Get ready to add a personalized touch to your Christmas decorations with DIY Christmas star tree toppers. Whether you have one tree or several, creating different-sized toppers can bring charm to each one. Imagine the joy of making memories as a family while crafting star-shaped ornaments using wooden stars and hanging them on your tree. It’s a wonderful way to involve everyone and create lasting traditions.
But why stop at tree toppers? Consider making smaller stars and transforming them into a beautiful garland to adorn your Christmas tree. You can also hang the garland from your mantle, instantly adding a festive touch to your fireplace. And if you’re feeling crafty, try making DIY paper stars using brown paper bags, a trend that was all the rage last Christmas.
Another creative idea is to spray paint smaller stars silver and use them as gift toppers. The beauty of these handmade gifts is that the recipient can hang them on their own tree next year for Christmas. Every time they see it hanging from a branch, they’ll be reminded of the heartfelt gesture you made by creating these unique gifts just for them.
With these DIY Christmas star decorations, you can infuse your holiday season with warmth, creativity, and the joy of crafting with the whole family. Let’s dive in and explore the wonderful world of handmade Christmas stars!
Make These Star Tree Topper
Shopping for the Pieces to Make Simple Toppers
Step 1: Craft Supplies Cutting Paper Star
Next, I began shopping for pieces I needed to make my Christmas decorations for my trees.
My first step was to buy wood stars and print free Christmas music sheet pintables and cut the paper into a star shape.
Craft Supplies Needed:
- Mod Podge
- sponge brush
- hot glue gun and glue sticks
- scissors or decoupage scissors
- craft tinsel on the roll
- card stock
Step 2: Adding the Paper Star to the Wood Pieces
Now, using the sponge brush, add Mod Podge to the back of the image. Also, it’s particularly important the points of the stars have great coverage from the Mod Podge.
Immediately, add the image to the top of your star. Here’s a great tip I have learned with Mod Podge!



Tip When Decoupaging:
Ready for this tip? Always keep a roll of plastic wrap with you when decoupaging. Specifically, because it’s the secret to never getting creases or tears in anything getting applied to a project. It works like a dream every time!
Grab the piece of plastic wrap and smooth out the image on the wood star tree topper. After it is smooth pick up the plastic wrap. If for some reason there’s still a bubble or wrinkle, continue smoothing the image and I guarantee it becomes smooth.
Because our tree can be seen from both sides of our home these star toppers are double-sided. I think makes these a very professional look, don’t you?
Step 3: Adding the Garland to The Edges of the Christmas Stars
Next, begin adding the thin craft garland to the simple stars for the Christmas tree toppers.
First, measure a section of the star from point to point and cut the garland.
Add a thin line of glue to the outer edge. Press the garland lightly to adhere. Continue until you completely cover the edges of the star crafts.



Step 4: Print and Cut the Graphic Images of Your Choice for These Christmas Crafts
Next step, I purchased vintage graphics from this shop on Etsy.
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These are budget-friendly and add little cost to this Christmas star DIY.
Using my printer, I print my images 3×5. The next step cut out the vintage image. Here’s when I recommend using decoupage scissors or a pair of scissors to cut an intricate design. These scissors are truly very sharp which makes them great to cut images that have this much detail.



Now turn the images over and add Mod Podge again. Carefully pick them up and add them to each Christmas tree star. Because the images are small and delicate, I recommend patting the graphics with your fingertips.
Step 5: Adding Silver to The Edges of Star Tree Topper
Generally, I would have added silver wax or silver paint before the craft garland. However, I didn’t realize until I was finished it was needed. It’s not a problem, I used a small stencil brush to add silver gilding wax to the edges of the tree toppers.


Step 6: Making The Stands For Christmas Tree Star
Making the stand for these Christmas tree toppers is extremely easy. Because a coil is needed to place these on the Christmas trees, use a tapered candle, and wrap a thick piece of copper wire to form a base. This can be found at any home improvement store.



Lastly, after making my coil to use for the Christmas season, I added silver wax using a stencil brush and let it dry overnight. You can also use silver or pewter spray paint.


