Let’s be real for a second—walking into stores like Anthropologie or West Elm during the holidays is pure magic, but checking the price tag on those Boho Christmas Decor DIY pieces? That hurts! 💸 Plus, sometimes standard red and green decor just feels too cluttered and chaotic for a calm, neutral home. I want my house to feel like a warm hug, not a department store explosion.
That is exactly why I put together this list of affordable, texture-rich projects. We are skipping the neon tinsel and focusing on the “Neutral & Natural Edit”—think organic holiday decor, creamy whites, and soft woods. Whether you are looking for simple Macrame Christmas Decorations or a way to keep the kids busy, these ideas will give you that high-end, Scandi-boho look for a fraction of the retail price. Let’s make some magic (without the mess)! 🎄✂️✨
🎄 My Top 3 Favorites
- Lowest Mess: Frayed Velvet Ribbon Bows
- Most “High-End” Look: Textured “Baking Soda Paint” Ornaments
- Best for Little Kids: Yarn Wrapped Star Ornaments
15 Christmas Boho Decor Ideas You’ll Love
1. The Ultimate DIY Wood Bead Garland ❄️
This is the quintessential boho staple! Using varying sizes of unfinished natural wood beads creates a stunning, Scandinavian-style drape that looks incredible on a tree or mantel. It adds that perfect organic touch without overwhelming your space with color.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Mixed size wood beads (12mm-20mm)
• Jute twine or cotton string
• Large eye needle | Best For: Scandi-Boho Enthusiasts
Time: 45 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Create a pattern (Small-Small-Large-Medium) to give the garland visual rhythm rather than stringing random sizes.
[Image-1: Close up of the natural wood beads draped over a evergreen branch with white fairy lights.]
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Buy on Amazon: 1000pcs Wood Beads for Crafts with Holes 🐦
Why I love it: Buying beads in bulk packs on Amazon is significantly cheaper than craft stores, and this pack ensures you have enough for a 9ft tree. #NancyApproved
2. Brushed Macrame “Feather” Ornaments ❄️
These soft, fringed leaf-shaped ornaments made from cotton cord add softness and a lovely cream color palette to your tree. If you love Macrame Christmas Decorations, this is the perfect entry-level project that looks incredibly chic.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• 3mm Single Strand Macrame Cord
• Sharp fabric scissors
• Pet slicker brush
• Stiffening spray | Best For: Texture lovers
Time: 20 Mins/unit
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Use a pet slicker brush (wire bristles) to comb out the cord; it works 10x faster and fluffier than a regular comb.
[Image-2: Three macrame feathers hanging on a branch in shades of cream, beige, and sage green.]
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Buy on Amazon: 4mm x 220 Yards Natural Cotton Macrame Cord 🐦
Why I love it: You specifically need “Single Strand” cord for the brushed effect (twisted cord won’t fray right), and this type is hard to find in big-box stores. #NancyApproved
3. DIY Dried Orange Slice Garland ❄️
Bringing nature indoors is key for organic holiday decor. These translucent amber slices add a pop of warmth and an incredible citrus scent to your neutral decor theme.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Fresh Oranges
• Parchment Paper
• Twine | Best For: Organic Modern Decor
Time: 20 Mins (+ bake time)
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Blot the oranges aggressively with paper towels before baking to cut drying time in half and prevent molding.
[Image-3: Backlit photo of orange slices strung on twine against a window.]
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Buy on Amazon: Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen 🐦
Why I love it: To get the “stained glass” look, slices must be perfectly even and thin; a mandoline is the only way to achieve this quickly. #NancyApproved
4. Chunky Yarn Tassel Christmas Tree ❄️
Using thick, textured yarn to cover cones creates a cozy, sweater-weather look for your tabletops. These are fantastic for adding height to a display without adding visual clutter.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Polystyrene Foam Cones
• Chunky Wool/Acrylic Yarn
• Hot Glue Gun | Best For: Table Centerpieces
Time: 30 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Start from the bottom and overlap your layers slightly so no cone shows through when you look from above.
[Image-4: A trio of yarn trees in cream, taupe, and light grey on a wooden tray.]
