The holiday season is a wonderful time to slow down, get creative, and enjoy simple hands-on activities with children. These two easy crafts, Paper Roll Reindeer and Coffee Filter Snowflakes, require minimal supplies, are budget-friendly, and offer plenty of opportunities for imaginative play and seasonal decorating.
Paper Roll Reindeer
This adorable reindeer craft is a fun way to reuse empty toilet paper rolls while encouraging children to explore colors, shapes, and creativity.
Materials:
- Empty toilet paper roll
- Brown marker or paint (optional)
- Scrap paper for ears and antlers
- Glue or tape
- Pen or marker for drawing the face
Steps:
- Color the paper roll brown (optional).
- Cut out ears and antlers from scrap paper.
- Glue or tape them to the top of the roll.
- Draw the eyes, nose, and smile.
- Add a red nose to turn it into Rudolph.
This craft works well as table decor or for pretend play.
Coffee Filter Snowflakes
Coffee filter snowflakes are lightweight, mess-free, and perfect for brightening windows during the winter season.
Materials:
- Coffee filters
- Scissors
- Crayons or markers (optional)
Steps:
- Fold the coffee filter in half, then into thirds like a slice of pie.
- Cut small shapes along the edges.
- Open it to reveal the snowflake.
- Add light coloring for a stained-glass effect (optional).
- Tape the snowflakes to windows for simple holiday decor.
These snowflakes are ideal for quick, zero-mess window decorations.
Whether you are crafting at home or in the classroom, these simple activities bring holiday cheer and encourage creativity. Happy crafting and happy holidays!