23 Adorable Baby Christmas Crafts You’ll Want to Make Together
The holiday season is a magical time filled with warmth, joy, and the spirit of creativity.
This year, why not bring your little ones into the craft room and create some delightful baby Christmas crafts that will not only make lasting memories but also add a personal touch to your decorations?
From handprint ornaments to adorable festive banners, these 23 crafts are perfect for bonding with your baby while spreading holiday cheer. Get ready to fill your home with love and laughter as you embark on these charming DIY holiday activities together!
1. Handprint Reindeer
Capture your baby’s tiny handprints as adorable reindeer decorations.
Using brown paint, press their hands onto cardstock to create the reindeer’s body, then add antlers and googly eyes for extra cuteness. This craft not only makes a charming ornament but also serves as a beautiful keepsake to cherish the memories of their little hands.
2. Christmas Tree Footprints
Transform your baby’s footprints into a whimsical Christmas tree.
Dip their feet in green paint and stamp them onto a canvas or large sheet of paper, then decorate with colorful pom-poms, sequins, and a star on top. This unique piece of art will be a fantastic addition to your holiday decor.
3. DIY Christmas Card
Create personalized Christmas cards that family and friends will adore.
Let your little one use finger paints to make festive designs, or use their handprints and footprints to form holiday shapes. Write a heartfelt message inside and send out your unique creations to spread the holiday cheer.
4. Snowman Sock Puppet
Turn an old white sock into a cheerful snowman puppet!
Fill the sock with rice, tie it off, and decorate with buttons, a scarf, and a drawn-on face. Your little one will love playing with their new snowman friend while you both enjoy a fun-filled craft session.
5. Candy Cane Playdough
Make homemade playdough in festive colors to resemble candy canes.
Mix flour, salt, water, and food coloring to create red and white dough, then twist them together to form candy cane shapes. This sensory activity is perfect for little hands and will keep them entertained during the holidays.
6. Ornament Decorating
Buy clear ornaments and let your baby fill them with festive decorations.
Using colorful glitter, faux snow, or tiny pom-poms, your little one can create a unique ornament for the tree. Hang these personalized treasures for a lovely touch to your holiday decor.
7. Pinecone Christmas Trees
Nature provides the perfect base for adorable Christmas trees!
Collect pinecones and let your baby paint them green, then add sequins or glitter for a festive touch. These charming decorations can be placed around the house or on the tree itself.
8. Paper Plate Santa
Use paper plates to create a jolly Santa Claus face!
Let your little one paint the plate red, adding cotton balls for a fluffy beard and a red pom-pom for Santa’s nose. This simple craft is not only fun but also a delightful decoration to hang up around the house.
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9. Gingerbread House Painting
Set up a gingerbread house painting station using pre-made gingerbread houses.
Let your baby decorate with colorful icing, sprinkles, and candies. This delicious craft is a tasty way to celebrate the season and create a fun family tradition.
10. Christmas Wreath Handprint Art
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath using your baby’s handprints.
Dip their hands in green paint and stamp them in a circular pattern on paper, then decorate with red berries made from finger dots. This craft captures the essence of the season in a unique, artistic way.
11. Holiday Story Stones
Craft holiday-themed story stones as an engaging storytelling activity.
Collect smooth stones and let your baby paint festive images like Santa, snowflakes, or Christmas trees. These stones can be used to create fun holiday tales together.
12. Christmas Countdown Calendar
Create a countdown calendar to build excitement for Christmas day.
Use small bags or boxes, and let your baby decorate them with stickers and drawings. Fill each one with treats or small toys, making the countdown a delightful activity.
13. Snowflake Painting
Let your baby create beautiful snowflakes using cotton swabs and blue paint.
Dab the swab into the paint and stamp it onto paper to form intricate snowflake designs. This simple craft is a fun way to embrace the winter season while enhancing their fine motor skills.
14. Holiday Garland
Craft a festive garland using paper, string, and baby’s art!
Have your little one paint or color paper shapes like stars or ornaments, and then string them together to hang as cheerful decorations throughout your home.
15. Miniature Christmas Tree
Create a mini Christmas tree using a foam cone and colorful decorations.
Allow your baby to stick pom-poms, sequins, and ribbons onto the cone, resulting in a delightful tree that can adorn any tabletop. Number 15 will truly melt your heart as you see their creativity shine!
16. Festive Baby Bibs
Transform plain baby bibs into festive masterpieces!
Using fabric paint, let your baby create holiday designs or handprints on their bibs. These personalized bibs not only serve a purpose but also add a festive flair to mealtime.
17. Holiday Suncatchers
Craft beautiful suncatchers using colorful tissue paper.
Cut shapes like stars or Christmas trees, and let your baby glue the tissue paper onto clear contact paper. Hang them in the window to brighten your home with festive colors.
18. Baby’s First Christmas Ornament
Create a special ornament to commemorate your baby’s first Christmas.
Use salt dough to mold their handprint or footprint, and then decorate it with festive colors. This keepsake will be cherished for years to come.
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19. DIY Holiday Puzzles
Turn holiday-themed images into fun puzzles!
Print out festive pictures, glue them onto cardstock, and cut them into puzzle pieces. Your baby will love putting together their own holiday puzzles while enhancing their problem-solving skills.
20. Christmas Music Shakers
Make musical shakers using empty bottles filled with festive items like bells or rice.
Let your baby shake them to the holiday tunes, creating a fun and lively atmosphere while promoting sensory exploration.
21. Festive Playroom Decor
Spruce up your baby’s playroom with homemade festive decorations.
Create paper chains, garlands, or colorful mobiles that reflect the holiday spirit. This will make their play area feel magical during the festive season.
Conclusion
This holiday season, let your little ones unleash their creativity with these adorable baby Christmas crafts.
Not only will these activities foster precious memories, but they also add a personal touch to your festive celebrations. Gather your supplies, and enjoy crafting together as you make this Christmas truly special!
