https://youtu.be/attachment_71755
Looking for Christmas craft ideas for kids that are easy, affordable and genuinely fun to make together? From reindeer tree decorations to snowflakes, salt dough shapes and yarn-wrapped stars, here are 15 Christmas craft ideas for kids to get you in the festive mood this year.
Most of these use things you already have around the house — cardboard, socks, corks, egg cartons — so you can dive in without a special shopping trip. Pick a few, put on some carols, and enjoy the mess.
#1. Rudolph Reindeer Tree Decoration
This Rudolph Reindeer Decoration is lots of fun for all ages, and kids are always so proud of Christmas decorations they’ve made themselves. It uses corks, so start setting a few aside in the weeks before Christmas.
#2. Angels with Wings
Kids’ Christmas crafts are always fun, so why not get out the art supplies and make these Angels with Special Wings together? This is a lovely one to repeat every year — as your child’s hands grow, so do the angel’s wings.
Recommended Reading: 20 Homemade Christmas Decorations for Kids
#3. Paper Snowflakes
Dreaming of a white Christmas? We can’t promise snow on the ground, but you might not miss it once you’ve decked your halls with easy, handmade Paper Snowflakes. They look great in windows, on presents, on walls, and on the tree.
#4. Salt Dough Decorations
Salt Dough Decorations suit children of all ages and make lovely little homemade gifts. Let the kids help mix the dough, or make it in advance and let them focus on cutting shapes and decorating.
More Festive Ideas: Christmas Section
#5. Christmas Bunting
Looking for a quick, quirky craft to do with the kids? This Christmas Tree Bunting is easy, fun, and adds instant cheer to your home this holiday season.
Recommended Reading: Kid-Friendly Christmas Recipes that are Super Easy to Make
#6. Cloves in Orange
Cloves in Orange (a Christmas pomander) makes a lovely scented gift for grandparents or aunts, and it’s easy for older children to make. They can follow a pattern or design their own — every one turns out unique. Leave finished pomanders to dry in a cool, dark place for about a week to stop them from moulding.
#7. Rudolph Hanging Decoration
We love this Rudolph Hanging Decoration because it’s made with your child’s own hand and footprints. Make one every year and watch the decorations grow alongside your child.
Recommended Reading: 8 Homemade Christmas Decorations You Can Eat
#8. Magic Reindeer Food
This Magic Reindeer Food is a lovely, simple craft for younger children that you can make any day in the run-up to Christmas. On Christmas Eve, sprinkle it outside the house to help guide the reindeer and Santa to you.
#9. Homemade Christmas Tags
Homemade Christmas Tags are quick to make and suit kids of all ages. They add a lovely personal touch to homemade gifts.
#10. Egg Carton Reindeer
How cute are these little guys? This egg carton reindeer and sleigh craft is easy to put together with just an egg carton, paint, glue, cardboard and pom-poms — googly eyes optional, or paint them on instead.
#11. Fingerprint Christmas Tree Craft
Fingerprint crafts are simple and ideal for younger kids. A fingerprint Christmas tree makes a lovely picture, or you can use the technique on homemade Christmas cards or gift tags.
#12. Reindeer Thumbprint Ornaments
Thumbprint reindeer ornaments are quick to make and always a hit with the kids. They’re sturdy enough to hang on the tree year after year, and make a sweet gift for a teacher or grandparent.
#13. Clay Pot Nativity
If you’d like to create your own nativity scene, a clay pot nativity is a simple, low-cost option — a few clay pots, some wooden balls, a bit of fabric and some paint is all you need.
#14. Yarn Wrapped Stars
For yarn-wrapped stars, all you need is cardboard, yarn or wool, glue, twine and a star template. Younger kids may need a hand getting started, but older children can usually wrap and finish their own stars.
More Festive Ideas: 20 Creative Ways to Celebrate Hanukkah for Kids
#15. Olaf Sock Snowman
Frozen’s Olaf remains a firm favourite with kids, and this sock snowman craft is an easy way to bring him to life at home. You’ll need socks (any size works), glue, sticky-backed felt, rice to fill the body, and elastic bands to hold his shape. Younger children will likely need a hand with the gluing.
Recommended Reading: Homemade Christmas Gifts
Over to you! Do you have a favourite Christmas craft in your house? Share it with us in the comments below.
Related Articles
- 20 Homemade Christmas Decorations for Kids
- 8 Homemade Christmas Decorations You Can Eat
- 20 Creative Ways to Celebrate Hanukkah for Kids
- Kid-Friendly Christmas Recipes that are Super Easy to Make
Save These Ideas for Later
Bookmark this page or pin your favourites so you’ve got a ready-made list of Christmas craft ideas for kids whenever you need a rainy afternoon activity this December.
Get More Festive Ideas Every Week
Want more craft inspiration like this delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free MyKidsTime newsletter for weekly ideas, activities and offers for family fun all year round.