I can’t wait to add these to our Christmas trees. These look exactly how I envisioned and saw online. And these have different images and are cost-effective!
I hope you enjoyed this post on how to make DIY Christmas tree toppers. Do you think you will give this easy idea a try for your Christmas home decor? I’d love to read your thoughts and comments!
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DIY Christmas Star Tree Topper
Equipment
- 1 Pair of Scissors
- 3 Wood Star Shapes
- 3 Pieces of Paper
- 3 Graphic Images
- 1 Bottle Mod Podge
- 1 Paintbrush or sponge brush
- 1 piece plastic wrap
- 1 roll of decorative tinsel garland
- 1 taper candle
- 1 piece of coated wire
- 3 Pieces of Cardstock
- 1 hot glue gun and glue sticks
Instructions
- Step 1: Shop for the Craft SuppliesNext, I began shopping for pieces I needed to make my Christmas decorations for my trees. My first step was to buy wood stars and print free Christmas music sheet pintables and cut the paper into a star shape.
- Step 2: Adding the Star Shape Paper to the Wood PiecesNow, using the sponge brush, add Mod Podge to the back of the image. Also, it’s particularly important the points of the stars have great coverage from the Mod Podge.Immediately, add the image to the top of your star. Here’s a great tip I have learned with Mod Podge!Tip When Decoupaging:Ready for this tip? Always keep a roll of plastic wrap with you when decoupaging. Specifically, because it’s the secret to never getting creases or tears in anything getting applied to a project. It works like a dream every time!Immediately grab the piece of plastic wrap and smooth out the image on the wood star tree topper. After it is smooth pick up the plastic wrap. If for some reason there’s still a bubble or wrinkle, continue smoothing the image and I guarantee it becomes smooth.Because our tree can be seen from both sides of our home these star toppers are double-sided. I think makes these a very professional look, don’t you?
- Step 3: Adding the Garland to The Edges of the Christmas StarsNext, begin adding the thin craft garland to the simple stars for the Christmas tree toppers.First, measure a section of the star from point to point and cut the garland.Now, add a thin line of glue to the outer edge. Press the garland lightly to adhere. Continue until you completely cover the edges of the star crafts.
- Step 4: Print and Cut the Graphic Images of Your Choice for These Christmas CraftsNext step, I purchased vintage graphics from this shop on Etsy.These are budget-friendly and add little cost to this Christmas star DIY.Using my printer, I print my images 3×5. The next step cut out the vintage image. Here’s when I recommend using decoupage scissors or a pair of scissors to cut an intricate design. These scissors are truly very sharp which makes them great to cut images that have this much detail.Now turn the images over and add Mod Podge again. Carefully pick them up and add them to each Christmas tree star. Because the images are small and delicate, I recommend patting the graphics with your fingertips.
- Step 5: Adding Silver to The Edges of The ProjectGenerally, I would have added silver wax or silver paint before the craft garland. However, I didn’t realize until I was finished it was needed. It’s not a problem, I used a small stencil brush to add silver gilding wax to the edges of the tree toppers.
- Step 6: Making The Tree Topper Stands For My TreesMaking the stand for these Christmas tree toppers is extremely easy. Because a coil is needed to place these on the Christmas trees, use a tapered candle, and wrap a thick piece of copper wire to form a base. This can be found at any home improvement store.Lastly, after making my coil to use for the Christmas season, I added silver wax using a stencil brush and let it dry overnight. You can also use silver or pewter spray paint.
Notes
DIY Christmas Star Tree Toppers
Step 1: Shop for the Craft Supplies
Next, I began shopping for pieces I needed to make my Christmas decorations for my trees. My first step was to buy wood stars and print free Christmas music sheet pintables and cut the paper into a star shape.
- Mod Podge
- sponge brush
- hot glue gun and glue sticks
- scissors or decoupage scissors
- craft tinsel on the roll
- card stock
Step 2: Adding the Star Shape Paper to the Wood Pieces
Now, using the sponge brush, add Mod Podge to the back of the image. Also, it’s particularly important the points of the stars have great coverage from the Mod Podge. Immediately, add the image to the top of your star. Here’s a great tip I have learned with Mod Podge!


