Kid-Friendly Christmas Crafts to Make at Home

Published on Aug 20, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, there’s nothing quite like the joy of creating festive decorations with your little ones. Not only does crafting together bring families closer, but it also adds a personal touch to your holiday decor. If you're looking for fun and easy Christmas craft ideas for kids, you've come to the right place! In this blog, we’ll explore some delightful projects that will keep your children entertained and spread holiday cheer throughout your home.

2. Handprint Ornaments

Materials Needed:

• Air-dry clay or salt dough
• Rolling pin
• Cookie cutters or a cup for shaping
• Paint and brushes
• Ribbon or string

Steps:

1. Roll Out Clay: Roll out the clay or dough to about ¼ inch thickness.
2. Create Handprint: Press your child’s hand into the clay to make a handprint impression.
3. Cut and Dry: Use a cookie cutter or a cup to cut around the handprint. Make a hole at the top for hanging. Allow the ornament to dry completely.
4. Decorate: Once dry, paint and decorate the handprint. Thread a ribbon or string through the hole to hang the ornament.

Tips: Personalise the ornaments with the year or your child’s name to create cherished keepsakes. This craft is a wonderful way to capture memories and make unique gifts.

3. Holiday Cards

Materials Needed:

• Blank cards or cardstock
• Markers, crayons, or coloured pencils
• Stickers, stamps, or embellishments
• Glue and glitter (optional)

Steps:

1. Prepare Cards: Fold the cardstock to create a card.
2. Design the Front: Let kids draw or colour holiday-themed designs on the front of the card.
3. Add Decorations: Add stickers, stamps, or other embellishments for extra flair.
4. Write a Message: Write a holiday message inside the card. Optionally, use glue and glitter for added sparkle.

Tips: Encourage kids to make cards for family members, friends, or teachers. This activity helps develop creativity and fine motor skills while spreading holiday cheer.

4. Christmas Tree Decorations

Materials Needed:

• Paper plates or cardboard
• Green paint or coloured paper
• Scissors
• Glue
• Sequins, beads, or buttons

Steps:

1. Shape the Trees: Cut the paper plate or cardboard into tree shapes.
2. Paint or Cover: Paint or cover with green paper to form the tree base.
3. Decorate: Use sequins, beads, or buttons to mimic ornaments. Add a star or other decorations on top.
4. Hang: Attach a loop of string or ribbon for hanging.

Tips: Create a variety of tree shapes and sizes for a fun mix of decorations. This craft is a great way to explore patterns and colours while adding festive touches to your tree.

5. Santa’s Beard Craft

Materials Needed:

• Paper plates
• Cotton balls
• Glue
• Red construction paper for the hat

Steps:

1. Create the Base: Cut a paper plate in half to create the base of Santa’s face.
2. Add the Beard: Glue cotton balls around the edge of the plate to form Santa’s beard.
3. Attach the Hat: Cut out a red hat shape from construction paper and glue it to the top of the plate.
4. Finish the Face: Add additional features like eyes and a nose using markers or paper.

Tips: Let kids personalize their Santa faces with different colours and expressions. This craft is perfect for little ones to practice their fine motor skills while having fun.

Final Tips and Encouragement

Crafting together during the holiday season is a wonderful way to bond and create lasting memories. These simple and fun projects offer an opportunity for kids to express their creativity and contribute to the holiday spirit.

We encourage you to get creative and try these crafts with your children. Share your creations with us on social media and spread the joy of festive crafting. For more holiday tips and craft ideas, subscribe to our blog and follow us on social media. Looking for extra help with your holiday plans? Consider booking us for your next party or event.

Happy crafting and happy holidays!