50 Cool Christmas Crafts for Kids—From Toddlers to Middle Schoolers
‘Tis the season for …. crafting! So if you’re a big fan of DIYing, show your little ones how fun it is with these 50 Christmas crafts for kids. From cute reindeer projects to adorable Santa decor and everything in between, there are dozens of different projects your kiddos can do this winter.
Having 50 Christmas crafts for children to work on this holiday season will be a fun way for them to help you decorate your home! And if they really get into it, they can even make some good gifts to give their friends and family members too.
Check out all of these kids' Christmas craft ideas below so you can pick out your favorites and gather up all the supplies. Then, follow the steps from these fabulous bloggers.
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50 Christmas Craft Ideas for Kids
That’s What Che Said
Kids are gonna love dipping their fingers into some paint to make a pretty string of lights like this one by That’s What Che Said. Everyone will love seeing it in your house this holiday season.
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Craftaholics Anonymous
Save your toilet paper rolls because your tiny tots will want to make a family of snowmen out of them. Visit Craftaholics Anonymous for instructions.
Little Bins For Little Hands
Children can never have too much slime, so why not give this Christmas craft a try from Little Bins For Little Hands? It involves jingle bells and lots of sparkles: the perfect holiday combo.
Babble Dabble Do
The next time you use tin cans to cook a meal, save them so your cutie can make this festive craft by Babble Dabble Do. They’ll love stacking them on top of one another!
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The Keeper of the Cheerios
Cuteness alert! With some popsicle sticks, paint and a few other supplies, your child can design some adorable holiday creations thanks to The Keeper of the Cheerios.
The House That Lars Built
It’s true: It’s possible to make paper flowers this Christmas. Have your teens follow the steps over at The House That Lars Built to see how easy it is and be prepared to have everyone who sees them swoon.
Vicky Barone
Vicky Barone has tons of festive craft ideas, including this one using old corks. Your kids will want to make all of Santa’s helpers with them.
Childcare Land
What’s more fun than counting down the days until Christmas? DIYing something to help you do it! See how your kids can make this countdown chain by Childcare Land.
Crazy Little Projects
If your child likes Rudolph, this glittery craft is calling their name! Check out Crazy Little Projects for simple directions.
Living Well Mom
This is one craft your children won’t be able to resist! The best part is, it hardly costs anything to make. Head over to Living Well Mom for the recipe!
Personal Creations
Your kids will be so happy once you tell them they’re going to make a snack for Santa’s reindeer. Find out what ingredients you’ll need at Personal Creations and then leave it out on Christmas Eve.
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The Farm Girl Gabs
Showcase a little snow in your home with this craft by The Farm Girl Gabs. It’s the perfect project for you and your little one to do together.
B-Inspired Mamau
Your kids will be singing “Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!” while they are cutting out these paper snowflake designs by B-Inspired Mama. Before you know it, your house will be a winter wonderland.
The Frugal Girls
Start a new tradition with your kids this year by having them cut out their picture with Santa and turn it into a Christmas ornament. It’ll be something they can look forward to doing each year as they get older. Get inspiration at The Frugal Girls.
I Heart Crafty Things
Complete with a red hat and tiny pom-pom nose, this Santa by I Heart Crafty Things is so cute! What kid wouldn’t want to make it this Christmas?
Handmade Charlotte
Don’t forget about your pets this holiday season! Have your kids DIY them custom Christmas stockings just like the ones from Handmade Charlotte. They are dog- and cat-approved.
Munchkin Time
This strand of lights by Munchkin Time doesn’t need to be plugged in. Kids can use their favorite colored construction paper to create holiday lights that will stand out in your house and can be hung anywhere.
1 Pure Heart
This December, have your littles follow in the lead of 1 Pure Heart so they can make this super-sweet snowman garland for your home. They’ll love coming up with different facial expressions for all the snowmen.
Arty Craft Kids
Santa will be jealous that your kids are spending so much time with his holiday helpers after he sees they created these adorable elves. Check out Arty Craft Kids for more info.
Lia Griffith
If you aren’t a fan of pine trees, you’ll adore these copper trees that your munchkins can help you craft this winter. Lia Griffith can give you the tutorial.
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The Homes I Have Made
If your kiddo is going to a Christmas party at school, they’ll want to bring this to class to store all their holiday candy in! Learn how The Homes I Have Made created it.
Sugar and Charm
You’ll be glad your children made this darling craft from Sugar and Charm. Before you know it, they’ll transform white pipe cleaners into beautiful snow coasters!
The Crafted Life
The Crafted Life wants your kids to grab some tinsel and make their very own star wreath to hang up in your house. It’ll only take a few minutes!
