Handmade Christmas presents! Easy ideas for kids to make
As Christmas approaches, we can’t help but think about gifts.
But gifts don’t have to be store-bought.
Handmade presents that children create with their own hands become one-of-a-kind, special gifts filled with love.
If you give them to family members who always support you or to dear friends, they’re sure to be delighted.
In this article, we introduce wonderful handmade Christmas gift ideas that kids can try with ease.
Why not enjoy the joy of making something yourself while creating a heartfelt gift for someone special?
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Handmade Christmas presents! Easy-to-make ideas for kids (1–10)
Tetra Pak
Here’s an origami craft perfect for Christmas that kids and adults can make together.
This cute Santa tetra pack works as both an ornament and a small gift bag.
You’ll need origami paper, glue, scissors, and stickers for the face.
Fold a single sheet of origami paper to create Santa’s face and hat, then glue the bottom so it forms a pouch.
Use stickers to make Santa’s face, fill it with candy or small treats, and seal the opening so it forms a triangle.
Your adorable tetra pack is ready! You can also draw Santa’s face with pens or markers if you prefer.
Glittery keychain
How about making a sparkly, Christmas-themed keychain? Prepare a clear keychain that you can fill with beads and small charms.
Add festive decorations of your choice inside.
Using red, green, gold, or silver motifs will give it a Christmassy feel! It’s also a great idea to stick clear double-sided tape onto transparent origami paper, cut it into small pieces, and use those as decorations.
For beads, snowflakes or white round ones that look like snow work well.
It’s perfect as a keychain and as a Christmas tree ornament, so give it a try!
Pop-up Christmas card
It describes a message card featuring a Christmas celebration with a pop-up mechanism.
When you open the card, a picture pops out, which heightens the anticipation before opening and the joy of the message itself.
A Christmas tree design is a classic choice for pop-up Christmas cards.
The way you make the slits changes how the image pops out, so careful fine-tuning is important.
By layering paper to create a sense of depth, you can complete a festive, three-dimensional Christmas card.
Handmade Christmas Gifts! Easy Ideas for Kids (11–20)
Snack box
A handmade candy box is a love-filled gift that’s sure to delight kids! You can easily try it using store-bought boxes from a 100-yen shop.
First, prepare large, medium, and small boxes and cut them open with a utility knife.
Stack them in order with the largest on the bottom and secure them with double-sided tape.
Next, fill the gaps between the boxes with your favorite treats, close the lids, and you’re done! A good tip is to put the main treats in the smallest box.
You can also use thinner snacks or even a handkerchief, so give it a try! It’s a fun way to spend time crafting, and your heartfelt touch will definitely come through.
Perfect to incorporate for the upcoming Christmas season.
Flower keychain
How about making a flower keychain? It’s easy to create using colored cords, and just by changing the colors, you can enjoy lots of different designs.
It’s great that you can tailor it to your friends’ and family’s tastes.
Let’s braid three cords together skillfully as we make it.
The handmade warmth really comes through, so they’re sure to love it.
The materials are easy to find, so you can give it a try anytime.
A gift made with care will definitely leave a lasting impression on the person who receives it!
bath bomb
Did you know you can make bath bombs by hand to brighten up your daily bath time? They’re a great DIY idea not only for kids but also for adults.
First, put baking soda and citric acid in a bowl and mix lightly.
Next, dissolve your chosen food coloring in water.
Then add essential oil, the colored water, and a little more water to the bowl and mix.
Press the mixture into molds to shape it, and you’re done.
Get creative with color combinations for the bath bombs and with the material and color of the ribbon for wrapping to make them extra cute!
Covered button hair accessory
A cover button is a button made of metal or wood that’s wrapped in fabric, characterized by the fabric’s design and softness.
Cut a fabric scrap to match the size of the button, set the scrap on the special base used for wrapping the button, then press the button in to encase it.
Following the steps carefully is important for making a cover button where the fabric adheres neatly.
After that, just thread a hair elastic through the button and it’s done.
Choosing the fabric scrap’s design and the color of the hair elastic is key when making it as a gift.