'Ralph Lauren Christmas' Crafts – DIY Projects That Look Professionally Made

Okay, crafters (and craft-curious people), this is YOUR post! We're getting our hands dirty – well, not literally dirty, but you know what I mean. We're making stuff! And not just any stuff, but gorgeous Ralph Lauren-inspired Christmas crafts that'll make people think you hired a professional decorator.

The best part? Most of these projects are actually pretty simple once you get the hang of them. And there's something really satisfying about making your own holiday décor, especially when it turns out looking this good.

So grab your hot glue gun, stock up on plaid ribbon (seriously, you're gonna need a lot), and let's get crafting!

Before We Start – General Craft Principles

Let me save you some frustration and share a few things I've learned the hard way:

Use quality materials – I know it's tempting to buy the cheapest ribbon and fabric you can find, but trust me on this: quality materials make ALL the difference. A real grosgrain ribbon or a nice cotton plaid fabric will look so much better than the cheap stuff, and your crafts will actually last for years instead of falling apart after one season.

Color coordination is everything – Before you start any project, lay out all your materials and make sure they work together. Take a photo with your phone and look at it – sometimes colors that seem fine in person don't photograph well together, and that's a good test.

Finishing touches elevate everything – The difference between a craft that looks homemade (in a bad way) and one that looks professionally made often comes down to the finishing touches. Clean up any hot glue strings, trim your ribbon ends at an angle, make sure everything is secure and neat.

Tools and supplies you'll need:

• Hot glue gun and LOTS of glue sticks

• Sharp fabric scissors

• Wire cutters

• Floral wire

• Straight pins

• Mod Podge

• Spray paint (brass/gold)

• Various plaid ribbons in your color scheme

• Velvet ribbon

• Burlap ribbon

• Foam forms (balls, cones, wreaths)

• Clear ornaments

• Wood slices

• Pinecones

Okay, now let's make some beautiful stuff!

Wreath Crafts (Because You Can Never Have Too Many Wreaths)

Plaid Fabric Wreath

This one's perfect if you've got some leftover plaid fabric or if you find a fabric you love but don't know what to do with it.

What you need:

• Foam wreath form (12-14 inches works great)

• Plaid fabric (about 1 yard)

• Straight pins

• Brass bells or a brass ornament for the center

• Scissors

How to make it:

1. Cut your plaid fabric into strips about 1 inch wide by 6 inches long. You'll need A LOT of these – probably 100-150 depending on your wreath size. Put on a good podcast or movie because this cutting takes a while!

2. Take one strip and fold it in half lengthwise (so it's now 1/2 inch wide)

3. Fold it in half again to create a loop

4. Pin the loop to your foam wreath form, pushing the pin through both ends of the fabric

5. Continue adding loops all around the wreath, placing them close together so you can't see the foam underneath

6. Work in rows, moving from the outside edge toward the inside edge

7. Once the wreath is completely covered, add a brass bell or ornament cluster to the center or bottom

8. Attach a ribbon loop to the back for hanging

The result is this really full, textured wreath that looks way more complicated than it actually is!

Ribbon Loop Wreath

This is probably my favorite wreath to make because it comes together pretty quickly and looks SO impressive.

What you need:

• Wire wreath frame (the kind with multiple rings)

• 3-4 different plaid ribbons (2.5-3 inches wide)

• Floral wire

• Wire cutters

• Brass ornament for the center (optional)

How to make it:

1. Cut your ribbons into 8-inch lengths. You'll need about 40-50 pieces of each ribbon, so yeah, that's a lot of ribbon. But it's worth it!

2. Take one piece of ribbon and form it into a loop, overlapping the ends slightly

3. Pinch the center and wrap floral wire around it to secure

4. Wire this loop to your wreath frame

5. Continue adding loops, alternating between your different ribbon patterns

6. Pack them close together – you want a full, lush look

7. Work your way around the entire frame until it's completely covered

8. If you want, add a brass ornament cluster to the center by wiring several ornaments together and attaching them to the wreath

This wreath has so much dimension and movement – it's really eye-catching!

Burlap & Plaid Wreath

For a more rustic take on the Ralph Lauren aesthetic:

What you need:

• Grapevine wreath (18 inches)

• Burlap ribbon (4 inches wide)

• Plaid ribbon (4 inches wide)

• Pinecones

• Faux evergreen sprigs

• Hot glue gun

• Floral wire

How to make it:

1. Wrap the burlap ribbon around your grapevine wreath at an angle, securing with hot glue every few inches. Let some of the grapevine show through – that's part of the charm!

