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20 Clever Christmas Candy Decorations

By Manuela Williams

Today I’m sharing some sweet Christmas candy creations for your decor. I normally get candy that I decorate with from the dollar store. It’s cheap and most of the time made in  China (which makes it less appetizing to me so I’m not tempted to snack on it).

Clever Christmas decorations made from candy. This is a great activity to do with the kids too!

20 Clever Christmas Decorations Made From Candy

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Some of these would be a fun activity to do with the kids but I would get candy you feel comfortable having them eat (because you know they will 🙂 )!

  • Tasty Traditions. Whether you are creating with family or friends, start a new tradition of creative candy decorations to repeat year after year.
  • Excite Children. Can you see the enthusiasm and anticipation on your child’s face when you tell them you are going to use candy to decorate? Transform their favorite pieces into a Christmas countdown garland or a tree topper for their tree.
  • Candy Canes and Peppermints. Decorating possibilities are endless with red and white candies. You may want to make a tree, wreath, serving tray, tree topper, or candle holder, but whatever you choose it will be incredibly jovial as you decorate for Christmas.

1. Peppermint Monogram Wreath

peppermint monogram wreath by Two Twenty One (round up of Christmas Candy Decorations)

Peppermint Monogram Wreath see the tutorial at  Two Twenty One

2. Popcorn and Jellybean Christmas Garland

popcorn jellybean Christmas garland

Popcorn and jellybean Christmas garland from Cirkus

3. Peppermint Candy Cupcake Stand

peppermint candy cupcake stand

Peppermint candy cupcake stand see the tutorial at  Pizzazzerie

4. Peppermint Candy Letters

peppermint candy letters

Peppermint candy letters from Centsational Girl

5. Candy Cane Candle Cuff

Beautiful-Christmas-Candy-Decoration-Candy-Cane-Candle-Cuff

Candy cane candle cuff at  Rise and Shine

6. Candy Cane Topiary candy-cane-topiary tree-

For candy cane topiary, see the tutorial at  Dollar Store Crafts

7. Peppermint and Gumdrop Trees

Peppermint and Gumdrop Trees by Catch My Party could be a great way to kick off the holiday season with your kids.

8. Rice Krispie Treat Stocking by

This Rice Krispie Treat Stocking recipe is an easy Christmas dessert option for both kids and adults! It was simple to make and decorate and is meant to be made ahead. This is a fun project for the whole family to make during the holidays and is a great Gingerbread House alternative.

The Life Jolie created a delicious stocking to decorate the table at your next holiday gathering.

9. Christmas Candy Cabin by Crayons and Cravings

Christmas candy house made with chocolate bars, kit kats, reese's peanut butter cups, kisses, and rice krispie treats.

Why not decorate your rustic home with a cozy chocolate cabin from Crayons and Cravings?

10. Gum Drop Wreath

This gum drop wreath is precious and so easy to make!

Dream a Little Bigger created a festive and fun holiday wreath.

11. Candy Cane Ornament

how to make a candy cane ornament

This beautiful candy cane ornament by Hometalk would be so easy to craft and give to all of your friends.

12. Candy Christmas Lights

candy Christmas lights made with almond M&M's and green Mike and Ike candies.

This adorable candy light decoration will light up any room in your home. This is found at Hungry Happenings

13. Peppermint Wreath

Easy DIY Peppermint Wreath, tutorial at MyLove2Create

My Love 2 Create displays a cheerful peppermint wreath to embellish your wall or inside door.

14. Candy Cane Star Tree Topper

Candy Cane Star Tree Topper

Children will be so excited to see this candy cane star tree topper sitting on their small room tree. This star can be found at DIY Candy

15. Candy Cane Vase Centerpiece

DIY candy cane vase centerpiece

Buy a few picks at your local store, add a vase, and candy canes, and accessorize your entry table with a gorgeous centerpiece by Hometalk.

16. Christmas Tree Treats 

Are you looking for a fun and easy Christmas treat that the kids will go wild for? These Christmas tree treats are perfect!

Decorate for your kid’s Christmas party with these tasty Christmas tree treats from Crayons and Cravings.

17. Tiered Peppermint Serving Tray

Peppermint Serving Tray 3

That’s What Che Said transformed her candies into a merry double-tiered serving tray.

18. Santa Hat Mason Jar

santa-hat-mason-jar-christmas-gift-idea

Mason Jar Crafts created jolly Santa Hats from a simple mason jar that will bring a smile to all who see it.

19. Candy Cane Centerpiece

This Candy Cane Centerpiece is SO Easy to Make!

Frosted greenery and pastel candy canes provide a whimsical centerpiece for a child’s room by DIY Candy

20. Easy Christmas Candy Countdown

Make a candy chain to count down to Christmas

Are you looking for an easy way to decorate, then you have found it! Simply tie chocolate candies together to make a pretty garland by The Craft Patch.

Christmas Candy Decorations

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Comments

  1. Rhonda says

    December 6, 2013 at 9:24 am

    those are cute and I can just imagine my grandchildren would all try to eat them 🙂

  2. Vee says

    December 6, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    What pretty concoctions. Unfortunately, they’d not be safe here.

  3. Theresa H. Roach says

    December 6, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    So cute:) Makes me hungry! Enjoy your weekend dear Manuela, HUGS!

  4. Doreen@househoneys says

    December 7, 2013 at 11:12 pm

    These are beyond adorable Manuela! It’s hard to decide which is my favorite, but I’m particularly drawn to the cupcake stand. Just a couple of days ago I made something similar to the candy cane cuff and I love how it turned out. I will put it up on the blog soon.

    Thank you for the fabulous inspiration!

  5. Carol says

    December 8, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    I always wanted to make a candy house at Christmas, but I knew I would just eat too many of the supplies

  6. Rhonda says

    December 9, 2013 at 8:09 am

    I was at Walmart yesterday and wanted to buy some peppermint for my cough but there were only empty shelves where the pepper mints were supposed to be. All the crafters in this town must be reading your blog 🙂

    • Manuela says

      December 9, 2013 at 1:40 pm

      LOL! I hope not!

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