35 Creative Wood Slice Ornament Ideas for Christmas
Wood slice ornaments have become a beloved favourite in rustic Christmas décor thanks to their natural look, creative flexibility, and timeless charm. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, a weekend crafter, or a small business owner preparing holiday products, these wooden pieces offer endless room for personalisation. If you have a CO₂ laser engraver at home or in your workshop, you can easily create high-quality wooden ornaments with a professional finish. But the real question is—what design should you choose? To help you get inspired, we’ve rounded up 35 laser-friendly ideas perfect for this year’s Christmas crafting. From heartwarming keepsakes to playful designs, there’s something to suit every style, theme, and moment of the holiday season.
Family & Personalised Ornament Ideas
1. Family Name Designs
Engrave the family surname and year to create a special keepsake for the Christmas tree.
2. Individual Names
Ideal as stocking labels, table setting tags, or personalised gifts.
3. Baby’s First Christmas
Celebrate a newborn’s first holiday with their name and the year.
4. Pet Name Ornaments
Add a paw print graphic with your cat or dog’s name—perfect for pet lovers.
5. Anniversary or Special Dates
Engrave wedding or engagement dates paired with a heart, ring, or elegant frame.
Festive Quotes & Holiday Sayings
6. “Merry Christmas”
A classic phrase that works with script or clean modern fonts.
7. “Joy to the World”
Simple, beautiful, and universally festive.
8. “Believe”
A favourite for both Santa-themed and faith-based holiday décor.
9. “Let It Snow”
Pair with engraved snowflakes for a wintry feel.
10. “Peace on Earth”
Great alongside stars, doves, or celestial motifs.
Nature & Woodland-Inspired Themes
11. Snowflake Patterns
Radial or detailed snowflake engravings look stunning on round wood slices.
12. Forest Silhouettes
Engrave shapes of pine trees, bears, stags, or woodland scenes.
13. Mountain Landscapes
Perfect for families who enjoy camping or outdoor adventures.
14. Deer or Moose Icons
Cozy and rustic—especially when finished with plaid ribbon hangers.
15. Pinecones & Branches
Minimalist botanical engravings for a Nordic-style Christmas tree.
Religious & Spiritual Symbols
16. Nativity Scenes
A traditional and meaningful design that makes a heartfelt gift.
17. Short Bible Verses
Scriptures like “Luke 2:11” look beautiful engraved into natural wood.
18. Crosses & Stars
Simple icons that add subtle spiritual significance.
Holiday Humor & Pop Culture Designs
19. Funny Phrases
Engravings such as “Dear Santa, I Can Explain…” add personality and fun.
20. Elf Surveillance Tags
Kids love these playful “Official Elf Surveillance” ornaments.
21. Movie Quotes
Lines from Christmas classics like Home Alone or Elf make great conversation pieces.
22. Candy Cane & Gingerbread Characters
Cute, cartoon-style engravings perfect for family trees.
Memory & Milestone Ornaments
23. Graduation Year
A great way to mark an academic achievement celebrated during the holidays.
24. New Home Ornaments
Engrave “First Christmas in Our New Home” with the year or suburb.
25. Memorial Ornaments
Honour a loved one with a short message and engraved name.
26. Travel or Holiday Destinations
Include a place name, map outline, or GPS coordinates.
Kids’ Project & Classroom Ideas
27. Engraved Handwriting
Turn a child's own drawing or hand-written name into a sentimental ornament.
28. Class Gift Sets
Teachers can create personalised ornaments with each student's name.
29. Kids’ Favourite Themes
Dinosaurs, rockets, unicorns—engrave simple cartoon designs tailored to young crafters.
Branding & Business Concepts
30. Company Logo Ornaments
Thoughtful holiday gifts for clients, customers, or staff.
31. QR Code Ornaments
Add a scannable code that links to your store, event menu, or thank-you video.
Laser Design Techniques to Experiment With
32. Layered 3D Effects
Cut and stack wood shapes to create raised, multi-depth ornament designs.
33. Cutout Patterns
Combine cutting and engraving to create see-through shapes like stars or snowflakes.
34. Framed Layouts
Add wreaths, borders, or geometric frames around names or quotes.
35. Handwritten-Style Fonts
Use script fonts that mimic hand lettering for a warm, organic look.
Why Wood Slice Ornaments Are a Crafter’s Favorite
Wood slices are budget-friendly, easy to work with, and perfectly suited for rustic or natural Christmas décor. Their textured bark edges and organic grain patterns give every piece a one-of-a-kind charm. When paired with laser engraving, they transform into heartfelt keepsakes, meaningful gifts, and popular market products.
Bring Your Ornament Ideas to Life with OMTech
If you're ready to create your own custom ornaments this holiday season, a reliable CO₂ laser engraver makes all the difference. OMTech’s laser machines offer the precision and power needed to engrave and cut natural wood with exceptional quality. Whether you're crafting heartfelt gifts for family or setting up a seasonal product line, OMTech provides the tools to bring your ideas to life.
OMTech offers a range of CO₂ laser engravers suitable for beginners and experienced makers. Entry-level models like the OMTech K40+ and Polar Lite 55W are excellent choices for wood slice projects and small workshops. Explore OMTech’s lineup today and start crafting ornaments that will be cherished for years to come.