Character Candy Pots
Turn mini terracotta plant pots into festive characters ready to fill with chocolates or homemade treats. Use them as table favours or wrap them in cellophane for fun teacher gifts. Find out how here.
Paper Plate Santa Claus
An easy option for small hands, this quick idea turns a simple white paper plate into a 3D version of the big man himself. A great first project for toddlers to present to proud grandparents. Find out how here.
Christmas Garland Kit
We love this complete all-in-one felt kit to create a garland to bedeck your mantle. All you’ll need is a pair of scissors, a pen and a little patience to create the full ensemble of angels, snowmen, robins, reindeer – and even Mr. Claus himself. Find out how here.
Gingerbread House
If your kids have caught the GBBO bug, this Gingerbread House will ignite their inner Showstopper imagination – and, be warned, their competitiveness! Use this simple recipe to create their basic structures and then let them loose with the decorations. Anything goes! Find out how here.
Snowflake Stained Glass Window Kit
What could be more festive than a twinkly stained-glass ornament welcoming guests in the front window? This easy (glass-free!) version for little crafters has the same impact and is a great way to use up scraps of coloured tissue or cellophane. Find out how here.
Make Plush Felt Dog Christmas Ornament
Who could resist these sweet faces hanging on the tree? The good news is that you can easily make a whole pack of your own – along with the helping hands of your little ones – with just the aid of some felt and sticky tack glue. Find out how here.
Pinecone Santas
If you’re out on a winter walk and find some pinecones, bring them home and transform them into these characterful Santa tree decorations for a natural twist on traditional ornaments. A fun two-in-one activity. Find out how here.
Salt Dough Ornaments
If you’ve never given salt dough a try, it’s a great alternative to buying clay using just basic ingredients from your kitchen cupboards. Make the salt dough and then let their festive imaginations run wild to create personalised table names, gift tags, tree decorations, you name it. Then spray, paint or bejewel them for some added festive sparkle. A great one to keep up your sleeve for a rainy day. Find out how here.
By Lydia Mansi
December 2022
