Put those favorite Christmas peppermint treats to good use this year with these 20 easy candy cane crafts the whole family will enjoy!
Welcome to the world of candy cane crafts, where your holiday conundrum of ‘too many candy canes, too little time’ meets its match.
If you’re swimming in a sea of pepperminty poles post-holidays, fear not! You’re about to turn them into some cute Christmas crafts and decor.
You’ve probably already made candy cane fudge, you’ve stirred your coffee with them, and let’s be honest, you’re starting to dream in peppermint. It’s time for a change of pace!
But before you start using them as makeshift chopsticks or bookmarks, I’ve got a better idea. Let’s craft! That’s right, those candy canes aren’t just tasty treats; they’re the building blocks for a host of festive creations.
We’re talking more than just your average reindeer with a pipe cleaner and some googly eyes.
From whimsical ornaments that’ll make your tree the talk of the town to peppermint-infused decorations that’ll turn your home into a winter wonderland, these crafts are the perfect way to spend some quality time with your kids. Or just a great excuse to play with your food.
So, grab those leftover candy canes, rustle up some glue and glitter, and let’s get crafting. Scroll down to dive into a pepperminty paradise of crafting ideas.
It’s time to transform those festive sticks into something spectacular. Who knew candy canes could be so versatile? You’re about to find out!
Candy Cane Crafts
Put those Christmas peppermint treats to good use this year with these 20 easy candy cane crafts the whole family will enjoy!
Candy Cane Centerpiece
Make a candy cane centerpiece vase that looks great on a Christmas dining table!
Candy Cane Place Card Holders
These place card holders would look great on the table with a candy cane centerpiece like the one above. In place of the cute envelope shown here, you could put a card with a name on it, or even a fun photo of the person!
Candy Cane Christmas Tree
With 44 boxes of candy canes, green pinwheel candy ornaments, and a melted Starburst star this tree is just amazing! Ari and her sons had such a good time putting this together.
Flamingo Candy Cane
With some construction paper and googly eyes you can make these cute flamingos out of red and pink candy canes. Hang them on the tree or around the house as decorations!
Rudolph Candy Canes
I mean we couldn't forget this traditional craft with its pom pom nose. When I was young we loved making these and hanging them on the tree!
Candy Cane Mice
These cute little mice have felt bodies and red and white striped candy cane tails! Just follow along with the Martha Stewart video to make these on your onw.
Yarn & Candy Cane Ornaments
Use yarn and mini candy canes to make these fun and whimsical ornaments. They would also make cute gift for kids to make for a knitting or crochet lover.
Candy Cane Bear Ornament
This is another easy ornament idea: a bear hugging a candy cane! You could also use them as gift toppers.
Candy Cane Elf
These elves were made using a Cricut cutting machine, but you could also cut out the elf pieces by hand. I love the cute glitter pom poms on the hat and shoes!
Candy Cane Star Tree Topper
Turn candy canes, round peppermint candies and ribbon into a star worthy of topping your tree this year!
Ice Skate Ornaments
Mini candy canes are the perfect thing to use for ice skate blades! Use felt, craft foam and some sparkly decorations to make your own skates for the tree.
Felt and Candy Cane Christmas Tree
Felt trees with a candy cane trunk! Use whatever you can find around the house for the ornaments: pom poms, buttons, etc.
Candy Cane Standing Reindeer
Make a 3D reindeer using five candy canes, some felt, and a pipe cleaner. So cute!
Candy Cane Garland
Create this chain link garland using small candy canes. Just heat them for a few minutes and bend them into shape. Kids can help once you make sure the candy is cool enough.
Candy Cane Wreath
Have the kids help make this DIY wreath for your front door! It is a really easy craft and kids will be proud that their work is the first thing you see when you come to the house.
Twine Candy Cane Ornaments
You've probably seen ornaments like this in the store, but why buy when you can make your own by wrapping a candy cane with twine? They also would look great on top of gifts.
Candy Cane Candlestick
Make a pair of these for your holiday table! Super easy to make with 10 candy canes per candle.
Candy Cane Ball Ornament
Kids can have fun smashing up some candy canes to put in a clear glass ornament for the tree!
Felt Reindeer Candy Cane Cozies
Looking for an inexpensive Christmas gift? These felt reindeer candy cane cozies are super simple to make, darn cute and cost less than a buck apiece! Older kids can make these (and you can try no sew too).
Melted Candy Cane Ornaments
Use Christmas cookie cutters to make these melted candy cane ornaments. Kids will love seeing the transformation!
Make a Peppermint Cupcake Stand
This cute mini tray combines melted peppermints with a candy cane stand! You could display little figurines on the top too.
Christmas Candy Sleighs
Get step-by-step instructions on how to make a candy sleigh complete with a Santa! These are cute teacher or neighbor gifts.
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