12 Holiday Crafts Kids Can Make
Keep kids busy over the holidays with these cute and easy crafts that they can make themselves.
The holidays are prime time for crafts that actually get used—not just made and forgotten. Whether you’re decorating the tree, wrapping gifts or looking for easy projects to keep little hands busy, these festive DIYs hit the sweet spot: simple, creative and genuinely cute. From handmade ornaments to recycled décor and giftable keepsakes, these Christmas crafts are fun for kids, doable for parents and perfect for adding a personal touch to the season.
Clay ornaments
Get creative this holiday and dress up your tree with these handmade Christmas ornaments made from clay. They make great gifts, too. Get the instructions
Felt holly pin
This beautiful craft is simple and teaches kids how to sew on a button. Life skills! Pin to a coat or sweater to feel instantly festive (it also makes a great DIY gift for teacher). Get the instructions: wildolive.com
DIY recycled votive
We’re the biggest fans of recycled crafts and with all the extra recycling that comes with this entertainment-heavy season, why not turn that plastic into holiday votives? These would also look great for New Year’s Eve–just make sure an adult does the cutting. Get the instructions: handmadecharlotte.com
Popsicle stick snowflakes
These snowflakes are all unique (like the real ones) and can be made big or small. This craft uses hot glue–which dries super-fast–but you can also use white glue. Paint and display or dole out as gifts. Get the instructions: sugarbeecrafts.com
Metallic garland
Deck the halls with something sparkly this Christmas. This DIY garland is made with bow tie pasta, and is a great gift the kids can make. Get the instructions
Rustic Christmas tree
Sometimes the simplest crafts are the cutest. This rustic-inspired Christmas tree craft is easy for little hands to make, and it it makes for a sweet personal holiday gift. Get the instructions
Clothespin people ornaments
Kids will love making this adorable craft (and you will, too). If you don’t have old-fashioned wooden clothes pins, don’t fret, you can follow our craft stick doll craft and add string to turn them into ornaments. Get the instructions: thehousethatlarsbuilt.com
Kid artwork for giftwrap
This activity is double-duty—it keeps the kids busy and you get gift wrap out of it. If you want to make it #extra, stamp the paper first and let kids colour in the shapes. Get the instructions: thecrazycraftlady.com
Christmas tree baubles
Who knew corrugated cardboard could be so festive? These DIY Christmas tree baubles are a great way to get the kids involved with holiday decorating. Get the instructions
DIY felt ball garland
Making felt balls from scratch is a great tactile activity to improve fine motor skills but you can also find these premade in craft and dollar stores. Pick up colourful beads and yarn while you’re there. Get the instructions: hellowonderful.co
Felt play Christmas tree
Maybe if you make a play tree, your toddler will leave your real tree alone. Too good to be true? Probably, but it’s still adorable and fun. Get the instructions: pepperdesignblog.com
Elf pinecones
Your little elves will love making these adorable pine cone decorations this Christmas. Give them as gifts, or place them around the house for extra holiday cheer. Get the instructions
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Mandy is the co-founder and creative director at Hemme Custom in Toronto, Ontario. Her work can also be found in MSN Canada and Chatelaine.