One of the obligatory attributes of the New Year is a decorated Christmas tree. It is believed that decorating a green beauty helps any wish come true. In this material you will find step-by-step instructions for making 5 different decorations: from coffee beans, jute twine, raffia, willow branches and burlap.

To create Christmas balls with your own hands we will need:

• foam balls of different diameters (5 pcs.)
• glue gun + 3-5 glue sticks
• spray paint (brown and beige)
• nylon
• coffee beans
• raffia
• jute twine (2 types)
• willow twigs
• sackcloth
• decorative elements (ribbons)

How to make a New Year's ball from coffee beans

Coffee beans enrich the interior not only visually, but also with their aroma. They are used in decoration by many craftsmen who create magnificent things for the home.

Tools and materials for creating New Year's balls from coffee beans:

• foam ball
• glue gun
• nylon
• coffee beans
• jute twine (2 types)

First, we make a loop for our ball. We will need jute twine, scissors and a heat gun.

We make a hole with scissors, drip a little glue there and fix our rope.

We fix the nylon with glue and coffee beans.

We continue to cover the ball with grains, placing them as close to each other as possible.

When we have finished the first layer of coffee beans, we proceed to the second.

The second layer is necessary in order to remove all the gaps that we have created. We place the coffees just as close to each other. If this is not done, the ball will look extremely sloppy.

If desired, you can make several different balls by simply alternating the grains in different ways (with and without a slot). The first ball is ready. Let's move on to the next one.

How to make a New Year's ball using jute twine

Jute twine is made from long and soft natural strands, which are obtained from plants of the same name.

Tools and materials:

• foam ball
• glue gun
• jute twine (2 types)

We start making a ball from a loop. Then we wrap it with jute twine.

We fix the thread with a glue gun. For a better look, we do it pointwise.

This is what the first jute ball should look like.

For the second, we take a ball of a different diameter and a coarser thread.

The operating principle is the same.

The final result is wonderful Christmas tree decorations.

How to make a New Year's ball from raffia

Raffia is a palm tree, a palm tree is raffia. Literally, this is how you can summarize all the available information about the origin of this material.

Tools and materials:

• glue gun
• foam ball
• raffia
• jute twine
• beige paint

We start with a method that is already well known to us. Foam - jute - loop.

We fix it with a heat gun.

We do it in several layers.

If desired, you can leave it in its original form...

But we will paint the ball beige, since it is a little out of our general trend.

How to make a New Year's ball from willow twigs

After a walk in the park, you may collect beautiful branches, but decide to throw them away. There is no need to rush, because they may come in handy in the process of creating New Year's decor.

Tools and materials:

• glue gun
• willow branches
• jute twine
• brown paint

The branches should not be dry, otherwise they will not take the desired shape and will break.

First we make two circles of branches. We connect them together with a rope and make a loop for the future ball.

Then we straighten the branches...

And we thread new ones.

We make it as close to the ball as possible.

You will get a ball approximately like this.

Brown suits us better. Therefore, we will also paint this ball using a spray can.

How to make a New Year's ball decorated with burlap

In terms of color combination, burlap will harmonize perfectly with beige and dark brown.

Tools and materials:

• glue gun
• foam ball
• jute twine
• sackcloth
• needle and thread

Using a needle and thread, we place our ball in a kind of bag.

We tie a bow and trim the edges, freeing the loop.

This is how our last ball came out.

We can stop there.

In total, we got 6 different DIY New Year's decorations.

If you want to give them individuality, you can supplement them with decorative elements.

We use ribbons and decorative keys.

We use a hot-melt gun to glue everything prepared for the balls.

We made such original decorations for our Christmas tree.

Happy holidays everyone!

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Today I will show you how to make beautiful room decor using branches and balls of thread. This decor is much cheaper than store-bought ones, but in no way inferior to them in beauty.

We will need:

• Fresh willow branches;
• The branches are thicker;
• Aerosol paint in a can;
• Acrylic paint;
• PVA glue;
• Thick threads;
• Balloons;
• Acrylic lacquer.

Step 1.

