From felt ornaments to paper stars — Gen Z and millennials can’t get enough of DIY decorations this holiday season

Gone are the days of late-night partying — today’s youngsters are all about staying in and crafting.

It’s no secret that Gen Z and millennials have turned crafting nights into the new going out, bonding over “junk journaling” and tiny trinket-making like it’s a competitive sport.

As a result, social media is flooded with clips of friends huddled around hot glue guns, proving nothing brings people together faster than creating cute clutter.

It seems to be not only an inexpensive hobby, but it also serves as an escape from mind-numbing social media scrolling and the stresses of everyday life.

With salt-dough keepsakes and paper stars that sparkle under your tree lights, crafty content creators are showing that a little elbow grease can go a long way — and yes, it’s way more fun than fighting for that last glittery bauble at the mall this holiday season.

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