The holiday season is here, and what better way to embrace the magic than with some fun, easy, and festive crafts? Whether you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained or want to add a handmade touch to your decorations, these ideas are perfect for bringing everyone together this Christmas.

1. DIY Ornament Decorating

Bring out the glitter, paint, and craft supplies to create unique ornaments for your tree.

• Use clear baubles and fill them with colourful sensory putty, ribbons, or tiny festive charms.
• For an extra sensory twist, let kids squish the putty and personalize each ornament before hanging it up!

2. Festive Putty Snowflakes

Turn sensory play into art with snowflake crafts.

• Roll out sensory putty into thin layers and use cookie cutters to shape festive snowflakes.
• Add some glitter or press in tiny beads for a magical sparkle.

3. Christmas Cards with a Personal Touch

Who doesn’t love receiving handmade cards?

• Help the kids create cards using finger painting, sensory putty stamps, or by pressing shapes like stars or candy canes into paper for a textured design.
• Write cheerful messages inside and send them to loved ones for an extra festive surprise.

4. Putty Pal Gift Tags

Create adorable, custom gift tags with a touch of sensory fun.

• Flatten small pieces of sensory putty and let kids mold them into fun shapes like Christmas trees or stockings.
• Punch a hole at the top, attach some ribbon, and voila—unique gift tags that double as a keepsake!

5. Gingerbread Decorating (Without the Mess!)

If you’re avoiding sticky fingers and baking but still want a gingerbread decorating experience:

• Shape brown sensory putty into gingerbread people, then let kids decorate them with colourful sprinkles, clay charms, or small beads.

Sensory Tip

Crafting with sensory materials like putty adds a calming, tactile element to these activities. It’s not only fun but also helps kids stay focused and engaged, making the holiday season even more enjoyable for everyone.

Why We Love Christmas Crafts

Crafting together is more than just a way to pass the time—it’s an opportunity to bond, laugh, and create memories that last long after the holidays. Plus, handmade items add a personal, heartfelt touch to any celebration.

What will you create this holiday season? Let the magic of Christmas and a sprinkle of creativity guide your festive fun!

🎁 Happy crafting! 🎄