Christmas isn’t here yet but it will be before we know it. Though there are plenty of quick, last-minute Christmas craft ideas around, not everything can be left until December to make. That’s why the editors at AllFreeChristmasCrafts made this list of The Best Christmas Crafts to Start Now. If you’re a procrastinator, then you can make these festive Christmas crafts the night before Christmas! However, if you are the type who likes to get a head start on the holidays, these projects are the ones you want to begin ahead of time, which include fabulous homemade Christmas gifts, DIY home decor, wearables, and more.
The Best Christmas Crafts to Start Now
Free Quilt Patterns, Afghans, and Table Runners to Start Now
Christmas quilt patterns are pretty tedious even if you make a lot of quilts. Even if making a quilt is not difficult for you, it still takes more time than many other Christmas crafts. The same goes for homemade afghans and table runners. However, you definitely want to have them ready when company starts arriving for Christmas celebrations. That’s exactly why you should start these DIY quilts, afghans, and table runners today. You will not want to pass up the chance to make these beautiful pieces for your own home or to give as gifts.
Merry Mistletoe Quilt Tutorial
Holiday Holly Crochet Table Runner
Merry Mistletoe Quilt Tutorial
North Star Quilted Table Runner
DIY Christmas Wreaths to Start Now
Wreaths are always the first thing I put up when the holiday season arrives. Not only do wreaths make your doors much more festive, but they are also some of the most welcoming sights for guests. Luckily for you, we have tons of incredibly beautiful DIY wreaths to choose from. The list below offers some of the more detail-oriented wreath crafts featured on the site. Homemade wreaths are so worth the effort and can be reused for years.
Winter Willow Wreath
Gorgeous Glitter Pine Cone Wreath
Santa and Stockings Crochet Christmas Wreath
Vintage Christmas Ornament Wreath
Christmas Stocking Ideas to Start Now
Nothing warms a room more than homemade Christmas stockings hung up on the mantel, staircase, or walls. Where else is Santa going to put those extra little goodies he brings the nice boys and girls? You will love these Christmas stocking ideas because they range from traditional to modern and will be family favorites for years to come. Though, you better get started on these right away so that they can be hung up as soon as the holidays roll around!
Fleur-de-Lis and Striped DIY Stockings
Knitted Mini Christmas Stockings
Fun Fur Top Seussian Stockings
Fleur-de-Lis and Striped DIY Stockings
Fuzzy Polar Bear Knit Stocking
Other Christmas Projects to Start Now
Aside from the blankets, table runners, wreaths, and stockings, below you will find some other Christmas craft ideas that should be started ASAP. You will find pretty cardigans, tote bags, aprons, and some unbelievable signs for inside and outside of your home. Many of these Christmas crafts make fantastic gifts but will be equally lovely fitting in your own home. Don’t worry; we won’t judge you for keeping these awesome finished crafts for yourself!
Candy Cane Kitchen Sign
Snowflake Hostess Apron Pattern
Santa’s Village DIY Outdoor Sign
How early do you start crafting for the holidays?
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