Get the kids in the festive spirit with a spot of arts and crafts. This will not only keep them busy over the holidays, it will give you a chance to spend some quality time with them, and making some lovely handmade gifts to giveaway to friends and family.
Check out our favourite videos from around the web for easy to follow tutorials on some creative Christmas craft ideas. You can also check out our very own Sock Snowman creation for some more crafty fun!
Colourful Christmas Trees
Beautifully bright paper Christmas trees that take less than 10 minutes to make – these neon creations are a modern twist on a traditional festive craft. Perfect for the whole family to get stuck into one afternoon.
Felt Christmas Stocking
You and the kids can create your very own Christmas stockings this year with this simple video! All you need is a couple of sheets of different coloured felt, some glue and a pair of scissors to bring these festive creations to life. You could even try personalising each one with a touch of glitter, extra felt or sequins to make them even more special.
Christmas Tree Cards
A unique twist on a classic Christmas card, these colourful Christmas tree designs are great for giving out to your kid’s friends and classmates. With a delicate piece of ribbon attached at the top, they also make lovely Christmas tree decorations, which can be passed on down the generations as a sentimental reminder of Christmas in 2015.
Christmas Paper Snowflakes
Whatever your crafting skills, these Christmas paper snowflakes are so easy to make, you and the kids will absolutely love giving them a go. Stock up on lots of different coloured paper to make a colourful display of snowflakes, which you can turn into bunting and use to decorate the house. They also make great table and tree decorations!
Felt Reindeer
A slightly more intricate Christmas craft activity, this felt reindeer are super cute when finished and make fantastic handmade gifts or Christmas tree decorations. Kids will need help cutting the reindeer shapes out and stitching them together, but they will love stuffing him and adding the finishing touches. While this video recommends personalising the reindeer with a little heart, feel free to mix it up a bit with different shapes to make yours extra special.
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