Make a gingerbread house inspired scene with bits and pieces of paper and wrapping. Making a real gingerbread house is lovely but sometimes it's good to just have a rummage through odds and ends of paper and card and create something festive. I always keep wrapping paper scraps and christmas card pictures as they make… Continue reading Make a gingerbread house paper craft scene
Category: Christmas craft
The Saviour is here! – Christmas 3
The Saviour is here is our third Christmas Story in a series of three. We began with Isaiah foretelling the birth of Jesus, The Saviour is Promised and then we told the story of Angel Gabriel visiting Mary, The Saviour is on his way. The story is based on Luke 2:1-20 The Saviour is here!… Continue reading The Saviour is here! – Christmas 3
The Saviour is on his way – Christmas 2
The Saviour is on his way is our second Christmas story in a series of three. We began with, The Saviour is Promised - a Story all about Isaiah and now we meet Mary and the Angel Gabriel. The Bible Story is from Luke 1:26-38 and includes the Angel Gabriel visiting Mary. If you have… Continue reading The Saviour is on his way – Christmas 2
Joseph and the Angel
Joseph and the Angel is from Matthew 1:18-25. In Luke's Gospel we hear about the Angel visiting Mary and in Matthew's Gospel we find out how Joseph knew that the baby was from God. In this story we have the special name - Immanuel, a name that only appears a couple of times in the… Continue reading Joseph and the Angel
The Saviour is Promised – Christmas 1
The Saviour is promised is the first of three Christmas stories. We begin seven hundred years before the birth of Jesus with Isaiah and the prophecy of Jesus' coming into the world. Why tell this part of the Christmas Story? It helps to put Christmas into context. It reminds us and helps us to see… Continue reading The Saviour is Promised – Christmas 1
Use what you have Christmas Collage
Use what you have to make a Christmas collage. There is so much for us to spend money on at Christmas that it's a nice change to use what we already have have to make crafts. I always keep Christmas cards as they have great pictures. And those bits of wrapping paper that aren't quite… Continue reading Use what you have Christmas Collage
Let’s meet Anna and Simeon!
Let's meet Anna and Simeon who saw Jesus in the Temple in Jerusalem. We read about them in Luke 2:22-38. This story isn't always told at Christmas time but it fits in between the visit of the Shepherds and the arrival of the Wise men. (When Herod starts to anxiously look for Jesus in Matthew… Continue reading Let’s meet Anna and Simeon!
Candle decoration to make
Candle crafts are lovely for homemade Christmas decorations. I saw this idea on pinterest. It's from Kidscraftroom.com which is a great place for craft ideas. This craft combines two of my favourite things - yarn and Christmas! If you are making this at home with your own children you can use what you have -… Continue reading Candle decoration to make
The Wise Men find The King
This story is from Matthew 2:1-18 To tell the story you need – some Wise Men, toy camels and a star. You can add some actions too – stars with hands (like in twinkle, twinkle little star), running, looking, kneeling. The story Bible Truth for Toddlers – Jesus is King Far away from where Jesus… Continue reading The Wise Men find The King
Star Christmas decoration to make – using lollipop sticks
Star Christmas decoration to make to hang on the tree! Lots of sequins are needed for this simple star shaped decoration for the Christmas Tree. It's a fun craft to make and looks lovely as a special home made decoration. The printable banner, 'Joy to the World' is a reminder of the great news of… Continue reading Star Christmas decoration to make – using lollipop sticks
How to make a shepherd
How to make a shepherd printable instructions. You can make a shepherd to add to a Nativity display or use when telling the Christmas Story. Below is a photo of a nativity to give you an idea of how you can use paper plate Christmas characters to build a Christmas scene. In the picture we… Continue reading How to make a shepherd
How to make an angel – craft video
This is my first attempt at a craft video (sorry for the pause in the middle - my phone did that all by itself!). Enjoy! https://videopress.com/v/4TTNALB3?preloadContent=metadata
Make a Paper Plate Christingle for 7-11 year olds
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Angel tree topper instructions
Angel tree topper instructions that are easy to print. We made these angels last year in our toddler group. There are some instructions here on the blog in a previous post but this printable instruction leaflet is much easier to print and share. It can be handy to have some instructions for the adults to… Continue reading Angel tree topper instructions
Paper Plate Nativity
Angels, Mary, Joseph, shepherds and the manger with the baby. Great for a nativity decoration and for telling the Christmas story. Links to 'how to make' the characters (specifically the angels but the same basic idea is used for Mary, Joseph and the shepherds too) and the manger The stable is a cardboard box covered… Continue reading Paper Plate Nativity
Shepherd craft
Luke tells us that shepherds were told that the Saviour had been born! 'For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord' Luke 2:11 So here are some shepherds to make ... using paper plates All you need to make these shepherds - paper plates,pipe… Continue reading Shepherd craft
Jesus is born craft
All you need for this craft - paper party bags, shredded tissue paper, stars, baby picture, glue, crayons or material for the swaddling cloths. A free download of the baby baby-jesus-x-8-1Download There is a lot of cutting out to do beforehand and not loads for children to do - they decorate the baby, add the… Continue reading Jesus is born craft
Another angel! or two…
A whole paper plate - cut out a triangle and use as the body. Add ribbon so this angel can be used as a Christmas dec How lovely is this! Got to love that face. ice cream pot angel - with a sparkly halo! half a paper plate folded in three - a tree topper… Continue reading Another angel! or two…
Angel!
