If you’re a lover of the ocean and all things nautical, you may be looking for some coastal Christmas DIY ideas to incorporate some beach vibes during the holiday season.
And guess what?
There are a ton of different ways that you can do this!
By using natural elements like shells, twine, sand, and driftwood, and then some DIY inspiration, you can have an amazing coastal Christmas that won’t hurt your budget and use items that you may have already collected beforehand.
I scoured Pinterest to look for some of the absolute best coastal Christmas DIY ideas to share with you all, and maybe also for my own personal convenience.
I live by the ocean, and my collection of shells and beach rocks is getting a little out of hand.
Here are 11 of the best coastal Christmas DIY ideas to inspire you.
1. DIY Driftwood Christmas Tree
This driftwood Christmas tree DIY by Sustain my Craft Habit is beautiful and super simple to make.
Nothing says coastal more than driftwood!
2. Driftwood & Seashells Christmas Tree
Want something a little smaller? This driftwood tree with seashell ornaments by Beach Comber is the perfect addition to your coastal Christmas. Minimal, but so pretty!
3. Driftwood Christmas Tree Skirt
Need a skirt for your Christmas tree?
This driftwood Christmas tree skirt by Table + Heart via Remodelaholic requires some sewing and gluing, but the effort for this coastal DIY is well worth it!
4. DIY Nautical “Glass” Floats
These nautical “glass” floats wrapped in netting look like the buoys fishermen used to use back in the day. (I actually have a real glass buoy that looks very similar to these!)
This coastal DIY, courtesy of Crafts by Courtney, is a perfect decoration to hang on your Christmas tree, or even just to display in your home.
5. Painted Twine DIY Christmas Ornament
Make a coastal-themed twine-wrapped ornament for your Christmas tree.
The tutorial by My Wee Abode will tell you everything you need to know to make this simple but amazing coastal Christmas DIY.
6. Easy Seashell Christmas Tree Ornaments
For a simple coastal Christmas tree decoration, decorate with seashells, starfish, or sand dollars. All you need is some glue and twine!
These seashell Christmas tree decorations from Coastal Wandering are the perfect addition to your beach-themed Christmas tree.
7. Painted Oyster Shell Christmas Ornament
I’m picking up every oyster shell I see on the beach from now on!
Add a little paint, and you’ve got a stunning coastal Christmas tree decoration! Image and inspiration from Coastal Kelder.
8. DIY Sailboat Christmas Tree Ornament
This Christmas tree is a coastal lover’s dream! Learn how to make those incredible sailboat ornaments by An Extraordinary Day.
9. Coastal DIY Christmas Tree Topiary
What better way to show off some of your collected seashells with this coastal Christmas tree topiary?
This gorgeous DIY by The Artisan Life will make a great addition to your mantle.
10. DIY Beach Sand Snowman
Do you have sand and shells? This coastal sand snowman by Crafts by Courtney is so cute and pretty easy DIY to make!
11. Coastal Memory Ornaments
Add sand from your vacation destinations into vials and hang them on your Christmas tree.
This DIY coastal decoration is the perfect way to add sentimental value to your Christmas tree.
Read this coastal memory ornaments tutorial from the Shabby Creek Cottage.
Want more Christmas DIY home decor ideas? Check out my post on DIY natural Christmas decorations.