I Heart Arts ‘n Crafts
Your child’s heart will grow two times the size if you help them mix up a batch of this green slime inspired by one of the most famous Christmas characters around. Get the recipe at I Heart Arts ‘n Crafts.
Cathy and Kiddos
If you never thought you could repurpose your clothespins, think again! This craft by Cathy and Kiddos proves you can turn anything into something cute with a little paint and imagination.
Crafts by Courtney
Not all crafts have to be all about cold weather! This starfish Santa from Crafts by Courtney is the ultimate warm-weather DIY project this holiday season.
And Next Comes L
Need some holiday home décor? Have your kids make some stained glass Christmas light artwork that you can hang up on your windows. And Next Comes L has all the details on how.
Crafting Cheerfully
Head over to Crafting Cheerfully to find stocking printouts that your loved ones can color in! They can make one for themselves and every member of their family.
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Crafty Morning
Instead of using paper to cut out snowflakes, use doilies for an updated look, as Crafty Morning did. Then, paint them with watercolors.
Happy Hooligans
Your kids can have hours of fun after you help them make their own custom stampers! They can even design one you can use for your family’s Christmas cards. Visit Happy Hooligans for more information.
Growing Up Gabel
This craft might just become your kid’s favorite new shirt! Follow the steps at Growing Up Gabel to see how they can make one for themselves.
The Melrose Family
Guess what? Your kids can make and then eat this craft! Check out The Melrose Family for all the instructions.
Studio DIY
Kids will approve of this fun and playful decoration from Studio DIY. They’ll especially enjoy helping you blow up balloons for it.
A Little Pinch of Fun
A Little Pinch of Fun wants to help you design your dream snowman! You’ll be surprised what a few cotton balls can transform into.
Mod Podge Rocks
Keep any leftover tissue paper you have after you finish wrapping your presents so your kids can use it for this Mod Podge Rocks craft. It’s super simple to do, but will leave a lasting impression!
Paging Super Mom
Yum! Your kids will wish this donut tree were six feet tall. Discover how you and your family can make one just like the one Paging Super Mom did.
Kids Craft Room
Kids Craft Room shows you how you can let your kids bring the winter inside with these cool foil icicles! You can even hang them from your chandelier or your tree.
Non Toy Gifts
We bet your family has never seen Santa with a yarn beard before, so show them this craft by Non Toy Gifts. They’ll have fun trimming his beard during the holiday season.
The Hardwood Forest/YouTube
The Hardwood Forest has the perfect craft for tweens who are hair-obsessed! They can make a pretty felt hair clip for themselves and for their BFFs this holiday season. Check out their quick YouTube tutorial below.
Typically Simple
Rudolph will feel like he’s looking in a mirror once he sees your child’s cereal artwork of him! Visit Typically Simple to find out what you’ll need.
Hello Wonderful
If you have plants all over your house, have your kids create some recycled bottle planters for you, as Hello Wonderful did. They’ll add holiday spirit to any room you put them in.
PJs and Paint
Your little ones can go out to your backyard to find most of the supplies for this craft! Head over to PJs and Paint for more info.
Made To Be A Momma
If hot chocolate isn’t a must in your house yet, it will be after your kids make these snowman chocolate spoons for them. See all the steps on how easy this recipe is over at Made To Be A Momma.
Sugar & Cloth
While you’re cooking your Christmas dinner, have your kids whip up some festive Santa hats that they can attach to all the straws that will go in the drinks at your table. See how to do it at Sugar & Cloth.
Pillar Box Blue
If your kid is going through a dino phase, show them this craft by Pillar Box Blue. They’ll want to place it in their room this winter.
Crafts By Amanda
There’s no denying it: Gingerbread houses are a Christmas staple! Crafts By Amanda can show your kids how they can make one (without the mess) by using cardboard instead.
Project Kid
Project Kid has an adorable tree craft you and your kids can create with some of your old sweaters. Trust us, they will be the perfect centerpieces for your table this holiday season.
The Best Ideas For Kids
Dye some macaroni and get ready to create a holiday tree masterpiece. See how easy it is over at The Best Ideas For Kids.
Meaningful Mama
Meaningful Mama wants your kids to transform old toilet paper rolls into cute gingerbread boys and girls this winter. You may not be able to eat them, but they’ll sweeten up your house this holiday season.
Easy Peasy and Fun
You’ll be happy your kids won’t want to bring snow inside your house to make this snowman! Instead, they’ll need some white socks. Head over to Easy Peasy and Fun for more deets on this project
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