There are lots of Bible stories that include angels so this craft isn't just for Christmas! But obviously we often make angel crafts at Christmas so here is a paper plate angel that stands up and could be used as a tree topper. All you need - paper plates (cheap and quite thin as you… Continue reading Angel!
Christmas stained glass – paper plate!
I first made a paper plate stained glass window back in 2015! You can take a look at the blog post and instructions here - click this link There is quite a bit of prep for this craft but it's so worth the effort. It looks lovely! This year I thought I would add some… Continue reading Christmas stained glass – paper plate!
Journey to Bethlehem – week 4 – The Angel visits Mary
This week we get very near to Bethlehem! The story is the Angel's visit to Mary from Luke 1:26-38. Bible story – from Luke 1:26-38. (Include actions in the story if you can – ask the children and adults to join in) 'One day Mary was at home. It was just an ordinary day. Mary… Continue reading Journey to Bethlehem – week 4 – The Angel visits Mary
Another Christmas star idea!
Christmas star craft
Christmas Star to make
This is so easy and uses up Christmas cards! The star shape is from Baker Ross. I kept my Christmas cards from last year but wasn't quite sure what to do with them until I was planning for Christmas and a friend told me about star shaped wreaths! For toddlers I'm cutting out nativity themed… Continue reading Christmas Star to make
Christmas story paper plates
These paper plates can be used to tell the Christmas story and/or as craft ideas. They need some prep so I'm posting them now! The Angel Gabriel visits Mary - Luke 1:26-38 Jesus is born - Luke 2:1-7 The shepherds are told about the birth of the Saviour - Luke 2:8-21 You can tell… Continue reading Christmas story paper plates
Christmas craft fun!
Lots of making today at Toddler Group - sequins and shredded tissue paper here,there and everywhere but beautiful baubles were made and a simple nativity. I think I prefer sequins instead of glitter for making baubles and the children loved them. I love celebrating Christmas at Toddler Group 🙂
Christmas baubles craft
All you need to make these decorations - circles cut out of card (I use a paper punch), an oblong with a hole for string, glue and sequins. I'm going to ask parents to put the child's name and date on the back so that this becomes a keepsake. To minimise sequin spillage (!) each… Continue reading Christmas baubles craft
Angel to make
To make this angel all you need is - paper plate (cut out a triangle for the angel's body), circle for the angel's face, shredded tissue paper for the hair, black felt tip to draw a face, ribbon to make a hook so the angel can be used as a decoration and yellow tissue paper,… Continue reading Angel to make
The Angel visits Mary
The Angel visits Mary Bible story - from Luke 1:26-38. (Include actions in the story if you can - ask the children and adults to join in) 'One day Mary was at home. It was just an ordinary day. Mary was cleaning the house (some actions here - maybe dusting or sweeping). But then something… Continue reading The Angel visits Mary
Jesus is born – craft
We made these last year and in a couple of weeks time will make them again at our Holiday Bible Club Christmas Special. The paper plate is cut to form a simple manger shape and then the plate is decorated using coloured tissue paper, a star and some shredded tissue paper. Once this is all… Continue reading Jesus is born – craft
Christmas – paper plate stained glass nativity
'And the angel said to her, 'Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favour with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus.' Luke 1:30,31 Make a stained glass 'window' You will need - black square paper plates, black paper… Continue reading Christmas – paper plate stained glass nativity
Simple Christmas Craft – baby in the manger
This craft has a bit of preparation - there is some cutting out for an adult or older child to do. I made a template to speed the process up! All you need to make the 'baby in the manger' scene is :- Good quality paper plates - preferably with a definite rim. You will… Continue reading Simple Christmas Craft – baby in the manger
