15 wooden Christmas decorations for a natural look

Dec 17, 2023

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Deck the halls with rustic ornaments

Wooden Christmas decorations are a brilliant choice for many reasons. Betsy Benn, Founder of the eponymous personalised gift brand, agrees: "Wooden Christmas decorations are a timeless choice and will look as stunning on your tree now as they will in 10, 20, 30 years' time.

"Just like natural wood in your home, wooden Christmas decorations will never go out of style. Adding wooden decorations to something that is already made of wood – your Christmas tree – is like cocoa sprinkles on the top of your hot chocolate. It's meant to be!"

Emily Kelsey, PR Assistant at Lights4fun, is also a fan: "Introduce a classic touch to any home this winter with neutral wooden tones, sprigs of pine and eucalyptus to thread a calming essence throughout your space, creating the ultimate seasonal sanctuary."

Christmas wooden decorations are rustic, perfect for traditional and Scandinavian-inspired interiors. They can be painted or left with a natural finish.

As they’re crafted from a natural material, Christmas decorations made from wood are a sustainable, plastic-free choice that is kinder to the planet. Wood is also hard-wearing, meaning your festive ornaments will last for many years to come, so you’ll save money and help to reduce unnecessary waste.

Handmade wooden Christmas decorations also often have the benefit of supporting artisans and small businesses, as well as having a unique (rather than mass-made) look. It also means you can easily opt for personalised wooden Christmas decorations - a sweet way to commemorate anniversaries and display moments of celebration.

Betsy recommends: "At the start of Christmas, give your veneered or solid wood decorations a little rub with a little beeswax or even just some good old olive oil to feed it. It will glow all over the holidays and have time to dry - important as you don't want it to be damp in storage."

Oh-so-festive and super handy too - what's not to love? This Christmas tree serving platter is charming enough to work as an ornament, as well as being perfect for serving up nibbles.

Add a Nordic twist to your Christmas decorations with this trio of beaded star decorations. We love the simple yet striking design; it's perfect for modern and traditional interiors alike.

A rustic twist on the traditional snowflake design, these decorations are crafted from sustainable mango wood and feature a natural finish. Hang on your tree, or use string to create a beautiful Christmas garland.

Stars in varying shapes and wooden finishes give this wreath a truly unique look. The wreath ring itself is crafted from twigs - perfect if you love all things nature-inspired.

This minimalist tree ornament is the perfect height to be situated either on the floor or on a table. Warm white LED lights are fitted to the end of each branch to create a cosy glow.

Handmade wooden Christmas decorations add an extra special touch to your festive interior. These wooden Christmas trees are handcrafted from sustainable wood and are available in four beautiful styles.

A sweet addition to your Christmas tree, this carved polar bear ornament is as cute as can be. We love the addition of a jolly red scarf!

Add a rustic touch to your festive décor with this pair of mango wood stars. They come complete with a jute rope - simply find the perfect spot to hang them!

This eye-catching trio of hanging house ornaments are a unique way of dressing up your Christmas tree. Each is illuminated with an LED flicking candle for a cosy glow.

Chunky wooden beads and wooden Christmas trees combine to make one charming garland. The simplicity of this piece makes it perfect for just about any interior style.

Create a cosy glow with this wooden light-up star, which we think would look brilliant on a side table or mantlepiece. We particularly love the cut-out star detailing.

Give basic tealights a festive update with this star-shaped wooden holder. The rustic frame is adorned with greenery, berries and acorns - just the thing for adding a touch of the forest to your table.

If you love the charm of handmade wooden Christmas decorations, you're bound to love this oak reindeer ornament. Simply choose your collar colour (and the option of a red nose), plus whether you want a tie to hang it with.

Welcome to the tiniest ski village around! This light-up ornament includes a ski chalet, snow banks and trees (as well as tiny skiing figures). Bring the magic to life by turning on the warm LED lights.

A brilliant way to celebrate the countdown to Christmas, this quaint wooden advent calendar is a treat for adults and children alike. Under the roof is an illuminated festive village scene which makes this calendar all the more special. Fill the drawers with whatever you fancy.

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