Wooden Ornaments
Wooden ornaments are a beautiful and classic addition to your Christmas tree. They stand in simple contrast to the bright lights and sparkles of more common ornaments. Here at woodenornaments.org, we are dedicated to providing you with shopping resources and information about these wonderful Christmas decorations.
Are you looking to purchase wooden ornaments for your holiday decorating?
Click on any links for more information or to purchase. Enjoy shopping!
The best source we have found to purchase online is the
Amazon Wooden Ornament Collection
You will find hundreds of options!
Here are our favorite finds!
What is more beautiful than a simple, unadorned, wooden decoration? They are a classic addition to any Christmas tree.
We couldn’t resist telling you about this Olive Wood Complete 7-Piece Christmas Ornament Set. Nativity Story.
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This laser carved Kings of the East
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If you enjoy animal themes, how about these three beautiful ornaments from
the Martha Stewart Collection
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Woodland Holiday, Novelty Ornament, Wooden Bear
Woodland Holiday, Novelty Ornament, Wooden Duck
Woodland Holiday, Novelty Ornament, Wooden Deer
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Painted ornaments are wonderfully whimsical, and perfect for holiday decorating.
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What would Christmas be without the nutcracker? Here is a wonderful set – Hand Painted Wood 5.5 Inch Tall Soldier Nutcracker Ornament Assortment (Set of 6)
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We love these whimsical little planes. This set of 4 WOODEN REPLICA AIRPLANE ORNAMENTS
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How about this wonderful Christmas take on a classic children’s toy – 
Uncle Goose Merry Christmas Decorative Wooden Blocks Ornaments
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If you are crafty, why not make your own ornaments and decorations? They are sure to be treasured for generations to come. Here is an illustrated book to guide you – Carving Wooden Santas, Elves & Gnomes: 28 Patterns for Hand-Carved Christmas Ornaments and Figures
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Collections of ornaments are often handed down and added to from generation to generation. Unlike glass or plastic ornaments, wooden ornaments are quite durable, and much more likely to survive through the years. We hope you have found a few additions here to add to your own collection.
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We thought you might enjoy a brief history of Christmas trees and ornaments!
Fir trees were first used to celebrate the birth of Christ around 300 AD. Their triangular shape was thought to represent the Father, Son and Holy Spirit or the Trinity.
The tradition of decorating a tree began in Germany around 600 AD. Trees were usually decorated with edible items, such as cookies, nuts, and fruits, or flowers and candles. Glass blown ornaments were first created in Lauscha, Germany around 1860. The first American made glass ornaments were created in New York around 1870 by William DeMuth. In the 1880s, W. F. Woolworth visited Lauscha and discovered the glass ornaments. He began selling them in the United States, and built a great fortune. The ornament industry continues to grow. Today, millions are produced every year, and Christmas decoration sales are second only to gifts every holiday season.
If you are interested in learning more about the history of German Christmas ornaments, please read the article, German Christmas Ornaments History
For more information on making your own ornaments, please visit the websites Making Wooden Ornaments by Martha Stewart and Wood Craft Patterns and Projects .
Here is a fabulous, entertaining video from Stevin Marin about making your own ornaments – enjoy!
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