How to DIY Cardinal Themed Christmas Tree Decorations

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How to DIY Cardinal Themed Christmas Tree Decorations

Learn how easy it is to decorate a gorgeous Christmas tree with a cardinal theme.

I'm sharing a bunch of DIY ornament tutorials to make the most memorable Christmas tree decorations.

Handmade holiday decorations are the best, they can be given as gifts and are treasures year after year.

The first time I ever saw a cardinal with my own eyes was the week or so after I moved to Fayetteville, North Carolina in 2012. (picture below)

I took my kids on a walk, with the intention of not coming home until we had seen and properly photographed a cardinal.

Cardinal birds don't migrate, so if you see them in the Summer time, they'll be there in the Winter time too.

Cardinals are a good omen, they represent loved ones passed on, and are the perfect addition to decorate with at Christmas time. Like they say "Cardinals appear when loved ones are near!"

So a cardinal themed tree was just what I needed this holiday season!

The first time I ever saw a cardinal with my own eyes was the week or so after I moved to Fayetteville, North Carolina in 2012. (picture below)

This beautiful red bird cardinal theme tree is most definitely kitty cat approved!

I love using a flocked tree--it transforms everything into a white palette instead of bright green.

Then I love adding natural elements of wood, red cardinal ornaments, gold bead garland and ornament balls.

Then anything that adds a touch of red is perfect, like red berries, it's just perfect with cardinal Christmas ornaments.

My daughter's girl friend brought me the cardinal on the bench from North Carolina, which is where I lived the first time I ever saw a cardinal in real life (pic above)...so I based the whole Christmas tree decoration off of that darling bird.

This beautiful red bird cardinal theme tree is most definitely kitty cat approved! I love using a flocked tree--it transforms everything into a white palette instead of bright green. Then I love adding natural elements of wood, red cardinal ornaments, gold bead garland and ornament balls. Then anything that adds a touch of red is perfect, like red berries, it's just perfect with cardinal Christmas ornaments. My daughter's girl friend brought me the cardinal on the bench from North Carolina, which is where I lived the first time I ever saw a cardinal in real life (pic above)...so I based the whole Christmas tree decoration off of that darling bird.

I am decorating a pencil size Christmas tree, but this theme would be beautiful on tabletop trees, grapevine wreaths, or on the front door in a Winter wreath.

If you are doing a Cardinal wreath, get a wreath form from the Dollar tree and make little decorations for it, just like this tree.

Get inspired creating a meaningful and memorable Merry Christmas!

I am decorating a pencil size Christmas tree, but this theme would be beautiful on tabletop trees, grapevine wreaths, or on the front door in a Winter wreath. If you are doing a Cardinal wreath, get a wreath form from the Dollar tree and make little decorations for it, just like this tree. Get inspired creating a meaningful and memorable Merry Christmas!

King of Christmas (Flocked Artificial Trees Review) (full post)

There are so many great artificial trees at King of Christmas, pick your favorite and get it ordered.

They sell fast, so now is a great time to plan ahead of the holiday rush.

Any height from 3 to 12 foot tall trees...plus wreaths, garlands and other fun decorations!

Here's a few of my favorite trees:

Again, pick your favorite type of tree, the shape of the fir and boughs and the height of the tree.

There are so many options and these are the best quality artificial trees, they will last many years to come.

King of Christmas (Flocked Artificial Trees Review) (full post) There are so many great artificial trees at King of Christmas, pick your favorite and get it ordered. They sell fast, so now is a great time to plan ahead of the holiday rush. Any height from 3 to 12 foot tall trees...plus wreaths, garlands and other fun decorations!

Let's get started on decorating this fabulous pencil tree!

I signed up for a painting class at the end of September and I am loving it.

I painted this cardinal as one of my first solo practices and just love how it turned out.

Check out the full video here.

Let's get started on decorating this fabulous pencil tree! I signed up for a painting class at the end of September and I am loving it. I painted this cardinal as one of my first solo practices and just love how it turned out. Check out the full video here.

Supplies Needed for Cardinal Themed Tree:

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I found some gold bead garland to drape around the tree...I love decorating a pencil tree because a little decor goes a long way!

I used some macrame ornaments a friend made a while back...because they were mostly natural with a little touch of red holly berries.

