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How to Make Christmas Ornaments with Resin for Holiday Magic

How to Make Christmas Ornaments with Resin for Holiday Magic

If you’re looking to add a personal

and creative touch to your holiday decor this year Christmas ornaments are the way to go. They’re fun to make beautiful to display and they last for years. Whether you’re crafting for yourself your tree or for thoughtful handmade gifts these little works of art are sure to stand out.

In this post we’ll guide you through

 how to make ornaments what materials you’ll need and some festive design ideas to get your creativity flowing.

> Need more holiday DIY inspiration Visit our [DIY Ornament Ideas Page] for seasonal crafts you’ll love

Why Resin Makes the Perfect Holiday Ornament

 is a great medium for Christmas ornaments because it’s durable lightweight and crystal clear. It lets you get super creative with what you embed inside from glitter and fake snow to candy canes or even tiny photos.

Plus making ornaments with resin

is a fun activity you can do solo or with the family. Kids will love choosing decorations and watching the transformation as the cures into a shiny little treasure.

What You’ll Need to Make Ornaments

Before you get started gather these basic supplies:

Epoxy or UV 

Silicone ornament molds (round star snowflake etc)

Mixing cups and stir sticks

Gloves and a covered workspace

Holiday-themed fillers (glitter confetti fake snow small photos dried orange slices etc)

Twine or ribbon for hanging

Eye pins or ornament hangers

You can find full resin ornament kits

online like [this ornament kit on Amazon] that includes molds pigments and glitter to get you started.

Step by Step How to Make Christmas Ornaments

Step 1: Prep Your Space

Cover your work surface and make sure your molds are clean. Work in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves for safety.

Step 2: Mix the Resin

Carefully follow the instructions for your specific brand. Usually you’ll combine equal parts resin and hardener and stir for about 3 minutes.

Step 3: Add Fillers

Pour a thin layer of into the mold then gently add your decorations. Layer in glitter gold flakes or mini charms for a magical effect.

Step 4: Fill and Finish

Top off with more to fully cover the decorations. Use a heat gun or lighter to remove air bubbles on the surface.

Step 5: Let It Cure

Let your ornaments cure for 24 to 48 hours depending on your resin type. Once fully hardened gently remove from the mold.

Step 6: Attach Hangers resin

Drill a small hole if your mold doesn’t include one insert an eye pin and tie a ribbon or twine for hanging.

> Want more help with curing tips Check out our  Troubleshooting Guide]

Festive Ideas for Ornaments

Here are some fun and creative themes to try:

Winter Wonderlan resin

– Use white glitter and mini snowflakes for a frosty look

Rustic Chic – Add dried orange slices and cinnamon sticks for a natural vibe

Photo Memories – Include small printed family photos sealed in tape before embedding

Classic Christmas – resin

Red and green glitter gold stars and peppermint-themed pieces

Glow Ornaments – Add glow-in-the-dark powder for a magical effect at night

You can even personalize ornaments with names using vinyl stickers or hand-painting after curing.

Bonus Tip: Turn It Into a Holiday Tradition resin

Making ornaments each year can become a fun family tradition. Let each person design their own ornament to hang on the tree or gift to someone special. Over time you’ll build a collection of handmade memories that sparkle with meaning.

> Looking to sell your ornaments or gifts this year Read our [Holiday Craft Selling Guide] for tips and ideas

Final Thoughts

ornaments are a beautiful way to add handcrafted charm to your Christmas season. With just a little creativity and a few supplies you can make unique decorations that bring joy year after year. Whether you’re giving them as gifts or keeping them for your own tree art lets you capture the magic of the holidays in every piece.

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