12 Christmas Crafts to Make and Sell for Profit in 2024

Christmas is that magical time of year when everyone is a little more cheerful, and a bit more generous with their wallets too! 

With the holiday season being one of the biggest shopping events, it’s the perfect opportunity to make some extra cash. 

One of the best ways to do that is by making and selling Christmas crafts. 

Not only can you tap into the holiday spirit, but you can also turn your crafting hobby into a fun and profitable seasonal side hustle that makes $100 a day or more!

So if you’re looking for ideas on Christmas crafts to make and sell for profit, then I got you covered! 

What DIY Christmas Crafts Sell Best?

Personalized DIY Christmas tree ornaments are always a top seller during the holiday season. 

Many families have a tradition of adding a new ornament each year to mark special events like a birth, marriage, or other milestones. 

They help tell the family’s story, which turns the Christmas tree into a memory tree that grows with each passing year. 

That personal, sentimental touch makes them a big hit with holiday shoppers!

Christmas Crafts to Make and Sell

Here’s a list of Christmas craft fair items to sell.

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1. Kids Christmas Handprint Printables

Printables are incredibly profitable because you only have to create them once, but you can sell them over and over again for unlimited profit. 

You simply create your design and list your digital product for sale on Etsy or your own website.

Once someone purchases your product, they download the digital template and you make money.

A fun idea is kids’ Christmas handprint templates. 

These make heartfelt, memorable gifts for parents and grandparents. You can even print these out as Christmas crafts to sell at school!

Don’t have a design eye? 

Creative Mama Designs offers templates for sale that you can customize and sell as your own. 

Check the Creative Mama Designs website for more PLR products to sell online.

2. Perler Bead Christmas Necklace

Pixel art Perler bead fashion accessories are a fun and easy Christmas craft to make and sell at holiday craft fairs. 

They’re colorful, creative, and always a hit with shoppers looking for unique, handmade gifts. Plus, Perler beads are cheap to buy!

You can make Perler bead necklaces, earrings, and keychains featuring popular characters of the year. 

You can sell them individually or as sets to increase your sales and profits. 

And if you’re not sure how to make them, no worries. 

Plenty of Etsy sellers offer easy-to-follow templates and tutorials, so you can get started right away!

3. DIY Christmas Silicone Molds

DIY crafters will be looking for seasonal molds for their crafting projects, and you can be the one to supply them. 

Silicone molds are a type of mold you can create and sell, and they’re a popular choice for making everything from candles and soaps to resin Christmas ornaments.

You’ll need clear silicone, which you can easily grab from the Smooth-On store on Amazon, along with any items you want to use to create your molds. 

You can even find budget-friendly items to mold at Dollar Tree! 

For a fun twist add color to your molds, or keep them clear if you prefer a simple look. Once you’re set, you’re ready to start selling!

4. Holiday Coasters

Holiday home décor, like festive coasters to dress up the dinner table, is another easy Christmas craft to make and sell. 

It’s a simple yet charming way to add a touch of holiday spirit to any home.

DIYer @KatieBookser shares how she scored a 2-pack of cork coasters for under $3 at Ikea. 

With just a little paint and some stencils, she transformed them into custom holiday coasters! 

Her top tip? 

Don’t forget to seal them with Mod Podge to protect them from condensation and keep them looking great!

5. Christmas Wreaths

Every year, my brother buys two homemade Christmas wreaths from a coworker to hang on the front doors.

They’re always so beautiful and unique, and they really stand out in the neighborhood!

Wreaths are big and eye-catching, so they draw a lot of attention. 

If you’re planning to sell similar wreaths at a holiday bazaar or craft fair, be sure to price them right. 

It’s worth charging a little extra for all that hard work and the wow factor they bring!

6. Christmas-Themed Soap Bars

Handmade Christmas bar soap makes a practical yet personal gift for loved ones. 

It’s a thoughtful and unique way to add a festive touch, perfect for a bit of holiday pampering!

The folks over at Craftovator have a super easy, step-by-step tutorial for making Holly Berry-scented Christmas confetti soap. 

It’s a project that’s really simple to put together. 

All you need are a few basic ingredients like a melt and pour soap base, Holly Berry fragrance oil, and some biodegradable cosmetic glitter to add that extra sparkle.