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Buy on Amazon: Bulk 6-Pack Polystyrene Foam Cones 🐦
Why I love it: Foam cones are notoriously overpriced at craft stores; Amazon offers multipacks with varying heights for the price of one single cone at retail. #NancyApproved
5. Boho Rainbow Clay Ornaments ❄️
Minimalist arches made from polymer clay in muted earth tones (terracotta, beige, sage) are super trendy right now. They make durable DIY Neutral Christmas Ornaments that will last for years.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Polymer Clay (Neutrals)
• Rolling Pin
• Clay slicer
• Twine | Best For: Keepsakes
Time: 45 Mins
Mess Level: Medium |
💡 Pro-Tip: Roll “snakes” of clay and gently press them together before arching them to ensure they bond without smashing the rounded shape.
[Image-5: Flat lay of clay rainbows on a white fur rug.]
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Buy on Amazon: Polymer Clay Starter Kit 🐦
Why I love it: This kit includes specific earth tones and tools, saving you from buying expensive individual blocks of clay. #NancyApproved
🎅 Quick Question!
Real tree or Artificial tree? Tell me in the comments!
6. Macrame Gnome Ornaments ❄️
These are adorable and whimsical, made simply by knotting cord around a wooden ring. If you are wondering how to make boho Christmas ornaments that kids will love, this is the answer!
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Cotton Macrame Cord
• 2 inch Wood Rings
• Wood Beads (for nose) | Best For: Kids 8+
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Use a slightly larger bead for the nose and nestle it deep into the “beard” cord so it looks like it’s peeking out under a hat.
[Image-6: A macrame gnome hanging on a tree with a cinnamon stick “hat.”]
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Buy on Amazon: Natural Unfinished Wood Rings 50 Pack 🐦
Why I love it: You need specific small rings for the body base; buying a bulk pack allows you to make these for the whole neighborhood for pennies. #NancyApproved
7. Frayed Velvet Ribbon Bows ❄️
Sometimes the simplest decor is the most chic. “Raw edge” velvet ribbon tied loosely on branch tips adds instant luxury and cream and white Christmas decor vibes.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Silk or Velvet Ribbon (Earthy tones)
• Scissors | Best For: “Lazy” Decorating
Time: 5 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Cut the ribbon at a steep angle and pull the loose threads at the end to encourage a vintage, frayed look.
[Image-7: A sparse “Charlie Brown” style tree covered in caramel-colored velvet bows.]
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Buy on Amazon: Frayed Edge Chiffon Velvet Ribbon Set 🐦
Why I love it: It is very difficult to find “frayed edge” vintage-style ribbon in standard stores; Amazon sellers specialize in these boho aesthetic packs. #NancyApproved
8. Textured “Baking Soda Paint” Ornaments ❄️
Transform old, cheap plastic baubles into ceramic-looking matte pottery using a baking soda paint mixture. This is the ultimate budget hack for textured Christmas ornaments.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Old Ornaments
• Acrylic Paint (Earth Tones)
• Baking Soda | Best For: Upcycling
Time: 30 Mins
Mess Level: High |
💡 Pro-Tip: Mix 1 part baking soda to 2 parts paint for a gritty, terracotta texture that looks like high-end pottery.
[Image-8: Comparison shot—shiny plastic red ball vs. matte textured cream ball.]
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Buy on Amazon: Matte Acrylic Paint Set Earth Tones 🐦
Why I love it: Getting a set of pre-mixed matte earth tones ensures the colors look cohesive without having to manually mix browns and whites yourself. #NancyApproved
9. DIY Pampas Grass Wreath ❄️
A fluffy, ethereal wreath made from dried pampas grass brings significant texture and a “cloud-like” feel to your door. It screams farmhouse boho DIY.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Wire Wreath Form
• Dried Pampas Grass
• Hairspray | Best For: Front Door (Covered)
Time: 45 Mins
Mess Level: High |
💡 Pro-Tip: Generously spray the final wreath with strong-hold hairspray to lock the seeds in place and prevent mess on the floor.
[Image-9: A large, fluffy beige wreath hanging on a dark colored door.]
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Buy on Amazon: 80 Pcs Natural Dried Pampas Grass Bouquet 🐦
Why I love it: Pampas grass is incredibly expensive at floral shops ($10+ per stem); Amazon bulk packs offer smaller stems perfect for wreath-making at a fraction of the cost. #NancyApproved
10. Wood Slice & Pine Stamp Ornaments ❄️
Rustic wood slices stamped with simple botanical black ink designs create a modern cabin vibe. These are perfect Scandi-boho holiday additions.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Pre-drilled Wood Slices
• Black Ink Pad
• Pine Rubber Stamps | Best For: Kids
Time: 20 Mins
Mess Level: Medium |
💡 Pro-Tip: Sand the wood slice surface slightly before stamping to ensure the ink doesn’t bleed into the wood grain.
