I was inspired to create a DIY Stranger Things ornament for my Netflix #StreamTeam post because I’m so excited that Stranger Things 2 is about to start streaming on Netflix October 27th.
What I love most about the show is the retro throwback style and coming-of-age feel. It reminds me of one of my favorite movies, Stand By Me, but the storyline is different, of course. A boy vanishes in the small town of Hawkins, Indiana and a whole series of eerie and mysterious events begin to unfold. It’s riveting!
If you haven’t seen the show at all yet (I’m pointing at you, Chanelle,) don’t panic! You still have time to binge watch the entire first season of Stranger Things before the new season starts.
Here’s a sneak peek:
Once you watch it you’ll be hooked, and then you can make a DIY Stranger Things ornament for yourself. Or make one as a gift for someone else who’s a big fan of the show.
DIY Stranger Things Ornament
If you’ve watched the show, you’ll completely understand the alphabet and Christmas lights, but if you haven’t watched yet, I won’t give it away.
You’ll need:
One 3.5-inch paper maché round ornament with string
White spray paint (a small can will be plenty)
7/8″ Black alphabet letter stickers
Miniature Christmas light bulb ornaments
Hot glue gun and glue
Black embroidery floss
Directions:
Using the white spray paint, spray the entire surface of the ornament. I find the easiest way to do this is to look for a dead twig in the yard, stick it into the ground and hang the ornament from a notch while you spray. Let dry completely. If it needs a second coat of paint, apply and let dry. (Mine needed two coats.)
Stick the alphabet stickers onto the ornament in three rows (A-H) (I-Q) and (R-Z) like so:
Remove the strings from the mini light ornaments, and hot glue a light above each alphabet letter with the bulb pointing down. Be careful not to push the hanger holes into the glue. You’ll need access to those.
Using three strands of floss, thread the top row of lights together throw the hanger holes, but leave the thread loose so it resembles real Christmas light strings. Tie a knot; cut the extra thread off. Repeat for the remaining two rows of lights.
Voila! The ornament is ready to be hung up and displayed!
And remember to catch the premiere of Stranger Things 2 on Netflix October 27th!
BIRDIE SKOLFIELD says
September 16, 2018 at 2:48 pmThis is such a cute & funky idea I, goin to try & make this for a friend Who really loves Stranger Things I hope I can get it to look as good as the example …
Laurie Emerson says
August 11, 2018 at 9:26 pmThis is just such a fun ornament. I love this show and love your ornament!
Elena says
January 22, 2018 at 7:52 amThis ornament looks so cool. I love Stranger Things
Brenda Haines says
October 28, 2017 at 11:05 amI can’t wait to see this! And I love your ornament!
CourtneyLynne says
October 25, 2017 at 11:53 pmOmg now that is one cute ornament!!! I can’t believe the holiday season is practically here!!! This year flew by!
jeremy mclaughlin says
October 25, 2017 at 9:10 pmGreat ornament idea. Enjoy watching Stranger Things.
Sandy N Vyjay says
October 25, 2017 at 1:37 amHaven’t seen Stranger Things, but it sounds really exciting. The Ornament looks dazzling and what a creative and innnovative way to make it.
Marielle Altenor says
October 25, 2017 at 12:25 amWhat a clever diy for an ornament! I binged watched the first season of Stranger Things and told my hubby about it. He loved it and ended up watching it all in two days hahaha So excited for season 2
Aziel Morte says
October 24, 2017 at 9:36 pmI haven’t watch this movie and I heard may good reviews about this movie and I would love to watch this on weekend.
anosa says
October 24, 2017 at 3:32 pmI love knowing that I wasn’t the only one who liked the Christmas light screen in stranger things. this take is really unique.
Lori Vachon says
October 24, 2017 at 2:12 pmSo many people I know rave about this show! I have a list a mile long of shows to catch up on, I’ll get to it one day! 🙂
ashley says
October 24, 2017 at 11:28 amwhat a great diy project! I have not yet watched the show but it is on my list! Everyone says its really, really good. I better start before season 2 starts!
