As the year winds down, you may feel like getting creative with the kids or on making something yourself! Here are 12 Christmas craft ideas I love.
DIY TISSUE paper holiday trees
Soft tissue paper colours make for a really gorgeous Christmas display! Have fun making these trees to decorate your home. Find this craft activity here. at Tatertots and Jello.
popsicle stick christmas trees
Popsicle sticks are readily available at many cheap shops and are perfect for making these fabulous Christmas tree ornaments! Find this craft activity at One Little Project.
jingle bell snowflake ornaments
Some beads, wire and hot glue…and you have these stunning snowflake ornaments! Find this activity at Crazy Little Projects.
Kat’s tip: If you like craft but never get around to it, or don’t have the items on hand when you feel creative, plan ahead. Add the materials to your shopping list now and book an afternoon in the calendar to share with your crafty child or friend. Remember to save the link for the activity so you can find it again!
diy snowy mason jars
These snowy mason jars are just a beautiful addition to any Christmas table or anywhere you want to make festive. Find the activity at A Pumpkin and a Princess.
paper plate santa claus
Something a little simpler for little ones is made from a paper plate, paint, cotton wool and glue. Find the activity at Arty Crafty Kids.
santa candy pot
Embellish a flower pot with paint and trim to create a gorgeous gift for Christmas. Find this activity at Fun Squared.
gingerbread clay ornament
Make this clay and form your own gingerbread ornament for the tree! Find this activity at The Imagination Tree.
glitter snowflake
Add some sparkle around the house with these glitter snowflakes from First Palette.
paper straw trees
There are such beautiful paper straw designs around, which make fabulous materials for these paper straw Christmas trees! Find the activity at Simple as that Blog.
button ornaments
Make gorgeous decorations from old buttons or speciality buttons found at the craft shop. Find this activity at Crafty Morning.
reindeer thumbprint ornaments
Easy for little ones to create, these pretty ornaments are also a lovely memory to hang on the tree for years to come. Find the activity at Little Bit Funky.
australian native wreath
Here’s one for crafty parents…a beautiful native Christmas wreath! Make good use of the native flowers and foliage in your garden and impress friends and relatives with your creativity. Find these craft instructions at Whimsical Wife.