How to Make a Macrame Josephine Knot Ornament!

Learn how to tie a Josephine knot!

Macrame is all the rage and the perfect look for the holidays. This is the perfect macrame craft for beginners--that totally shouts "not made by a beginner!" You will love this--once confident with this knot, you can go big!

This cute knot makes the perfect little handmade ornament. Great to give as a handmade gift, use as a gift tag or just decorate your Christmas tree.

Just a couple supplies and a few minutes to make each one. Great for a tween/teenager craft too! Fill the Christmas tree with these gorgeous ornaments for a natural look!

How to Make a Macrame Josephine Knot Ornament! Learn how to tie a Josephine knot! Macrame is all the rage and the perfect look for the holidays. This is the perfect macrame craft for beginners--that totally shouts "not made by a beginner!" You will love this--once confident with this knot, you can go big! This cute knot makes the perfect little handmade ornament. Great to give as a handmade gift, use as a gift tag or just decorate your Christmas tree. Just a couple supplies and a few minutes to make each one. Great for a tween/teenager craft too! Fill the Christmas tree with these gorgeous ornaments for a natural look!

How to Make an Envelope Pillow Case!

If there is anything that just sings of the Winter holidays, it's velvet!

That rich, creamy fabric is soft and luxurious. Unfortunately velvet is super pricy by the yard...but I have a secret to get it much cheaper!

Make a throw pillow worthy of White Christmas made of velvet and only 4 straight stitches of sewing.

How to Make an Envelope Pillow Case! If there is anything that just sings of the Winter holidays, it's velvet! That rich, creamy fabric is soft and luxurious. Unfortunately velvet is super pricy by the yard...but I have a secret to get it much cheaper! Make a throw pillow worthy of White Christmas made of velvet and only 4 straight stitches of sewing.

Everything matches my gold tassel garland.

I love it, it's been up and part of my home decor for years!

Do you use the same Christmas tree decorations every year or do you mix things up now and then?

I do something different every single year.

I love it and I might as well, things change and I love variety in decorating!

I did a wood burning wood slice project last year and added that 'Merry' right to the tree.

Instagram Reel Here!

Make darling wood slice ornaments with a red cardinal on them.

This is an easy craft and great for a variety of other themes too!

I love the rustic vibe of wood slice ornaments!

How to Make Cardinal Wood Slice Ornaments (Easy DIY)

Learn how to make easy DIY Cardinal wood slice ornaments for decorating the Christmas tree, adding to gift bags as gift tags or as neighbor and friend gifts to pass out this holiday season.

These diy wood slice ornaments are easy to make, take really no artistic skill and are fast--just a wood slice, stamps, paint, a paperclip and hot glue.

Just a few supplies and you can make cardinal ornaments or other varieties, just add stamps!

Cardinals appear when loved ones are near!

Make a memorial ornament for any friends, family or neighbors who have lost someone in their life and need a reminder that they are always with them.

These wood slice ornaments are easy to make if you have an xTool S1!

How to Laser Cut Wooden Cardinal Christmas Ornaments

Cardinals are such a beloved sign of Christmas, a reminder of loved ones long passed and a good omen.

Learn how to make laser cut wooden cardinal Christmas ornaments using the xTool S1.

Make a bunch of laser cut ornaments for family, friends and neighbor gifts.

How to Laser Cut Wooden Cardinal Christmas Ornaments Cardinals are such a beloved sign of Christmas, a reminder of loved ones long passed and a good omen. Learn how to make laser cut wooden cardinal Christmas ornaments using the xTool S1. Make a bunch of laser cut ornaments for family, friends and neighbor gifts.

I love the warm white lights on the tree, they all glow like little candles.

I love the sparkle of gold and the pops of red.

Make darling Ribbon Word ornaments with air dry clay:

Simply roll out some clay about 1/4 inch thick.

Then use alphabet stamps to impress letters into it.

Poke a hole with a straw and let the air dry clay dry completely.

Paint and decorate however you like.

Make darling Ribbon Word ornaments with air dry clay: Simply roll out some clay about 1/4 inch thick. Then use alphabet stamps to impress letters into it. Poke a hole with a straw and let the air dry clay dry completely. Paint and decorate however you like.

