I love how birch bark is making a comeback as a crafting material. It’s beautiful, brings in a pretty touch of nature, but has an elegant rustic look that is really gorgeous. Just in time for the holiday season we’ve gathered more than a dozen of our favorite birch bark crafts and home decor DIYs.
Handmade Basket by Damask Love – I love this birch bark covered basket. Perfect for dressing up a gift basket or hostess gift basket.
Natural Garland by Dream A Little Bigger – I ADORE this Christmas garland. What a gorgeous way to transform your tree into a country Christmas.
Napkin Rings by Twig and Toad Stool – Nature-inspired napkin rings for a pretty, homemade table setting.
Candle Décor by Sand and Sisal – Birch bark covered candles will dress up plain, inexpensive candles.
Lamps by Ruffled Blog – Pretty birch bark covered lights create a gorgeous nature-themed string perfect for dressing up any party or holiday event.
Father Christmas Décor by Styrofoam Crafts – Birch bark Santa Claus gives him a wintery look instead of the standard red coat.
Plant Container by Urban Comfort – I love these birch bark pots for container gardening.
Photo Frame by Garden Mama – perfect for landscape and nature photos, I love this birch bark frame.
Candle Holder by Top 10 Bridal Shower Ideas – This DIY doesn’t use only the birch bark, but the full log. Great way to set off extra tea lights.
Christmas Tree by Suzdo – birch bark Christmas tree is a nice contrast to the typical green Christmas tree crafts out there.
Fairy House by Twig and Toad Stool – Birch bark log is the base for this lovely nature-made fairy house.
Wall Art by Styrofoam Crafts – Birch bark blocks for nature-inspired wall decor.
Christmas Ornament by CBC – Simple birch bark star ornaments kids can make.
What’s your favorite way to decorate for the holidays?
Great ideas! Thanks for collecting these and posting links to them. I find so much bark on fallen birch trees here in Alaska, and I’m looking for a craft to use some of it in!