Step 2.

We paint our thread balls with spray paint.

Step 3.

Then, you need to clear the willow twigs of leaves.

Step 4.

When the foliage is cleaned, we collect the rods into a bundle and, placing one edge of them against a flat tube or stick (in this case a mop was used), fix the bundle with tape. Then we wind the rods in a spiral along the stick, periodically fixing them with tape. Let the rods dry. It took me 3 days.

Step 5.

After working with willow branches, you need to remove the bark from the thicker branches. After which you can dry them the same way.

Step 6.

The willow twigs have dried and now you need to remove them from the stick, and then paint them with aerosol paint, since painting them with acrylic will be very difficult and time-consuming (here the color is the same as for balls of thread).

Step 7

Thick branches, also after drying, must be treated with sandpaper and painted with acrylic paint, and after drying, coated with acrylic varnish.

Step 8

Now that everything is dry, we put our branches in a vase, distributing them beautifully and putting balls of thread on the ends of the thicker branches.

There you go! It turned out very amazing, in my opinion.

Factory-made New Year's decorations will never be able to replace the warmth and soulfulness of products made with one's own hands, and even if a homemade hand-made product is not entirely ideal, but all the soul will be put into it, and this is worth a lot! Today we will show you how to make Christmas balls with your own hands, so that you won’t be ashamed to decorate the interior of your beloved home with them. In addition, you can involve children in the creative process, firstly, such work is useful for the development of children's motor skills, secondly, any common cause greatly unites, and thirdly, together you will have time to make much more unusual Christmas tree balls.

One legend says that the first Christmas tree balls appeared in Germany in 1848. In those days, Christmas trees were decorated with real apples, but 1848 was a bad harvest, and local glassblowers urgently created glass “apples” that successfully replaced real ones. Local residents appreciated the idea of ​​glass decorations, and so they gradually replaced fresh apple candies.

Christmas balls made from newspaper tubes.

We take a sheet of magazine, twist it into a bundle, if required, you can create several bundles by gluing them together. Then we take a foam ball, glue the end of a magazine strip on top, and begin winding around the perimeter of the ball, as in the photo below, gluing each layer with polymer glue.

Christmas balls made of felt.

On paper we draw patterns of flowers, one larger than the other smaller. We take tracing paper, lay it on pink felt fabric and outline a large flower, you will need a lot of such flowers, so we create the required number of them. Then we take white felt, lay tracing paper on it and outline a small flower; you will need exactly the same number of them as pink flowers. We cut out all the details with scissors, sew two flowers together, and glue a bead in the center. Using this pattern we sew the rest of the flowers. We glue the resulting flowers using a glue gun to a foam ball.

DIY Christmas balls made from paper flowers.

Using a hole punch with a flower tip, we create a variety of purple and white paper flowers. We put the white flower into the purple one, bend the edges to the center, then use pins with bead heads to pin them to the foam ball.

New Year's balls in rosettes made of corrugated paper.

We create miniature roses from corrugated paper (the process of creating roses is captured in the photo below). We tie the stem of the flower with thread so that the bud does not fall apart, cut off the long stems closer to the threads, and glue the flowers using a glue gun or instant glue to the surface of a foam ball. We fill the gaps with large beads.

New Year's balls made of sequins.

Each sequin needs to be secured to the surface of a foam ball using sewing pins (the kind seamstresses use). Sequins need to be pinned overlapping.

Christmas balls decorated with beads.

On a pin with a beaded head, we string beautiful beads of different sizes, and stick each nail into the surface of a foam ball. Don't forget to glue or pin the ribbon on the pendant.

How to make Christmas balls from paper.

First way. According to the template presented below, we cut out many parts, which we connect together as in the photo below, forming a ball.

Second way. We cut the paper into strips (4 pieces), lay them crosswise, connect them in the center with a nail, connect the ends together from the bottom, forming a ball, and fasten them with a stapler. We create a pendant from a rope, which we attach to a nail.

Third way. We cut the paper into circles, bend the sides of the circles towards the center, it looks like a triangle. Glue the parts together to form a ball.