Air dry clay ornaments are a great craft to do with kids too!

Make it a family craft night and get into the holiday mood with a fun Christmas movie on and some tasty treats!

How to Make Clay Cardinal Christmas Ornaments DIY

Learn how to make clay cardinal Christmas tree ornaments with air dry clay and some easy tools.

These cardinals are a symbol of loved ones, a good omen and bring lots of joy to all that see them and they make the perfect Christmas craft.

Air dry clay dries to a ceramic-like finish and is a great family craft, great for handmade gifts and for DIY holiday decor this Christmas season.

How to Make Clay Cardinal Christmas Ornaments DIY Learn how to make clay cardinal Christmas tree ornaments with air dry clay and some easy tools. These cardinals are a symbol of loved ones, a good omen and bring lots of joy to all that see them and they make the perfect Christmas craft. Air dry clay dries to a ceramic-like finish and is a great family craft, great for handmade gifts and for DIY holiday decor this Christmas season.

When creating a themed Christmas tree, try using things you already have on hand, make a variety of new ornaments or quality items and then only buy what you absolutely need online or from craft stores.

This will help make the holiday season bright, new and refreshing!

That's it!

I hope you are inspired to create a cardinal themed Christmas tree with lots of handmade ornaments and decorations!

This cardinal Christmas tree is helping remind me of the people in my life that have passed on but I know are watching over me.

It's a tree of good omens!

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I hope you are inspired to create a cardinal themed Christmas tree with lots of handmade ornaments and decorations! This cardinal Christmas tree is helping remind me of the people in my life that have passed on but I know are watching over me. It's a tree of good omens!

King of Christmas (Flocked Artificial Trees Review)

King of Christmas sent me an amazing flocked pencil tree to review!

Pencil trees are my most favorite, especially since I have a small living room space and a large tree can feel a little too cluttery.

This flocked pencil tree is the most beautiful and nicest tree I've ever owned and perfect for small spaces!

Let me show you all the awesome elements of the best artificial Christmas trees and you'll want one of your own!

King of Christmas (Flocked Artificial Trees Review) King of Christmas sent me an amazing flocked pencil tree to review! Pencil trees are my most favorite, especially since I have a small living room space and a large tree can feel a little too cluttery. This flocked pencil tree is the most beautiful and nicest tree I've ever owned and perfect for small spaces! Let me show you all the awesome elements of the best artificial Christmas trees and you'll want one of your own!

How to Make Jar Lid Ornaments!

Let me show you how fun, easy and practically free it is to make layered jar lid ornaments.

These are the perfect craft for big groups; church activity, school/class craft, Girl or Boy Scouts, Girls Craft Night, paint nights and more.

Gather a few supplies you probably already have--which makes these festive jar lid ornaments--FREE!

How to Make Jar Lid Ornaments! Let me show you how fun, easy and practically free it is to make layered jar lid ornaments. These are the perfect craft for big groups; church activity, school/class craft, Girl or Boy Scouts, Girls Craft Night, paint nights and more. Gather a few supplies you probably already have--which makes these festive jar lid ornaments--FREE!

How to Make a Miniature Cabin in Woods Cloche!

This tiny little miniature cabin in the woods is the perfect craft for a July afternoon.

Make the tiniest and most adorable Winter scene captured in a bottle.

This little decoration is perfect to hang on a Christmas tree or set on a shelf for the cutest of elements!

How to Make a Miniature Cabin in Woods Cloche! This tiny little miniature cabin in the woods is the perfect craft for a July afternoon. Make the tiniest and most adorable Winter scene captured in a bottle. I love working on Christmas projects in July because it's warm outside, I feel like being busy...and I'm not swamped with holiday have-to's.

How to Make a Handwriting Ornament with Sublimation

Turn a loved ones handwriting into a treasured ornament using sublimation.

When a person passes away, everything they worte, said or made becomes a treasure. My mom passed away from cancer in January 1998 and I decided to turn her handwriting into ornaments this year.

I scoured through all my old notes, pictures and papers to find the perfect sample of her writing.

I found the last line in a letter she wrote me, when she knew she was going to die, and it was such a wonderful letter legacy.

Turn a loved ones handwriting into a cherished keepsake ornament using sublimation!