I have put together 9 festive paper craft ideas that will add a personal touch to your Christmas decorations and gifts this year, along with being a fun and festive activity that will get you and your guests excited about Christmas.
Happy crafting!
Christmas Advent Calendar
Time: 1 Hour
A crafty way to get excited and countdown for the holidays this year.
Materials:
- Gift wrap and tissue paper (I’ve used Victoria Eggs Festive Fun and Christmas Delights gift wrap, parcel wrap and white tissue)
- Ribbon/string
- Scissors
- Sticky tape
- 24 gifts for the family
Instructions:
- Wrap the 24 gifts (ideas for gifts could be playing cards, sweets, Christmas toys or decorations) in different wrapping papers and number each gift with the date it should be opened.
- Tie the presents with string, leaving a long piece on one side.
- Hang the gifts to a coat hoot, banister, door, or branch.
Heart Tree Decoration
Time: 10 minutes
A simple craft to add to your Christmas tree or decorate around the home.
Materials:
- Paper (could be from a magazine, wrapping paper, etc.)
- String
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Stapler
Instructions:
- First, cut the paper into 2 cm and 25 cm long strips. Put the strips of paper together, fold them in half and insert a loop of string to the crease to create the hanging loop.
- Staple the center fold and bend into a heart shape.
- If you want to make them different sizes, pull the paper through your fingers to make the heart shape smaller or bigger. When you’re happy with the shape, staple the end and cut off the excess paper.
Festive Fun Paper Chain
Time: 15 minutes
A great activity to do with family or friends while also adding a festive touch around your home.
Materials:
- Paper (I used Victoria Eggs Festive Fun Gift Wrap)
- Scissors
- Glue or sticky tape
Instructions:
- Cut the paper into equal strips depending on how large you want your chain to be. In the photo, I used 2 cm x 15 cm strips.
- Bend the first piece of paper into a circle, overlapping the ends slightly and stick together using the glue or sticky tape to make a full circle.
- Repeat folding each piece of paper but make sure to fold the circle through the last circle you made in order to create the chain.
Christmas Bunting
Time: 15 minutes
A quick and easy craft to decorate your home with while getting ready for the holidays.
Materials:
- Card (I used sheets of brown recycled card)
- Ribbon
- Scissors
- Pencil
- Hole punch
Instructions:
- Draw outlines of festive shapes (stars, trees, stockings, etc.) on the card in pencil. After outlining, cut them and punch a whole in the top of each shape.
- Use the ribbon to thread through each hole on the top of the shape.
Origami Star Decorations
Time: 10 minutes
A crafty yet beautiful decoration to add to a tree or garland.
Materials:
- Paper (I used a sheet of music)
- String
- Scissors
Instructions:
1. Cut your paper into a square and google: “how to make a 5-point origami star” and follow the instructions.
2. Pierce a hole in the top of the star and thread through string to create a hanging loop.
Homemade Gift Tags
Time: 10 minutes
A creative way to add a personal touch to your gift wrapping.
Materials:
- Card
- Paper (I used brown card and Victoria Eggs Christmas Delights gift wrap)
- String
- Glue
- Scissors
- Hole Punch
Instructions:
- Cut the brown card (or other paper) into the desired shape and size.
- Cute out shapes or items from your selected gift wrap or magazines. Stick the shapes on the card.
- Punch a hole in the top and thread through the string and tie.
Greeting Cards
Time: 10 minutes
Make your holiday cards personally crafted this year.
Materials:
- Card (white or brown)
- Paper (gift wrap, magazine, etc.)
- String
- Sticky fixers (optional)
- Scissors
- Pencil
Instructions:
- Cut the card to your desired size (Mine is 15cm x 15cm when folded) and fold your card in half.
- Draw a circle on the back of your chosen paper (use a round glass or any circle stencil if you need assistance or you don’t have a compass). Cut out the circle and affix the sticky fixers to the back to create depth, alternatively glue the card directly to the paper.
- Add string/ribbon to create a bauble and personalize with text
Christmas Card Display
Time: 5 minutes
A unique way to display your cards when your struggling for space on your windowsill.
Materials:
- Christmas Cards (I used Victoria Eggs Christmas cards)
- Ribbon
- Mini wooden pegs (you can also use paperclips)
Instructions:
1. Measure your ribbon to the desired length of your display. Cut the ribbon and tie it around a hook or attach to a door or window frame. Pin the Christmas cards you receive to it using wooden pegs.
Personalised Gift Wrapping
Time: 10 minutes
Make your family and friends joyful with a personal and creative gift wrap.
Materials:
- Paper (I’ve used Victoria Eggs Festive Fun Gift Wrap)
- String
- Pencil
- Scissors
Instructions:
- Draw a letter on the gift wrap in pencil. Use a stencil or ruler for assistance if needed. (If you choose to draw it on the back make sure the letter is reversed)
- Cut around the letter. Punch a whole in the top corner of the cut out letter. Attach it to the wrapped gift using colourful string.