From easy crafts for kids to ornate DIYs for adults, our collection of artsy inspiration will help you fill your home with holiday decor while filling a few happy hours with glitter and kraft paper. Between picking out Christmas gifts and baking Christmas cookies, a little crafting and creativity can help your holiday season feel even more merry and bright. What You’ll Need:
RibbonScissorsRetro bell-shaped ornaments (or any old ornaments)
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Craft knifePaper towel rollGreen paintPaintbrushGlueRed pom poms (sparkly pom-poms optional)String or twineScissors
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
PineconeGold spray paintScissorsCardstock
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Clear glass hurricanesMulti-colored tissue paperScissorsDouble-sided tape or glueColored masking tapeCardstockLED tea light
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Twine, string, masonry twine, and other household cordsCardboard cut into 3 ½-inch stripsScissors
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Baker’s twineSewing needlePopped popcornCranberries
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Assorted ball ornamentsMulti-colored ribbon (we suggest silver and gold)ScissorsWide ribbon (optional)
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Wooden spoonPaintPaintbrushWhite yarn or stringScissorsHot glue and hot glue gun
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
PineconesRibbon, string, or yarnHot glue gun and glue
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What you’ll need:
Oranges or clementinesClovesWhite glass head pins
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
25 small glassine bagsPatterned papersFoam board (at least ½-inch thick)Map tacksSpray adhesivePermanent markerScissors
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
12 or 24 plain white boxesWrapping paper or kraft paperNumbered stickersTreats for each box
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Old tinsel garlandClear glass ornamentsScissorsRibbon
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Disposable bamboo plates (or balsa wood)ScissorsCraft aluminumRed pinecones (homemade or store-bought)Hot glue gun and glue
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Colorful plastic strawsSmall zip tiesScissorsPin or needleString
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Bumpy pipe cleanersHot glue gun and glueBeads, marbles, or jingle bellsPom pomsRibbonScissors
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Clear plastic ornamentsRibbon, strips of wrapping paper, pom poms, and more colorful items for filling
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Styrofoam ballsYarnScissorsGlue
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Wine corksWhite paintToothpicksScissorsNeedleBlack markerGlueRed pom pomsPipe cleaners (brown or glittery ones are best)Small bellRibbonScrew eyeString
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
16 glass ball ornaments or hanging trinketsEye-hook hardware or plant hookRibbonBlu-Tack (or another reusable adhesive)
Directions: What You’ll Need:
8 clothespinsGluePaintPaint brushScrew eyesSilver string
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Honeycomb balls in two sizesWhite craft glue or hot glue gun and glueBlack cardstockRed cardstockScissors
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Patterned paperGlueHole punchRibbonPom poms
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Plain pillar candlesThink grosgrain ribbonGlueGold push pinsScissors
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Trifle bowlMossFake snowPineconesArtificial berriesChristmas tree branches (these can be artificial or real)
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Plastic greeneryClear glass jars or vases
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Festive treat bagsScissorsWhite paperGlue or tapeCrayons, stamps, and stickers
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Solid-colored picture mats (available at craft stores)Stickers, markers, washi tape, and other decorative items
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Colorful spongesScissorsPermanent markersNeedleString
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Construction paperScissorsTwineMarkers
Directions: What You’ll Need:
PineconesSpray paintHot glue gun and glueLacquered boxes
Directions: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Paint chips or cardsScissorsHole punchTwine or string
Directions: What You’ll Need:
An assortment of holiday cards from years pastCopy machineColorful fabric or paperDouble-sided tape
Directions: What You’ll Need:
GumdropsToothpicksCoconutPaperScissorsMarkersGlue or tapeSmall dish or paper plate
Directions: What You’ll Need:
PineconesFillable clear plastic ballsRibbonAdhesive glitter lettersHot glue gun and glueBaker’s twineScissorsMini pinecones
Directions: To make pinecone globes: To make monogrammed pinecones: To make pinecone ribbon: Craft developed by Blake Ramsey. What You’ll Need:
Styrofoam balls (in two sizes)Pipe cleanersBlack construction paperHole punchWire cutterGlueToothpickGlittery green paperScissorsToothpickGlueConfetti (if desired)
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Jars of different sizes and shapes (from jams or sauces)Twine, string, or patterned ribbonsAssorted greeneryTea light candles
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Green cardstockScissorsDot stickersGlueTinsel pom poms
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Gold floral wireWire cuttersPencilPineconesPushpinCraft glueColored feathersScissors
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Styrofoam coneGreen cupcake linersYellow cupcake linerSkewerMagna Tac gluePencil
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
White balloonsPaperGlueScissorsBlack marker
Directions: What You’ll Need:
CardstockWashi tapeEmbroidery flossAwl, hole punch, or thumb tackScissorsBranchVase
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Paper Scissors Pencils String Tape Ornament template
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Pom-poms (1 or 1 ½-inch)Embroidery flossSewing needle
Directions: Craft developed by Morgan Levine. What You’ll Need:
Holly leaf–shaped cookie cuttersGreen cardstockPencilScissorsHole punchString or twine
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Construction paperStickersScissorsEnvelopesPencil
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Thick satin ribbonScissorsTraditional present bows with sticky backs
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Coffee stirrers of different colorsGlueScissorsString
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Plastic ornament ballsColorful washi tape
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Paper or cardstockScissorsCrayons, ribbon, and other decorative tools
Directions: What You’ll Need:
Gingerbread house template Crayons, colored pencils, and more colorful drawing tools
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