Best Holiday Ornaments

Updated September 2020
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Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
Ki Store Tree Balls
Ki Store
Tree Balls
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Most Versatile
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This 24-count set of shatterproof balls is available in a range of solid colors, including a highly popular rose gold/pink shade.

Pros

A mix of shiny, matte, glitter and scalloped balls will give you a great foundation for a color coordinated tree. Comes in a choice of 3 sizes (1.57, 2.36 and 3.15 inches diameter.)

Cons

While shatterproof, some did pick up dents. Take note of the sizes: the smallest are really mini-balls.

Best Bang for the Buck
Kurt Adler Clear Glass Icicles
Kurt Adler
Clear Glass Icicles
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Most Stylish
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Set of 24 icicles comes in two lengths (12 at 3.5" and 12 at 5.5") to create a layered effect.

Pros

A classier version of your grandparents' plastic icicles, these glass tubes reflect the tree lights, adding twinkles and depth to the decor.

Cons

They come individually wrapped which can be tedious and tricky to unwrap. Some did not survive transit.

craftsfromrussia Wooden Ornaments (Design C, Christmas Bells)
craftsfromrussia
Wooden Ornaments (Design C, Christmas Bells)
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Cute & Folksy
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Set of 7 hand carved ornaments that invoke a traditional Russian winter celebration.

Pros

The detailed artwork in lacquered wood is high quality, and carved the style of 19th century, with modern themes that include Santa. The red, white, and blue palette adds a pop of color without being brash. Other designs/colors available. Won't shatter.

Cons

At 4" tall, they may get a bit lost in a big tree.

Old World Christmas Pickle
Old World Christmas
Pickle
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Old World Charm
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The last one to go on the tree, this pickle that's just 3.5 inches high will set a good challenge for who can spot it.

Pros

This design is traditionally made in hand-blown glass and hand painted. Also other style variations including a pickle chip and mini gherkin. Comes with a card explaining the German pickle ornament tradition.

Cons

It's fragile, and like all small, ornaments it should be placed where small children or pets can't get to it.

Hallmark Rudolph With Bells
Hallmark
Rudolph With Bells
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Best for Kids
Bottom Line

Great for kids or kids at heart, this model is true to the cartoon classic and comes in a box for gifting.

Pros

Made of lead-free poly resin, this ornament is set to become a keepsake. Collect the set – part of a range of TV classic ornaments that also includes Buddy the Elf, Frosty, the leg lamp from A Christmas Story and more.

Cons

Some breakages on arrival. The Polar Express ticket ornament is a bit cheap looking.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

38 Models Considered
9 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
453 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Holiday decorations are often a mix of basic globes, keepsake ornaments kept from years past and from travels throughout the year, and personalized ornaments and ones that celebrate landmark events. Some choose to simply use a definite color scheme or theme for a stylish tree. Many people will add to their collection every year, or look for basic ornaments to fill out a tree and replace ones that didn’t make it though storage. Shatterproof or wooden ones are a good bet, especially if you have pets who may find them intriguing. Always supervise children, and make sure don’t play with or try and eat them. Ornaments can make thoughtful gifts, too. Look for ones that come in a gift box for this.

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The team that worked on this review
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    Melinda
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Ki Store

Tree Balls

Ki Store

Tree Balls

This 24-count set of shatterproof balls is available in a range of solid colors, including a highly popular rose gold/pink shade.
$19
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craftsfromrussia

Wooden Ornaments (Design C, Christmas Bells)

craftsfromrussia

Wooden Ornaments (Design C, Christmas Bells)

Set of 7 hand carved ornaments that invoke a traditional Russian winter celebration.
$13
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Kurt Adler

Clear Glass Icicles

Kurt Adler

Clear Glass Icicles

Set of 24 icicles comes in two lengths (12 at 3.5" and 12 at 5.5") to create a layered effect.
$14
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Old World Christmas

Pickle

Old World Christmas

Pickle

The last one to go on the tree, this pickle that's just 3.5 inches high will set a good challenge for who can spot it.
$8
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Hallmark

Rudolph With Bells

Hallmark

Rudolph With Bells

Great for kids or kids at heart, this model is true to the cartoon classic and comes in a box for gifting.
$34

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