The holiday season brings out the creative spirit in all of us, and sometimes the most stunning decorations come from the most unexpected places. Walk down the aisles of Dollar Tree, and you might pass by the simple plastic bowls without a second glance. But once you see how this craft comes together, you’ll never see a similar bowl the same way.
These unassuming plastic bowls, typically used for serving snacks, can be transformed into oversized, showstopping decorative Christmas ornaments.
Why You’ll Fall in Love with Dollar Tree Bowl Christmas Ornament Idea
There’s something magical about taking an everyday item and transforming it into something extraordinary. These bowl ornaments offer an affordable way to create large, eye-catching decorations that make a significant impact in your holiday décor. Perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters, this project allows you to express your creativity while keeping your holiday decorating budget intact. The best part? Each ornament costs just a fraction of what you’d pay for similar-sized decorations at high-end stores.
Creative Ideas for Your Bowl Ornaments
Transform your plastic bowls into winter wonderlands by creating snow globe-inspired scenes with miniature trees, houses, and artificial snow. For a more elegant approach, coat the interior with metallic paint and add clusters of small ornaments or pearl strands for a sophisticated look. Nature lovers can create woodland-themed ornaments by incorporating pinecones, artificial berries, and twigs with a dusting of fake snow.
Consider making a set of coordinating ornaments featuring different holiday scenes in each bowl. One might showcase a tiny nativity scene, while another could display a miniature Christmas village. For a modern twist, try filling the bowls with battery-operated fairy lights and mirror balls for a dazzling light display.
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Materials Needed
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- Plastic Bowls (we got ours from Dollar Tree but check out Thrift stores as well)
- Chalky paint in white and rose gold
- Paintbrushes
- Run’n Buff
- Gorilla Glue
- Hot Glue Glun and glue sticks
- Ribbon
- Embellishments
- String Lights
How to Make a Dollar Tree Bowl Christmas Ornament
I shared the tutorial for how to make this bowl Christmas ornament on a Facebook live which you can catch here. Or if you prefer the photo tutorial, continue reading below.
Start by removing the stickers from each bowl.
Evenly coat the outside of each plastic bowl with chalky white paint. Let dry and add a second layer of paint.
Using your finger, take a small amount of Rub n Buff and use it on the raised edges of the bowl.
Use a bit of rose gold paint between the grooves of the bowl to add some shading. Use a clean cloth to rub some of the paint off.
Once dry, glue the battery pack from the string lights on to the top centre of the bowl.
Cover the lights with flowers, ribbon and other embellishments.
Apply glue along the rim of one bowl, then press the bowls together making sure the string lights have been place inside first.
A New Holiday Tradition
These Dollar Tree bowl ornaments are more than just decorations – they’re conversation starters that add a personal touch to your holiday décor. Whether displayed under your Christmas tree, arranged as table centerpieces, or hung in windows, these handcrafted ornaments bring a unique charm to your seasonal decorating.
The possibilities are endless, limited only by your imagination, and each year you can create new designs to add to your collection. This affordable yet impressive craft project proves that the most beautiful holiday decorations don’t need to break the bank – they just need a creative spirit and a little inspiration.
More Christmas Crafts from Dollar Tree Supplies
- Christmas Busted Canvas Craft
- Santa Planter Pick with Dollar Tree Wood Cutout
- Red Truck Christmas Craft
- Stacked Terra Cotta Pot Trees
- Dollar Store Christmas Sign Craft
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Dollar Tree Bowl Christmas Ornament Idea
Materials
- Plastic Bowls we got ours from Dollar Tree
- Chalky paint in white and rose gold
- Paintbrushes
- Rub’n Buff
- Gorilla Glue
- Hot Glue
- Ribbon
- Embellishments
- String Lights
Instructions
- Start by removing the stickers from each bowl.
- Evenly coat the outside of each plastic bowl with chalky white paint. Let dry and add a second layer of paint.
- Using your finger, take a small amount of Rub n Buff and use it on the raised edges of the bowl.
- Use a bit of rose gold paint between the grooves of the bowl to add some shading. Use a clean cloth to rub some of the paint off.
- Once dry, glue the battery pack from the string lights on to the top centre of the bowl.
- Cover the lights with flowers, ribbon and other embellishments.
- Apply glue along the rim of one bowl, then press the bowls together making sure the string lights have been place inside first.