[Image-10: Wood slice ornament with a crisp black fern stamp hanging on the tree.]
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Buy on Amazon: 30 Pcs Natural Wood Slices with Holes 🐦
Why I love it: Cutting and drilling your own branches is labor-intensive; these come pre-dried (won’t crack) and pre-drilled with twine included. #NancyApproved
11. Cinnamon Stick Macrame Hanging ❄️
Using a cinnamon stick as the “dowel” for a mini macrame wall hanging creates a sensory ornament that smells like Christmas. It’s a lovely twist on yarn Christmas crafts.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Long Cinnamon Sticks (6 inch)
• Cotton Cord
• Scissors | Best For: Smelling Good
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Use the “Larks Head Knot” to attach the cord to the cinnamon stick—it’s secure and looks professional.
[Image-11: Close up of the cinnamon stick with cream cords hanging down.]
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Buy on Amazon: 1lb Bulk Cinnamon Sticks 6 Inch 🐦
Why I love it: Grocery store cinnamon sticks are too short and curved for crafts; Amazon sells “craft grade” long, straight sticks in bulk. #NancyApproved
12. Yarn Wrapped Star Ornaments ❄️
A simple cardboard star cutout wrapped chaotically or neatly in textured yarn—very safe for toddlers to help with!
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Cardboard (recycled)
• White or Cream Yarn
• Tape | Best For: Toddlers/Preschoolers
Time: 10 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Use “Boucle” or nubby yarn to hide gaps and add that trendy “sherpa” texture to the star.
[Image-12: A hand holding a fuzzy white yarn star against a dark green tree background.]
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Buy on Amazon: Bernat Pipsqueak Yarn White 🐦
Why I love it: Specialty textured yarns like Boucle or Chenille can be hit-or-miss in stock at local stores; Amazon guarantees the specific fluffy texture needed. #NancyApproved
13. Paper Bag “Snowflake” Stars ❄️
Large, dramatic 3D stars made from gluing simple brown or white paper lunch bags together. These fill a large wall space beautifully for pennies.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Paper Lunch Bags (White/Kraft)
• Glue Stick
• Fishing Line | Best For: Window Decor
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Cut intricate patterns into the sides of the bags (like a paper snowflake) before unfolding for a lacy, high-end look.
[Image-13: Three large paper bag stars hanging in a window at different heights.]
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Buy on Amazon: 100 Count White Paper Lunch Bags 🐦
Why I love it: You need clean, unbranded bags (no logos); Amazon bulk packs are logo-free and provide enough to make a massive display. #NancyApproved
14. Clear Bulbs with Dried Flowers ❄️
Clear glass or plastic ornaments filled with dried baby’s breath or bunny tails offer a delicate, airy look. They fit perfectly into wood bead garland DIY themes.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Clear Fillable Ornaments
• Dried Florals
• Tweezers | Best For: Elegant/Minimalist Decor
Time: 5 Mins/unit
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Remove the silver cap and use long tweezers to position the stems so they stand upright rather than just bunching at the bottom.
[Image-14: Clear ornament containing wispy white dried flowers.]
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Buy on Amazon: Clear Plastic Fillable Ornaments 80mm 🐦
Why I love it: Plastic variants that look like glass are safer for homes with kids/pets; this Amazon pack offers the shatterproof safety with the high-end look of glass. #NancyApproved
15. Mud Cloth Inspired Painted Baubles ❄️
Using a white paint pen on matte black or brown ornaments to draw tribal patterns creates a distinct modern boho vibe.
| 📝 Key Materials | ✨ Why It Works |
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• Solid Color Matte Ornaments
• White Oil-Based Paint Pen | Best For: Artistic expression
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low |
💡 Pro-Tip: Practice your pattern on paper first; keep designs simple (lines and dots) for the most authentic “Mud Cloth” aesthetic.
[Image-15: Black ornament with white tribal markings.]
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Buy on Amazon: Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Markers White 🐦
Why I love it: Standard markers look transparent on dark ornaments; Oil-based markers are required for opacity, and this pack offers various tip sizes. #NancyApproved
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I hope this list helps you answer the question, “What is boho style for Christmas?” It’s all about texture, warmth, and keeping things natural! Which of these projects are you going to try first? I’d love to see your creations—tag me on Pinterest so I can share your beautiful work! Happy crafting! 🧶❤️