2. Create a large bow with your plaid ribbon. Make it BIG – like, bigger than you think it should be. Trust me on this.

3. Wire or hot glue the bow to the bottom of the wreath

4. Hot glue pinecones in clusters around the wreath. Group them in 2s and 3s rather than spacing them evenly – it looks more natural

5. Tuck faux evergreen sprigs around the pinecones and throughout the wreath

6. Add a few more small plaid bows if you want extra pops of pattern

The combination of rustic burlap and elegant plaid is just chef's kiss!

Ornament Crafts (Get Ready to Fill Your Tree!)

Plaid Fabric Ball Ornaments

These are so pretty and surprisingly easy to make.

What you need:

• Clear glass or plastic ball ornaments (remove the tops)

• Plaid fabric scraps

• Mod Podge

• Foam brush

• Coordinating ribbon for hangers

• Clear acrylic sealer spray

How to make it:

1. Cut your plaid fabric into small squares, about 1 inch by 1 inch. You don't have to be super precise – irregular shapes actually work fine

2. Remove the top of your ornament

3. Brush Mod Podge onto a section of the ornament

4. Press fabric squares onto the glue, overlapping them slightly

5. Continue until the entire ornament is covered

6. Let it dry completely (this takes a few hours)

7. Spray with clear acrylic sealer to protect it

8. Replace the ornament top and add a ribbon hanger in a coordinating color

These look amazing mixed in with your other ornaments, and you can make a whole set in different plaid patterns!

Ribbon-Wrapped Ornaments

This technique works great for foam or styrofoam balls, and the result is really elegant.

What you need:

• Foam balls (2-3 inches diameter)

• Grosgrain ribbon (1/2 to 3/4 inch wide)

• Straight pins

• Coordinating ribbon for hanging loop

• Small brass charm or jingle bell (optional)

How to make it:

1. Start at the top of your foam ball and pin the end of your ribbon

2. Wrap the ribbon around the ball in overlapping rows, like you're wrapping a baseball

3. Secure with straight pins as you go – you'll need quite a few to keep everything in place

4. When you reach the bottom, cut the ribbon and secure the end with a pin

5. Create a hanging loop with coordinating ribbon and pin it to the top

6. If you want, hot glue a small brass charm or jingle bell to the top where all the ribbon meets

You can do these in solid colors or alternate between two different ribbons for a striped effect!

Tartan Plaid Disc Ornaments

These rustic ornaments are perfect for that country estate vibe.

What you need:

• Wood slices (you can buy these pre-cut at craft stores)

• Plaid fabric or scrapbook paper

• Mod Podge

• Foam brush

• Drill with small bit

• Twine or leather cord

• Clear acrylic sealer

How to make it:

1. Cut your plaid fabric or paper to fit your wood slice. You can trace the wood slice onto the back of your fabric and cut it out

2. Brush Mod Podge onto the wood slice

3. Press your fabric onto the glue, smoothing out any bubbles

4. Let it dry completely

5. Seal with another coat of Mod Podge or clear acrylic sealer

6. Drill a small hole near the top edge

7. Thread twine or leather cord through the hole and tie it in a loop

These have such a nice handmade, rustic quality that works perfectly with the Ralph Lauren aesthetic!

Velvet Bow Ornaments

Simple but SO elegant.

What you need:

• Velvet ribbon (1.5-2 inches wide) in burgundy or hunter green

• Floral wire

• Wire cutters

• Ornament hooks

• Small brass jingle bells

How to make it:

1. Cut a piece of velvet ribbon about 12 inches long

2. Form it into a classic bow shape (there are tons of tutorials online if you need help with this)

3. Wire the center securely with floral wire

4. Trim the ribbon ends at an angle

5. Attach an ornament hook to the wire at the back

6. Hot glue a small brass jingle bell to the center of the bow

These are so quick to make and they add that touch of luxury to your tree!

Paper Tree Crafts (Perfect for Mantels and Tables)

Plaid Paper Cone Trees

These little trees are addictive to make – you'll want to create a whole forest of them!

What you need:

• Foam cones (various sizes – 6, 9, and 12 inches work great)

• Plaid scrapbook paper or cardstock

• Mod Podge

• Foam brush

• Small brass stars for toppers

• Hot glue gun

How to make it:

1. Cut your plaid paper into strips or small pieces

2. Brush Mod Podge onto a section of your foam cone

3. Press paper onto the glue, smoothing it down

4. Continue until the entire cone is covered. You can overlap pieces or fit them together like a puzzle – either way works!

