50 Fun and Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids

Christmas is a wonderful time for kids to explore creativity through fun, easy crafts. These Christmas crafts for kids are simple to make, colorful, and full of festive joy.

From paper Santas and reindeer to sparkly ornaments and recycled decorations, each activity encourages imagination, learning, and laughter. Using everyday materials like cotton, paper, and glue, little hands can make something special for the holidays.

Perfect for home or school, these crafts bring families together and fill spaces with cheerful handmade charm. Whether kids are cutting, gluing, or painting, these crafts turn simple moments into lasting memories.

So gather your supplies and get ready for 50 Christmas crafts that bring magic, fun, and creativity to your festive season.

1. Paper Plate Santa

Supplies: Paper plate, red paper, cotton balls, black marker, glue, scissors, pink pom-pom.

Instructions:

• Cut a red triangle for Santa’s hat and glue it to the top of the paper plate.
• Add cotton balls to form the hat brim and beard.
• Glue the pom-pom nose in the center.
• Draw eyes and a smile with the marker.
• Let kids decorate freely — the messier the beard, the cuter Santa looks!

2. Handprint Reindeer

Supplies: Brown paint, white paper, googly eyes, red pom-pom, glue, black marker.

Instructions:

• Paint the child’s hand with brown paint and press it onto paper.
• Let it dry completely.
• Glue googly eyes near the thumb and a red pom-pom at the bottom for the nose.
• Draw a smile and antlers with the marker.
• Write the child’s name below for a sweet keepsake.

3. Popsicle Stick Christmas Trees

Supplies: Green popsicle sticks, brown stick pieces, star stickers, mini pom-poms, glue.

Instructions:

• Arrange three green sticks into a triangle and glue the corners.
• Attach a small brown stick at the base for the trunk.
• Decorate the triangle with pom-poms as ornaments and place a star sticker on top.
• Let dry completely.
• These can be hung as ornaments or used as cute tabletop decorations.

4. Toilet Paper Roll Angels

Supplies: Toilet paper rolls, white paint, cotton balls, gold pipe cleaners, markers, glue.

Instructions:

• Paint the toilet roll white and let it dry.
• Stretch cotton balls and glue them on top for hair.
• Shape a gold pipe cleaner into a halo and attach it.
• Draw eyes and a smile.
• Add paper or doily wings to the back.
• Display your angel proudly on shelves or the tree.

5. Paper Chain Garland

Supplies: Red and green construction paper, glue, scissors.

Instructions:

• Cut the paper into strips about 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
• Loop one strip to make a circle and glue the ends together.
• Thread the next strip through and glue again.
• Continue alternating colors.
• Hang the finished chain along walls or the Christmas tree.

6. Pine Cone Ornaments

Supplies: Pine cones, acrylic paint, paintbrush, glitter, glue, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Paint pine cones in festive colors and sprinkle glitter while the paint is wet.
• Allow them to dry fully.
• Tie ribbon around the top to form a loop for hanging.
• These ornaments add rustic charm to trees or garlands.
• Optional: add small pom-poms for extra sparkle.

7. Paper Bag Gingerbread Houses

Supplies: Brown paper bags, colored paper, glue, scissors, crayons, cotton balls.

Instructions:

• Stuff the paper bag lightly with newspaper and fold the top to make a roof shape.
• Cut out windows, doors, and candy shapes from colored paper.
• Glue them on the bag.
• Add cotton or glitter along the “roof” edges for snowy trim.
• These look adorable displayed on windowsills or mantels.

8. Candy Cane Mice

Supplies: Candy canes, gray felt, pink felt, googly eyes, glue, black marker.

Instructions:

• Cut an oval shape from gray felt for the body and small pink circles for ears.
• Glue the ears near the top and add googly eyes.
• Draw whiskers and a tiny nose.
• Slide the candy cane through the back so the curve becomes the tail.
• A sweet mix of craft and treat for kids!

9. Thumbprint Christmas Lights

Supplies: Black paper, colorful paint or ink pads, black marker.

