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Preschool Christmas Crafts for a Memorable Holiday

Unleash your toddler’s imagination with this list of preschool Christmas crafts. Turn a paper plate into a jolly Santa or a pinecone into a Christmas tree and create some lasting holiday memories as a family!

Christmas Crafts for Preschoolers and Toddlers

The holiday season is a time of twinkling lights, cozy sweaters, and the unmistakable sound of little feet pattering around in excitement.

As a parent, there’s nothing quite like sharing the magic of Christmas with your preschoolers, and what better way to do so than diving into a world of festive kids’ crafting?

Christmas crafts for preschoolers aren’t just about creating adorable decorations; they’re about building memories that shine brighter than any ornament on the tree.

Imagine your home transforming into a mini Santa’s workshop, with pipe cleaners, glitter, and giggles in abundance.

Each craft project is an adventure, a little journey of creativity where you and your little ones can explore, create, and learn together.

We’re talking about crafts that are easy enough for tiny hands but engaging enough to light up their imaginations like a Christmas tree.

In this handpicked collection, you’ll find a variety of jolly projects tailored for the preschool set.

From handprint ornaments that capture those tiny fingers in time to homemade cards that carry more love than any store-bought greeting. Each craft is a heartwarming opportunity to bond and celebrate the season’s joy.

So, let’s roll up our sleeves (or better yet, put on those cute little aprons), clear out some crafting space, and get ready to deck the halls with boughs of holly and handcrafted cheer.

Scroll down and embark on a festive crafting journey that’s sure to sprinkle your holiday season with laughter, creativity, and a whole lot of love.

Let’s create those treasured memories, one glittery, sparkly Christmas project at a time!

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modpodgerocksblog.com

Paper Chain Advent Calendar

Children can assemble their own easy holiday paper chain countdown using this tutorial! This kids advent calendar is made from construction paper, candy-free.
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Craft Stick and Cotton Ball Santa Hats
www.hunnyimhomediy.com

Popsicle Santa Hats

This craft uses popsicle sticks with cotton balls and paper to make Santa's hat! Create as many as you like and spread them around your home.
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3
Clay pot Christmas craft

Clay Pot Christmas Trees

Learn how to make clay pot Christmas trees using simple craft store supplies! Kids will love painting and adding dot ornaments to make these for decor.
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4
Fork-Painted Wreath Craft
www.littleladoo.com

Fork-Painted Wreath

Use a fork and green paint to create a wreath. Then add colorful ornaments with your fingers or a Q-tip!
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Popsicle Stick Star Ornaments
kidscraftroom.com

Colorful Star Ornaments

If you're looking for Christmas crafts using popsicle sticks for toddlers and preschoolers, this is a great idea. Kids get to paint and add pom poms to their star ornaments. So fun!
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easy handprint ornaments
modpodgerocksblog.com

Handprint Ornament

Learn the easiest way to make a handprint ornament! Make special memories with these three cute and easy ideas: Santa, Christmas tree, and Reindeer.
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paper plate Christmas tree
creativefamilyfun.net

Paper Plate Christmas Tree

I think every list of kid's crafts has to have at least one paper plate project. I like how this one makes a 3D tree that can stand on its own.
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8
Christmas Light Chalk Stencil Art for Kids
buggyandbuddy.com

Christmas Light Art

Use chalk and a homemade Christmas light stencil to make your own holiday light art. I love how the chalk on black construction paper makes it look like the lights are shining!
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kids painted ornament tutorial
swoodsonsays.com

Kid Painted Ornaments

This is a wonderful way to allow your preschooler to get messy with paint while still creating a beautiful ornament for your tree!
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10
Christmas Sweater Collage Craft for Kids
funlearningforkids.com

Christmas Sweater Collage

This art project is sure to be a hit with a group of kids! Each kid decorates their own ugly Christmas sweater with the craft supplies you put in divided trays.
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pine cone christmas trees

Pine Cone Christmas Trees

Learn how to make the cutest pine cone Christmas trees, a fun holiday craft idea for kids! This is a great family activity and very easy. It can be simplified for younger children and older siblings can really make it their own.
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paper plate santa craft for toddlers
busybloomingjoy.com

Paper Plate Santa Mask

Everyone can pretend to be Santa Claus with this paper plate craft. Kids will love making it, and then wearing it while they pretend!
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Reindeer Paper Plate Purse for Preschoolers
www.redtedart.com

Reindeer Purse

Every preschooler likes to feel grown up. Why not have a fun holiday purse to carry around their little trinkets? This reindeer paper plate purse is adorable!
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preschool christmas crafts oversized ornaments
inthebagkidscrafts.com

Oversized Ornaments

Have your toddler make some giant ornaments for the tree this year. These are made using paper plates, tissue paper and pipe cleaners!
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Toilet Paper Roll Gingerbread Man
meaningfulmama.com

