Christmas wreath crafting ideas: handmade projects that kids can enjoy too
Wreaths, a classic Christmas decoration, can be found displayed in many places.
Wreaths made with evergreens like fir and adorned with pinecones, bells, and ribbons really help heighten the Christmas spirit, don’t they? Have you ever thought about making a Christmas wreath yourself? In this article, we’ll introduce Christmas wreath ideas for those who enjoy crafting.
We’ve selected not only authentic projects that adults can make as a hobby, but also easy ideas that even small children can enjoy, so please use them for inspiration.
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Christmas wreath crafting ideas: DIY projects kids will enjoy (1–10)
A wreath made with a trivet
A stylish, natural-looking wreath you’d never guess was made from a pot stand.
It’s easy to put together—just wrap and glue—and you can make good use of leftover Christmas materials like evergreen leaves and nandina berries, so it’s great for finishing with minimal florals.
The video introduces it as a New Year’s decoration, but if you’re making it for Christmas, we recommend sticking to colors like red, green, and gold!
Crocodile-stitch wreath
Let us introduce a Christmas wreath made with craft bands.
It’s easy to follow even if it’s your first time trying the scale weave, and once you try it yourself, you’ll pick up the technique and start having fun! This piece can be used not only as a wreath but also as a trivet.
All you need to prepare are craft bands and glue.
A handmade craft-band wreath with a three-dimensional, warm feel is sure to stand out! Definitely try making it together with your family or as a group activity.
raw lease
Do you think making a fresh wreath seems like a hassle and too difficult? In fact, anyone can make one easily and enjoyably—it’s cost-effective and, above all, stylish! You can even get a wreath base at a 100-yen shop, which makes it super convenient.
Prepare fresh cedar or cypress foliage, and use jute twine soaked in water to secure the fresh leaves to the wreath base.
If you only use the tips of the plants, the wreath can lose depth, so the trick is to also use the base of the foliage to add movement.
Finish with a few pinecones, and you’ll have a natural, full-looking wreath!
Christmas wreath crafting ideas: handmade projects that kids can enjoy (11–20)
Holly Christmas wreath
Introducing an easy way to make a Christmas wreath using a paper plate! You’ll need: one paper plate, ribbon, chenille stems (pipe cleaners), glue, and decorations.
First, cut out the center of the paper plate.
Punch one hole and thread a 20 cm ribbon through it.
Next, stack two sheets of colored construction paper, staple them together at four points, and fold the stacked paper in half.
Align the fold with the center line and fold both ends inward.
Then fold it in half again, open it up, fold the edges, and make as many holly leaves as you need.
Glue the holly leaves onto the paper plate, add your favorite decorations and chenille stems, and you’re done!
Craft band wreath
If you enjoy handmade crafts, you may already know that you can make a variety of items using craft bands.
Craft bands are paper cords that were once used to tie the tops of rice bags, and lately more people have been using them to handmake bags, storage cases, and various decorations.
Craft band projects are created by weaving, and for wreaths, the “scale weave” method is recommended.
Once the wreath is finished, just add your favorite decorations and it’s complete.
Use red and green for Christmas, or red and white for New Year’s to make the perfect seasonal piece.
It’s also fun to make them in different color schemes to match each season.
Poinsettia wreath
Let’s make a poinsettia wreath using a paper plate.
Cut out a circle from the center and use the outer ring as the wreath.
Then, attach poinsettias made from origami paper to create a Christmas wreath.
If you make leaves in various sizes and arrange them so they spread out from the base, it will look more realistic.
Don’t forget the yellow center, either.
You can also make wreaths for different seasons by attaching seasonal flowers, not just for Christmas.
On a chilly day at home, enjoy this craft with your child for some cozy parent–child time.
A wreath made with lace paper
How about making a festive paper plate wreath using lace? You’ll need a paper plate, ribbon, a green marker or paint, glue, lace, and Santa Claus decorations.
First, color the ridged outer rim of the paper plate green.
Next, stick a ribbon at the top, then press a round paper lace doily onto the plate.
Add a folded triangular origami Santa with a drawn face or other decorations, and it’s done.
It’s a wreath, but there’s no need to cut out the center, so it’s nice and easy to make!