Instructions:

• Draw a wavy black line across the paper for the wire.
• Dip thumbs in paint and stamp them along the line as “light bulbs.”
• Use the marker to add small black bases under each thumbprint.
• Let dry completely.
• These bright, fun lights make perfect handmade cards or wall art.

10. Clothespin Reindeer

Supplies: Wooden clothespins, brown paint, googly eyes, red pom-poms, twigs, glue.

Instructions:

• Paint clothespins brown and let dry.
• Glue googly eyes and a red pom-pom on one side.
• Break small twigs for antlers and glue them to the top.
• Let dry fully before using.
• These reindeer can clip to cards, garlands, or Christmas tree branches.

11. Felt Stockings

Supplies: Red and white felt, scissors, glue, ribbons, buttons, sequins.

Instructions:

• Cut two identical stocking shapes from red felt and a white cuff for the top.
• Glue or sew the sides, leaving the top open.
• Attach the white cuff and decorate with ribbons, sequins, or buttons.
• Add a loop for hanging.
• Perfect for candies or little gifts.

12. Cotton Ball Sheep Ornaments

Supplies: Black paper, white cotton balls, googly eyes, glue, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Cut out a sheep shape from black paper.
• Glue cotton balls all over the body, leaving the head and legs uncovered.
• Attach googly eyes and a smiling face.
• Add a ribbon at the top for hanging.
• These fluffy ornaments look cute on Christmas trees or kids’ room walls.

13. Egg Carton Christmas Trees

Supplies: Egg carton cups, green paint, sequins, yellow paper, glue, scissors.

Instructions:

• Cut three cups from the carton and trim them into decreasing sizes.
• Paint each green and let them dry.
• Stack and glue from largest to smallest.
• Add sequins as ornaments and a yellow paper star on top.
• Optional: brush white paint for a snowy look.

14. Paper Snowflakes

Supplies: White paper, scissors, glitter glue (optional).

Instructions:

• Fold square paper diagonally several times.
• Cut out small shapes along the folds carefully.
• Unfold to reveal a unique snowflake pattern.
• Add glitter glue for sparkle if desired.
• Hang them on windows or walls for a snowy, festive effect.

15. Popsicle Stick Snowflakes

Supplies: Popsicle sticks, paint, glue, string, sequins, glitter.

Instructions:

• Glue four sticks in a crisscross pattern to form a snowflake.
• Paint them white or blue and let dry.
• Add sequins, glitter, or small gems for decoration.
• Tie a string to hang.
• These look beautiful as ornaments or window décor.

16. Salt Dough Ornaments

Supplies: Flour, salt, water, cookie cutters, paint, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Mix 4 cups flour, 1 cup salt, and 1½ cups water into dough.
• Roll out and cut shapes using cookie cutters.
• Bake at low heat until hard, then cool.
• Paint and decorate with glitter or names.
• Thread ribbons for hanging and let dry overnight.

17. Jingle Bell Bracelets

Supplies: Pipe cleaners, small jingle bells, ribbons.

Instructions:

• Thread jingle bells onto a pipe cleaner, spacing them evenly.
• Twist the ends together to make a bracelet shape.
• Add small ribbon bows between bells for decoration.
• Adjust size to fit a child’s wrist.
• The jingling sound adds cheerful holiday fun wherever they go!

18. Reindeer Handprint Ornaments

Supplies: Brown paper, googly eyes, red pom-poms, glue, black marker, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Trace the child’s hand on brown paper and cut it out carefully.
• Glue on googly eyes near the thumb and a red pom-pom at the base for the nose.
• Draw a smile and antlers using the marker.
• Punch a hole at the top and tie a ribbon for hanging.
• A sweet keepsake ornament parents will cherish.

19. Button Christmas Cards

Supplies: Colored cardstock, assorted buttons, ribbon, glue, markers.

