21 Dec

25 Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids

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Fa la la! ‘Tis the season for some easy Christmas crafts for kids! Ready to get creative this holiday season?

What do you think of when you think Christmas? Santa? The Christmas tree? Candy canes?

These are all things that come to my mind… and I’m positive that’s what my kids are thinking about (beyond presents!) when they think of Christmas. What’s the best way to get them excited about Christmas (as if that’s needed….)?!

Do some Christmas crafts to get them in the mood!

25 Easy Christmas crafts for kids to make

Here are 25 Christmas crafts I found that I absolutely love, including Christmas trees, Santa and his reindeer, and of course, candy canes.

Easy Christmas Tree Crafts for Kids to Make:

When the big tree is done being decorated, why not give the kids their own homemade version of a tree too?

Here are even more Christmas tree crafts for kids.

Santa & His Reindeer Crafts for Kids to Make:

Get out the milk, cookies, and carrots for these adorable Santa and his reindeer crafts!

Can’t get enough? Here are more Santa Crafts!

Easy Candy Cane Crafts for Kids to Make:

Too much junk food during the holidays? Try making these sugar-free candy cane crafts with the kids.

Plus! Homemade Ornaments for the Kids:

30 homemade ornaments for kids to make

What are your favorite and easy Christmas crafts for kids to make?

Not quite sure where to start?

These simple craft kits make is super easy to make Christmas crafts! These affiliate links are to products to help make your holiday season easier and more enjoyable.

28 Comments

Marlee says

November 12, 2018 at 5:01 pm

These activities will be get us in the mood for Christmas

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Liza Ray says

December 29, 2016 at 4:16 am

These are amazing crafts. I have tried few of Christmas Tree crafts with my little boy and he loved to do it. Thanks for sharing such a great article!

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Videos de Xone says

December 6, 2016 at 7:07 pm

De hecho no me da la impresion que este juego sea el mas importante de esta next gen a pesar de eso entretiene mucho

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Mar says

November 13, 2016 at 8:05 pm

Awesome ideas have d9ne some over the years but some new ones too.thanx fir sharing. MAR

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Elieth says

November 6, 2015 at 8:06 pm

Hey dear! I am Brazilian and I teach English for kids. I loved the ideas! Thanks!

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Elly@Christmas Ideas for Kids says

September 3, 2015 at 12:35 pm

I like the paper rendier idea, awesome idea. I will surely try it this holiday season.

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amber says

November 30, 2014 at 6:17 am

wow

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Chelsea @ Someday I'll Learn says

December 17, 2013 at 10:23 pm

Thank you so much for featuring my handprint santa! We had a ton of fun with that craft.

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- Jamie Reimer says
  
  December 18, 2013 at 8:05 am
  
  Chelsea – that’s one of my faves! Great craft! (and I’m hanging my head in shame… have yet to do a handprint craft)
  
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Janet says

November 20, 2013 at 5:42 am

Thank you for the ideas. I have a daycare and I am always looking for new ideas to make with the kids.

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- Jamie Reimer says
  
  December 14, 2013 at 2:20 pm
  
  Thanks Janet! Let me know if there’s anything in particular you’re looking for!
  
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Rachel @I Heart Crafty Things says

November 19, 2013 at 8:20 pm

Eeeek! So excited that you included my Christmas Tree Craft in your lineup. Thank you so much!! :)

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- Jamie Reimer says
  
  December 14, 2013 at 2:19 pm
  
  Your welcome Rachel!! :) Thanks for the awesome idea!
  
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Eric Coons says

November 19, 2013 at 10:10 am

The Grandparents will love getting some of these crafts in the mail. I especially like the hand print Christmas tree! Thanks for the post!

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- Jamie Reimer says
  
  November 19, 2013 at 1:48 pm
  
  Thanks Eric! I agree the grandparents will love any of these!
  
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OneMommy says

November 13, 2013 at 10:39 am

Quite a few cute ideas!

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- Jamie Reimer says
  
  November 13, 2013 at 10:01 pm
  
  Thanks :) I’m actually getting excited for the holiday season already!
  
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Emma @ P is for Preschooler says

November 6, 2013 at 6:21 am

Great round-up! I found a bunch of ideas to add to my Pinterest board. I’d like to just skip Christmas and start these fun crafts now! lol!

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- Jamie Reimer says
  
  November 6, 2013 at 7:09 am
  
  Thanks Emma! I think this has finally gotten me in the mood for Christmas! I’m looking forward to creating with the kids now!
  
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