Give the Gift of a Special Homemade Piece of Art this Festive Season.
Christmas is almost upon us so why not take this opportunity to indulge in some fun art and craft with the kids. These craft ideas will not only keep your toddler occupied for some time but will also create a keepsake for a family member or two.
We have compiled a collection of the best, easiest and fun crafts for toddlers aged one, two, three and four years that don’t cost an arm and a leg to create.
Contents
- 1 Visual Collection of Baby Momma’s Favorite Christmas Crafts
- 2 Christmas Craft for Toddlers and Kids
- 3 How to Dye Pasta for Christmas Craft
- 4 Considerations for Christmas Craft
Visual Collection of Baby Momma’s Favorite Christmas Crafts
Christmas Craft for Toddlers and Kids
Before you delve into Christmas crafting with the kids, make sure you have the materials needed. As a mom to a two year old, craft obsessed boy I always love keeping the essential materials on hand. If you have paddle pop sticks, pom pom, googly eyes, string and craft glue at home, it makes it a lot easier to then decide on which craft will be right for your child.
We have visually demonstrated some basic craft supplies below that you may like to purchase online in advance for your child/ren. All items below can be clicked on and directly purchased from Amazon.
Hanging Christmas Tree Ornament Crafts for Toddlers
Some mothers have their toddlers create a new handmade ornament for the Christmas tree each year. This allows the child to get involved in putting up the tree and displaying their latest craft piece front and center.
Below you can find a number of simple and easy Christmas ornament crafts for your children to attempt at home.
Wreath Ornament for Toddlers
A simple wreath Christmas tree ornament that can include a photo of the child. This makes for a great gift for grandparents or relatives.
Notes About the Wreath Ornament Craft:
This craft can be completed using pasta (which is outlined in the method), pom poms, buttons or puzzle pieces.
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Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Ornament for Toddlers
This is an easy craft that most toddlers can achieve with the help from a family member.
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A hot glue gun will need to be used to create this ornament. An adult will need to be present for this activity.
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Reindeer Crafts for Toddlers
Toddlers often show great interest in pictures and stories about Santa’s reindeer’s, in particular Rudolf with his shiny red nose. Below you can find a number of reindeer Christmas crafts for toddlers.
Footprint Reindeer Artwork for Toddlers
This is simple artwork that can be created by all ages. This artwork involves painting your toddlers foot with brown paint and then pressing it gently down on art paper. The child can then draw on antlers and stick googly eyes and a red pom pom nose on the ‘foot’ Rudolf.
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Pinecone Reindeer Christmas Craft
If pine cones are abundant in your area, this is a simple craft that children of all ages can attempt. Some help may be needed from mum or dad for cutting and gluing.
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Santa Crafts for Toddlers
Santa, the star of Christmas, the man in red and possibly the man your child either loves or is scared to visit. The following crafts are Santa related and are sure to be enjoyed by toddlers of all ages.
Hand Print Santa Craft for Toddlers
This craft involves painting your toddlers hand and then pressing it to create a Santa. Your toddler can then decorate their hand print Santa. This craft can be created from children even 3 months old as it really only involves the painting and pressing of the hand.
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Santa Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Follow the instructions below to create a Santa toilet paper roll ornament with your child.
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Wreath and Tree Crafts for Toddlers
Paper Plate Wreath for Toddlers
The paper plate wreath craft is most suited to children ages 3 years and up. This involves being able to scrunch and stick tissue paper around the outside of a paper plate. This wreath can then be hung inside off a door or a hook.
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Paper Shape Christmas Tree Artwork for Toddlers
A simple yet beautiful piece of art that can be handled by children aged 2 years. This art project will need the help of a parent or caregiver to cut out the required shapes. This project allows toddlers to explore new shapes and colors while creating a piece of Christmas art.
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How to Dye Pasta for Christmas Craft
Below you can find the method for dying different varieties of pasta. Dying pasta is involved in some Christmas crafts. The dying of pasta should be completed by an adult with only the assistance of the toddler/child.
Note: The pasta should not be eaten once it has been dyed. It is non-edible rainbow pasta.
What You Will Need to Dye Pasta:
- The pasta you wish to dye
- Rubbing alcohol
- Food coloring of your choosing
- 1 x large zip lock bag (for each color you do)
- Newspaper or baking paper (to lay the pasta on)
Method of Dying Pasta for Craft Purposes
- Mix the rubbing alcohol and food coloring in the zip lock bag.
- Add the pasta of your choosing to the colorful mixture.
- Zip lock the bag.
- Shake the pasta to mix the color into it properly.
- Unzip the bag and tip the pasta onto the newspaper.
- Leave the pasta to dry out.
- Your pasta is now ready to be attached to your work of art!
Considerations for Christmas Craft
If you intend on creating a masterpiece with your toddler keep in mind that they should be supervised throughout the entirety of the craft session. Scissors will need to be used in some of the craft activities listed on this page which will involve an adult to do so.
Only attempt craft activities that are suitable for the age of your toddler. Where small supplies such as ‘googly eyes’ are used, ensure you pay close attention to your toddler. Small craft supplies can be easily swallowed by toddlers.
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