DIY Angel Tree Topper Ideas You Can Make at Home

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Looking for the perfect angel tree topper for your Christmas tree this year? Instead of searching through store after store, check out these amazing DIY angel Christmas tree topper projects you can make!

I grew up with an angel on top of our Christmas tree every year, and I’ve always loved that tradition. When I couldn’t find the perfect angel for our own tree, I decided to look into making one myself.

Turns out, there are some seriously beautiful DIY angel tree toppers you can make at home! From rustic wooden angels and burlap designs to simple paper crafts, I’ve rounded up some creative and unique homemade angel tree topper ideas for just about every decorating style and skill level.

Whether you love farmhouse Christmas decor or want an easy holiday craft to make with the kids, there’s plenty of inspiration here!

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How to Choose a DIY Angel Tree Topper

Before you start crafting, think about the style of your Christmas tree and how much time you want to spend on your project.

• For a farmhouse or rustic Christmas tree: Try a wooden angel, burlap wings, or natural materials.
• For an elegant or traditional tree: Look for angels made with lace, tulle, glitter, or delicate paper details.
• For an easy Christmas craft: Paper plates, coffee filters, and paper doilies are inexpensive materials that are great for simpler projects.
• For something a little different: Try a recycled book page angel or a handmade crocheted design.

One thing to keep in mind is how your angel will attach to the tree. Some of these projects are designed specifically as tree toppers, while others are ornaments that may need a few adjustments to sit securely on the top branch.

Beautiful DIY Angel Tree Toppers

Probably the best thing about making your own DIY Christmas tree topper is the fact that if you like to change your decor or decorating theme a little bit each year, you can easily make a new tree topper to match it. 

While the project may take you just a bit of time, it will save you hours compared to searching multiple stores and coming up empty-handed! Plus, a DIY tree topper is usually much more budget friendly than anything you can buy online or in a store.

Check out these gorgeous DIY Christmas tree topper ideas that you can easily make to fit with your own holiday decor this year!

Farmhouse Pallet Wood Angel

If you love rustic farmhouse Christmas decor, this homemade wooden angel tree topper is one of my favorites! Using a piece of pallet wood, a jigsaw, chalk paint, and a few simple embellishments, you can make an angel that looks beautiful on top of a Christmas tree. The wire halo and twine bow give it just the right amount of character. We even figured out an easy way to attach it to the tree using an empty cardboard ribbon roll!

Click to read our homemade angel tree topper tutorial to make this super simple farmhouse wooden angel.

Elegant Paper Doily Angel (from Momtastic)

Who knew a paper doily could make such an elegant Christmas angel? This sweet DIY angel tree topper has a delicate, old-fashioned look without requiring fancy craft supplies.

I especially love the doll-like hair and pretty paper details! It’s a lovely option for a traditional Christmas tree or anyone who prefers handmade decorations with a vintage feel.

Glittery Paper Mâché Angel Tree Topper (from Hobby Craft)

If you want a little sparkle at the top of your Christmas tree, this glittery paper mâché angel is a beautiful choice. Instead of building an angel from scratch, you’ll start with a plain paper mâché angel and dress her up with white acrylic paint, decorative paper, silver glitter, and ribbon.

Add a pipe cleaner halo and a few painted facial details, and you’ve got a completely customized Christmas tree topper. I love that you can change the colors to match your own holiday decor!

DIY Paperback Angel (from Five Go Blogging)

Got an old paperback book collecting dust? Here’s a creative way to give it a second life! This homemade Christmas angel is made by carefully folding the pages of a paperback book to create the angel’s dress and wings. Add a small ornament or foam ball for the head, then leave the pages natural or decorate them with a little paint or glitter.

I absolutely love this idea for a vintage Christmas tree, a book lover’s holiday decorations, or even a literary-themed Christmas tree!

Doctor Who Weeping Angel Tree Topper (from Tourist Meets Traveler)

Here’s a DIY angel tree topper that’s a little different from the traditional Christmas angels! Inspired by the Weeping Angels from Doctor Who, this project transforms an existing angel figure into a stone-like decoration using textured spray paint.