5. Let it dry completely

6. Optional: Create small paper rosettes by cutting circles, folding them, and gluing them to the tree for texture

7. Hot glue a small brass star to the top

8. Display in groupings of 3-5 trees in different sizes

These look amazing on a mantel or as a dining table centerpiece!

Rolled Paper Trees

This technique creates a really cool dimensional effect.

What you need:

• Plaid or solid cardstock in your color scheme

• Hot glue gun

• Wooden dowel (1/4 inch diameter)

• Small wood base or wood slice

• Gold or hunter green paint for the base

How to make it:

1. Paint your wood base and let it dry

2. Cut circles from your cardstock in graduated sizes. For a 12-inch tree, you might do circles ranging from 6 inches down to 1 inch in diameter

3. Cut a slit from the edge to the center of each circle

4. Roll each circle into a cone shape and secure with hot glue

5. Drill a hole in your wood base and insert the dowel, securing with glue

6. Thread your paper cones onto the dowel, starting with the largest at the bottom

7. Glue each cone in place as you stack them

8. Top with a small cone or star

The layered effect is really striking, and you can make these in any size!

Book Page Trees

For a more vintage, literary look:

What you need:

• Foam cones

• Pages from old books (check thrift stores for damaged books)

• Mod Podge

• Foam brush

• Plaid ribbon

• Brown ink pad or tea for distressing

How to make it:

1. If you want an aged look, distress your book pages by rubbing them with a brown ink pad or dipping them in tea and letting them dry

2. Cut the pages into leaf or petal shapes

3. Starting at the bottom of your foam cone, attach the paper shapes with Mod Podge, overlapping them like shingles

4. Work your way up to the top

5. Let it dry completely

6. Wrap the base with plaid ribbon and secure with hot glue

7. Distress the edges of the paper with your ink pad for extra vintage appeal

These have such a cool, literary vibe that's very Ralph Lauren!

Ribbon-Focused Crafts (Because Ribbon is Life)

Ribbon Tree Topper

Make a show-stopping tree topper that'll be the crown jewel of your tree.

What you need:

• Multiple plaid ribbons (3-4 different patterns, 2.5-3 inches wide)

• Floral wire

• Wire cutters

• Floral tape

How to make it:

1. Cut your ribbons into lengths of about 18-24 inches

2. Create loops with each ribbon – you want 5-7 loops per ribbon type

3. Layer the different plaid patterns, securing the centers together with floral wire

4. Fan out the loops to create a full, dimensional bow

5. Add long streamers by attaching additional ribbon lengths to the center

6. Wrap the wire stem with floral tape

7. Attach to your tree top

The key is making it BIG and full – don't be shy with the ribbon!

Ribbon Garland

This is probably the easiest craft in this whole post, and it looks amazing.

What you need:

• Various plaid and solid ribbons (1-2 inches wide)

• Twine or thin wire

• Brass jingle bells

• Scissors

How to make it:

1. Cut your ribbons into 8-10 inch lengths

2. Tie each ribbon onto your twine in a simple knot, alternating between different patterns

3. Space them about 2-3 inches apart

4. Add brass jingle bells between ribbons by threading them onto the twine

5. Continue until your garland is as long as you need it

6. Drape over your tree, mantel, or along a banister

The movement and variety of patterns makes this garland really dynamic and interesting!

Ribbon Candy Canes

A fun twist on a classic decoration.

What you need:

• Cardboard

• Red and cream ribbon (or green and cream)

• Hot glue gun

• Scissors

• Pencil

How to make it:

1. Draw a candy cane shape on cardboard and cut it out

2. Starting at one end, wrap ribbon around the cardboard in a spiral pattern, alternating colors

3. Secure with hot glue as you go

4. Make sure the edges are neat and the ribbon is tight

5. Add a hanging loop at the top

These are cute for a kids' room or a more playful space!

Ribbon Napkin Rings

Perfect for your holiday table!

What you need:

• Plaid ribbon (1.5 inches wide)

• Brass rings or cardboard tubes cut into 2-inch sections

• Hot glue gun

• Small brass charms or jingle bells

• Faux evergreen sprigs

How to make it:

1. Wrap ribbon around your ring base, securing with hot glue

2. Create a small bow with the same or coordinating ribbon

3. Hot glue the bow to the ring

4. Add a small sprig of faux evergreen

5. Embellish with a tiny brass charm or jingle bell

These add such a nice touch to your table setting!

Additional Holiday Crafts

Plaid Stockings

Okay, this one's a bit more involved, but if you can sew even a little bit, you can do this.

