Archive for the ‘Christmas crafts’ Category

Popsicle stick sled Christmas ornament

Thursday, December 20th, 2007

Kids’ names fit perfectly on these little sleds that can be hung from the Christmas tree or in the classroom.

Popsicle stick sled
What You Need: 6 craft sticks; length of ribbon; glue; glitter glue.
How to Make It: Arrange 5 sticks in sled shape as shown, touching and on a flat surface. Spread glue on back of sixth stick and place it across the base, about 1 1/2″ from the top. Let dry and tie on ribbon. Use glitter glue to write child’s name. Optional: You could punch or cut out little mittens, hats and boots to glue to the sled to look like someone is using it!

Popsicle stick reindeer ornament

Monday, December 17th, 2007

Have preschoolers make a “herd” of these reindeer and decorate a whole tree!

reindeer craft stick ornament
What You Need: 3 Popsicle sticks (craft sticks); 2 googly eyes; red pom pom; hole punch and holly-shaped punch (or make a template and cut them out); red and green cardstock; ribbon; glue.
How to Make It: Arrange 2 craft sticks in a V shape. Overlap third craft stick about 3/4 inches from top of V. Use glue to attach eyes and pom pom nose. Punch out and glue on 2 holly leaves and 3 berries (or whatever you’d like). Tie length of ribbon to both sides to hang ornament.