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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)
This article has been edited and updated.
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