D.I.Y. Holiday Crafts
Whether you're looking to decorate your home or create handmade gifts to keep for years to come, FamilyMade is here to bring you some creative inspiration to make your holidays festive (and full of glitter and pom poms).
The below craft ideas are simple, fun and the perfect way to spread holiday cheer with the whole family!
Holiday Pro Tip: Have a craft day with your kids to make a few of the items below and then gift them to family members, teachers and friends. They make a great gift at a low cost and everyone will love the sentiment of it being handmade from your little one 🙂
1. Handmade Gift Tags:
Create your own gift tags using cardstock, markers, stamps, or holiday card cutouts! Just cut out your tag, punch a hole at the top and use string or ribbon to tie it to a gift
Check out these gift tag ideas: https://fullgreenlife.com/diy-gift-tags/
2. Snowman Crafts:
Make snowmen out of various materials such as socks. clay pots, wooden blocks, or styrofoam. Paint or decorate the snowmen with scarves, buttons, hats and additional accessories!
We love this adorable sock snowman tutorial:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvRNzFPUQy0
3. Hot Chocolate Gift Mugs
Give the gift of hot cocoa in a cozy way! Fill a clear mug or mason jar with hot cocoa mix and top with mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and crushed peppermints. When you’re done, attach the lid and add a tag with twine or ribbon!
For a simple step-by-step tutorial, check out this blog! https://thefarmgirlgabs.com/hot-cocoa-in-a-jar/
4. Holiday Centerpieces:
Create a centerpiece for your table with a combo of pinecones, ornaments, candles, holly and whatever else you can find! Want to use the centerpiece for your coffee table? No problem! Add the decorations into a bowl or tray to keep them contained.
Need centerpiece inspiration? Check these out! https://www.trulyengaging.com/blog/easy-holiday-decorations
5. Twine-wrapped gift toppers
Wrap cookie cutters with cotton twine to add a fun touch to your gifts this year! Secure the ends in place with glue and when completed, use more twine to tie the cookie cutter to your gift!
Need a simple breakdown? Check out this link: https://cutesycrafts.com/2013/12/bakers-twine-cookie-cutter-ornaments.html
6. Homemade Ornaments:
Personalize ornaments using materials like clay, salt dough, felt or paper! You can also buy pre-made ornaments from a local craft store and decorate them with glitter, paint or fill them with your decorations of choice!
Interested in the salt dough ornaments? Here’s how to make them! https://wholefully.com/make-salt-dough-ornaments/
7. DIY Wreaths:
Instead of splurging on an expensive wreath, make your own with greenergy and wire from your local craft store and decorate it with ornaments, glitter, ribbon and bows! You can also create a wreath from soft pom poms, fabric or felt for an extra cozy touch.
Check out these unique and crafty wreaths you can make for your front door! https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/christmas-ideas/how-to/g1253/diy-christmas-wreaths/?slide=7
8. Advent Calendar:
Create your own advent calendar using mini boxes, fabric pockets, or small envelopes that you fill with small treats, candy, notes or fun activities to complete each day!
Here are some other creative ways to countdown until Christmas: https://www.housebeautiful.com/entertaining/holidays-celebrations/g22715715/diy-advent-calendar-ideas/
9. Paper Snowflakes:
This one is great for little kids! Cut out simple (or intricate) snowflake patterns from white computer paper and hang them around your home or from the ceiling with string! Add metallic paint or glitter for some extra fun!
If you’re up for the challenge, try this snowflake that’s a bit more life-like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ua_tS8Zmv8
10. Popsicle stick snowflakes
A simple craft that’s only a few dollars! Buy standard popsicle sticks, decorate them with your colors of choice and glue them together in the shape of a snowflake! Use pom poms, glitter, rhinestones or metallic paint to add some personality!
Wondering how to make the perfect snowflake? Here’s a tutorial! https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/popsicle-stick-snowflake-ornaments/
