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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 that 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.
Watercolor Palette Ornament

Anthropologie | $28
David Bowie Glass Ornament

Target | $33.99
DIY Christmas Tree Ornament Kit

Jill Makes | $36.60
Crochet Christmas Ornament Set

PT Crochet Collection | $43.92
Hand Decorated Glass Snowman

Bohemian Stars LTD | $17+
Personalized Wood Christmas Ornament

Vintage Staircase | $36.60+
Fabric and Knit Santa Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Santa's Mailbox Christmas Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Light-Up Lodge Ornament

Anthropologie | $28
Fa La La La Llama Ornament Pattern

Betz White | $14.64
Avocado Toast Ornament

Old World Christmas | $35.99
Personalized Family Hot Chocolate Ornament

Doris with Evelyn | $11.27+
Personalized Christmas Ornament for Artists

Walter Kloo Shop | $13.62+
Fused Glass Wreath Ornament

Keep It Glassic | $26.35
Pumpkin Spice Latte Ornament

Cody Foster | $33.98
Baby’s First Christmas Ornament

Emily Kinsella | $62.22
S'more Fair Trade Felt Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $18.29
Hot Chocolate Felt Fair Trade Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $18.29
Northern Lights Ornament

Land K Creationz | $13.84
Gingerbread Man Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Boiled Wood Penguin Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Bob Ross Christmas Ornament

Urban Outfitters | $16
2022 Farmhouse Wreath Ornament

MacKenzie-Childs | $88
Ski Jacket Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Fused Glass Snowman Ornament

Glassworks Idaho | $17.08
Santa Gingerbread Man Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Personalized Fox Ornament

Muddy Heart | $86.62
Beehive Glass Ornament

Northlight | $13.99
Smiling Avocado Felt Fair Trade Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $15.85
Rosebud Motel from Schitt's Creek Ornament

Tinsel House | $39.04
Nutcrack Ornament

Wondershop | $5
Wood Snowflake Ornament

Nestled Pine Woodworks | $20.68
Starry Night Handpainted Ornament

La Pastiche | $57.99
Pizza Slice

Noble Gems | $11.32
Architectural Ornament — DIY Kit

Houha Designs | $24.40
Cappuccino Glass Ornament

Wondershop | $5
Arctic Fox Ornament

Wondershop | $3
Personalized Christmas Tree Ornament

J House Engraved | $24.01
Stacked Donuts Ornament

Northlight | $13.99
“Love You a Ton!” Whale

Cardtorial | $18
Sushi Ornament

Tinsel House | $31.72+
Wool Star Fair Trade Ornament

Ornaments4Orphans | $18.29
You+Me Puzzle Pieces

Cardtorial | $20
Vintage Pastel Cars

Finest Imaginary | $20.84
The Diamond — Air Plant Ornament

Hemleva | $37.82
Glass Hummingbird Ornament

Anthropologie | $58
Gothic Dragon Ornaments

Design Toscano | $29.67 (set of 3)
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