Looking for easy Christmas crafts to keep little hands busy this winter? These fun Christmas crafts for kids will stir up the festive spirit! From shimmery popsicle stick snowflakes to Santa’s made from paper roll, we’ve got a whole grotto of craft ideas for all ages. Whether they’re toddlers, in nursery or in junior school, Christmas arts and crafts are all about making joy!
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1. Paper snowflakes
Papercraft snowflakes are the perfect way to craft up some Christmas magic! So easy, it’s a wonderful project for all ages. All you need is some white or silver paper, a pencil and scissors. Add some glitter for extra shimmer! Whether you’re using a template like these gorgeous designs from The Printables Fairy or precut snowflakes that your little ones can then decorate and collage, like these bejewelled makes by Fun Learning For Kids, there are so many ways to let it snow!
2. Paper stars
When it comes to Christmas crafts for kids, nothing will brighten up a winter afternoon than making DIY paper stars! Whether you’re making easy origami constellations to hang in the house or using glitter and mixed media to make simple flat stars sparkle and shine. We love these colourful 3D stars by The Artful Parent for younger tots. These stunning stained glass paper star designs by Conscious Craft are brilliant for older kids!
3. Paper plate Christmas faces snowman
Transform plain paper plates into festive faces! Great for toddlers and older kids too. This cool design from Easy Peasy and Fun uses buttons for eyes and rosy cheeks, white glitter, paint and glue. Or why not combine 3 plates to make a snowman body? We also love this reindeer design too!
4. Christmas festive headbands
Perfect for winter birthdays or festive parties, Christmas themed paper headbands can be made as a group and then worn for hours of fun! We can’t get enough of these cute reindeer hats and these adorable smiley Christmas Tree headbands.
5. Popsicle stick Christmas crafts
Save up your popsicle sticks and make these cute Christmas ornaments. Have the kids take their pick of Christmas characters, from a stick Santa to a snowman or even a Christmas tree! Why not make the whole set like this happy trio from The Best Ideas For Kids? Or these cute popsicle stick crafts by Artsy Craftsy Mom!
6. Potato print Snowman Christmas cards
There’s nothing more personal than giving friends and family DIY cards made by your little ones! Whether they’re in the mood for lots of colourful collage or trying out these adorable simple potato print snowman cards, a Christmas card making crafternoon is the perfect way to spend a winter’s day. All you need is basic cardstock, a potato, white paint and any embellishments to bring your splodge to life!
7. Paper plate angel
This Christmas paper plate angel is so cute! Great for slightly older kids, it takes under an hour to make and will look pretty placed at the top of your tree for all to see afterwards.
8. Pretty pine cone ornaments
If you’re looking for Christmas crafts you can make with your toddler, pine cone decorating is a fun adventure from start to finish! Head out into the back yard or take a winter walk through the woods to gather your pine cones. Once you’re home, scrub up your cones and your little one will love helping you decorate! We love these gold glitter cones from Lovely Indeed and these bright pom pom cones from One Little Project!
9. Yarn wrapped Christmas tree ornaments
If you’re looking for nursery Christmas crafts, this yarn wrapped Christmas tree tutorial is great for little ones and so easy to make while also using up your yarn scraps in the process!
10. Loo roll Christmas crafts
Give your toilet rolls a second chance at life by transforming them into Christmas characters. With a bit of papercraft magic you can make anything from angels to reindeer. We love these adorable penguin and snowman paper roll crafts! This Christmas arts and crafts project is perfect for young kids, just the thing when you’re looking for an easy activity on a snowy day.
11. Christmas tree slime
Why not make some festive Christmas tree slime to mark the holidays. Mix in glitter and confetti to make it extra Christmassy. This gorgeous gloopy homemade festive slime from will provide hours of fun!
12. Cute Reindeer burlap ornaments
These lovely reindeer burlap ornaments by Jenny Bevlin Dupree are so adorable and easy to make with kids! They’re especially good if you’re looking for a craft activity you can make with a group of kids without too much mess!
13. Egg carton snowman
Looking for arts and crafts for toddlers? Why not be inspired by your fave Christmas children’s books? We love this toddler-friendly egg carton snowman craft idea by Chirping Moms which was inspired by A Loud Winter’s Nap by Katy Hudson. Perfect for preschoolers!
14. Christmas paper chains
Paper chains are great for kids of all ages! Plus, they’ll love stringing them up all over your house when they’re done. These fun paper chain Christmas crafts by Dixie Crafts will have your halls decked and ready for the holiday season!
15. Paper cup Angel luminaries for kids!
These beautiful angel luminary crafts use LED tea lights, so perfectly safe for kids! As it involves a little more advanced drawing and design this is a great craft for school age kids that can be used as a gorgeous cosy night light afterwards.
16. Popsicle stick snowflakes
This colourful snowflake popsicle stick craft idea by Toddler Approved will get the little ones so excited! While you’ll need to prep your snowflakes by gluing your popsicle sticks together in advance, kids will love sprinkling glitter and sequins over the top to make these pretty ornaments!
17. Pipe cleaner trees
Fuzzy sticks that you can bend into pretty much any shape? Pipe cleaners are fantastic for kids crafts all year round! At Christmas they’re especially great for making ornaments with kids and unleashing hours of fun! These pretty Christmas trees by Artsy Craftsy Mom are fantastic for brightening up your home.
18. Handprint Christmas tree crafts
Not only is this a fun kids craft, but these make lovely little keepsakes to remember your little one’s Christmas’! Use their little handprints to make cute christmas tree cards and designs that you and the whole family can treasure forever. We love these fun festive handprint ideas from Chic Craft and The Best Idea For Kids.