Christmas tree balls made from cinnamon sticks.

We cut the cinnamon sticks into pieces of equal length, each of which is glued with polymer glue to the surface of the foam ball.

Christmas tree balls decorated with paper scales.

Using a large round hole punch, we create many circles, which we glue with an overlap to the surface of the foam ball using a glue gun.

DIY Christmas balls made from branches.

Let's make a ball (it's even better to take a thin rubber ball of a round shape that can be deflated and inflated), cut the dry branches into small pieces with pruners, apply the branches to the surface of the ball and glue them together with a glue gun. When the glue dries, deflate the ball and pull it out through one of the wide holes.

How to make a New Year's ball from threads.

We inflate the ball, wrap it with threads, then thoroughly soak it with PVA glue, hang it in a dry place to dry the glue. As soon as the glue dries, pierce the ball with a needle and pull it out through one of the holes. To make a ball of thread look more impressive, immediately after applying the glue, you can generously sprinkle it with coarse glitter.

How to make a “chocolate” ball.

We take any unnecessary ball, cover it with glue from a gun, creating spectacular drips, when the glue dries, paint the ball chocolate-colored with spray paint. After the paint has dried, cover the spectacular chocolate drip with a layer of PVA glue and sprinkle with large white glitter. We glue red decorative berries and twigs on top.

How to make a ball out of rope.

We inflate the medical fingertip, tie it with thread, soak the rope in PVA glue, and wind the rope around the fingertip ball. We leave the product to dry, after which we glue a hat on top for hanging. Details on creating such a ball are in the article.

How to decorate a ball with acorn caps.

We paint the foam ball brown with acrylic paint, take polymer glue, generously lubricate the acorn cap with it and glue it to the surface of the ball; according to this scheme, we completely cover the ball with acorn caps. Finally, gaps can be masked with beads and silver glitter particles.

How to make a ball of pine cones.

We take a thick garbage bag, put cotton wool tightly inside, and tie the bag. We separate the tops from the cones and glue them to the surface of the ball using polymer glue or a glue gun.

How to decorate a ball with pine cone scales.

Use pliers to separate the scales from the cone. Then we take a foam ball and, using a glue gun, glue all the flakes overlapping to its entire surface.

How to decorate a ball with decorative balls.

Such synthetic padding balls are sold in departments for creativity; we glue them to the surface of the foam ball using a glue gun, alternating simple white balls and shiny balls.

How to decorate a ball with lace.

We cut out details from lace, for example, flowers, and glue the flowers to the surface of the foam ball using PVA glue. We paint the ball with white acrylic paint, then bronze, after which we take a sponge and go over the surface of the ball with blotting movements. The surface acquires an aged effect; all that remains is to glue the hat and pendant and tie a beautiful ribbon.

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Today we showed how to make Christmas tree balls with your own hands, without unnecessary financial and time costs; such beautiful decorations will definitely not go unnoticed, and your friends will certainly appreciate all your efforts.

In every home where there are small children, the main task when decorating the Christmas tree is, first of all, its safety. These little playful creatures not only strive to remove all the shiny things from the branches, but also taste them, especially if they are teething. And here undeservedly forgotten retro decorations, in particular, Christmas tree decorations made of wood, can come to the aid of parents. They do not break, which eliminates the possibility of being injured by sharp fragments, and even if a child accidentally gnaws on such a toy, he still will not be able to bite through it and swallow the particles.

The shape and appearance of wooden products can be very diverse: from simple snowflakes made from twigs to figurines of animals and birds. Everything depends only on the imagination and patience of adults who will create masterpieces, although older children can also be involved in the production of simple models. While dad is busy cutting and assembling, mom and daughter or son will paint the blanks.

So, what kind of wooden Christmas decorations can you make with your own hands to decorate your Christmas tree and give it an original look? We offer a brief selection of such jewelry.

