Quick and Easy Christmas Artwork Using Wrapping Paper

Looking to freshen up your holiday decor without spending a dime? I’ve got you covered! This super simple DIY is perfect for budget-minded decorators who want something unique, festive, and easy to pull off.

This year, I wanted to switch up my wall art for Christmas.

I wanted something new this year, but didn’t quite have the budget to go out and buy new artwork for my walls.

So I found a way to deck my halls for free.

I looked around the house and realized… I already had everything I needed.

Yep. Wrapping paper. Old frames. A few gift embellishments. That’s it!

All of us have Christmas wrapping paper and gift bags. And most of us also have frames. This is a craft you that you’re not going to want to miss!

Let me show you how to turn everyday items into charming holiday artwork — no fancy tools or craft skills required.

Let’s start with what you’ll need.

Quick and Easy Christmas Artwork Using Wrapping Paper

Supplies You’ll Need:

Wrapping Paper
Empty Pictures Frames
Scissors
Embellishments if you want to bump it up
Ribbon
Glue Gun or Tape

Step by Step: How I Made Mine

1. Choose Your Frame

So this is a frame I’ve had hanging in my Butler’s Pantry for the past few years.

I love the frame and the I love the little string that it hangs from.

2. Pick Your Paper

I went with a sheet of red and white checkered gingham wrapping paper.

You can go bold or traditional — whatever fits your style!

3. Cut the Paper to Size

Remove the backing from your frame, use it as a template, and trim the wrapping paper to fit.

4. Swap the Art

Slide the wrapping paper into the frame like you would a photo. Boom — instant festive upgrade!

It’s really just that simple!

Add a Little Extra (Optional but Cute)

I wanted to take mine up a notch, so I added a tiny wreath I found in the wrapping paper section at the craft store.

These wreaths are actually gift embellishments that you add to packages.

I took a small piece of gingham ribbon and tied a bow around the wreath.

And you simply attach it to the glass.

You can use hot glue (which peels off later).

But if you don’t have a glue gun – that’s ok!

You can use tape and it works just as well. In fact, it has stayed in place for weeks!

I hung it back up and it was a perfect compliment to my coffee and cocoa bar!

There is another picture frame on the grocery side of our hallway pantry.

The frames were adjacent to each other and when you walk down the hall you can see one frame next to the other.

I just took another piece of fun wrapping paper with a seamless pattern.

This one is a reindeer sweater themed one that I thought was so cute!

I replaced that picture with the wrapping paper and hung it back up.

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So if you are looking for budget friendly ideas to add decor, this DIY Christmas project is a great way – an EASY way – to add some pops of holiday cheer with something you already have on hand!

And, of course, saving money on decor is my favorite thing to do and a total win for us!

This quick and easy Christmas artwork using wrapping paper tutorial is definitely one I’ll be using again next year!

Variations to Try

There are lots of great ideas and different ways to create your own unique art prints from what you have on hand.

Try out these ideas:

Christmas Cards Have you ever received a card that was so beautiful you couldn’t throw it away? Stick it in a frame and display it each year!
Pretty Paper filled with Scenes There are so many beautiful paper options with vintage-inspired print that show work from a not so famous artist.
Give these as Christmas Gifts Why not share your fun craft projects with your loved ones? Is’t an affordable way to say Merry Christmas!
Repurpose Leftover Wrapping Paper Ever get to the end of the roll of paper only to find out you don’t have enough? Use your creative skills and have a great time repurposing it in a frame!
Don’t limit it to Christmas themes or colors! Have fun with vibrant colors from a birthday party gift wrapping paper.
Add interesting elements Just like my tiny wreath, you can use washi tape, gift cards, gift boxes, or even gift tags to create your own unique DIY artwork.

I hope this gives you some inspiration to get crafty with what you already have at home. It’s quick, easy, and a great way to bring a little cheer to your walls — on a budget!

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Quick and Easy Christmas Artwork Using Wrapping Paper