Christmas Decor and Ornaments for Families with Kids

By Shruti Shukla

Christmas is a little over two months away, and this is the best time to start. Decorating is more fun when the children are part of it: picking an ornament, painting one, finding a place for it on the tree. This guide covers handmade ornaments, personalised keepsakes, craft kits to make with your children, and a few festive gifts, with real prices from our store so you can plan your budget.

Quick picks

Personalised ornaments: a keepsake for the tree

A personalised ornament is the easiest way to make a tree feel like yours. The Doggy Ornament from Purple Prints is made from white acrylic, measures about 3.5 inches and is listed as customisable. It’s a lovely gift for a family’s four-legged member. To say what you’d like on it, message our team on WhatsApp before you order.

The 3D Santa Face Ornament (₹399.99) is another affordable option from the same Mumbai seller. The listing describes it as a durable piece to add to your box of ornaments, but it doesn’t give a size.

Handmade keepsakes and photo ornaments

For a gift people will keep for years, a handmade ornament stands out. The Santa Photo Ornament (₹1,150) is made from cotton and acrylic yarn, polyester fibrefill and an acrylic sheet, and holds a 3-inch photo. It’s a nice way to capture a child’s face each Christmas.

The Christmas Ginger Bread House (₹900) is a pack of two flat crochet gingerbread houses decorated with beads, pearls and buttons. Each is about 10 × 7.6 cm. The Harry and Friends for Christmas set (₹2,100) has five crochet characters in tiny Santa hats, each about 9 to 11 cm tall. All of these are handmade, so small variations are normal.

Make your own: craft kits for children

Children love hanging something they made. The DIY Christmas Ornaments (Personalized) kit (₹450) comes with 2 cutouts, tempera paints, a paintbrush, pom-poms and a ribbon. The DIY Christmas Tree and Ornaments kit (₹499) has a wooden tree cutout, 3 ornament cutouts, 15 small decorative pieces, paints, glue, pom-poms and strings, and it can fill an afternoon.

Neither listing states an age. They include paints and small pieces, so an adult should supervise younger children.

Festive nightwear for the whole family

The Red Christmas Flannel Polar Bear Nightwear (from ₹1,999) is a soft printed flannel set with full sleeves, a front-open style and an elasticated pyjama waistband. The listing includes children’s age groups from 0 to 2 years up, and adult sizes XS to XXL, so the family can match for Christmas morning. It’s hand wash only.

The big gift: a sleigh to climb into

The Santa’s Sleigh Soft Ride-in Toy (₹18,999) is a soft, hand-quilted sit-in sleigh made from 100% cotton canvas. It measures 120 × 51 × 44 cm, is light enough to carry from room to room, and is listed for ages 3 and up. Children can use it for pretend play or as a cosy reading corner. It’s a bigger purchase, so it suits families looking for a centrepiece gift.

Decorating safely with children and pets

• Ornaments are not toys. Handmade pieces can have beads, buttons, bells or plastic parts. Hang them out of reach of children under 3.
• Put the sturdier pieces low. Let children hang unbreakable ornaments on the lower branches.
• Supervise craft kits. Paints, glue and small pieces need an adult close by.
• Keep lights and cords tidy, and away from where small children play.
• Watch pets. Dogs and cats may chew hanging ornaments and ribbons.

Three tips for a tree children enjoy

1. Lights first, ornaments last. Lights go on before anything else, so you don’t have to untangle wires around ornaments.
2. Give each child a few ornaments to place. A personalised or handmade one makes the tree feel like theirs.
3. Choose two or three colours. A simple theme makes a mix of handmade and bought pieces look planned.

Choosing by budget

• Under ₹500: Doggy Ornament (₹350.99), 3D Santa Face Ornament (₹399.99), DIY Christmas Ornaments kit (₹450), DIY Christmas Tree and Ornaments kit (₹499).
• ₹500 to ₹1,500: Christmas Ginger Bread House (₹900), Santa Photo Ornament (₹1,150).
• ₹1,500 to ₹5,000: Red Christmas Flannel Polar Bear Nightwear (from ₹1,999), Harry and Friends for Christmas (₹2,100).
• Above ₹15,000: Santa’s Sleigh Soft Ride-in Toy (₹18,999).

Order early for Christmas delivery

Our listings show a delivery estimate of 4 to 7 days. Personalised and handmade pieces can take longer, and some items have limited stock, so order early. For a Christmas delivery date, message our team on WhatsApp. You can read our shipping policy and return policy before you order.

Frequently asked questions

What Christmas decorations can I buy for a family with kids?

Ornaments, craft kits to make together, festive nightwear and a few play pieces all work well. Choose items that match your children’s ages and keep small parts out of reach of toddlers.

Are handmade ornaments safe for children?

They’re decorations, not toys. Handmade pieces can include beads, bells or small plastic parts, so hang them out of reach of young children and supervise play.

Can I get a personalised Christmas ornament?

Yes. The Doggy Ornament is listed as customisable. Message our team on WhatsApp to tell us what you’d like before you order.

What can children make for the tree?

Paint-your-own ornament kits are a simple option. Our DIY kits include cutouts, tempera paints, a brush and pom-poms, and the larger kit also has a wooden tree and glue.

When should I order for Christmas?

As early as you can. Listings show 4 to 7 days for delivery, and stock on handmade and personalised items is limited.

Where can I buy Christmas ornaments online in India?

You can browse the Christmas ornaments and gifts linked in this guide on Lil Amigos Nest. Read each product page for size, material and delivery details before you order.