The Grinch, with all his crazy antics, is completely captivating for most toddlers. So if your little one would get a real kick out of doing a Grinch Christmas craft, head over to the Simply Today Life blog for this simple but cute option. A paper plate and construction paper make the infamous face of the green crafty character.
18 Easy Christmas Crafts for Toddlers
Add a hefty dose of cheer this holiday season with these simple but super-cute Christmas craft ideas for toddlers.
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Updated December 14, 2020
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Think your toddler’s too little to get in on the Christmas crafting? Think again! Toddlers love a good craft project, and for the most part they’re willing helpers. And of course, they love Christmas too! Need some inspiration? We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Christmas crafts for toddlers here, along with links to step-by-step instructions to eliminate the guesswork. Whether you’re simply looking to have fun together or hoping to come away with some DIY Christmas gifts, we’ve got you covered. (While you may not end up with exactly what you were going for, your toddler—and gift recipients—will probably be super proud of their creation.) Happy holiday crafting!
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Santa’s Cookie Plate
Our favorite Christmas craft ideas for toddlers are the ones you just know you’ll still be using and displaying proudly long after your kiddos have left the nest. And this ceramic “cookies for Santa” plate takes the cake (or maybe the cookie?). Using handprints from all family members along with your toddler’s, this Santa plate from Party Wowzy is sure to impress.
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Painted Handprint Tree
Why opt for one handprint when you can make a Christmas craft featuring a whole bunch? This popular preschool craft from the Pinkie for Pink blog will totally work for toddlers too. Of course, you’ll have to help them make the handprints, but they’ll have a blast decorating the tree they made with their own hands—literally.
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Mini Christmas Tree with decorations.
I love how bright, modern and non traditional these Christmas Trees look. Grab some straws, string, and anything you might have in your art box, and get started on this cute Christmas tree craft!
Paper Straw Christmas Trees
These lovely bright paper straw Christmas trees are so simple to make, you probably can’t stop making one. They would also look great as gift tags or on DIY Christmas cards.
Cupcake Christmas Trees
Use Christmas coloured cupcake liners to make these Christmas trees. Put the Christmas trees on cards or in a garland and decorate away!