Instructions:

• Fold cardstock in half to make a card.
• Arrange buttons in the shape of a tree, wreath, or star.
• Glue them in place and tie a small ribbon bow for decoration.
• Write a short message inside using markers.
• Fun, simple, and full of personal charm!

20. Pipe Cleaner Candy Canes

Supplies: Red and white pipe cleaners, scissors (optional).

Instructions:

• Take one red and one white pipe cleaner and twist them together tightly.
• Bend the top into a hook shape to look like a candy cane.
• Cut to preferred length if needed.
• Hang on the tree or attach to gifts for decoration.
• No glue or drying time required — a mess-free kids’ favorite!

21. Paper Plate Wreaths

Supplies: Paper plate, green paint, pom-poms, ribbon, glue, scissors.

Instructions:

• Cut out the center of the paper plate to make a ring.
• Paint the ring green and let it dry completely.
• Decorate with pom-poms, buttons, or stickers.
• Tie a red ribbon bow at the bottom and add a loop for hanging.
• Perfect for kids to make their own door wreaths.

22. Paper Cup Snowmen

Supplies: White paper cups, colored paper, markers, glue, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Turn one cup upside down for the body and another for the head.
• Glue them together securely.
• Draw eyes, nose, and smile with markers.
• Cut a small scarf from ribbon and tie it around the “neck.”
• Add a paper hat on top for extra charm.

23. Recycled Jar Candle Holders

Supplies: Small glass jars, paint, glitter, ribbon, stickers, tea lights.

Instructions:

• Clean jars and dry completely.
• Paint festive designs or coat lightly with glue and glitter.
• Once dry, wrap ribbon around the rim and tie a bow.
• Place a tea light inside.
• These candle holders glow beautifully and make lovely handmade gifts.

24. Pinecone Reindeer

Supplies: Pinecones, brown paint, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, red pom-poms, glue.

Instructions:

• Paint pinecones brown and let dry.
• Attach googly eyes and a red pom-pom to the front.
• Twist brown pipe cleaners into antler shapes and glue them on top.
• Add a ribbon loop for hanging.
• A rustic, adorable reindeer craft straight from nature.

25. Santa Hat Bookmarks

Supplies: Red paper, cotton balls, glue, scissors, markers.

Instructions:

• Cut a triangle from red paper to form a hat.
• Glue cotton along the base and one ball at the tip.
• Draw a simple face or write a Christmas message on the front.
• Use as bookmarks or mini gift tags.
• A quick and cute craft for little readers.

26. Paper Roll Christmas Trees

Supplies: Toilet paper rolls, green paint, glitter, sequins, yellow paper, glue.

Instructions:

• Paint the roll green and let dry.
• Decorate with sequins, glitter, or stickers.
• Cut a yellow star from paper and glue it on top.
• Optional: add a base or snow using cotton.
• A simple recycled tree kids can proudly display anywhere.

27. Bead Ornaments

Supplies: Colorful beads, pipe cleaners, ribbon, glue.

Instructions:

• Thread beads onto pipe cleaners in any pattern or color combo.
• Shape them into candy canes, stars, or hearts.
• Twist ends to secure and add a ribbon loop for hanging.
• These bright, shiny ornaments sparkle beautifully under Christmas lights.
• Great for fine motor skills and creativity!

28. Popcorn Garland

Supplies: Plain popcorn, cranberries, plastic yarn needle, string.

Instructions:

• Thread popcorn and cranberries alternately onto the string.
• Use a blunt plastic needle for safety.
• Continue until you reach the desired length.
• Hang on the Christmas tree or mantel.
• A traditional craft that smells amazing and looks festive.

29. Handprint Wreath

Supplies: Green paper, red bow, glue, scissors.

Instructions:

• Trace and cut multiple handprints from green paper.
• Arrange and glue them in a circle to form a wreath.
• Add a red paper bow or ribbon at the bottom.
• Hang it on a door or wall.
• A personal and adorable keepsake that captures tiny hands forever.

30. Cardboard Gingerbread People

Supplies: Cardboard, markers, ribbon, buttons, glue, scissors.

