Christmas Terrarium

"Decorating for the holidays is one of my favorite things. Creating your own Christmas decor, like this beautiful Christmas terrarium, is fun, satisfying, and a great way to add a personal touch to your home. There’s nothing quite like a gift made from the heart. While this Christmas terrarium is definitely a great gift idea, it’s also a beautiful way to dress up your own home for the holidays. You too can easily make a Christmas terrarium to display on your mantle, as a centerpiece for your holiday table, or to give as a gift!"

Primary TechniqueGeneral Crafts

Materials List

• Large cylinder glass vase 8” high x 8” wide – similar to this one
  
• Empty plastic container that fits inside the cylinder vase approx. 2” high and 6” wide (to act as the riser for the terrarium)
  
• 2 cups artificial snow or as needed
  
• Green bottle brush Christmas trees in a variety of sizes ranging from 3 1⁄2” to 6 1⁄2” tall
  
• Red truck ornament 3” long (we used an Ashland one from Michaels)
  
• 2 popsicle craft sticks
  
• 1 wooden skewer
  
• Acrylic paint in white and brown
  
• Burlap approx. 2”x2”
  
• Craft tools:
  Paint brushes, fine tip
  Black permanent marker (medium tip)
  Hot glue gun and clear glue sticks
  Gardening shears and wire cutter (optional)

NotesPlease visit Crafts by Amanda for the full tutorial!

Celebrate With More Christmas Craft Ideas

If you loved making the Christmas terrarium, there are plenty of other festive craft projects you can try your hand at this holiday season! Here are three more Christmas crafts that you might enjoy:

1. DIY Snow Globe: Create your own winter wonderland with a DIY snow globe! Pick a special figurine, like a tiny Christmas tree or a snowman, and place it inside a mason jar filled with water, glycerin, and glitter. Secure the lid, give it a shake, and watch the snow fall. It's a magical and personalized decoration that will add a cozy touch to your home.

2. Handmade Ornaments: Get crafty with some homemade ornaments for your tree. You can make salt dough ornaments, painted wood slices, or even embroidered felt ornaments. Personalize them with names, dates, or special messages to make them extra meaningful. Handmade ornaments add a unique and sentimental touch to your Christmas tree.

3. Holiday Wreath: Get creative with a festive holiday wreath for your front door. You can make a traditional evergreen wreath adorned with pinecones and berries, or try something different like a citrus slice wreath or a yarn-wrapped wreath. Add a bow, some ornaments, or a personalized sign to make it your own. A beautiful wreath will welcome guests into your home with holiday cheer.

These Christmas crafts are not only fun to make, but they also add a personal touch to your holiday decor. Happy crafting!