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Our Best Handmade Toppers for Every Kind of Christmas Tree

Katelyn Chef, a writer for Martha Stewart Living
By Katelyn Chef Updated November 06, 2019
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Turn your tannenbaum into a true showstopper with one of these unique tree toppers. There's something for every style: stars, angels, seashells, even candy canes. Not only will they add a twinkle to your holiday décor—they'll impress St. Nick for sure.
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The final touch to any Christmas tree is, of course, the topper. You can make your tree a showstopper with this one decoration alone. And when it's in combination with all of your other décor, the effect can be quite dazzling. We think the best Christmas tree toppers are an extension of a tree's overall theme. For example, a Christmas tree with pastel colors would looked absolutely perfect with a pastel candy cane tree topper. To make things even sweeter, sugared gumdrops are used for the center of this topper. Do you have a white frosted tree or lots of white and silver ornaments? Try topping your tree with our white glittered star tree topper.

What goes into creating the right topper for your Christmas tree? First, you want to consider the look you're hoping to achieve overall. Second, think about the color scheme you plan to work in. The topper should complement the tree both in terms of theme and color palette. Once you know how you plan to decorate your Christmas tree overall, you can use elements from the rest of your trimming to inspire your topper. Or, you can even use some of the same decorative elements in your topper that you used in your tree. What do we mean? Our beach-themed Christmas tree features driftwood  and sea glass ornaments. To top the tree, we made a star topper out of driftwood and seashells. The Christmas tree topper really brings the look together.

We have inspiration for every kind of Christmas tree. Take a look at these Christmas tree toppers to get some ideas for your own tree. Your family and guests will be blown away with these showstopping toppers.

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Silvery Angel Tree Topper

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It's a traditional Christmas sight to see a glowing angel perched at the highest point of any holiday tree. This year, craft a modern angelic topper. Love the look? The silvery angels can also double as ornaments.

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Rosette Tree Topper

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If you can do an accordion fold, you can recreate this stellar topper. It's made with metallic gold paper for a lightweight, shatterproof option for decking the halls.

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True, the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy is the real showstopper in the famous holiday ballet "The Nutcracker." However, we have a feeling that this (Sugar Plum Fairy approved) colorful candy cane topper will steal the spotlight.

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White Glittered Star Tree Topper

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On December 25, some of us have the same holiday wish: a white Christmas. Whether it snows this year or not, a wintery white glittered star tree topper is the next best thing.

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Driftwood-Seashell Star Tree Topper

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Whether you're celebrating the holidays in a snowy wonderland or a sandy beach (with a coastal-inspired tree), one way to complete the finishing touch on your maritime design is with a driftwood and seashell topper.

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Doily Star Tree Topper

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When decorating the tree, it is the intricate and small details that come together to make one flawless finishing statement. Crafting a fancy yet folktale-inspired tree topper from a doily is a pretty magical addition.

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Pearl Tree Topper

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Looking for a perfect idea to complete this year's fresh cut balsam fir? Look no further with this pearlescent topper made from actual resin pearls. It promises to add a classic touch to your holiday aesthetic this year and beyond.

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For a Christmas tree dripping with jewels, behold this topper made with brass flowers and a glass gem in the center. We chose metallic pink, copper, and gold as a color palette — but yours are up to you.

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Fabric Bird Tree Topper

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Not all birds fly south for the winter. Some prefer to perch amongst (and atop!) beautifully lit trees. You too can have a flock of fabric birds surrounding a whimsical nest with this Christmas project.

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