35+ Easy Angel Ornaments & Crafts to Make This Christmas
Nothing brings back the magic of the holidays like a handmade ornament. I'm often reminded of my grandma, who used to make the prettiest homemade ornaments and holiday crafts well into her nineties. To this day, I hang her crystal-beaded angels on my tree—they are handcrafted with love, and they give me such fond memories of her.
Christmas wouldn't be the same without those loving traditions!
Today, I’m thrilled to share a list of 35 Easy DIY Angel Ornaments and Crafts that are perfect for decorating your Christmas tree or gifting to someone special. While I never learned to bead those exact crystal angels, this collection features simple projects that anyone can make, including many fun options for the kids!
It's all about creating that magical holiday spirit and memories, and maybe you would like to make some beautiful handmade angel ornaments to give someone, just like my grandma did every year.
Are you looking for something else to craft? These Christmas craft ideas are some that anyone can make.

Using a variety of craft supplies from paper plates, clothes pins, glitter, feathers, burlap, paint, beads, and paper… You can make any of these adorable angels.
The Complete List of 35 Easy DIY Angel Ornaments and Crafts
This list is broken down into simple categories to help you find the perfect project by material!
1. Rustic & Natural Angel Crafts (Pinecone, Wood, Twine)
(These projects use materials like wood, cork, and natural fibers, hitting keywords like “pinecone angel ornament,” “rustic angel,” and “wooden angel craft.”)
- How to Make Peg Doll Angel Ornament | Nellie Bellie
- Handmade Rustic Angel Ornament | Canary Street
- Cork Angel Craft | Red Ted Art
- DIY Peg Doll Ornament | Hello Wonderful
- Nature Craft Angel | Red Ted Art
- Pinecone Angels | Familie.de
- Rustic Angel Ornament | My Momma Told Me
- Woodland Angel Ornament | Practically Functional
2. Upcycled & Novelty Angels (Lightbulb, Paperclip, Unique Items)
(These fun projects use unique or non-traditional items, hitting long-tail keywords like “lightbulb angel ornament,” “paperclip angel craft,” and “macaroni angel.”)
- DIY Macaroni Angel | Suzzy's Artsy-Craftsy Sitcom
- Clothespin Angel Ornament DIY | Mom Dot
- Paperclip Angel | Crafty Journal
- Hershey’s Kisses Angels Craft | Free & Fun Christmas
- Clothespin Angel Craft Using Doilies | Crafty Morning
- Bow Tie Noodle Angel | Crafty Morning
- Light Bulb Angel Ornament | Crafts by Amanda
Related Upcycled and Unique Crafts:
Expand your crafting to other unique holiday items!
3. Fabric & Fiber Angels (Felt, Thread, Ribbon, No-Sew)
(This section focuses on soft and textile crafts, hitting keywords like “felt angel craft,” “fabric angel,” and “ribbon angel.”)
- Sew Angel Ornament | The Girl with Glasses
- Christmas Angel Ornament out of Wired Ribbon | The DIY Mommy
- Burlap Angel Ornament | Moco Choco
- Feather & Pipe Cleaner Angels | Powerful Mothering
- Cotton Rounds Angels Ornaments | Easy Peasy and Fun
- Bow Angels | CreativeLee Yours
- Fabric Angels | Selimut-Ku
Related Felt and Fabric Projects:
These are great next steps if you loved the textile angel crafts!
- Felt Reindeer Ornament
- DIY Unicorn Ornament (for a fun, no-sew idea!)
- Felt Christmas Ornament Patterns For All Skill Levels
- How To Make a Felt Christmas Tree with Felt Ornaments for Kids.
4. Bead & Wire Angels
(This highly specific section targets your top-performing search queries, hitting keywords like “wire angel ornament” and “beaded angel.”)
- Wire Angel Ornament | Adventures of a DIY mom
- Wire Cross Angel Ornament | Fun EZ Craft
- DIY Angel Christmas Tree Ornament | Hopefully Honey
5. Quick & Easy Paper Crafts (For Kids & Beginners)
(These simple projects are great for mass crafting and kids' activities, appealing to searches for “paper angel ornament,” “easy angel crafts,” and “paper doily angel.”) Quick & Easy Paper Crafts (For Kids & Beginners)
- Starry Christmas Angels | Jenny Allsorts
- Vintage Angel Ornaments | Spun Cotton Shapes
- On Angel's Wings Ornament | Sizzx Blog
- Paper Angel Ornament DIY | Red Ted Art
- Coffee Filter Angel Ornament | Pin Junkie
- Cupcake Liner Angel | Crafty Morning
- Paper Angel Printable | Red Ted Art
- Mini Paper Angels | The Craft Train
- Gold Star Angel Ornament | Fave Crafts
- Super Cute Paper Doily Angel Ornaments | Gotta Love DIY
6. Peg Doll, Dough, and Other Design Angels
This section captures the final, miscellaneous, but equally delightful angel crafts.
- How to Make Peg Doll Angel Ornament | Nellie Bellie
- DIY Peg Doll Ornament | Hello Wonderful
- Hershey’s Kisses Angels Craft | Free & Fun Christmas
Related Ornament & Decoration Roundups:
These are broader lists to keep your reader clicking and browsing!
- Joy To The World…How To Make Christmas Ornament With Cricut.
- 25 Christmas Decorations To Make
- 20 Christmas Craft Kits and Patterns To Make!
Start Crafting Your Holiday Memories!
We truly hope this massive roundup of 35 Easy DIY Angel Ornaments and Crafts has provided the perfect inspiration for your Christmas season! Whether you've decided to tackle a simple paperclip angel, a cozy pinecone ornament, or an intricate wire-beaded design, every single handmade ornament adds a special touch of love and memory to your Christmas tree or gift package.
Creating these decorations is how holiday traditions begin, and we hope you have fun making them!
Now, we want to hear from you!
- Did you ever make homemade crafts or DIY ornaments as a kid?
- What types of Christmas ornaments or Christmas decorations do you like to make now?
- Which ones were your favorite Angel Ornament DIYs from this list?
Let us know your answers by tagging us on social media @DearCreatives!
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