These DIY Ugly Christmas Sweaters Will Be a Hit at Any Holiday Party

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25 DIY Ugly Christmas Sweaters to Impress EveryoneStudio DIY!


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We all love cute Christmas outfits, whether they involve pretty Christmas dresses, stylish pants, or festive Christmas sweaters. But there's also a time and a place for not-so-cute holiday attire: Yes, we're talking about ugly Christmas sweaters. Whether you've been invited to an ugly sweater party or just want to spread a little holiday cheer and silliness on your own, you'll definitely want to go all out with your design. In fact, when it comes to ugly Christmas sweaters, we always say, the busier, the better.

Of course, you can always buy one of the best ugly Christmas sweaters, but where's the fun in that? We've rounded up some of the best DIY ugly Christmas sweater ideas out there so you can unleash your creativity and craft your own. Choose from tacky but cute designs featuring reindeer, Christmas trees, gingerbread men, and more. These sweaters are easy to create following simple tutorials and using many items you probably already have in your craft supply or collection of Christmas decorations. No matter which sweater you choose, it's guaranteed to get some holiday giggles and make everyone you meet say, "Ho, ho, HA!"

Glitzy Reindeer Sweater

When it comes to a good ugly sweater, there's no such thing as too busy. Break out the puffy paint for this project and add as many Christmas lights as possible to Rudolph's antlers and, well, everywhere else!

Get the tutorial at One Krieger Chick.

SHOP PUFFY PAINT

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One Krieger Chick

Christmas Tree Sweater

Transform yourself into a Christmas tree with plenty of tulle and tinsel. You can even add real lights to make your look really shine! Plus, a tinsel hat will really take your ugly Christmas sweater to new heights.

Get the tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage .

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The Country Chic Cottage

Christmas Lights Sweater

Why should Christmas trees have all the fun? Crochet yourself this cute sweater and you can wear colorful Christmas lights, too!

Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.

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Studio DIY!

Ugly Christmas Sweater Ornaments

Your tree needs an ugly Christmas sweater, too! These mini ornaments are too cute and can also serve as inspiration for your own ugly sweater.

Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.

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Crafts by Amanda

Snow Globe Sweater

This ugly sweater features a working snow globe so you can really shake things up at your holiday party. Decorate the rest of the sweater with white pom poms for a snowy effect.

Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.

SHOP WHITE POM POMS

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The Craft Patch

Deer Ugly Christmas Sweater

You'll stand out from all the red and green sweaters with this black and white one featuring a glittery deer head. It might make holiday hugs a little tricky but it's worth it for the laughs!

Get the tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage.


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The Country Chic Cottage

Wreath Christmas Sweater

Take one of your favorite symbols of the season and put it on a sweater! After the party's over, you can easy detach the wreath and hang it up in your home.

Get the tutorial at Julia Devon Art.

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Julia Devon Art

Fa La La Llama Sweater

Fa la la la la la la la...llama! This cute sweater is sure to get some giggles. Just look at the llama's cold-weather attire!

Get the tutorial at Persia Lou .

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Persia Lou

Couples Mr. and Mrs. Christmas Sweater

This idea is so cute for couples! Mr. and Mrs. Claus have got nothing on you when you dress up in these sparkly matching sweaters decked out in tinsel and sequins.

Get the tutorial at Creative Fashion Blog.

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Creative Fashion Blog

Gingerbread Men Sweater

This sweater is brimming with Christmas cheer, from the adorable gingerbread boys and girls to the little jingle bells. There are even Christmas stockings on the sleeves!

Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.

SHOP JINGLE BELLS

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Amy Latta Creations

Christmas Stocking Sweater

Pretend to be a Christmas mantle with this clever design! A garland, stockings, and ornaments complete the look.

Get the tutorial at Amy Latta Creations.

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Amy Latta Creations

Kids Reindeer Christmas Sweater

This idea is for the little ones. Imagine how cute they'll look dressed up in this sweater featuring their handprints as Rudolph's antlers!

Get the tutorial at Amy Latta Creations.

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Amy Latta Creations

Button Christmas Tree Sweater

The most fun part about this project is decorating the Christmas tree with buttons, beads, and other craft supplies. You'll also use pom poms to create strings of Christmas lights on your sleeves.

Get the tutorial at Amy Latta Creations.

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Amy Latta Creations

Rudolph Ugly Christmas Sweater

Here's the biggest Rudolph yet! Everybody's favorite reindeer will take up your entire shirt, so order the biggest googly eyes you can find and get crafting.

Get the tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage.

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The Country Chic Cottage

Christmas Tree with the Elf on the Shelf Sweater

This time, everyone will be able to find the Elf on the Shelf because he'll be front and center on your sweater! He looks so cute tucked under the tacky tinsel Christmas tree.

Get the tutorial at Amy Latta Creations.

SHOP A MINI ELF ON THE SHELF

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Amy Latta Creations

Reindeer Christmas Sweater

Rudolph has never looked cooler! Dress him up with sunglasses and furry bows to complement his signature red nose.

Get the tutorial at Life After Laundry.

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Life After Laundry

Tropical Christmas Sweater

Embrace a tropical theme for your ugly sweater by crocheting swaying palm trees decorated with Christmas lights. A pink felt flamingo makes it even more whimsical.

Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.

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Aww Sam

Farmhouse Christmas Sweater

Make your farmhouse Christmas dreams come true with this festive sweater. You'll use a free SVG file and heat transfer vinyl to create this look.

Get the tutorial at The Scrap Shoppe Blog .

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The Scrap Shoppe Blog

Tacky Christmas Sweater

Now, this one is really over the top! It's got it all: snowflakes, a gingerbread man, Christmas lights, and more. Add some colorful pom poms and sparkly garland to make sure no inch is left undecorated.

Get the tutorial at Inner Child Crochet.

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Inner Child Crochet

Christmas Tree Tie Sweater

Transform a collection of ugly Christmas ties into an ugly Christmas tree to make this sweater. You can mine your closet or buy a few from a local thrift store.

Get the tutorial at I Love to Create Blog.

SHOP CHRISTMAS TIES

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I Love to Create Blog

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