15 DIY Blue Christmas Decor Ideas to Display This Holiday Season
Blue Christmas isn't just a song—it's a whole decorating aesthetic to try.
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Christmas is right around the corner, which means color palettes and holiday decorations are top of mind. Now, bear with us, but instead of a traditional red and green Christmas this year, have you stopped to consider blue Christmas decorations instead?
We know, we know—it’s not the classic look you may go for every year. But if you’ve strolled through the aisles of your local craft store or found yourself searching Pinterest, you may have noticed lots of gorgeous blue Christmas decor ideas popping up. Retro winter wonderland themes, full of light and dark blue hues, are so on-trend right now—very '50s aesthetic meets modern day style. Just try to tell us you’re not intrigued!
Another thing we love about these unique blue Christmas decor ideas is that just because you’re adding icy accents into the mix doesn’t mean you can’t still pair them with traditional colors too. Blue shades stand out on everything from your Christmas tree to pine cone decorations. But first requires finding the icy, whimsical accents to put on display—and that’s where we come in. From DIY ornaments and garlands made of baubles to personalized stockings you can buy right now, you’ll find the best blue Christmas decor ideas ahead to display this holiday season.
DIY Blue Christmas Mantel Decor
Sure, classic garland-decked mantels are gorgeous for the holidays, but have you ever seen a blue bauble version? Made with blue, silver, and green hues, this matte and metallic mantel looks straight out of an icy, whimsical wonderland.
Get the tutorial at Centsational Style.
DIY Blue Marbled Christmas Ornaments
Turn your Christmas tree into a work of art with these absolutely stunning marbled ornaments. If you love the look, you can use the same instructions in different colors too. Nobody will believe these beauties didn't come from the store!
Get the tutorial at Alice & Lois.
DIY Blue Christmas Advent Calendar
With blue ribbon or blue burlap, you’ll be able to create this cute striped advent calendar that pairs well with rustic décor. For a slightly more luxe look, consider using gold buttons instead of mismatched ones.
Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.
DIY Blue Christmas Sled
Sledding and Christmas go hand in hand. They’re both relics of winter and some of the most cheerful childhood memories.
Get the tutorial at Sadie Seasongoods.
DIY Blue Flannel Christmas Tree Wrap
Give your small Christmas tree a cozy, rustic update with a blue flannel wrap. Tie it in place with a twine bow, and voilà!
Get the tutorial at Jenna Sue Design Co.
DIY Blue Fire-Starter Pine Cones
Whether you set these on your family room table as a useful centerpiece or craft them for Christmas gifts, one thing’s for sure: Your holiday guests will definitely ask where you got them. Have fun sharing that you made them all by yourself.
Get the tutorial at Something Turquoise.
DIY Opaque Blue Glass Ornaments
If you can’t find a set of blue ornaments that perfectly pair with your décor, check out these DIY opaque ornaments. With clear ornaments and the blue paint colors of your choice, you’ll be able to fully customize your ornament-centric tree and centerpieces.
Get the tutorial at The Happy Housie.
If you love the appeal of a vintage Christmas aesthetic, look no further than these mercury glass ornaments. Offering different shapes, sizes, and shades of blue, they’ll add icy dimension to any tree or centerpiece.
DIY Blue Pom-Pom Christmas Garland
Wool pom-pom garlands are especially whimsical. This one features varying shades of blue for a snowy allure.
Get the tutorial at Centsational Style.
If rustic signs are part of your decoration collection, you’ll love this watercolor print. The blue Christmas tree will pair well with any other blue accents in the room.
DIY Blue Glitter Christmas Candle
If you have a favorite holiday scent, you likely don’t want to buy a new one solely because it has a prettier jar. Instead, jazz up your own jar with this blue glitter-dipped tutorial.
Get the tutorial at A Little Tipsy.
Whether you want everyone to have the same stocking or you prefer a variety of patterns in the same color, everyone in the family will love these custom knit options. You can choose to get them embroidered, as well as which particular patterns you want.
This quirky little fella will be a standout ornament on your tree. And if you love his little bearded demeanor, you can buy more than one gnome, with the option of different colors and fabrics.
DIY Blue Glitter Christmas Pine Cones
Sure, hanging natural pine cones on your tree is festive in and of itself. But add glittery blue paint to the tips of those pine cones, and you'll have yourself a veritable Christmas wonderland effect.
Get the tutorial at Maison de Pax.
Christmas is a time for gatherings and relaxation, so you might as well add a few blue accents for all your cozy get-togethers. And if you ask us, this one is way too cute to pass up.
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