Topper: Use gold or silver paper, stickers, or foam stars to add a finishing touch to the top of the tree.
Incorporate Personalized Details: Write names or dates on the back of the craft stick to commemorate the occasion.
Turn It into a Magnet: Skip the hanging loop and attach a small magnet to the back for a festive fridge decoration.

These tips and ideas make it easy to tailor this craft to any occasion or personal style!

How to Make a Yarn and Craft Stick Christmas Tree

Supplies:

Popsicle sticks
Cutting pliers
Yarn
Scissors
Hot glue
Star cutout

Instructions:

Take four popsicle sticks of the same size.

Place a popsicle stick horizontally on a flat surface.

Take another popsicle stick and glue its end (vertically) to the middle of the horizontal stick.

Next add two more sticks, as shown below, to make a triangle.

We’re using one strand each of two different shades of green yarn for this craft.

Hold the ends of the yarns together and glue them to the bottom edge of the triangle, as shown below.

Turn the tree over, so the yarn is on the backside. Bring the yarn up through the middle and over the center popsicle stick, then back behind the other side of the triangle.

Continue weaving over and under from side to side of the tree.

Weave over and under from side to side until the yarn reaches the top of the Christmas tree.

Cut off extra yarn after reaching the top and secure the ends with glue on the back of the ornament. Attach a star shape to the top of the tree.

Cut 3 even pieces from a popsicle stick and place them adjacent to each other, side by side. This will be the trunk of the tree.

Attach the trunk part to the bottom side of the tree base to complete the tree craft.

Make a small loop with a string or ribbon and attach it at the top of the Christmas tree, behind the star to complete the ornament.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this fun and festive tutorial for making craft stick and yarn Christmas tree ornaments! They’re not only a great way to spend quality time with kids but also a wonderful addition to your holiday decor or gift-giving plans. Whether you’re crafting in the classroom, at a holiday party, or just enjoying a cozy afternoon at home, these ornaments are sure to spread Christmas cheer. Don’t stop here—explore more DIY Christmas ornament ideas on the blog and discover even more ways to add a personal, handmade touch to your holiday celebrations. Happy crafting and happy holidays!

Tips and Tricks

Prep Materials in Advance: Cut the yarn into manageable lengths and have the craft sticks pre-painted (if desired) for younger children to save time and minimize mess.
Secure the Yarn: Start by tying a small knot at one end of the yarn to prevent it from unraveling as kids work.
Use Glue Sparingly: If adding embellishments like beads or stars, use a quick-drying craft glue to keep the process smooth and frustration-free.
Work Over a Tray: For classroom or party settings, have kids work on trays or disposable plates to keep the mess contained.
Add a Hook: Attach a small loop of string or a metal ornament hook to the top for easy hanging.