--- title: "25 Festive Nutcrackers to Enjoy This Christmas ..." description: "Paint a Cheap Nutcracker; Mickey Mouse; Pastel Colors; Nutcracker Napkin Rings; Nutcracker Teapots; More ..." url: "https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/festive-nutcrackers-to-enjoy-this-christmas/" category: "lifestyle" last_updated: "2026-06-17" --- # 25 Festive Nutcrackers to Enjoy This Christmas ... Nutcrackers are such a fun part of the Christmas season. They make for some great decorating, that's for sure. The nutcracker figures you're used to seeing originated in Germany and carving them was considered a trade industry. Nowadays, nutcrackers aren't so much used to shell nuts as they are to decorate for Christmas. No matter your heritage or personal style preferences, you're sure to find that one of the nutcrackers on this list belongs in your house. ## 1. Paint a Cheap Nutcracker ![Paint a Cheap Nutcracker](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/q7/ex/m3089n5x_600x903.jpg) Via [Holiday Mantel 2013: Nutcrackers Galore](https://web.archive.org/web/http://decorandthedog.net/decorandthedog/2013/12/3/holiday-mantel-2013-nutcrackers-everywhere) Isn't this one of the coolest nutcrackers you've ever seen? All you need is a wooden nutcracker and some paint to create it. ## 2. Mickey Mouse ![Mickey Mouse](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i1/ls/tyg02sgb_600x929.jpg) Via [Make Festive Mickey Mouse Nutcrackers ...](https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/12/make-festive-mickey-mouse-nutcrackers-part-of-your-holiday-traditions-at-disney-parks/) You can find loads of nutcrackers that feature familiar faces like Mickey Mouse. ## 3. Pastel Colors ![Pastel Colors](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/s4/n3/xa9rfmp8_427x640.jpg) Via [Sugar Plum Christmas/Holiday Party Ideas ...](https://www.catchmyparty.com/photos/1542106) It's not traditional red and green, but this nutcracker is no less festive. ## 4. Nutcracker Napkin Rings ![Nutcracker Napkin Rings](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ge/ah/l9lvcsj3_500x500.jpg) Via [Nutcracker Napkin Rings, Set of ...](https://www.worldmarket.com/product/carved-wood-nutcracker-napkin-rings-set-of-4.do) Indulge your love of nutcrackers every time you set your kitchen table. ## 5. Nutcracker Teapots _ Via worldmarket.com_ Serve tea out of these or simply place them about your house as Christmas decor. ## 6. Paper Crafted ![Paper Crafted](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gu/gd/g68bu61g_258x495.jpg) Via [Magazine Monday – Meet Jennifer ...](https://www.papercraftsconnection.com/) I'm not talented enough to reconstruct this, but if you are, let me know how it turns out. ## 7. With Nuts ![With Nuts](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ge/e7/krvigsfg_427x640.jpg) It's fun to display your nutcrackers near a container of nuts, even if you don't use them. ## 8. Life Size Nutcrackers ![Life Size Nutcrackers](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/m4/sl/fh7xnffx_600x600.jpg) Via [Sites-pier1_us-Site](http://www.pier1.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) These jumbo nutcrackers are a fun way to get your kids into the Christmas spirit. ## 9. On the Mantel ![On the Mantel](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mp/uv/psnv1art_600x899.jpg) Via [A Whole Bunch Of Christmas ...](https://goo.gl/JZfRqh) Your fireplace will never look as good as it does with nutcrackers on it. ## 10. On the Front Porch ![On the Front Porch](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/up/c5/lkogg19u_272x370.jpg) Via [Nutcracker Drummer](http://www.frontgate.