Gingerbread Man

This toilet paper roll gingerbread man craft is yet another holiday craft idea using simple, inexpensive and recycled materials. Perfect for kids of all ages including preschool and toddlers.
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DIY Christmas Picture Frame Upcycling Puzzle Pieces
modpodgerocksblog.com

Wreath Photo Frame

Learn how to make a Christmas photo frame using puzzle pieces – such a fun kids’ craft for the holidays, and it looks like a wreath when finished.
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diy cardboard christmas tree craft for kids
barleyandbirch.com

Cardboard Christmas Tree

Use up some of your paper scraps cardboard with this recycled craft for Christmas. Each tree will be bright, colorful and unique!
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Scrunched Paper Candy Cane
craftyjournal.com

Scrunched Paper Candy Cane

Toddlers love to scrunch up paper! Have a big paper scrunching session and then separate and glue them to make a candy cane decoration.
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thesoccermomblog.com

Cardboard Tube Christmas Tree

Have your kids pick out their favorite photo to top these toilet paper roll Christmas trees.
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20
DIY snowman wreath

Snowman Wreath

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.
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Salad Spinner Salt Dough Ornaments
emmaowl.com

Salad Spinner Ornaments

Use a salad spinner to create unique ornaments for your Christmas tree. Kids really enjoy this activity!
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Potato Masher Christmas Ornament Craft
happytoddlerplaytime.com

Potato Masher Ornament

Here is another kitchen utensil Christmas craft. This time you will use a potato masher and paint to make fun ornaments on paper!
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Popsicle Stick Christmas Ornaments
thesoccermomblog.com

Popsicle Stick Tree Ornament

Remember the Bedazzler? This ornament reminds me of that fun blast from the past! With glitter and rhinestones, kids are going to love making this tree.
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christmas rock painting for kids
www.livinglifeandlearning.com

Christmas Rock Painting

You might think that preschoolers are too young for rock painting. However, they can still get involved by painting rocks in solid colors and adding fun sticker embellishments!
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Tissue Paper Christmas Wreath
www.fun365.orientaltrading.com

Tissue Paper Wreath

Making a tissue paper Christmas wreath is a great Christmas craft for kids. This easy craft combines fun textures to create a holiday wreath that any parent will want to display.
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fingerprint christmas lights craft for toddlers
intheplayroom.co.uk

Fingerprint Christmas Lights

This fingerprint art is perfect for toddlers! They can draw any design for the cord and then add lights with their fingers and paint.
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Gnome Handprint Cards
www.thebestideasforkids.com

Gnome Handprint Cards

This gnome handprint card is the perfect Christmas card for kids to make. They will love tracing their hand and customizing their own gnomes.
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Symmetry Christmas Tree Painting (free printable!)
simplyfullofdelight.com

Symmetry Christmas Tree

Download this free printable and teach your toddler about symmetry. They can paint one side and then squish it in half to decorate the other side!
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sugar christmas ornament
modpodgerocksblog.com

Sugar Christmas Ornaments

Learn how to make these sugar ornaments for Christmas – using things you already have on hand! Easy, inexpensive, and kids will love them.
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christmas tree ornament
gluesticksgumdrops.com

Suncatcher Ornament

You could hang this as an ornament on the tree, or on a hook on a window. The center of the tree has a cool design that will show with the light!
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bubble wrap printed snowman craft for toddlers
montessorifromtheheart.com

Bubble-Wrap Snowman

This toddler-friendly craft is super fun! Bonus? You probably already have all of the materials handy!
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handprint christmas tree card
gluesticksgumdrops.com

Handprint Christmas Tree Card

This cute card is something the grandparents would love to get in the mail! Plus, what kid doesn't love getting paint all over their hands?
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cute reindeer popsicle stick ornaments
www.honeyandlime.co

Reindeer Ornaments

Turn craft sticks into reindeer with this ornament craft. Googly eyes and pom pom noses are very easy for toddlers to add!
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easy icicle ornaments for kids
happyhooligans.ca

Pipe Cleaner Icicle Ornaments

This easy icicle ornament is made with pipe cleaners and beads and is an easy Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make for the Christmas tree. It’s also a great activity to help kids strengthen their fine-motor skills.
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Paper Cup Christmas Trees
www.firefliesandmudpies.com

Paper Cup Christmas Tree

Are you looking for an inexpensive, mess-free, and super easy Christmas craft for kids? This fun little paper cup tree is simple enough for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners.
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toddler christmas wreath making station
toddlerapproved.com

Christmas Wreath Making Station

Cut squares of green paper and punch out holes from red paper to add to a Christmas wreath making station. Hang the final product on your child's bedroom door!
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