Creative Ways to Display Christmas Ornaments (And Fun Ideas You May Not Have Tried Yet)
Christmas ornaments are such a special part of the holidays. They’re little memories, inside jokes, and family traditions all rolled into one. And while most of us think of the Christmas tree first, there are so many other creative ways to show them off around your home.
At Farmhouse Craft Works, we make a mix of classic, cute, and unique 3D-printed ornaments—from personalized pet paw prints to nostalgic holiday shapes. Here is some fun, simple ways to display your ornaments this season, using pieces from our collection.
The Classic Tree (But Make It Personal)
You can’t beat the Christmas tree, especially when you mix in ornaments that mean something.
A few ideas people love:
· Add personalized dog or cat paw ornaments so every pet has a spot on the tree
· Group your swirl ornaments together for a bold, colorful cluster
· Hang the Leg Lamp ornaments near your movie-themed décor (guaranteed conversation starter)
Using our Christmas Ball Ornament Hooks gives everything a clean, simple look without bulky metal hangers.
Set Up Mini Trees Around the House
Mini trees are underrated. They’re perfect for desks, kids’ bedrooms, kitchens, and entryway tables.
Some cute mini-tree themes:
· A pet tree: all personalized paw ornaments
· A nostalgia tree with swirl ornaments and Leg Lamps
· A silly “office” tree decorated with the workplace minis (penguins, dachshunds, brussels sprouts, etc.)
They’re small, inexpensive, and honestly… just fun.
Add Ornaments to Garlands or Greenery
If you’ve got garlands on your mantel, staircase, or bookshelves, tuck a few ornaments into them. This works especially well with:
· Reindeer ornaments
· Swirl ornaments
· Workplace minis
You don’t even need hooks—just nestle them between the branches.
Hang Them in the Windows
This is one of the prettiest (and easiest) ways to display ornaments. When the light hits them, swirl ornaments and reindeer cutouts look magical.
Use fishing lines or clear hooks so it looks like they’re floating in the window.
Use Ornaments as Gift Toppers
Instead of bows, tie an ornament onto your wrapped gift. It instantly turns a simple package into something thoughtful and keepsake-worthy.
Great choices:
· Swirl ornaments
· Reindeer ornaments
· Dog paw ornaments for pet lovers
· Leg Lamp ornaments for fans of A Christmas Story
· Minis for office gifts
People love that they get a little extra gift they’ll use every year.
Display Ornaments on Small Stands or Trays
If you do tier trays, coffee bars, or holiday displays, add a few ornaments to the setup. It adds color and personality without taking up much space.
Perfect for:
· Personalized ornaments
· Minis
· Reindeer sets
They also look great mixed with candles, greenery, beads, and fairy lights.
Make a Shadow Box or “Memory Box”
Shadow boxes are a wonderful way to highlight ornaments that have a story behind their baby’s first Christmas, personalized family names, pet memorial ornaments, etc.
You can add:
· Fake snow
· Battery fairy lights
· Evergreen sprigs
· A printed background or holiday photo
It becomes a little décor piece you can bring out every year.
Add Ornaments to Wreaths
This is especially cute on indoor wreaths—kitchen walls, above the mantle, laundry room doors, etc.
Lightweight 3D-printed ornaments won’t weigh the wreath down, so they’re easy to attach with a dab of hot glue or ornament hooks.
Try pairing:
· Swirl ornaments for color
· Reindeer ornaments for a rustic farmhouse look
· Minis for something playful
· Personalized paw prints for a pet-themed wreath
Decorating Your Kitchen or Coffee Bar
Holiday touches in the kitchen make everything feel festive.
Some ideas:
· Hang swirl ornaments on cabinet knobs
· Scatter minis around your hot cocoa station
· Add reindeer ornaments to tiered trays or shelves
They add charm without taking up counter space.
Mix and Match Ornament Sets to Create a Theme
Your ornaments don’t have to match perfectly, sometimes mixing sets create the best look.
A few combos that look great together:
· Swirl ornaments + reindeer = classic farmhouse Christmas
· Leg Lamp + swirl ornaments = nostalgic movie night tree
· Minis + personalized ornaments = family + fun theme
· Customers love seeing how different styles can blend.
Custom Ornaments Make It Extra Special
If you want personal names, dates, pet names, or special wording—we can customize several of our ornaments. If you want anything different than what’s shown, just drop it in the personalization box.
A little personalization goes a long way when you want an ornament to become a keepsake.
Shop the Ornaments Featured in This Article
· Christmas Swirl Ornament Set
· Personalized Dog Paw Ornament
· Workplace Minis (Penguin, Dachshund, Hamster, Brussel Sprouts, Santa Pig, etc.)