Instructions:

• Cut gingerbread person shapes from cardboard.
• Draw smiling faces and decorate with buttons or stickers.
• Use markers to add icing-style patterns.
• Punch a hole at the top and thread ribbon for hanging.
• Great for storytelling or tree décor.

31. Fabric Scrap Trees

Supplies: Fabric strips, sticks or cinnamon sticks, scissors, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Tie fabric strips around the stick, layering shorter ones at the top.
• Trim ends to form a tree shape.
• Add a bow or paper star on top.
• No glue needed — it’s simple and fragrant if you use cinnamon sticks.
• A lovely rustic decoration for home or classroom.

32. Snow Globe Jars

Supplies: Small jars, glitter, water, mini figurines, glue.

Instructions:

• Glue the figurine to the inside of the jar lid and let dry.
• Fill the jar almost to the top with water and add glitter.
• Securely screw on the lid tightly.
• Shake to see “snow” swirl around.
• A magical, mess-free craft kids love watching again and again.

33. Pom-Pom Ornaments

Supplies: Colorful pom-poms, clear plastic ornaments, glue, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Fill clear ornaments with bright pom-poms or glue them on paper cutouts.
• Seal or let dry.
• Add a ribbon loop for hanging.
• These ornaments are soft, safe, and bursting with cheerful colors.
• A perfect toddler-friendly craft with zero mess.

34. Reindeer Clothespins

Supplies: Clothespins, brown paint, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, red pom-poms, glue.

Instructions:

• Paint the clothespins brown and let dry.
• Glue on googly eyes and a red pom-pom nose.
• Twist pipe cleaners into small antlers and attach them.
• Clip them onto cards, gifts, or garlands.
• Cute, functional, and full of Christmas spirit.

35. Snowman Christmas Cards

Supplies: Cardstock, cotton balls, markers, glue, ribbon, buttons.

Instructions:

• Fold cardstock in half to create a card.
• Glue cotton balls in a stack to form a snowman.
• Add buttons down the center and draw eyes, nose, and a smile.
• Tie a small ribbon as a scarf.
• Write a cheerful holiday message inside.
• A simple, cute card that warms hearts.

36. Paper Snow Globes

Supplies: Blue paper, clear plastic sheet, fake snow, glue, scissors, stickers.

Instructions:

• Cut a circle from blue paper and draw a snowy scene.
• Glue a clear plastic circle over the top, leaving one small gap.
• Fill lightly with fake snow or glitter, then seal.
• Decorate the base with stickers or names.
• A fun, flat version of a snow globe perfect for kids’ crafts.

37. Candy Cane Reindeer

Supplies: Candy canes, googly eyes, brown pipe cleaners, red pom-poms, glue.

Instructions:

• Twist brown pipe cleaners around the curved part of the candy cane for antlers.
• Glue googly eyes and a red pom-pom near the top for the face.
• Let dry completely.
• Perfect as both craft and treat — kids adore making these little reindeer snacks!

38. Paper Strip Christmas Trees

Supplies: Green paper strips, yellow paper, glue, scissors, star sticker.

Instructions:

• Cut green paper into strips of different lengths.
• Glue them on a base from longest to shortest, forming a tree shape.
• Add a yellow star at the top.
• Decorate with small drawings or glitter.
• A quick and colorful paper craft for classrooms or home.

39. Rudolph Cupcakes

Supplies: Chocolate cupcakes, pretzels, candy eyes, red candies.

Instructions:

• Frost cupcakes with chocolate icing.
• Add pretzels on top as antlers.
• Place candy eyes and a red candy nose in the center.
• Let kids decorate their own Rudolph faces.
• A yummy craft that combines creativity with a festive treat.

40. Christmas Trail Mix Jars

Supplies: Small jars, cereal, marshmallows, pretzels, chocolate chips, ribbons.
Instructions:
Fill each jar with layers of trail mix ingredients.
Screw lids tightly and decorate with festive ribbon.
Add a handmade gift tag.
Simple, edible, and perfect as teacher or friend gifts.
Kids love making and sharing these holiday jars.

