DIY Cinnamon-Scented Christmas Tree Stamp Ornaments

Make your own cinnamon-scented Christmas tree ornaments! This DIY shows you how to carve a tree stamp, add fabric, and create a handmade holiday decoration.

I don’t know what it is about Christmas trees, but they are the star of my crafting this season! I’ve made pine cone trees, felted sweater trees, and even a denim tree. The latest addition to my holiday collection? These charming, cinnamon-scented Christmas tree stamp ornaments!

Nothing captures the essence of Christmas quite like the smell of pine and cinnamon. I’ve added a cinnamon stick to these ornaments, making them look festive and smell fantastic, too. Plus, they’re easy to make, and the homemade Christmas tree stamp can be used repeatedly—perfect for cards, gift wraps, and other holiday projects. Join me as I walk you through creating your Christmas tree stamp and turning it into beautiful, fragrant ornaments for a truly cosy holiday touch!

Materials Needed

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• Christmas tree template – Downloadable, or you can sketch your own
• Carving block and lino cutting tool – To create your custom stamp
• Acrylic or wooden block – For attaching the stamp
• Tracing paper and double-sided tape
• Fabric scraps – Cream or white cotton works great; I used some old napkins for upcycling!
• Green ink pad – Holiday colour essential!
• Needle, thread, and fiberfill – For a bit of sewing and stuffing
• Fabric Mod Podge
• Cinnamon sticks – These are for that cosy cinnamon aroma that feels so festive!
• Baker’s twine – For hanging

How To Make Christmas Tree Stamps

Step 1: Create Your Stamp Design: Print my Christmas tree designs or draw your own. I suggest keeping the tree design simple so it’s easy to carve. Transfer your tree design onto a carving block using tracing paper.

 Step 2: Carve Out Your Stamp: This is the fun part! Carefully carve along the design lines with a lino-cutting tool. Remember, the raised parts will be transferred to the ink. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect – that rustic touch is part of the charm.

Step 3: Attach Your Stamp to the Block: Use double-sided tape to stick your carved tree to an acrylic block. This makes it easy to use, remove, and swap designs to make other festive shapes like stars or snowflakes.

 How to Make the Christmas Tree Ornaments

Step 1: Stamp Your Fabric: Grab your ink pad and press your carved tree firmly into the ink. Then, stamp your fabric piece. I recommend testing your stamp on paper first to ensure you’re happy with the design. Make as many stamped trees as you’d like – I did a whole batch!

Load up your Christmas tree stamp with ink, by dabbing the stamp pad with ink. Place your cloth on a surface with a little bit of give (felt on a table or foam board). Pressing down firmly stamp your image onto the fabric. It’s a good idea to do a test run on paper first.

You may have noticed I also made a little star stamp for the top of my trees.

Step 2: Cut and Sew Your Trees: Once your stamped fabric is dry, cut out each tree shape, leaving some room around the edge. Cut a matching backing piece. With the right sides together, sew around the edges, leaving the bottom open for stuffing.

Step 3: Stuff and Add Cinnamon: Turn the ornament right side out and add some fiberfill for some fluff. Insert a cinnamon stick into the base for that unique scent. You can even sprinkle a few drops of essential oil on the fiberfill for a more aromatic scent.

Step 4: Finish and Hang: Finally, close up the bottom with a stitch or glue and attach a piece of baker’s twine to the top for hanging. Repeat to make a whole forest of fragrant ornaments!

Conclusion & Tips

 The cinnamon sticks give these trees a lovely Christmasy smell. To make them even stronger, you can use Christmas fragrance oil in the stuffing. They would also make a fun Christmas car freshner.
 
I think I will hang my Christmas tree stamp ornaments in a garland to showcase the six different designs.

Top Tips

1. Test Your Stamp First: Before stamping on fabric, test your carved stamp on a piece of scrap paper. This helps you gauge how much ink to apply and gives you a chance to make adjustments for a clearer print.
2. Use Upcycled Fabric: Old cotton napkins, pillowcases, or linen scraps work wonderfully for this project! Not only is it eco-friendly, but the vintage look of upcycled fabric also adds character to your ornaments.
3. Add a Drop of Essential Oil: For a stronger scent, consider adding a drop of holiday-scented essential oil (like cinnamon, clove, or pine) to the fiberfill stuffing. This will make the scent last longer and give a cozy, festive fragrance to your tree.
4. Double Up the Stamps: If you’re feeling ambitious, carve multiple Christmas tree designs or holiday shapes to make a variety of ornaments. You can also use the same stamps to decorate holiday cards or gift wrap for a matching set!
5. Reinforce Your Cinnamon Stick: To make sure the cinnamon stick stays secure, use fabric glue or stitch around it at the base of the ornament. This helps it stay in place and keeps the ornament looking tidy.