Christmas crafting in the classroom is all about creating joy and memories with the simplest of materials. As a DIY enthusiast, I love turning everyday items into magical holiday decorations that kids will cherish.
Paper Plate Santa
Transform a simple paper plate into a jolly Santa face. I’ve found that kids love adding their own twist with cotton ball beards and red hats.
Useful items to consider:
- Craft Paper Plates: Create festive Santa faces with these sturdy paper plates, perfect for crafting fun!
- Cotton Balls for Crafts: Add fluffy beards to your Santa project with these soft, versatile craft cotton balls.
- Red Felt Sheets: Craft Santa hats with ease using these vibrant red felt sheets, ideal for holiday projects.
Handprint Wreaths
Handprint crafts are always a hit. Use them to form a holiday wreath that captures the spirit of the season and the size of little hands.
A few relevant products:
- Green Construction Paper: Craft vibrant handprint wreaths with eco-friendly green construction paper. Perfect for holiday fun!
- Children’s Washable Paint: Capture festive colors safely with non-toxic, washable paint. An essential for creative classrooms.
- Decorative Ribbons: Enhance your wreaths with elegant ribbons. Easy to handle and perfect for any festive decor.
Salt Dough Ornaments
Salt dough is a timeless favorite. Kids love making these keepsake ornaments and decorating them with paint and glitter.
Products that could assist:
- Air-Dry Clay: Get creative with air-dry clay for ornaments and crafts that last without baking.
- Acrylic Paint Set: Bring your ornaments to life with vibrant acrylic paints for endless customization.
- Glitter Craft Set: Add sparkle to your crafts with an assorted glitter set for dazzling designs.
Pom Pom Christmas Trees
Pom poms are my go-to for adding fluff and color to holiday crafts. Crafting a pom pom Christmas tree is as simple as stacking them into a tree shape, perfect for little hands to work on.
A few helpful options:
- Assorted Color Pom Poms: Add vibrant color to your crafts with assorted pom poms, ideal for festive tree projects.
- Foam Cone Bases: Use foam cones as a sturdy base for your creative pom pom Christmas tree design.
- Craft Glue: Ensure your pom poms stay secure with reliable craft glue, perfect for holiday crafting.
3D Christmas Cards
Create pop-up Christmas cards that delight and surprise. They’re a wonderful way for kids to express their holiday wishes.
Some handy options:
- 3D Pop-Up Card Making Kit: Unleash creativity with a 3D pop-up card kit, perfect for charming holiday surprises.
- Craft Paper for Christmas Cards: Choose festive craft paper to create personalized Christmas cards that impress friends and family.
- Christmas Card Embellishments Set: Enhance your cards with delightful embellishments, making each one a unique holiday treasure.
Reindeer Paper Plates
Reindeers are a hit! By cutting a paper plate in half and adding a red pom pom nose, you can create a delightful reindeer face.
Might be a good match:
- Paper Plates Pack: Get creative with these durable paper plates for your festive reindeer crafts.
- Red Pom Poms Set: Add a whimsical touch to your reindeer faces with vibrant red pom poms.
- Brown Craft Paper: Craft realistic reindeer antlers using versatile brown craft paper.
Button Christmas Trees
Buttons aren’t just for shirts! Glue them onto a green paper cut-out to form a quirky Christmas tree that kids can personalize.
Give these a look:
- Assorted Color Buttons: Add vibrant hues to your crafts with assorted buttons for a festive Christmas tree design.
- Green Craft Paper: Create the perfect background for your Christmas tree with durable and versatile green craft paper.
- Non-Toxic Craft Glue: Ensure your buttons stay in place with easy-to-use, kid-friendly non-toxic craft glue.
Snowflake Window Clings
With some glue and glitter, you can make stunning snowflake window clings. Kids adore watching their creations sparkle in the sunlight.
Try these:
- Glitter Glue Set: Create sparkling window clings with this vibrant glitter glue set. Perfect for adding shine.
- Snowflake Craft Stencils: Easily design intricate snowflakes with these reusable stencils, ideal for crafting window clings.
- Window Cling Sheets: Craft beautiful clings with these easy-to-use sheets. Kids will love their creations.
Paintbrush Santas
Upcycle old paintbrushes into quirky Santa decorations. A little red paint and cotton transforms them into jolly figures.
A few suggestions:
- Set of Assorted Paintbrushes: Upcycle with ease using these paintbrushes, perfect for transforming into festive Santas.
- Acrylic Craft Paint Set: Get creative with vibrant colors to bring your Santas to life in the classroom.
- Cotton Craft Fluffs: Add fluffy beards to your Santas using these soft cotton craft fluffs.
