I'm a sucker for an embroidered/beaded decoration. I think they add so much personality, colour, and texture to a tree without looking cheap or tacky. I love the intricate designs and how the little beads and the shiny thread reflect the light beautifully.
Many of these decorations are made using Zardozi, a centuries-old sewing technique that originated in Persia (now modern-day Iran) and made its way to India in the 16th century. Zardozi comes from the Persian words zar or zarin which means 'gold', and dozi which means 'sewing'. It is characterised by metallic threads, pearls, beading, sequins, and precious stones.
I've included a variety of decorations ranging from £5 to £80, so you can get the look for as little or as much as you like.
Crafted exclusively for Fortnum & Mason.
This decoration uses a base fabric of white and mint green satin. This is then worked on top of using contemporary goldwork techniques in mint green and silver bullion with micro-bead detailing.
Handmade from dupion silk, foam, glass beads, and zari cord.
Handmade in India by skilled craftspeople and produced using Fair Trade practices. The sale of Highgrove products supports the charitable work of the King’s Foundation.
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This Gingerbread Man was made from homemade natural dye from cherry tree leaves just by the front door of Katie Larmour's house and studio in Belfast. These luxury artisan ornaments are created from a source of recycled, sustainable Irish Linen. This includes vintage, local mill deadstock rolls from one of the last remaining linen mills still active in Ireland today, repurposed antique tablecloths, and off cuts cushion making.
Each anchor is carefully handmade and Fair Trade, being specially made for the RNLI by St. Nicolas. They have been supporting the same family-run business in northern India for over 20 years and are a proud member of the British Association of Fair Trade Suppliers.
Musical Wreath Embroidered Christmas Ornament from The Chord, £23.00.
All of The Chord's embroidered designs are made for them by a longstanding manufacturer who is a member of the British Association of Fair Trade Suppliers.
All of The Chord's embroidered designs are made for them by a longstanding manufacturer who is a member of the British Association of Fair Trade Suppliers.
Liberty Christmas decorations are created by a network of 35 home-based master craftspeople from Noida in Northern India. They practise the ancient artform of Zardozi.
Exclusively crafted for Daylesford in India, this decoration showcases traditional artisanal embroidery on sumptuous cotton velvet. Adorned with gleaming bullion thread, shimmering sequins, and intricate Zardozi stitchwork.
This ornament features embroidered illustrations, gold thread detailing, twisted piping, and a loop for hanging.
Made in India from felt, foam, glass beads, and jute cord.
Made by St. Nicolas, these decorations are hand stitched by embroiders through charity schemes in Thailand and India.
Designed in London and handmade in India by a talented team of master embroiderers.
Crafted with red and white fabric, golden edging, beading, and detailed embroidery.
This decoration is entirely hand cut and sewn using high quality felt. Includes hand embroidered details with sequins with a thick stuffing to give it sturdiness and durability.
This decoration features the luxurious embroidery technique of goldwork in gold, red and blue bullion.
Made by St. Nicolas, these decorations are hand stitched by embroiders through charity schemes in Thailand and India.
Information: Mehar, Times of India. Products updated on 18/10/25.
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