My mother and I make delicate openwork balls from wicker

There is enough work for everyone in the New Year's workshop. Handicraft mothers can easily cope with the simplest preparation of balls and weave them from willow twigs. Such toys do not even need additional painting; the airy structure of the balls will only emphasize their weightlessness, but if desired, the toys can be gilded or painted in different colors. To hang a wooden Christmas ball, just tie a small thread or a satin ribbon to one of its sides.

The ball will be neater and the vine will bend easier if, before weaving, the willow branches are first boiled for 30 minutes and the bark is removed from them.

Balloons made from wooden twigs

Another easy way to make Christmas tree balls from wood is useful if there is nowhere to get a vine. It can be completely replaced with ordinary thin twigs, cut or collected from any tree or shrub in a city or private garden. The toy is made in this way:

1. First, a regular balloon is inflated.
2. Then twigs are glued around it so that they touch each other.
3. After the glue has dried, the ball is punched.

If the twigs are thick, it doesn’t matter, they can be easily cut into two parts.

Wooden balls from blank hemispheres

You can get very beautiful Christmas tree toys made of wood if you ask your dad to make blanks in the form of two halves of a ball. They are put together and painted to suit your taste. However, it is worth considering that such balls will have much more weight than openwork ones, and the branches under them may sag.

“Lighting” wooden stars on the Christmas tree

Wooden Christmas tree decorations in the shape of stars are no less beautiful from thin branches and vines. To do this you need:

• select five even twigs;
• cut them to the same length;
• fold in the shape of a star, fixing the ends at the points of contact with a thin wire;
• Wrap the inside of the star with willow vine.

If desired, the stars can be painted or varnished.

Charming round toys made from saw cuts

For those who like to draw, the option of making Christmas tree decorations from wood cuts is suitable. You can find them after collecting firewood for the dacha, or you can make them yourself by sawing unnecessary tree branches of various thicknesses.

It is enough for the thickness of the round to be up to 1.5 cm.

The surface of the saw cut is decorated to your taste:

In order for such a wooden Christmas tree toy to last for many years, it is better to cover its surface with two layers of varnish. This will not only extend the life of the jewelry, but will also make it more attractive.

Charming wooden animals, birds and other figures

It’s not bad at all if you have a special machine at home, with which you can give wooden cuts any shape. Thus, Christmas trees, squirrels, horses, birds and even snowflakes are made from an ordinary block.

They are sanded well so that the surface becomes perfectly smooth, and then a design is burned or painted on them. Although even without it, such a toy is very beautiful and looks as natural as possible.

Handmade work is highly valued at all times, including today. A set of wooden Christmas tree decorations, made by yourself and beautifully packaged, will make a wonderful gift for the New Year holidays.

How to hang wooden toys on a Christmas tree?

The blanks are made, the paint has dried, the toys are ready, and then the question arises - how to attach them to the New Year's beauty? There may be several options for holders for Christmas tree toys. We suggest using the most common ones:

If there are no holes on a wooden Christmas tree toy, they are drilled or an additional small ring is first screwed into the figurine to attach the holder.

As you can see, making Christmas tree decorations from wood with your own hands is not at all difficult, and even children can make some models without the help of their parents. Such decorations are not only environmentally friendly, but also contain a bit of the soul invested by their creators, because when working with wood, the master gives it a part of himself, as if breathing life into the tree. Our ancestors believed in this, and we will believe in it too. Let your Christmas tree come to life with fairy-tale characters, wooden in appearance, but with a living soul, and attract only happiness into your home. Happy New Year holidays!

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Many people notice that the older they get, the more difficult it is to re-experience that magical feeling of a fairy tale and miracle that always came to us as children on New Year's Eve.

But we're in website We are sure that the New Year's mood will not keep you waiting if you make one of these wonderful decorations for your home and Christmas tree with your own hands. Almost all of them, with the exception of two or three, do not require much time and any special materials - they can be made in half an hour from what is at hand.

Stars made of threads

Wreath made of balloons and an old hanger

In just half an hour, you can make a colorful wreath by purchasing a couple of sets of inexpensive balloons. Blogger Jennifer, the author of this article, recommends straightening out an old hanger, but if you don't have one, a piece of strong wire will do just fine.

