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Trimming the tree is an important part of Christmas decor. These small tokens that hang on the branches offer an unconventional form of personal expression. By incorporating specific ornaments into the overall decoration, you can create a customized tree that celebrates who you are and the memories you’ve made over time.
Baubles are a popular way to trim a tree, but they are far from the most creative. Almost anything can be an ornament! Whether your up your holiday decor by hanging something unconventional from your tree or go for a classic motif like Santa Claus, snowflakes, or reindeer, there are plenty of baubles to choose from. Some people like a cohesive look, opting to hang glass balls in just one or two colors, while others like a glittery festive tree that throws caution to the wind.
Ornaments also come in all types of materials. Glass ornaments are popular and can be both traditional or contemporary depending on what you select. If you have kids in the house and don't want to worry about breakage, fabric, wool, and felt also add a nice folksy touch to any tree.
To showcase some of the artistic possibilities that you can hang on your tree, we’ve gathered a selection of modern ornaments that are fun and quirky. There’s something for everyone here, from the millennial who can’t get enough of avocado toast to the llama lover to the creative artist. Each will give your tree personality and will be fun to hang year after year.
Check out the best creative Christmas ornaments, below.
And if you want to get even more creative, make your own ornaments using our DIY Christmas ornament guide.
Trim your tree in style with the best artistic Christmas ornaments this holiday season.
Paint Palette Ornament

Anthropologie | $22
Glass Camera Ornament

Anthropologie | $44
Yarn and Knitting Needles Ornament

Anthropologie | $38
David Bowie Glass Ornament

Cody Foster | $31.99
Retro Ceramic Christmas Tree Ornament

Wondershop | $5
DIY Christmas Tree Ornament Kit

Jill Makes | $36.60
Crochet Christmas Ornament Set

PT Crochet Collection | $48.80
Letter to Santa Ornament

Old World Christmas | $17.99
Hand Decorated Glass Snowman

Bohemian Stars LTD | $17+
Personalized Wood Christmas Ornament

Vintage Staircase | $39+
Fa La La La Llama Ornament Pattern

Betz White | $14.64
Sloth Ornament

Old World Christmas | $21.99
Avocado Toast Ornament

Old World Christmas | $36.99
Personalized Family Hot Chocolate Ornament

HomeToHeartCo | $26.84
Personalized Christmas Ornament for Artists

Slng Shop | $24.12+
Retro Deer Christmas Ornament Set

Wondershop | $3
Fused Glass Wreath Ornament

Keep It Glassic | $32.94
Pumpkin Spice Latte Ornament

Cody Foster | $37.98
Baby’s First Christmas Ornament

Emily Kinsella | $73.22
S'more Fair Trade Felt Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $18.29
Hot Chocolate Felt Fair Trade Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $18.29
Northern Lights Ornament

Land K Creationz | $15.68
Knit Gingerbread Man Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Fused Glass Snowman Ornament

Glassworks Idaho | $18.30
Classic Glass Ornament

MacKenzie-Childs | $98
Personalized Fox Ornament

Muddy Heart | $86.62
Gilt Globe Ornament

Anthropologie | $14
Beehive Glass Ornament

Northlight | $13.99
Sesame Bagel and Cream Cheese Ornament

Anthropologie | $38
Glass Gingerbread House Ornament

Wondershop | $5
Smiling Avocado Felt Fair Trade Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $15.85
Nutcrack Ornament

Wondershop | $5
Wood Snowflake Ornament

Nestled Pine Woodworks | $20.68
Alpine Knit Ornament

Anthropologie | $18
Starry Night Handpainted Ornament

La Pastiche | $34.99
Pizza Slice

Noble Gems | $12.93
Architectural Ornament — DIY Kit

Houha Designs | $24.40
Personalized Christmas Tree Ornament

J House Engraved | $23.13+
Stacked Donuts Ornament

Northlight | $13.99
Knit Christmas Sweater Ornament

Wondershop | $3
“Love You a Ton!” Whale

Cardtorial | $18
Sushi Ornament

Tinsel House | $31.72+
Festive Golden Retriever Ornament

Wondershop | $5
Wool Star Fair Trade Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $18.29
You+Me Puzzle Pieces

Cardtorial | $20
Vintage Pastel Cars

Finest Imaginary | $24.08
Gothic Dragon Ornaments

Design Toscano | $29.67 (set of 3)
Snowball Crate Ornament

Wondershop | $3
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