Do you like making Christmas crafts with your kids? Well, today I have the coolest Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Craft for you.
This ornament craft is a really easy one to make with little kids and a great way to keep older kids busy while you get the house ready for the holidays.
These cute little trees are so much fun to make and look great when hung up with all of your kiddo’s handmade ornaments. This year we’re planning to get a second small tree just to display all of the Kids Christmas crafts, and let them take charge of that one handmade tree. I just know it is going to look so cute!
The best holiday craft projects are ones that involve using your creativity, and this craft idea also helps little ones to build up their fine motor skills and hand eye coordination.
The best part about a holiday craft project like this is that it’s quick to make and inexpensive to purchase the materials. Plus, this easy and festive craft makes for a fun family activity that everyone can enjoy.
How To Make The Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Craft
In this article, you will learn how to make a simple and fun DIY popsicle stick Christmas tree with your kids.
Supplies
To make your own easy and colorful Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Craft with the kids you will need just a few basic craft supplies, you may have these at home already.
You can add some extra details with a few other craft supplies and let your kids get creative.
List of supplies:
- 2 Popsicle Sticks or Craft sticks.
- Pom poms.
- Pipe Cleaners.
- Green Acrylic paint.
- Scissors.
- Glue.
- Twine.
Step by Step instructions
Step 1:
Take two popsicle sticks according to the size you want your ornament to be. You can use regular craft sticks, or go for the Jumbo type.
Step 2:
Join the two ends of the popsicle shape diagonally making a “V” shape, using glue. You could use a glue dot or a hot glue gun.
Step 3:
Use green acrylic paint to paint the popsicle stick. Allow the paint to dry before moving to the next steps.
Alternatively you can buy coloured craft sticks and choose green ones, if you want to skip this step and save on mess.
Step 4:
Select a long colorful pipe cleaner, or glittery pipe cleaner. This part is where you can add some creativity and make your craft unique with each child, as everyone can use their favorite colors and designs for their own Christmas trees.
Step 5:
Wrap the pipe cleaner around the two popsicle sticks, making sure to tuck in the ends carefully.
Step 6:
Take another different colored pipe cleaner and wrap it around the popsicle sticks.
Step 7:
Glue colorful pom-poms onto the ornament to act as decorations. You could also add mini jingle bells to mix things up.
Step 8:
Cut out star shapes from glitter paper. For this step, you can use a star sticker if you prefer.
Step 9:
Glue the star on top of the Christmas tree ornament, or use a sparkly foam sticker star.
Step 10:
Take a long piece of twine or thick thread.
Step 11:
Make a loop with the twine and glue it on the back-top of the Christmas tree ornament.
You’re ready to hang on the Christmas tree.
What could be easier? Make your own popsicle stick Christmas tree with the kids, they are going to love this little Christmas craft project!
The Christmas season is upon us, and it is officially time to start decorating your house for Christmas. One of the ways you can do this is with this easy and colorful Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Craft. This is a great option for a low mess Christmas craft.
This craft will only take a couple of minutes and involves no special tools. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
Printable instructions
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Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Craft
Make this easy and cute popsicle stick Christmas tree craft with the kids. This festive idea is perfect for even preschoolers and toddlers to get involved with.
Instructions
- Step 1:
Take two popsicle sticks according to the size you want your ornament to be. - Step 2:
Join the two ends of the popsicle shape diagonally making a “V” shape. - Step 3:
Use green acrylic paint to paint the popsicle stick. Allow the paint to dry. - Step 4:
Select a long colorful pipe cleaner. - Step 5:
Wrap the pipe cleaner around the two popsicle sticks. - Step 6:
Take another different colored pipe cleaner and wrap it around the popsicle sticks. - Step 7:
Clue colorful pom-poms on the ornament. - Step 8:
Cut out star shapes from glitter paper. - Step 9:
Glue the star on top of the Christmas tree ornament. - Step 10:
Take a long piece of twine or thick thread. - Step 11:
Make a loop with the twine and glue it on the back-top of the Christmas tree ornament.
More Christmas Tree Themed Ideas
- DIY Christmas Tree Advent Calendar Craft
- Easy Homemade Christmas Tree Brownies Recipe
- Invitation to decorate Peppermint Play Dough Christmas Trees
- Salt Dough Christmas Tree Decoration
- Coloured Salt Christmas Tree
- Cinnamon Stick Ribbon Christmas Tree Ornaments
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Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.