Mix things up with different soap creations to make your holiday craft fair season a success!

7. Holiday Candles

Natural homemade Christmas candles are always a popular item to sell at holiday craft fairs. 

In our home, we keep candles around all year, but the holiday season is our favorite time to buy and gift them. 

There’s just something special about those seasonal scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, that instantly bring out the warmth and joy of the season!

Candles are also simple Christmas crafts to make and sell. You can get started by using beeswax and essential oils.

The team at Boxwood Ave shares an easy step-by-step tutorial that you can follow to make these at home.

8. Sugar Scrubs

Sugar scrubs are perfect for creating pampering gift baskets that can really brighten someone’s day, but they’re just as easy to sell on their own with a little visual appeal. 

All you need is sugar, a nourishing oil like coconut or almond, and a few drops of your favorite essential oils.

Peppermint and eucalyptus make a great holiday combo! 

Just mix it all together, pack it into cute jars, and you’ve got a simple, all-natural product ready to sell at this year’s holiday craft fair.

Checkout these homemade sugar scrub recipes from The Healthy Maven.

9. Jewelry 

Christmas-themed jewelry sets are always in high demand, especially since people love dressing up for holiday work parties and family gatherings. 

Whether they’re going for the classic Ugly Christmas sweater or a more elegant look, festive accessories are a must for completing those holiday outfits.

You can go to your local jewelry-making supply store to find all the materials you need for creating earrings, necklaces and bracelets.

With a little creativity, you can design Christmas-themed jewelry sets that will stand out and appeal to shoppers looking to complete their holiday outfits!

10. Tiered Tray Christmas Decorations

Tiered trays are a popular and stylish way to display holiday décor, treats, or small gifts. 

They can be added to any table to create an eye-catching focal point and to add a touch of fun charm to your space.

That’s where tiered tray Christmas decorations come in!

These themed décor sets can be made out of wood and customized with festive sayings, miniature ornaments, or holiday figures.

11. Vintage Christmas Ornaments

Antique and vintage ornaments are cherished for their timeless charm and nostalgic appeal. 

But you don’t have to be an antiques collector to appreciate that look.

Many people like ornaments that capture that classic, old-world feel. And you can be the one to supply these pieces to them! 

To achieve this look, you can take new ornaments and give them a vintage makeover with techniques like distressing, applying antique wax, or adding a crackle finish. 

A little sanding, faux patina, or aging paint can also work wonders to create that perfect vintage-inspired holiday display!

Here’s a tutorial from Cottage in the Mitten to help you create these at home! 

12. Cricut Holiday Cards

I have a friend who makes the most stunning holiday cards with her Cricut.

Seriously, her designs are some of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen! 

They’re so unique and memorable that I can never bring myself to throw them away. And I know I’m not alone.

There are so many people who love to save Christmas cards, and some even upcycle them into new crafts or keepsakes. 

It’s the gift that keeps on giving, and a great way to preserve those special holiday memories! 

If you’ve got the skills, handmade holiday cards can be a fantastic Christmas craft to make and sell this season.

Here’s a Cricut DIY tutorial from DayDream into Reality.

Where to Sell Christmas Crafts

There are so many great places to showcase your handmade creations and connect with eager holiday shoppers. 

Here are some top places to sell your Christmas crafts this season:

• Local holiday craft fairs – Perfect for meeting buyers face-to-face.

• Etsy – A popular online marketplace for handmade goods.

• Facebook Marketplace – Great for selling locally or within specific groups.

• Instagram – Showcase your crafts with eye-catching photos and connect with customers directly.

• Your own website – Build your brand and have full control over your sales.

Final Thoughts

Personalized and unique items, like vintage-style ornaments or handmade holiday cards, really stand out and can often fetch higher prices. 

These are some of the most profitable Christmas crafts to make and sell! 

Just remember to factor in your material costs and time to make sure you’re earning a good profit. 

And most importantly, don’t be afraid to get creative. 

This list is just a starting point.

There are endless ideas for handmade crafts you can sell during the holiday season! There are also wooden Christmas crafts to sell!

Next, you may be interested in reading about Halloween Crafts to Make and Sell and 19 Things That Sell Like Crazy Online.