Egg Carton Reindeer
Get creative with egg cartons by turning them into cute reindeer. With a bit of paint and imagination, these critters come to life.
Check these products out:
- Acrylic Craft Paint Set: Bring your egg carton reindeer to life with vibrant paints. Perfect for creative classroom projects.
- Googly Eyes Craft Pack: Add character to your reindeer crafts with these fun googly eyes. Ideal for decorations.
- Craft Pom Poms Pack: Enhance your reindeer’s nose with these colorful pom poms. Great for crafting activities.
Toilet Roll Santas
Who knew toilet paper rolls could transform into Santa’s delightful pants? I always keep a stash of these rolls; with a little red paint and cotton, they make for a super fun craft.
You might give these a try:
- Red Acrylic Craft Paint: Add vibrant color to your Santa pants with this high-quality red acrylic craft paint.
- Cotton Craft Balls: Use these soft cotton balls to create Santa’s fluffy beard and other accents.
- Craft Wiggle Eyes: Bring your Santa to life with these fun and playful craft wiggle eyes.
Foam Cup Snowmen
Turn foam cups upside down and decorate them to create a family of snowmen. They’re easy to make and can be personalized with little scarves and hats.
Consider these options:
- Craft Foam Cups: Get creative with these sturdy foam cups, ideal for crafting unique snowmen decorations.
- Mini Yarn Scarves: Add warmth to your snowmen with colorful mini yarn scarves, perfect for personalizing crafts.
- DIY Snowman Accessory Kit: Complete your snowman look with this accessory kit including hats and buttons.
String Art Trees
Introduce kids to the wonders of string art with these Christmas trees. It’s a craft that looks complex but is surprisingly easy to create.
These products might help:
- Colored Embroidery Floss Set: Get vibrant floss for crafting eye-catching string art trees. Perfect for vivid Christmas creations!
- Wooden Craft Board: Use a sturdy board as a base for your string art, ensuring durability and stability.
- String Art Craft Kit: Simplify your project with a complete kit containing all necessary tools and materials.
Clothespin Snowmen
These clothespin snowmen are charmingly easy to make and bring a touch of winter to any classroom. A little paint, some buttons, and voilà – a snowy friend is born!
Explore these options:
- Wooden Clothespins: Create adorable snowmen with these sturdy wooden clothespins. Perfect for various craft projects.
- Acrylic Craft Paint Set: Unleash your creativity with vibrant acrylic paints, ideal for crafting beautiful snowmen.
- Mini Wooden Buttons: Add personality to your snowmen with these charming wooden buttons. Great for decorating crafts.
Paper Ball Reindeer
Create a festive reindeer using paper strips rolled into balls. It’s a delightfully simple craft that adds charm to any classroom.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Brown and Beige Craft Paper Strips: Get creative with high-quality paper strips for crafting charming reindeer decorations in class.
- Craft Glue for Paper Projects: Ensure strong adhesion for your paper reindeer crafts with reliable, easy-to-use crafting glue.
- Kids’ Craft Scissors: Empower young crafters with safe, easy-to-use scissors for cutting paper strips precisely.
Sock Snowmen
Who knew mismatched socks could become adorable snowmen? Fill them with rice, add a scarf, and you have a cozy winter character.
May just do the trick:
- Bulk Pack of White Socks: Create adorable sock snowmen with ease using these soft, stretchable white socks. Start crafting now!
- Dry White Rice for Crafting: Fill your sock snowmen with this high-quality crafting rice for perfect shape and sturdiness.
- Colorful Yarn for Crafts: Add vibrant scarves to your snowmen using this versatile yarn. Brighten up your holiday crafts!
Pine Cone Christmas Trees
Pine cones make perfect mini Christmas trees. Just add a little paint and some tiny decorations for a natural touch.
Some ideas to consider:
- Acrylic Paint Set: Discover vibrant colors and unleash creativity with this versatile acrylic paint set.
- Mini Christmas Ornaments: Add festive charm with mini ornaments perfect for decorating pine cone Christmas trees.
- Wooden Craft Bases: Provide a sturdy foundation for your pine cone trees with these stylish wooden bases.
Craft Stick Ornaments
With some paint and a sprinkle of glitter, craft sticks become charming ornaments. I love seeing the kids’ creativity blossom with this simple project.
Items that may come in handy:
- Craft Sticks: Spark creativity with versatile craft sticks, perfect for making personalized holiday ornaments.
- Acrylic Paint Set: Enhance your ornaments with vibrant acrylic paints, allowing endless color combinations and designs.
- Craft Glitter Pack: Add a magical touch to your crafts with a variety of glitter colors and styles.

