Rebecca B says
October 24, 2017 at 10:13 amI can not live without my Netflix. I am all about my binge watching. Plus now I want to see this show.
Rose Cottrill says
October 24, 2017 at 10:00 amI love this idea. I think I will do this for Christmas! I am sure my kids would be able to help me with this fun project.
Carol Cassara says
October 24, 2017 at 5:13 amThe first season definitely got me hooked on Stranger Things and it would be so nice to make this ornament! I think it’s a cool show that’s worth waiting for!
Shannon Gurnee says
October 24, 2017 at 2:54 amWe love watching this show with our family! This ornament looks like a fun family craft idea.
Kiwi says
October 24, 2017 at 1:48 amYOu just reminded me I need to watch Season 1 of Stranger Things. EVERYONE is talking about this show so i need to catch up so I can follow along with Season 2.
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
October 24, 2017 at 1:07 amThis is really a cool idea! I will definitely try this and share with friends who love Stranger Things!
ricci says
October 24, 2017 at 12:34 amI LOVE Stranger Things!! I love this ornament and I can’t wait for the second season to come out!!!!!
Debra J Hawkins says
October 24, 2017 at 12:03 amThis is absolutely amazing! We are counting down the days and hours until Stranger Things is back. I am making one of these for sure!
Crystal says
October 23, 2017 at 11:54 pmThe waiting has been tough, but it’s almost time for Season 2. Make a super cute ornament will help keep me busy while I wait to see what happens.
Melanie says
October 23, 2017 at 11:06 pmDo you think my Elf on the Shelf could have a Stranger Things night? He could bring us one of these ornaments to hang on the tree. It’s so cute.
Brianne says
October 23, 2017 at 10:33 pmWhat a cool DIY ornament idea! I’d love to make this with the kiddies!
Pam says
October 23, 2017 at 10:25 pmThis is such a cool ornament. What a perfect Christmas craft for any StrNger Things fan.
Maureen says
October 23, 2017 at 9:53 pmThis is a great ornament idea! I love it, looks pretty awesome. I would love to have this holiday season. Clever idea for Stranger Things lovers 😉
Kelly Hutchinson says
October 23, 2017 at 9:49 pmThis is about the most clever thing I have ever seen! I am totally making this for the tree this year!
Rosey says
October 23, 2017 at 8:47 pmI don’t know the reason for the bulbs/ornament, but it does look cool. I’ll look this show up. Seems like so many are loving it!
Alecia says
October 23, 2017 at 8:11 pmI think in the only person in the world that have seen the show, but I love ornament! I might steal the light strand idea for myself this Christmas
AnnMarie John says
October 23, 2017 at 8:05 pmWe’re all so crazy about the series at home and I can’t wait for it to come back to Netflix! I think this ornament is going to be a fun addition to our Christmas tree!
reesa says
October 23, 2017 at 7:35 pmThis would be so much fun to make for so many of my friends. I really need to start watching this!
Jamie says
October 23, 2017 at 7:25 pmThat’s such a fun idea! I’m so excited for the second season, thanks for the sneak peak!
Travel Blogger says
October 23, 2017 at 7:12 pmI haven’t seen this yet, but I have a friend that has been raving about it. Maybe I will have to do some binging over the holidays. This ornament would also be a great idea to make her for Christmas!
Nicole Aguilar says
October 23, 2017 at 6:52 pmI really liked that show and I think this ornament is adorable. going to share this with my crafty people.
Rosey says
October 23, 2017 at 6:50 pmfrom looking at the comments, it looks like a lot of people love it. I haven’t seen it… I haven’t even heard of it. I’ll keep my eyes open for it one of these weekends. Thanks for the tip.
Ashley says
October 23, 2017 at 6:44 pmI know some Stranger Things fans who need this ornament on their tree this year! My husband is really into the show too.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
October 23, 2017 at 5:53 pmThis was a show that I had no intentions on watching. My husband and daughter sat down to watch it, and I was hooked. We are eagerly awaiting season two. This is such a cute idea! I’m gonna show my daughter.
Kita Bryant says
October 23, 2017 at 5:43 pmThat ornament is perfect. I am so ready to watch season two this weekend.