19. Snowmen clothes pegs
These festive snowmen clothes pegs make lovely christmas crafts for kids, which you can use to hang up other festive makes too!
20. Paper plate giant baubles
Jazz up plain paper plates with these merry and bright, giant Christmas baubles! A brilliant easy Christmas craft for kids, you can make these joyous decorations with tissue paper like Mum in the Mad House, or use whatever papercraft supplies you have to create your own design!
21. DIY Christingle
For a bit of festive tradition, this gorgeous Christingle craft is a great way to have fun with the kids while reminding each other of togetherness and family this Christmas!
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Paper Snowflakes
Paper snowflakes are a classic Christmas craft that can be enjoyed by all ages. They are easy to make and require only white or silver paper, a pencil, and scissors. You can add some glitter for extra shimmer. There are various ways to create paper snowflakes, including using templates or precut snowflakes that can be decorated and collaged.
Paper Stars
Making DIY paper stars is another fun Christmas craft for kids. You can create easy origami constellations or use glitter and mixed media to make simple flat stars sparkle and shine. There are colorful 3D star designs suitable for younger children and stained glass paper star designs that are great for older kids.
Paper Plate Christmas Faces Snowman
Transforming plain paper plates into festive faces is a creative Christmas craft idea. This craft is suitable for toddlers and older kids. You can use buttons for eyes and rosy cheeks, white glitter, paint, and glue to create snowman faces. You can also combine three plates to make a snowman body.
Christmas Festive Headbands
Christmas-themed paper headbands are perfect for winter birthdays or festive parties. They can be made as a group activity and worn for hours of fun. You can create cute reindeer hats or smiley Christmas tree headbands.
Popsicle Stick Christmas Crafts
Popsicle sticks can be used to create a variety of Christmas ornaments. Kids can choose to make stick Santas, snowmen, or Christmas trees. There are many creative ideas available, such as making a whole set of popsicle stick characters or creating cute popsicle stick crafts.
Potato Print Snowman Christmas Cards
Making DIY Christmas cards is a personal and heartfelt activity. You can involve your little ones in creating potato print snowman cards. All you need is basic cardstock, a potato, white paint, and any embellishments to bring your snowman to life.
Paper Plate Angel
Creating a paper plate angel is a cute Christmas craft suitable for slightly older kids. It takes under an hour to make and can be placed at the top of your Christmas tree as a decoration.
Pretty Pine Cone Ornaments
Decorating pine cones is a fun Christmas craft that you can do with your toddler. You can gather pine cones from your backyard or during a winter walk. After cleaning the pine cones, you can decorate them with various materials. Gold glitter cones and bright pom pom cones are popular choices.
Yarn Wrapped Christmas Tree Ornaments
Yarn-wrapped Christmas tree ornaments are great nursery Christmas crafts. They are easy to make and can use up yarn scraps. This craft is suitable for little ones and provides a fun activity for them.
Loo Roll Christmas Crafts
Toilet rolls can be transformed into Christmas characters with a bit of papercraft magic. You can make anything from angels to reindeer using toilet rolls. This craft is perfect for young kids and can be done on a snowy day.
Christmas Tree Slime
For a festive twist, you can make Christmas tree slime. By mixing in glitter and confetti, you can create a Christmassy slime that provides hours of fun [[11]].
Cute Reindeer Burlap Ornaments
Reindeer burlap ornaments are adorable and easy to make with kids. They are especially suitable for group craft activities without too much mess [[12]].
Egg Carton Snowman
Inspired by Christmas children's books, you can create a toddler-friendly egg carton snowman craft. This craft is perfect for preschoolers and can be a fun way to engage with their favorite stories [[13]].
Christmas Paper Chains
Paper chains are a classic Christmas craft suitable for kids of all ages. They can be used to decorate your house, and kids will enjoy stringing them up. There are various paper chain Christmas craft ideas available [[14]].
Paper Cup Angel Luminaries
Paper cup angel luminaries are beautiful crafts that use LED tea lights, making them safe for kids. This craft involves more advanced drawing and design, making it suitable for school-age kids. The finished luminaries can be used as cozy night lights [[15]].
Popsicle Stick Snowflakes
Colorful snowflake popsicle stick crafts can get the little ones excited. While you may need to prepare the snowflakes by gluing the popsicle sticks together in advance, kids will enjoy sprinkling glitter and sequins over them to create pretty ornaments [[16]].
Pipe Cleaner Trees
Pipe cleaners are fantastic for kids' crafts, and they can be bent into various shapes. During Christmas, pipe cleaners are great for making ornaments. You can create pretty Christmas trees using pipe cleaners [[17]].
Handprint Christmas Tree Crafts
Handprint Christmas tree crafts are not only fun but also make lovely keepsakes. You can use your little one's handprints to create cute Christmas tree cards and designs that the whole family can treasure [[18]].
Snowmen Clothes Pegs
Festive snowmen clothes pegs are lovely Christmas crafts for kids. They can be used to hang up other festive decorations as well [[19]].
Paper Plate Giant Baubles
Plain paper plates can be transformed into giant Christmas baubles. This easy Christmas craft allows you to use tissue paper or other papercraft supplies to create your own designs [[20]].
DIY Christingle
Creating a Christingle craft is a festive tradition that can be enjoyed with kids. It's a great way to have fun while emphasizing togetherness and family during Christmas [[21]].
I hope these ideas inspire you to have a joyful and creative Christmas with your little ones! Let me know if there's anything else I can assist you with.