Tip When Decoupaging:
Ready for this tip? Always keep a roll of plastic wrap with you when decoupaging. Specifically, because it’s the secret to never getting creases or tears in anything getting applied to a project. It works like a dream every time! Immediately grab the piece of plastic wrap and smooth out the image on the wood star tree topper. After it is smooth pick up the plastic wrap. If for some reason there’s still a bubble or wrinkle, continue smoothing the image and I guarantee it becomes smooth. Because our tree can be seen from both sides of our home these star toppers are double-sided. I think makes these a very professional look, don’t you?Step 3: Adding the Garland to The Edges of the Christmas Stars
Next, begin adding the thin craft garland to the simple stars for the Christmas tree toppers. First, measure a section of the star from point to point and cut the garland. Now, add a thin line of glue to the outer edge. Press the garland lightly to adhere. Continue until you completely cover the edges of the star crafts.



Step 4: Print and Cut the Graphic Images of Your Choice for These Christmas Crafts
Next step, I purchased vintage graphics from this shop on Etsy. These are budget-friendly and add little cost to this Christmas star DIY. Using my printer, I print my images 3×5. The next step cut out the vintage image. Here’s when I recommend using decoupage scissors or a pair of scissors to cut an intricate design. These scissors are truly very sharp which makes them great to cut images that have this much detail.


Step 5: Adding Silver to The Edges of The Project
Generally, I would have added silver wax or silver paint before the craft garland. However, I didn’t realize until I was finished it was needed. It’s not a problem, I used a small stencil brush to add silver gilding wax to the edges of the tree toppers.

Step 6: Making The Tree Topper Stands For My Trees
Making the stand for these Christmas tree toppers is extremely easy. Because a coil is needed to place these on the Christmas trees, use a tapered candle, and wrap a thick piece of copper wire to form a base. This can be found at any home improvement store.



A beautiful 6-point star for a tree topper
This is rustic and so pretty
I truly love this one and if I needed one I’d buy it a heartbeat!
Absolutely love anything from Poland for the holidays!
How about stars to make the garland for your fireplace?
And how about attaching these to Christmas gifts? And here’s twine you can use to attach them
Many people love this too!
And last, this is an adorable garland I stumbled upon. The price is amazing for this small business!
These are so cute. Have a greaet day.
Thanks Kris. Hope you are having a great week
Cindy! These are so sweet. I am a big fan of how you styled the little tree. Happy hopping with you!
Cindy this is an absolutely wonderful craft! I LOVE the saran wrap tip. So happy to be on tour with you!
What a cute tree topper. Love the tutorial very easy to follow. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much my friend
Love these, Cindy!!
Thanks so much Debra
This is so cool, Cindy! They look like they could be sold in the beautiful boutique shops of Paris. Love your style lady and your creativity too. This is just amazing! Hugs, loving and pinning CoCo
CoCo you’re the sweetest. When I saw the prices, no way.
So much fun to make.
Thanks for Pinning!
I love the vintage music pages that you used for the background. Beautiful!
Thank you so much
I love this idea, Cindy! Thank you for the plastic wrap tip. I will be using it today for a project that I’m working on.
What a great idea. I was wondering how you were going to do the spring part-very clever!
They are darling, Cindy!
Thank Kim
Cindy, these are absolutely lovely! I love them! Thank you for sharing how to make them!
Thanks so much Kimberly
So much fun! I love the sheet music background!
So cute and clever, Cindy! It has such a traditional vibe and silver tinsel always reminds me of happy Christmases of my childhood. xo
This is so pretty and so creative! I love the wire. At first glance I thought it was an old bedspring.
Cindy – I adore these vintage tree toppers!!! I am definitely going to make one and now you have inspired me to do a whole vintage tree and that has me really excited. It was fun blog hopping along with you!
I love your tree topper! Great project!
Great decoupage trick!! Looks gorgeous!!
Works like a charm!
Such a great craft project and it looks wonderful on your tree! Happy holidays!
Thank you so much!
These stars are so pretty Cindy! I love the vintage touch with the cut-outs! Pinned 😊
Thank you so much Cindy!
Cindy,
This is just adorable. I’m going to share a link on my Sunday, Dirt Road Adventures.
Thank you so much
Your tree topper is beautiful and the plastic wrap tip is ‘tried and true’…I’ve been doing it for years! Thank you for sharing at Party In Your PJ’s.
Works like a charm every time!
Adorable! I love vintage (or vintage looking ornaments). I could be ready for next year!
Love this so much, Cindy! It’s super creative and totally beautiful! Hugs, CoCo