Christmas Paper Crafts for Kids: 30+ Festive Ideas!

Learn how to make a dimensional reindeer that pops up! This one is so fun to create, you’ll want to make all eight of Santa’s reindeer + Rudolph the red nosed reindeer.

Learn how to make a snowman wreath in just a few easy steps! This is simple enough for kids, but adults will also enjoy this winter craft idea.

I envision this is what Santa looks like after delivering all of the presents on Christmas Eve! His curly paper beard is awesome.

This snow globe is adorable. It is an easy paper cutting craft, and Elizabeth even included a template if your drawing skills aren't the best!

Learn how to make origami ornaments using a paper folding technique! These are so easy and fun for both kids and adults.

Jolene shows you step by step how to make this cute tree card. She even includes suggestions of how to make it easier for younger children!

These Mary and Baby Jesus ornaments are really easy to make with a couple of paper accordions and little faces the kids can draw!

Children can assemble their own easy holiday paper chain countdown using this tutorial! This kids advent calendar is made from construction paper and is candy-free.

There is nothing better than a pop-up surprise when you open a card! I like how it looks like the tree shook like a dog and spread its ornaments around.

Christmas is such a great time for kids to make keepsake crafts for loved ones. Photo crafts are especially fun because you can put them up as decoration. This elf is so easy to make, and a fun way to make your own elves to display around the house.

I love the mixture of gold paper and book pages to make this awesome Christmas garland! The variety of sizes of the stars is also a nice touch.

Make these ornaments after watching the movie together as a family! Sam provides a free template for you to use.

Whether you're looking for a fun activity to do with the kids or want to add some personal touches to your holiday decor, this easy paper chain project is sure to delight.

There is so much texture to love in this Christmas tree craft: the layers of torn paper, puffy white cotton ball snow and the bright glittery star on top of the tree!

These fun templates are perfect for older kids! You can cut out stars, wrap them with twine, and use them in a variety of applications including ornaments and gift tags.

Have kids pick out their favorite photo of themselves and then turn them into reindeer with this free downloadable template!

Kids can create their own Santa going down a toilet paper roll chimney with this paper craft. You even see his bag of gifts hanging out of the top!

Create these handprint angels as a keepsake, an ornament for the tree, or a fun gift topper. The handprint wings almost look like the angel is going to hug you!

These colorful paper elf hats are really easy to make with the elf hat pattern printable. So fun for kids - but don't let the adults get out of wearing them!

This last minute decoupage project can save you from a sad looking home during the holidays. You’ll love these paper ornaments – with a free template!

Think Christmas trees are cute? They are especially cute as corner bookmarks! This is a perfect Christmas tree craft for kids.

Oh look, just five cute snowmen riding in Santa's sleigh! Create this Christmas sleigh as a handprint keepsake idea.

Learn how to make cookie cutter Christmas ornaments with dollar store finds and scrapbook paper.

‘The Grinch Who Stole Christmas’ is such a classic holiday movie. If you love this movie, then you will love creating this adorable Grinch handprint card. You can also make Cindy Lou and Max to go with it! Give these as Christmas cards this year or add as gift tags.

Add shimmer and shine to your tree this year with these unique glitter ornaments! The lights of your tree will glisten off of these beautiful paper Christmas balls. Perfect family project for the holidays!

This is another easy ornament idea: a bear hugging a candy cane! You could also use them as gift toppers.

Looking for a decoration your kids can make? This giant paper Christmas garland is perfect! It is easy to make and can instantly make a room look Christmassy!

This is three fun craft ideas in one: a Christmas gnome, a stocking ornament and a handprint craft!

I can just picture a group of kids making these gingerbread men. Cut out blank bodies and fill the table with supplies to decorate them!

Spread some poinsettias around your home without breaking the bank! The best part is that your kids can make them for you.

Who is that peeking in the window? I love this cute idea! Kids cut out shapes to make their own reindeer peeking in the window.

This is a fun way to show your kids how to weave paper. When finished, they can add colorful ornaments (using glitter, pom poms, and more) if they like.