If you love crafting for the holidays but don’t want to spend hours (or a fortune) on decorations, I’ve got the perfect project for you. Today, Tammy is sharing three super simple Christmas ornament ideas you can make with your Cricut. These are beginner-friendly, totally customizable, and budget-conscious — so you can fill your tree (or your craft show booth) without breaking the bank.
Whether you’re making them for your own home, gifting them, or selling them at holiday markets, these Cricut Christmas ornaments are a hit every single time.
Supplies You’ll Need
For all three ornament designs, you only need a handful of supplies:
- Flat and Round Ornaments – Dollar Tree, Walmart, or Hobby Lobby all have great options.
- Acrylic Paint – Hobby Lobby’s Folk Art brand gives great coverage.
- Cricut Smart Vinyl – Amazon has a wide range of colors and finishes.
- Cricut Machine – Any model works, just make sure it can cut the vinyl you choose.
- Transfer Tape – To easily apply your vinyl designs.
- Weeding Tool – For removing small pieces from your cut vinyl.
- Paint Brushes or Sponges – For applying your acrylic paint.
How to Make Each Cricut Christmas Ornament
Tammy walks us through three unique designs in her video, but here’s a general step-by-step to get you started:
1. Paint Your Base
Remove the ornament tops and give your ornaments a coat of acrylic paint. Depending on your color choice and paint type, you may need two coats. Let them dry completely before moving on.
Tip: Use a paper cup or ornament holder to keep them upright while drying.
2. Cut Your Vinyl Designs
In Cricut Design Space, choose your holiday sayings, monograms, or images. Adjust the size to fit your ornament, then cut your design on Cricut Smart Vinyl.
Tip: Keep your designs simple and bold — small intricate cuts can be tricky on round ornaments.
3. Apply the Vinyl
Weed out any extra vinyl, then use transfer tape to carefully apply the design to your ornament. Smooth it out to avoid air bubbles.
Tip: For curved surfaces, cut small slits in your transfer tape so it conforms to the shape better.
4. Finishing Touches
Replace the ornament tops and add ribbon, twine, or a bow to hang them. You can even personalize them with names or the year for extra charm.
Why You’ll Love This Project
- Budget-Friendly: You can make multiple ornaments for just a few dollars each.
- Customizable: Match any holiday theme — rustic farmhouse, traditional red & green, or glam metallics.
- Gift-Ready: Add them to a gift bag, use them as stocking stuffers, or sell them at holiday craft shows.
Selling These at Craft Shows
If you’re a handmade business owner, Cricut ornaments are an easy product to batch make before holiday markets. Package them in clear bags or boxes with a bow for a professional, ready-to-gift presentation.
Tammy’s Cricut ornament ideas prove you don’t need a massive budget or complicated tools to make beautiful Christmas décor. Grab your supplies, fire up your Cricut, and start crafting — you’ll have a pile of festive ornaments ready in no time!