What you need:

• Plaid fabric (1/2 yard per stocking)

• Lining fabric

• Cream cable knit or faux fur for cuff

• Stocking pattern (you can find free ones online)

• Sewing machine

• Brass letters for personalization (optional)

How to make it:

1. Cut out your stocking pattern from both the plaid fabric and lining

2. Sew the plaid pieces together, right sides facing

3. Sew the lining pieces together

4. Turn the plaid stocking right side out

5. Insert the lining into the stocking

6. Create a cuff from your cable knit or faux fur fabric

7. Attach the cuff to the top of the stocking

8. Add a hanging loop

9. Personalize with brass letters or embroidery if desired

Handmade stockings become family heirlooms – they're worth the effort!

Tartan Table Runner

What you need:

• Plaid fabric (measure your table and add 12-18 inches for overhang)

• Interfacing for structure

• Coordinating trim or fringe

• Sewing machine

• Brass tassels (optional)

How to make it:

1. Cut your fabric to size

2. Iron interfacing to the back for structure

3. Hem the edges or add fringe trim

4. If you want, add brass tassels to the ends

5. Press everything nice and flat

A beautiful table runner instantly elevates your dining space!

Pinecone Fire Starters

These are practical AND pretty!

What you need:

• Pinecones

• Paraffin wax or old candles

• Essential oils (cinnamon or pine)

• Plaid ribbon

• Double boiler or old pot

• Wax paper

How to make it:

1. Melt your wax in a double boiler (never melt wax directly on heat – it's a fire hazard!)

2. Add a few drops of essential oil

3. Dip pinecones into the melted wax, coating them completely

4. Place on wax paper to dry

5. Once dry, tie a small plaid ribbon bow around each one

6. Package in a brass tin or basket

These make great gifts and they actually work to help start fires!

Brass Candle Holders

Transform plain glass votives into elegant brass holders.

What you need:

• Glass votive holders

• Brass spray paint

• Thin plaid ribbon

• Small evergreen sprigs

• Hot glue gun

How to make it:

1. Clean your glass holders thoroughly

2. Spray paint them with brass paint (do this outside!)

3. Let them dry completely

4. Wrap the rim with thin plaid ribbon and secure with hot glue

5. Add a small evergreen sprig

6. Group in sets of 3-5 for impact

The warm glow through the brass finish is just beautiful!

Gift Wrapping Ideas (Because Presentation Matters!)

Your gifts should match your décor, right?

Ralph Lauren-Style Gift Wrap:

1. Use kraft paper or hunter green paper as your base

2. Wrap with multiple plaid ribbons – layer 2-3 different patterns

3. Add natural elements like pinecones or small evergreen sprigs

4. Attach brass jingle bells to the bow

5. Use leather cord instead of ribbon for a rustic touch

6. Add a handwritten tag on cream cardstock

The layered ribbons and natural elements make your gifts look like they came from a fancy boutique!

Craft Tips & Finishing Touches

Quality over quantity – It's better to make a few really beautiful crafts than a bunch of mediocre ones. Take your time and do it right.

Mixing patterns successfully – Stick to your color palette and you can mix different plaids without it looking chaotic. The key is having that common color thread.

Adding brass accents – Those little brass touches (bells, charms, ornaments) are what take your crafts from homemade to high-end looking.

Incorporating natural elements – Pinecones, evergreen sprigs, wood slices – these organic elements add authenticity and warmth.

Storage and care – Invest in good storage containers for your handmade items. Wrap delicate ornaments in tissue paper, store wreaths in wreath boxes, and keep everything in a cool, dry place. Your crafts will last for years!

Wrapping It All Up

The beauty of making your own Ralph Lauren-inspired Christmas crafts is that you get exactly the look you want at a fraction of the cost of buying everything. Plus, there's something really special about decorating with things you made yourself.

Start with one or two projects that appeal to you most. Maybe it's a wreath for your front door or some ornaments for your tree. Once you get the hang of it, you'll probably find yourself wanting to make more and more!

And remember – perfection isn't the goal here. Handmade items have character and charm precisely because they're NOT mass-produced. Those little imperfections are what make them special.

So grab that hot glue gun, put on some holiday music, and get crafting! Your 'Ralph Lauren Christmas' is waiting to be created, one plaid ribbon at a time.

Happy crafting, everyone!

 

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This article is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Ralph Lauren Corporation or any of its subsidiaries. The “Ralph Lauren Christmas” theme is discussed for informational and inspirational purposes only, as part of general commentary on holiday décor and design trends. All trademarks, brand names, and product names mentioned are the property of their respective owners. No trademark or copyright infringement is intended.