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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
This article has been edited and updated.
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