18 DIY Christmas jewelry ideas to offer

What kind of jewelry for Christmas?

Have you thought about what you’re going to give for Christmas? Still haven’t? How about making some homemade jewelry this year? A handmade gift given from the heart is always appreciated. Also, check out our ready-made jewelry—THE solution for a last-minute gift.
But you can also keep them for yourself to treat yourself and wear them when the time is right. They’ll perfectly complement the festive outfit you’ve carefully chosen for the occasion.

Here’s a small selection of some pretty costume jewelry to give as gifts. There’s something for every taste, every style, and every creator. Start making your Christmas gifts now so you don’t end up with unfinished projects (or worse, no DIY gifts) on the big day.

What are the trendiest jewelry pieces to give for the holiday season?

1 - Charm jewelry

Charm jewelry is THE trend this year—and it’s not going away anytime soon! You’re sure to make someone happy, and what’s more, you can personalize it 100%. Whether it’s a bracelet or a necklace, charm jewelry is very easy to make. You can go with themed jewelry, like a nautical-themed set or an autumn-inspired collection, or choose specific charms based on the recipient’s tastes.
For these three Christmas gift ideas, we’ve selected:

• The cowboy-themed version, which is perfect for both women and men.
• The 925 Sterling Silver charm bracelet.
• The necklace in soft tones with ceramic beads and gold-tone charms.

Want to see more? Check out all our charm jewelry and get inspired to create your own personalized DIY designs.

2 - Natural Stone Jewelry

Gemstone jewelry is a sure bet for unforgettable Christmas gifts. The beauty of semi-precious stones and their lovely colors leave no one indifferent. Elegant and timeless, natural stone jewelry enhances any style. Plus, it’s super trendy this winter!
Here are three of our favorites:

• Delicate, ultra-feminine bracelets featuring stones in soft hues (tourmaline, tinted jade, regalite, etc.).
• Charming earrings featuring aventurine and a flower pendant.
• A colorful necklace with lapis lazuli beads.

If you’d like to see more ideas for natural stone jewelry, feel free to check out our tutorials.

3 - Fringed Earrings

Fringed earrings... They’re a timeless classic that never goes out of style! Whether you buy them ready-made or make them yourself, these dangling earrings are sure to please just about everyone!
Here are a few examples of fringe earrings you might like:

• fringed earrings made with Miyuki beads.
• Unique earrings with gold-plated stainless steel fringes and zirconium oxides. They’re just waiting to be slipped onto your ears.
• Fashion earrings with an acetate pendant and Miyuki bead fringes.

4 - Woven Jewelry

No, weaving isn’t necessarily complicated or just for DIY experts! Anyone can try their hand at woven jewelry—and what’s more, it’s very trendy right now! With Miyuki beads, Toho beads, or Czech glass seed beads, you can create an endless variety of jewelry. With or without a weaving loom, using Peyote, Brick Stitch, or Herringbone techniques, a world of possibilities awaits you!
Check out these three easy-to-recreate designs that we’ve fallen in love with:

• A Miyuki bracelet made on a loom using Bugles and Delica beads
• Heart-shaped earrings made with Miyuki beads using the Brick Stitch
• Pair of Peyote-woven bracelets with Hiilos clasps

5 - Men’s Jewelry

What kind of jewelry should you give a man? A bracelet is a safe bet—you can’t go wrong! Opt for materials that appeal to men, such asstainless steel, natural stones, cord, or 925 Sterling Silver.
Check out these three Christmas jewelry pieces for men that are sure to delight your loved ones:

• a men’s bracelet with leather cord and Heishi beads,
• a unique bracelet with zoite ruby gemstone beads and beads shaped like pétanque balls,
• Matching bracelets to wear as a couple, between siblings, or among best friends!

For more ideas, check out our DIY men’s jewelry tutorials.

6 - Resin Jewelry

For some time now, jewelry made of resin, acrylic, or acetate has been all the rage. It’s worth noting that they have several advantages: they’re very colorful, easy to wear, durable, and, on top of that, lightweight, so you can wear them all day long. They’ll make the perfect Christmas gift for women.
Here are three super-trendy jewelry designs we love:

• Printed earrings with matching studs and pendants. They come in a variety of patterns, such as cheetah pattern, tortoiseshell, and many others!
• Bracelets with tube beads. Whether you choose curved tubes, small tubes, twisted tubes, or straight tubes, there’s something for every taste and style!
• Chain-style dangling earrings with marbled resin beads that cascade down the neck.

7 - Pendant Jewelry

Charms are those small elements suspended from a chain, jewelry findings, or a cord. And this type of jewelry is very trendy and can be customized however you like! Whether they’re small charms made of gemstones, seashells, beads, or mini gold charms, you choose them for their beauty or their meaning. This year, we’re going to incorporate them everywhere in our DIY costume jewelry. We recommend lucky charm patterns to be truly on-trend!
Don’t wait any longer—check out our three favorite designs:

• A women’s tassel bracelet with Sesame Jasper and black onyx gemstone charms,
• A lucky charm necklace with 925 Sterling Silver charms and eye-shaped gemstones,
• Gold earrings with oriental-inspired carnelian charms.

Looking for more ideas? Be sure to check out our DIY jewelry tutorials. You’re sure to find something you’ll love!