Quick DIY Kitchen Christmas Decor Hacks

Christmas is my absolute favorite time to transform my kitchen into a cozy, festive wonderland. The kitchen is where life happens—where I sip my first coffee of the day, where the kids chat about their day over snacks, and where the smell of freshly baked cookies seems to whisper, “Christmas is here!” This year, I decided to go all out and sprinkle a little holiday magic on everything, from the fridge to the oven handle. Let me show you how I did it—with simple DIY touches that anyone can pull off.

Transform Cabinets Into Christmas Gifts

This one might be my favorite hack because it makes the whole kitchen look like Santa dropped off presents overnight. I wrapped my dark cabinet doors in bold red ribbon, crossing it horizontally and vertically like a gift. At the center, I stuck on big bows—it’s so simple but so effective.

Since my cabinets are dark, I added white pom-poms to brighten things up. I tied a couple to each ribbon, letting them dangle like little ornaments. The result? A festive yet classy look that screams holiday spirit without being too over the top.

Pro tip: Use double-sided tape to secure the ribbons if you don’t want to tie them. Trust me, trying to knot a ribbon perfectly while balancing on a step stool is a recipe for frustration.

Turn Your Fridge Into a Snowman

Okay, I’ll admit—my fridge isn’t white. But guess what? It doesn’t even matter! A snowman fridge is such a cheerful addition to the kitchen, and it’s crazy easy to make.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• a red scarf
• a beanie (I reused an old one I couldn’t throw out)
• some felt (black, white, and orange)
• double-sided tape

Start by wrapping the scarf around the fridge door. If it’s heavy, secure it with a little hook or tie it to the handle—it doesn’t have to be perfect. Then, stick on your snowman’s face: big black circles for eyes (don’t forget the white highlights for a cute sparkle), a carrot-shaped nose from orange felt, and small black circles for a smile. Add a few buttons on the bottom, and voilà—instant winter charm!

Oh, and a tip: use cups of different sizes to trace perfect circles for the felt—it’s a game changer. The first time I tried, my circles looked more like potatoes, but hey, that’s part of the fun, right?

Video showing how decorate the fridge

Make Your Oven Handle Santa’s Belt

Okay, this one had me giggling the whole time I was making it. Turning your oven handle into Santa’s belt? Genius, right? It’s the smallest detail, but it makes a big difference.

Here’s how I did it: I cut a strip of red felt slightly longer than the oven handle (don’t forget to add a little extra for overlap). Then, I added two white rectangles on each end for the “fur” and a black strip in the middle for the belt. The buckle? Gold foam sheet—it’s shiny and festive! You can either tape it on for a temporary fix or sew on Velcro strips for something reusable year after year.

Honestly, the hardest part was keeping my kids from trying to pull it off. They think it’s hilarious.

Video showing how to decorate the oven

Festive Frames for Light Switches

Because Why Not? Even light switches and outlets deserve a little love during the holidays, right? For these, I used popsicle sticks and acrylic paint to make tiny “frames.” I painted the sticks in red and green, glued them into a square, and added a tiny red bow at the top. For a playful twist, I made a snowman version with white-painted sticks, a felt carrot nose, and mini black eyes.

This is such a fun way to make even the most boring part of your kitchen feel festive. Plus, it’s a great little project if you have leftover craft supplies lying around. Kids would enjoy it too.

DIY Kitchen Bows for Cabinet Handles Using Towels

This might just be my favorite last-minute hack for Christmas kitchen decor—turning simple kitchen towels into festive bows for cabinet handles! It’s fast, fuss-free, and so impactful. Plus, it’s a great way to repurpose those colorful towels you’ve been stashing away. For a single bow you’ll only need two kitchen towels and nothing more.

1. Take the first towel and fold it lengthwise into a wide strip (I fold mine into thirds). Then, fold both ends toward the center to create a neat rectangle.
2. Fold the second towel lengthwise into a narrower strip (I fold it four times).
3. Place the wide rectangle (first towel) horizontally across the cabinet handle. Wrap the narrow strip (second towel) around the center of the wide rectangle, perpendicular to it. Pass the ends of the narrow strip through the cabinet handle and pull tight to gather the center, creating that fluffy bow shape.
4. Adjust as needed to make it look neat and festive.

Video showing how to make these cabinet’s bows

Rolling Pin Wreath Alternative

This year, I made simple and fragrant kitchen ornaments using dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, evergreen sprigs, and plaid ribbon. I hung them on a wooden rolling pin and placed it over the range hood, adding a cozy, festive touch. It’s an easy, budget-friendly way to bring natural holiday charm into the kitchen!

Bring It All Together

When everything’s decorated, the kitchen feels like a completely new space. The fridge snowman makes me smile every morning when I grab milk for my coffee, and the cabinet “gifts” make cooking feel festive instead of like a chore. It’s these little touches that make the holiday season so magical, don’t you think?