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Welcome all of your guests to your home with a large nutcracker right outside the front door. ## 11. The Nutcracker Statues at the UBS Building ![The Nutcracker Statues at the UBS Building](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u2/iu/hdogkmk7_428x640.jpg) Via [Nola and the Nutcracker](https://www.flickr.com/photos/wireful/53540112/) If you ever make it to New York City, you must take a trip to visit these guys. ## 12. Nutcracker Nightmare ![Nutcracker Nightmare](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/m9/yg/drs9r4e8_570x846.jpg) Via [Community Post: 12 Decorations To ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/trishasavage/12-decorations-to-have-yourself-a-creepy-little-ch-gl7u?sub=2784345_2049692) I'm not sure I'd want it for Christmas, but this nutcracker is pretty unique. ## 13. Welcome Home ![Welcome Home](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kd/hu/pcn4gqmv_600x776.jpg) Via [A Whole Bunch Of Christmas ...](https://goo.gl/9RkMgQ) Can you imagine seeing these guys every time you come home? ## 14. Brewmaster Beer Lover German ![Brewmaster Beer Lover German](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qj/gb/rjx3nlqh_230x500.jpg) Via [SIGNED Steinbach Musical Brewmaster Beer ...](http://www.ebay.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Nutcrackers come from Germany, so this one is reminiscent of that. ## 15. Nutcracker Table _ Via The Tablescaper_ Nutcrackers make a really fun theme for decorating your Christmas dinner table. ## 16. Gingerbread Nutcracker ![Gingerbread Nutcracker](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sk/fb/ybef5l9q_328x800.jpg) Via [Nutcracker ornaments and decor for ...](https://www.christmastraditions.com/ThemesMo/Nutcrkr/Nutcrkr.htm) This has got to be one of the most adorable nutcrackers I have ever seen. ## 17. Plain White ![Plain White](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ou/en/pwj457h3_513x768.jpg) Via [How to: Make a DIY ...](https://www.curbly.com/12916-how-to-make-a-diy-modern-minimalist-nutcracker) There's something to be said for the simple elegance of these white nutcrackers. ## 18. Nutcracker Wreath ![Nutcracker Wreath](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zm/c1/lwsfip9w_600x800.jpg) Via [Lg. NUTCRACKER CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY Wreath](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Give new life to a Christmas wreath by hot gluing a small wooden nutcracker to it. Cute, huh? ## 19. NORDIC SANTA ![NORDIC SANTA](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yz/xm/cuw1lf7b_400x734.jpg) Via [2010 SIGNED STEINBACH *NORDIC SANTA* ...](http://www.ebay.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Collectors will recognize the awesomeness of this nutcracker. Pretty cool, don't you think? ## 20. Shiny and Sparkly ![Shiny and Sparkly](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ff/h3/wtod5a9c_300x450.jpg) Via [Kate Landers Events, LLC: The ...](http://katelandersevents.blogspot.com/2009/11/nutcracker-ballet-birthday-party.html) You can't go wrong by displaying a nutcracker with some bling. ## 21. Candyland Nutcrackers _ Via Amanda Carol at Home: A ..._ I love these! What a fun way to deck out the dessert table at all of your holiday parties. ## 22. Day of the Dead _ Via worldmarket.com_ Combine a couple of holidays with these Day of the Dead nutcrackers. ## 23. Mouse King Nutcracker ![Mouse King Nutcracker](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/um/x9/ax6unro1_600x1529.jpg) Via [16" Mouse King Nutcracker](http://www.onekingslane.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) This whimsical guy makes the perfect addition to your nutcracker collection. ## 24. GingerBread Man ![GingerBread Man](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rt/ex/e9x5fqqz_431x700.jpg) Via [Ginger Bread Man "Sweet Guy", ...](https://goo.gl/NSNzYE) Here's another sweet treat themed nutcracker. He looks good enough to eat! ## 25. Red, White and Green ![Red, White and Green](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u5/n5/lhh4ve9c_600x675.jpg) Via [Keeping the Christmas Spirit Alive ...](https://keepingthechristmasspiritalive365.blogspot.com/2010/10/three-pop-art-nutcrackers.html) It doesn't get more holiday worthy than a set of red, white and green nutcrackers like these. Do you like nutcrackers? I think that having a collection of them would be fun. If only I had the space to store them all. 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