It’s a fun idea for fans of the show or anyone looking for an unusual Christmas tree topper. Just choose an angel that’s lightweight enough for your tree, and make sure to follow the spray paint instructions for proper ventilation and drying. Doctor Who fans will definitely recognize this one!

Decorative Paper Christmas Angel (from It’s A Stamp Thing)

One of the best things about making your own Christmas decorations is getting to customize every little detail. These pretty paper angels are made with cardstock shaped into cones, small ornaments for their heads, and pipe cleaners for halos. You can dress them up with lace, ribbon, glitter, or decorative paper, or keep things simple for a more rustic look.

I especially love the version made with sheet music paper! For a tree topper, you can adapt the cone-shaped body to fit securely over the top branch.

Crocheted Angel Bell Tree Topper (from Lemon Tree Designs)

If you enjoy crocheting, a handmade angel is such a sweet way to finish decorating your Christmas tree. This crocheted angel bell has a delicate, traditional look that pairs beautifully with vintage ornaments and homemade holiday decorations.

It’s also a wonderful way to add something personal to your Christmas tree. Choose a crochet pattern suited to your skill level, and check the finished size and attachment method if you plan to use the angel as a tree topper rather than an ornament.

Easy Paper Plate Angel (from Funroom)

Looking for an inexpensive Christmas craft? You can make this sweet little angel using ordinary white paper plates! The plates are cut and shaped to create the angel’s cone-shaped body, wings, and other details. Add a metallic cord halo, a little ribbon, or some glitter to dress her up.

This would be a fun Christmas craft to make with the kids, especially if an adult handles the cutting and any hot glue. The cone-shaped body also makes it a good starting point for a lightweight homemade angel tree topper.

Light-Up Barbie Angel Tree Topper (from Jaqueline Devito)

Believe it or not, you can turn a Barbie doll into a beautiful Christmas angel tree topper! This creative project uses a doll with a pretty dress, decorative feathers, rhinestones, and a wire butterfly transformed into angel wings. The original creator also positioned Christmas tree lights beneath the angel’s dress so the fabric glowed when the tree was lit.

If you try a similar design, use only lights and decorations approved for that arrangement, and keep bulbs and electrical connections away from fabric. It’s such a personal way to create a one-of-a-kind Christmas angel!

Coffee Filter Angel Tree Topper (from Margaret Meyer) 

Coffee filters aren’t just for making coffee, y’all! They can also be turned into adorable homemade Christmas angels. This budget-friendly craft uses coffee filters to create the angel’s dress, a cotton ball for the head, and pipe cleaners for the details.

The original project is an angel ornament, but you can adapt the design for the top of a smaller Christmas tree with a suitable attachment. It’s a fun way to make a lightweight Christmas decoration without buying a bunch of expensive crafting supplies.

Rustic Burlap Angels (from Paint A Sign)

Designed as ornaments but easily fit to tree toppers molds, these burlap angels add a simultaneous sophisticated and rustic touch to your tree. They are gorgeous with the touch of lace and perfect for the holidays.

I hope these DIY angel tree topper ideas inspired you to create an angel for your Christmas tree that you love! If you’re feeling crafty, try these wine cork crafts too!

How to Keep Your Homemade Angel Tree Topper in Place

Making a beautiful angel tree topper is one thing. Getting her to stay on top of the Christmas tree without leaning sideways is another!

Before you place your homemade angel on the tree, check how the base is constructed.

Cone-shaped angel toppers can often slip over the top branch, provided the opening is wide enough and the angel isn’t too heavy.

Flat wooden angels may need a separate attachment. For our farmhouse wooden angel, we attached an empty cardboard ribbon roll to the back so the angel could slide onto the top of the tree.

Lightweight paper or fabric angels may need a little extra support. You can carefully secure them to a sturdy upper branch using floral wire or another appropriate attachment, keeping everything away from light bulbs and electrical connections.

If your angel feels too heavy for the top branch, choose a lighter design or add a suitable support. Nobody wants their handmade Christmas angel taking a nosedive into the ornaments!

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