Christmas tree decorations made of paper – 32 creative DIY ideas

The Christmas season inspires us to make something beautiful for our home. An Advent wreath or calendar, a door wreath, garlands for the mantel - you've probably already made them. But the Christmas tree needs new baubles and decorations at some point, right? Then take a look at our ideas on how you can make your own Christmas tree decorations out of paper. Some only require scissors and glue, so you can get the kids involved too.

Make Christmas tree decorations out of paper with children

Collect craft paper, tissue paper, crepe paper, torn book pages or old newspapers. Even the toilet paper rolls find a new purpose here. You would never guess that these gold wreaths below come from oneMade toilet paper rollbecame. Paint the inside and outside, make small cuts with scissors and then glue the two tubes together. It's that simple, but it looks very professional.

Ball with snowflakes

Then grab some festive embellishments, paint, and glitter and start your project. These ideas range from classic to vintage and modern. They are so different that everyone could find something to their taste. This ornament is a popular craft project and is suitable for any other occasion.

Angel made of coffee filters

Star made from rectangular pieces of colorful craft cardboard

Stars made of colorful cardboard with a 3D effect

Easy to make fun ornaments with punches and colorful cardstock

Make artistic Christmas decorations yourself from rolled strips of paper

Decoration made from paper strips

Fold and decorate the accordion

3D Christmas tree balls

Miniature Christmas tree pendant

Roses from book pages

Toilet paper rolls and sequins

Vintage Glitzer

Make ornaments out of toilet paper rolls

Fill the paper bag with Ferrero Rocher