Brandi says
October 23, 2017 at 4:52 pmI am so in love with this show. I definitely need to make this adorable ornament.
Neely Moldovan says
October 23, 2017 at 4:21 pmWe are SO excited for the new season! Seriously can’t wait! Loving this idea!
Tonya says
October 23, 2017 at 3:47 pmCute idea! My son just started watching this show with his girlfriend. Before that, I’d not even heard of it. You can tell I watch a lot of TV, can’t you? 🙂
Lisa says
October 23, 2017 at 3:41 pmThis is just awesome, I am going to make some soon. I am so ready for the second season.
Brandy says
October 23, 2017 at 3:34 pmLooks simple enough to make and will be a great ornament for those who love Stranger Things, I have not watched it yet. I know, I need to!
Heather Johnson says
October 23, 2017 at 2:53 pmI have yet to watch Stranger Things. I still love love LOVE that ornament though. Very pretty for the holidays!
Dawn Inglett says
October 23, 2017 at 12:51 pmI cannot believe that the second season is almost here! Stranger Things makes me nostalgic for the 80’s. I love your ornament, too. It’s such a creative touch!
Alicia Taylor says
October 23, 2017 at 12:50 pmThis show is my husband and my all time favorite in Netflix. That ornament is the best! I pinned it and will try my hand at making it.
Shell says
October 23, 2017 at 12:13 pmThis would be a fun idea for an ornament exchange! Can’t wait to see the next season of Stranger Things.
Jeanette says
October 23, 2017 at 10:24 amMy cousin loves this show. This would be a fun ornament to give them for Christmas. It’s a creative and easy to do and it won’t cost me a lot of money to make.
Alicia says
October 23, 2017 at 10:22 am3 months of Netflix? That’d be amazing! Thanks for the giveaway. The ornament is so cute!! I will have to try this sometime. I have not seen Stranger Things yet but hear good things about it.
Lois Alter Mark says
October 23, 2017 at 9:30 amI am way behind on Stranger Things but I have friends who are totally obsessed with it and would LOVE this ornament! I just might have to start making some holiday gifts now!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
October 23, 2017 at 8:51 amI love this ornament. It’s so fun and festive. During the holidays, making ornaments with my kids is one of my fave traditions.
candy says
October 23, 2017 at 8:45 amI am way behind the times when it comes to this stranger thing two. Guess I will have to get caught up with the first season. Really do like the ornament.
Amber Myers says
October 23, 2017 at 8:22 amI just love this ornament! I haven’t seen Stranger Things yet, but I keep hearing about it. I’ll eventually watch! I have Netflix and there are so many great shows.
Alli Smith says
October 23, 2017 at 7:53 amSuch a cute ornament! I have to admit that I’ve never seen this series! I’ve been looking for something new to watch on Netflix, so I’ll definitely check this out.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
October 23, 2017 at 3:31 amThree months free Netflix? Oh yes. I’m joining the giveaway! We love the show Stranger Things. Happy that there is a Season 2! Oh, BTW, love that ornament too. So cute!
Our Family World says
October 23, 2017 at 1:56 amThis is such an awesome giveaway. It would be amazing to win a free three month subscription to Netflix! I love watching Stranger Things, but I do have a lot of episodes to catch up on. Hopefully I can before Season 2 starts!
Anita Anderson says
October 22, 2017 at 10:56 pmI just went and entered the giveaway. I keep hearing awesome things about Netflix.
Bill Sweeney says
October 22, 2017 at 10:44 pmThe only thing cooler than that ornament idea is that giveaway. Free Netflix sound super freaking awesome to me!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
October 22, 2017 at 10:33 pmThat is the best ornament idea ever! We LOVE Stranger Things, so I can’t wait to sit down and make up a bunch of these with the fam.
Alicia says
October 22, 2017 at 10:24 pmI have not seen the show yet but have heard so many great things about it. This will be added to my next show to watch list!
This ornament looks awesome. I’ll have to give it a try.
Robin rue says
October 22, 2017 at 7:34 pmCan I just tell you how excited I am for the 2nd season of this show. I looooooooved the first season.