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Dive into the festive season with these 3 creative art experiences

As the holiday season draws near, it’s time to infuse your family gatherings with the warmth and joy of festive crafting. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to engage the children, we’ve put together a selection of delightful art experiences that promise to add a special touch to […]

1. Sparkling snowflake ornaments:

Materials:

  • Craft sticks
  • Glue
  • White paint
  • Glitter
  • Ribbon

Instructions:

  1. Arrange craft sticks in a snowflake shape and glue them together.
  2. Paint the snowflake white and sprinkle with glitter while the paint is still wet.
  3. Once dry, attach a ribbon for hanging.
  4. These sparkling snowflakes make for beautiful ornaments or festive window decorations.
2. Jolly Reindeer Handprint Cards:

Materials:

  • Coloured cardstock or paper
  • Brown paint
  • Googly eyes
  • Red pom-poms
  • Glue

Instructions:

  1. Dip your child’s hand in brown paint and make a handprint on the cardstock.
  2. Once dry, add googly eyes and a red pom-pom for the reindeer’s nose.
  3. Cut antler shapes from brown paper and attach them.
  4. Write a festive message inside, and these adorable handprint cards are ready to spread holiday cheer.
3. Festive paper plate wreaths:

Materials:

  • Paper plates
  • Coloured construction paper or cardstock
  • Glue
  • Scissors
  • Ribbon or yarn
  • Decorative items (sequins, stickers, etc.)

Instructions:

  1. Cut the center out of a paper plate, leaving the outer ring as the base for your wreath.
  2. Let the kids cut out festive shapes (holly leaves, bells, stars) from coloured paper.
  3. Glue the shapes onto the paper plate ring to create a vibrant wreath design.
  4. Add extra flair with sequins, stickers, or any other decorative items you have on hand.
  5. Attach a ribbon or yarn to the top of the wreath, creating a loop for hanging.
  6. Hang these beautiful paper plate wreaths around the house for a touch of holiday charm.