41. Homemade Gingerbread Playdough

Supplies: Flour, salt, cream of tartar, cinnamon, water, oil, food coloring.

Instructions:

• Mix dry ingredients in a pan, then add water and oil.
• Stir over low heat until dough forms.
• Add cinnamon for scent and color if desired.
• Let it cool before playtime.
• Smells amazing and keeps kids busy shaping mini gingerbread figures.

42. Christmas Countdown Calendar

Supplies: Printed Santa face, cotton balls, glue, crayons.

Instructions:

• Print or draw Santa’s face with 25 numbered spaces on the beard.
• Each day, glue a cotton ball onto one number.
• Continue until the beard is full by Christmas Eve.
• Kids love watching Santa’s beard grow daily.
• A cheerful way to count down to the big day!

43. Modeling Clay Christmas Trees

Supplies: Green clay, straws, beads, buttons, ribbon.

Instructions:

• Roll clay into cone shapes for mini trees.
• Decorate with beads, buttons, or sequins.
• Stick a small straw inside for stability.
• Add a star or ribbon at the top.
• A hands-on, mess-free craft that doubles as table décor.

44. Salt Crystal Snowflakes

Supplies: Salt, hot water, chenille stems, jars, string, pencils.

Instructions:

• Twist pipe cleaners into snowflake shapes.
• Tie them to pencils and hang inside jars without touching sides.
• Pour hot salt water over and let sit overnight.
• Crystals will form beautifully.
• Teaches science and art in one sparkling project!

45. Wooden Tile Ornaments

Supplies: Old Scrabble tiles, glue, cardstock, ribbon, marker.

Instructions:

• Arrange tiles to spell festive words like “Joy” or “Noel.”
• Glue them to cardstock strips and let dry.
• Add ribbon on top for hanging.
• A smart recycling craft and a meaningful decoration idea for kids.

46. Cardboard Christmas Ornaments

Supplies: Cardboard, paint, glitter, string, glue, scissors.

Instructions:

• Cut out stars, bells, or tree shapes from cardboard.
• Paint and decorate with glitter or markers.
• Punch a hole and tie a string loop.
• Lightweight, durable, and totally customizable.
• Great for big groups or school crafts.

47. Personalized Wrapping Paper

Supplies: Brown paper, paint, stamps, sponges, ribbons.

Instructions:

• Spread out paper on a table.
• Dip stamps or sponges in paint and press patterns all over.
• Let dry completely.
• Use it to wrap Christmas gifts with added ribbon bows.
• Turns wrapping into a fun, creative art session for kids.

48. Christmas Mobiles

Supplies: Sticks, string, paper cutouts, pinecones, glue.

Instructions:

• Tie two sticks in a cross shape.
• Attach paper stars, trees, or pinecones using string.
• Decorate everything with glitter or paint.
• Hang from the ceiling or window for movement.
• A simple craft that adds festive charm to any room.

49. Toilet Roll Christmas Characters

Supplies: Toilet rolls, colored paper, paint, markers, googly eyes.

Instructions:

• Paint rolls to make Santa, elves, or snowmen.
• Add faces and clothing details with markers or paper.
• Glue googly eyes and cotton beards.
• These adorable figures are great for storytelling or table displays.

50. Christmas Coloring Pages

Supplies: Coloring sheets, crayons, markers, glitter pens.

Instructions:

• Print or draw Christmas-themed pages like trees, penguins, or nativity scenes.
• Let kids color using crayons or glitter pens.
• Display their artwork on walls or make a festive gallery.
• Perfect quiet-time activity for busy holiday evenings.

Conclusion

These 50 Christmas crafts for kids turn simple materials into lasting memories. From painted ornaments to reindeer treats, each project brings fun, learning, and laughter. They’re easy to make at home or school, encouraging kids to express creativity while celebrating the festive spirit. Gather your supplies, play cheerful music, and enjoy crafting a magical Christmas together!