• You will need: a couple of sets of balls (20-25 balls of different colors and sizes), a wire hanger or wire, fir branches, braid or a ready-made decoration for decorating a wreath.

Tablecloth made of snowflakes

A delicate and surprisingly festive tablecloth will be made from snowflakes, which we have gotten our hands on since childhood. You can sit down and cut out snowflakes with the whole family, and then lay them out on the table and fasten them with small pieces of tape. A wonderful solution for entertaining guests or just having lunch with the family during the holidays.

Multi-colored hats

The cutest colored hats can be made from leftover yarn, which can be used to make a garland for a Christmas tree or to decorate a wall. Or hang them on a window or chandelier at different levels. Children over five years old will also be great at making this simple decoration. See details.

• You will need: a roll of toilet paper for rings (or regular cardboard or thick paper), scissors, colorful yarn and a good mood.

Lamp “Snowy City”

For this charming lamp, you need to measure a piece of paper around the circumference of the jar with a small margin (for gluing), draw and cut out a simple city or forest landscape. Wrap it around the jar and place a candle inside.

• You will need: a jar, thick paper of any color, maybe white, any candle. Another option is to cover the top of the jar with “falling snow” using a special “snow” spray, which is sold in hobby stores.

Balloons with photos

A great idea for decorating a Christmas tree or as a gift for relatives and friends. The photo needs to be rolled into a tube so that it fits into the hole of the ball, and then straightened out with a wooden stick or tweezers. Small black and white rectangular photographs are suitable, and you can also cut the photo according to the shape of a ball or silhouette (as in the case of a cat in the snow).

• You will need: plastic or glass balls, photographs, various things to fill the ball - tinsel, garlands, coarse salt (for snow).

New Year's lamps

And this miracle is a matter of five minutes. It is enough to collect balls, fir branches, cones and put them in a transparent vase (or a cute jar) and add glowing garlands.

Embers

Glowing garlands, hidden among cones, branches and pine paws, create the effect of smoldering coals in the fireplace or a cozy fire. They even seem to be heating up. For this purpose, a basket that has been lying on the balcony for a hundred years, a nice bucket or, for example, a wicker container for small items from Ikea will be suitable. You will find everything else (except for the garland, of course) in the park.

Floating candles

A very simple decoration for the New Year's table or for a cozy evening with friends during the New Year holidays - a composition with candles floating in a vessel with water, cranberries and pine branches. You can use cones, orange slices, fresh flowers and leaves from a flower shop - whatever your imagination tells you. And as a candlestick - deep plates, vases, jars, glasses, the main thing is that they are transparent.

Snowman on the refrigerator or door

Children will definitely be delighted with this - it’s fast, fun and very simple, because even a three-year-old can handle cutting out large parts. It is enough to cut out circles, a nose and a scarf from self-adhesive paper, wrapping paper or colored cardboard and attach them to regular or double-sided tape.

Snowflakes on the window

Interesting use for a glue gun lying around. In order to glue these snowflakes to the glass, just lightly press them to the surface. For details see our video.

• You will need: a stencil with a snowflake drawn with a black marker, tracing paper (parchment, baking paper), a glue gun and a little patience.

Christmas trees-candies

You can build bright Christmas trees with your kids for a children's party or decorate a festive table with them. Cut out triangles from colored paper or cardboard, attach with tape to a toothpick and stick the resulting Christmas trees into the candies.

• You will need: Hershey's Kisses or any other truffle candies, toothpicks, tape, colored paper or cardboard with a design.

Garland with photographs and drawings

New Year, Christmas - warm, family holidays. And it will come in very handy with photographs, children's drawings, and pictures. The easiest way to secure them is with clothespins, which can be decorated with hearts or snowflakes.

Origami star

Painted spoons

Ordinary metal spoons or wooden cooking spoons are transformed into interesting New Year's decorations using acrylic paints. Kids will definitely love this idea. If you bend the handle of metal spoons, you can hang them on the Christmas tree. And wooden spoons will look great in the kitchen or in a bouquet with fir branches.

Snowman made from a sock