In this blog post we are exploring 7 Days of Creative Holiday Craft Ideas
The holidays are a time for family, celebration, and a little bit of creative magic and what better way to embrace the season than by crafting your way through it.
If you’re looking to keep your hands busy during the winter break or add a personal touch to your holiday décor, these 7 days of easy and fun holiday crafts will inspire your inner artist and fill your home with festive cheer.
From DIY ornaments to homemade gifts, each project is designed to bring joy, spark creativity, and create lasting memories.
Get ready to transform your holiday season into a week-long crafting adventure that will have you and your loved ones excited to share the spirit of the season in the most hands-on way.
7 Days of Creative Holiday Craft Ideas
Day 1: DIY Hand-Painted Holiday Ornaments
What it is: Create custom holiday ornaments by painting clear glass or wooden ornaments with festive designs, names, or seasonal images.
Materials Needed:
- Clear glass or wooden ornaments
- Acrylic paints (red, green, white, gold, silver)
- Paintbrushes
- Glitter or sequins (optional)
- Ribbon for hanging
- Permanent markers for personalizing
How to Make It: Start by choosing the ornament type. Glass ornaments can be painted with holiday designs like snowflakes, holly leaves, or even handprints, while wooden ornaments are perfect for children to decorate with colorful patterns or their names.
Once dry, add a ribbon to hang them on the tree. You can also personalize them with a meaningful message or year to create a keepsake that families will treasure for years to come.
Why It’s Special: These handmade ornaments will be unique to your family and will give your Christmas tree a personal touch. Plus, they make great gifts for grandparents or loved ones.
Day 2: Homemade Salt Dough Christmas Decorations
What it is: Craft ornaments or decorations using a simple salt dough mixture that you bake and then paint to look festive.
Materials Needed:
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup salt
- 1/4 cup water
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters or molds
- Ribbon for hanging
- Acrylic paints or markers
How to Make It: To make the dough, combine the flour, salt, and water to form a soft, smooth dough. Roll it out, and use cookie cutters to create festive shapes like stars, Christmas trees, or reindeer.
Before baking, use a straw to poke a hole for hanging the ornaments. Bake at 250°F (120°C) for about 1-2 hours, depending on the size of the decorations, until hard. Once cooled, paint them with bright holiday colors and designs.
Thread a ribbon through the hole, and hang them on the tree or use them as gift tags.
Why It’s Special: Salt dough ornaments are an easy and inexpensive way to create lasting holiday memories. They’re also a fun craft to do with kids, and the ornaments make wonderful keepsakes for future holidays.
Day 3: Holiday Wreath Made from Pinecones
What it is: A beautiful, nature-inspired wreath made from pinecones and other natural elements like berries, twigs, and ribbons.
Materials Needed:
- Pinecones
- A wire wreath frame or a cardboard circle
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Berries (real or artificial)
- Faux snow (optional)
- Ribbon for decoration
How to Make It: Start by gluing the pinecones around the wreath frame, layering them in a circular pattern until the frame is completely covered. Add berries, faux snow, or any other festive accents to enhance the wreath. You can also glue a pretty ribbon or bow at the top for an extra pop of color. Once it’s all glued together, you can hang your wreath on a door, wall, or mantel.
Why It’s Special: This wreath is a wonderful way to bring the beauty of nature indoors during the holidays. Plus, it’s a great way to use items found outdoors (if you have access to pinecones and other natural elements) or repurpose things you already have around the house.
Day 4: Christmas Stocking Craft
What it is: Create custom, personalized Christmas stockings to hang by the fireplace, ready to be filled with goodies.
Materials Needed:
- Felt fabric (red, green, white, and other festive colors)
- Sewing materials or fabric glue
- Glitter, beads, sequins for decoration
- Ribbon or pom-poms for embellishment
- Alphabet stickers or fabric paint for personalization
How to Make It: Start by cutting out two identical stocking shapes from felt. Sew or glue the pieces together, leaving the top open for the stocking opening. Decorate the outside of the stocking with glitter, beads, or festive designs like snowflakes or reindeer. Add a personalized touch by using alphabet stickers or fabric paint to write each person’s name on their stocking. For an extra touch, add a ribbon loop at the top for easy hanging.
Why It’s Special: Personalized stockings become part of your family’s holiday tradition and can be used for years to come. They’re also a great activity for kids to help even if they’re gluing on decorations or adding their name.
Day 5: Paper Plate Santa Claus Masks
What it is: Fun and simple Santa Claus masks made from paper plates, perfect for kids to wear during holiday parties or caroling.
Materials Needed:
- Paper plates
- Red, white, and black construction paper
- Glue and scissors
- Cotton balls
- Elastic string for the mask
How to Make It: Cut the paper plate in half, leaving the top intact as Santa’s face. Cut out a red hat and glue it to the top of the plate. Use cotton balls to create a fluffy beard and mustache. Add a black paper nose and eyes (or googly eyes) to finish the face. Once everything is glued and dried, punch two holes on either side of the mask and attach elastic string so kids can wear the mask comfortably.
Why It’s Special: This craft is a fun way to get kids involved in the holiday spirit. They can use their Santa masks for dress-up or as part of a holiday play. It’s a simple project that provides plenty of festive fun.
Day 6: Glittery Snow Globes in Jars
What it is: Create a magical snow globe using mason jars, glitter, and small holiday figurines or trees.
Materials Needed:
- Mason jars with lids
- Small holiday figurines (trees, reindeer, etc.)
- Glycerin (optional, to slow the glitter’s fall)
- Glitter or fake snow
- Hot glue gun
- Distilled water
How to Make It: Glue a small holiday figurine to the inside of the mason jar lid. Fill the jar with distilled water, add a few drops of glycerin, and sprinkle in glitter or fake snow. Seal the lid tightly and shake the jar to create the snow globe effect. For extra fun, you can decorate the outside of the jar with ribbons, glitter, or holiday stickers.
Why It’s Special: These DIY snow globes are magical little keepsakes that capture the beauty of the season. Kids will love watching the glitter swirl inside the jar, and these snow globes make perfect holiday gifts or decorations for the home.
Day 7: Holiday Greeting Cards with a Personal Touch
What it is: Make your own holiday greeting cards with personalized messages, holiday stickers, and creative designs.
Materials Needed:
- Blank greeting cards or cardstock
- Markers, crayons, or colored pencils
- Holiday-themed stickers or stamps
- Glitter, washi tape, or fabric embellishments
- Photos (optional)
How to Make It: Start by folding your cardstock into a card shape. Decorate the front with your own artwork or holiday-themed stickers and stamps. Write a heartfelt message inside, and add a personal touch, such as a family photo or a piece of fabric for texture. Use glitter, washi tape, or other embellishments to make the card extra festive.
Why It’s Special: Handmade greeting cards are a thoughtful and personal way to send holiday wishes. These cards can be customized to reflect your family’s personality, and they’ll be cherished by everyone who receives them.
In this blog post we explored 7 Days of Creative Holiday Craft Ideas
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