Christmas Paper Plate Ideas
These paper plates were made as an aid to telling the Christmas story but they could easily be adapted to be crafts. I had a lot of fun making them 🙂 They would make a lovely family craft activity to make during advent and then display at Christmas. And if you want a family craft at… Continue reading Christmas Paper Plate Ideas
Advent calendar day 6
Isaiah 25:9 'It will be said on that day, 'Behold, this is our God; we have waited for him, that he might save us; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation.' ' A song to listen to. A craft to make Stained glass nativity See the original post for this here. There… Continue reading Advent calendar day 6
Advent calendar day 5
Micah 5:2 'But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days.' Something to listen to - Nat King Cole A Christmas picture A… Continue reading Advent calendar day 5
Snowflake craft/DIY
All you need for this snowflake craft - beads and 3 pipe cleaners. Couldn't be easier! Just criss cross the pipe cleaners to make a star shape and add the beads. Turn the pipe cleaner ends over slightly so the beads stay on. That's it!
Advent calendar day 3
Isaiah 9:6 'For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting father, Prince of Peace.' Craft idea for today - paper plate wreath with a crepe paper ribbon. Something to listen… Continue reading Advent calendar day 3
Advent calendar day 4
Isaiah 7:14 'Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin will conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.' Craft to make - mini circular snowflakes to decorate your home Something to listen to- Christmas is a-comin Bing Crosby.
Advent calendar day 2
Isaiah 9:6 ' For to us a child has been born, to us a son is given..' Craft idea - make a sheep for the shepherds -  print the sheep outline from the PDF and cover the sheep with wool or cotton wool. Sheep PDF file for you to print
Mary and the angel Gabriel
The visit of the angel Gabriel to mary is recorded in Luke 1:26 -36. This is an important part of the christmas story but can be difficult to tell to young children. I opt for sticking to the main points of the story. There is a craft at the end opf this post. To tell… Continue reading Mary and the angel Gabriel
Button Christmas card to make
This is a lovely idea and very easy to make. You need to be patient though - let the glue dry completely or the buttons will fall off!
Christmas heart wreath
To make this wreath you will need a paper plate with the centre cut out. Paint this red or green. Leave to dry. Cut out lots of hearts in christmasy paper - a paper punch like the one in the photo will save a lot of time. Older children could use one but I… Continue reading Christmas heart wreath
Super-easy icicle Christmas tree decoration
I found this decoration idea on Pinterest. Take a look at the original by Happy Hooligans here. It is so simple and easy to make but also looks great. There is no need for glue or paint either! All you need are some glittery pipe cleaners, beads - I used circular and star shaped and… Continue reading Super-easy icicle Christmas tree decoration
Button Craft Christmas tree
Button craft Christmas tree. This is a lovely simple craft to make at home or with a group. It's fairly flexible - you don't need to use buttons, tissue paper, wrapping paper, stickers will all work well. Children don't have to fill in all the circles but if you want to make this a little… Continue reading Button Craft Christmas tree
Super easy Christmas tree picture
This is a super easy Christmas Tree picture. Use the PDF christmas tree to print either a template or straight on to green paper/card. Cut out and stick onto a dark background. Decorate the tree with sequins, buttons and ribbon and a star. Christmas_Tree_(Plain)
‘Gingerbread house’ ideas…
Christmas is coming! Here are some gingerbread/cookie ideas. Click on the links to go direct to the websites. I like these ideas because they are simple but very effective and fun. non cook, cardboard Gingerbread house from inner child fun Lovely, simple cookie house from foodgizmo Simple gingerbread house - found on Betty Crocker website. This… Continue reading ‘Gingerbread house’ ideas…