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[Handmade] Christmas DIY gift ideas you can enjoy with a 3-year-old boy
How about preparing Christmas presents by hand?
When it comes to handmade items, you might picture girls being more interested.
But with a few tweaks to the steps and ideas, boys can dive in with excitement too.
This time, we’ve gathered ideas that are especially likely to interest three-year-old boys.
You’ll find yourself smiling at their serious little faces as they work.
Plus, making things together lets you share the Christmas spirit.
Find the ideas that you think will become favorites.
[Handmade] Christmas DIY gift ideas (1–10) to enjoy with a 3-year-old boy
Dial-type present box
A dial-style gift box is a handmade present that even a three-year-old boy will find fascinating and easy to make.
The key is using a plastic bottle cap as the dial, which lets you create a stylish gift box without complicated steps.
How about asking your child to make the dial? You can use round stickers for the dial numbers, too! Working on it together with care will make the Christmas atmosphere even more enjoyable.
Paper cup handbell
Let us introduce a “paper cup handbell” that brings Christmas to life with a charming jingle.
You can get all the materials at a 100-yen shop.
First, use an awl to make a hole in the paper cup.
After painting the cup with paint, thread a jute string with a bell attached through the hole.
You’ll stick round stickers on the Santa and reindeer faces, so it’s easy for boys to make, too.
Ring your handmade handbells and get excited with songs like “Jingle Bells”!
Easy Snow Globe
Here’s a simple snow globe project that even a 3-year-old boy can enjoy, just like a fun science activity! Another great point is that you can make it with supplies from the dollar store.
To make it: glue the items you want to display to the inside of the jar, add water and liquid glue, sprinkle in glitter or sequins if you like, and screw the lid on tightly.
You can also change the decorations inside, or decorate the jar with a ribbon or holly—lots of lovely ways to customize it.
Make it together with your child and get into the Christmas spirit!
Pop-up gift card
With Christmas approaching, it’s a great idea to handcraft cards to give to friends and family! This is a pop-up card themed around a gift box.
When the box’s lid opens, a note or message pops out, creating a fun and festive look! If you’re making it with a three-year-old boy, adults should handle the small parts and assembly.
Let your child draw pictures or write a message for the note inside! A handmade card made with such care will surely become an unforgettable memory.
Masking Tape Tree Card
Let me show you how to make an easy Christmas card using washi (masking) tape! The key is how you choose and place the tape.
Pick your favorite patterns—like polka dots or traditional washi designs—and stick them on to form shapes like a Christmas tree or a stocking.
It’s also great to place the tape over simple hand-drawn illustrations.
Add buttons or ribbons to make it even more festive.
Handmade cards have a special charm and really convey your feelings.
Give them to friends or family and celebrate Christmas together!
Christmas ornaments made with origami
If you want to enjoy decorating for Christmas with your child, how about making handmade ornaments with origami? Tiny mini gift boxes can even hold real little presents! It’s a perfect origami activity idea that a three-year-old boy can enjoy.
Use a regular-sized sheet of origami for the lid, and a slightly smaller sheet for the box itself.
The trick is to make firm creases as you fold! Since punching holes with an awl can be dangerous for children, have an adult handle that step.
Enjoy creating for Christmas with your favorite origami paper!
Paper cup cracker
If you want to enjoy the arrival of Christmas with your child, paper cup crackers are a great choice.
This handmade item is something a 3-year-old boy can dive into with excitement! First, make a hole in the bottom of a paper cup, then cut curved slits and shorten the lower part of the cup.
Next, thread a rubber band through the hole and attach a small ball of crumpled aluminum foil to the band to secure it.
Finally, put cotton balls or crumpled origami paper into the cup—and you’re done! Pull the rubber band and let it go, and the materials inside will pop out with a burst, just like a party cracker.
Since no gunpowder is used, it’s safe for kids.
It’s sure to bring smiles to everyone at your Christmas party!