19 Christmas Jewelry Ideas That Are Simple to Make

Christmas jewelry lets you add a little holiday sparkle to any outfit. Many pieces come together with beads, wire, charms, and a few findings. You can make a gift set in an afternoon. These nineteen Christmas jewelry ideas cover necklaces, brooches, rings, and hair pieces. Gather your tools, pick a color story, and start with a simple design.

In this post: 19 ideas

Snowflake pendant necklace
Holly leaf brooch
Crystal star hair comb
Beaded collar necklace
Wire wrapped red stone ring
Pearl Christmas tree brooch
Gold locket with a festive ribbon
Green velvet choker with a crystal drop
Tiny gingerbread charm necklace
Poinsettia beaded brooch
Silver reindeer lapel pin
Layered gold star necklaces
Red crystal statement ring
Mini wreath pendant
Resin botanical oval pendant
Beaded ornament hair pins
Copper hammered tree pendant
Sparkling bow brooch
Pearl and emerald glass anklet

1. Snowflake pendant necklace

Christmas jewelry, snowflake pendant necklace

Hang a small snowflake charm on a fine silver chain. Add a crystal bead above the charm.

Keep the chain delicate for daily wear. A lobster clasp makes it easy to fasten. This suits a simple sweater.

2. Holly leaf brooch

Shape green felt or metal holly leaves and add red bead berries. Glue a pin back on the reverse.

Cluster three leaves for fullness. Pin it to a coat or scarf. Keep the berries small and bright.

3. Crystal star hair comb

Wire small crystal stars onto a plain hair comb. Space them along the top edge.

Clear and silver beads catch the light. Twist the wire ends in tight. This dresses up a party updo.

4. Beaded collar necklace

String seed beads into a flat collar shape on beading thread. Follow a simple repeating pattern.

Red, green, and gold read festive. These Christmas jewelry pieces sit well on a plain neckline. Add a clasp sized to the neck.

5. Wire wrapped red stone ring

Wrap a small red stone with craft wire into a ring band. Tuck the ends under neatly.

Garnet or glass both work here. Size the band on a ring mandrel. This makes a quick gift.

6. Pearl Christmas tree brooch

Arrange small pearls into a tree shape on a felt base. Add a gold bead star on top.

Glue a pin back on the reverse. Keep the rows even for a clean tree. Pin it to a blazer or bag.

7. Gold locket with a festive ribbon

Thread a thin festive ribbon through a plain gold locket. Tie it at the back of the neck.

Add a small photo or sprig inside. The ribbon softens the metal. This suits a holiday dinner.

8. Green velvet choker with a crystal drop

Cut green velvet ribbon to the neck size and add a clasp. Hang a single crystal drop at the center.

Velvet feels rich against the skin. These Christmas jewelry pieces suit a dressy evening. Keep the drop small and balanced.

9. Tiny gingerbread charm necklace

Bake a tiny gingerbread charm from polymer clay and add white dots. Glue a jump ring on top.

Hang it on a short chain. Seal the clay for a soft shine. This one reads playful and sweet.

10. Poinsettia beaded brooch

Bead red petals around a gold center for a poinsettia. Stitch them onto a felt base.

Add a pin back behind the felt. Keep the petals even. Pin it to a coat lapel.

11. Silver reindeer lapel pin

Bend silver wire into a simple reindeer outline. Add a tiny red bead nose.

Solder or glue a pin back on. These Christmas jewelry pins suit a jacket or scarf. Keep the shape small and clean.

12. Layered gold star necklaces

Layer two or three fine gold chains with small star charms. Vary the chain lengths slightly.

A multi-strand clasp stops tangling. Keep the stars a similar size. This layered look suits an open collar.

13. Red crystal statement ring

Set a large red crystal onto an adjustable ring base. Add a ring of tiny beads around it.

Glue it with a strong jewelry adhesive. Let it cure fully before wearing. This adds a bold holiday note.

14. Mini wreath pendant

Wrap green wire into a small wreath and add a red bead bow. Attach a jump ring at the top.

Hang it on a fine chain. These Christmas jewelry pendants read clearly up close. Keep the wreath small and neat.

15. Resin botanical oval pendant

Set a dried fern or berry in clear resin inside an oval mold. Add a bail once it cures.

Keep the botanical flat while it sets. Sand any rough edges smooth. The piece feels natural and calm.

16. Beaded ornament hair pins

Glue tiny beaded ornament shapes onto plain bobby pins. Make a set of three or four.

Mix two or three colors. Keep them light so they hold. Slide them into a braid or updo.

17. Copper hammered tree pendant

Cut a tree shape from copper sheet and hammer the surface for texture. File the edges smooth.

Add a jump ring and a leather cord. These Christmas jewelry pendants suit a rustic look. Seal the copper to slow tarnish.

18. Sparkling bow brooch

Form a bow from stiff ribbon and add rhinestones across the center. Glue a pin back on.

Silver or gold stones both work. Keep the bow crisp and even. Pin it to a dress or coat.

19. Pearl and emerald glass anklet

String small pearls and green glass beads onto a fine chain anklet. Add a clasp at the end.

Keep the beads evenly spaced. These Christmas jewelry pieces add a subtle shimmer. Size it to sit just above the ankle.

Caring for your Christmas jewelry

Store your Christmas jewelry in a lined box so pieces do not scratch. Keep wire and resin items away from water. Wipe metal with a soft cloth to slow tarnish.

For more wearable makes, see our DIY Christmas earring ideas and Christmas bracelet ideas. New to the craft? This jewellery overview covers the basics, and our Christmas bow ideas add a finishing touch to gift boxes.