Looking for a festive activity that won’t break the bank? Try one of these paper plate Christmas crafts kids will definitely enjoy!
No need to spend a ton of money to keep kids busy over Christmas break. In fact, if you have some paper plates and a few other craft supplies, you can make some adorable Christmas crafts that all begin with a simple paper plate!
What can you make with paper plates for Christmas?
You can make almost anything! You are only limited by your imagination. In fact, if you scroll down to look at these paper plate craft ideas, you’ll see just what I mean. There is everything from baby Jesus to Santa, and even a Rudolph paper plate purse!
In addition to making cute kids Christmas crafts, these activities can help your little ones with fine motor skills. There is cutting, hole punching, lacing, and gluing.
Oh, and I have to make sure to mention that there are some really unique ideas on this list. Kids will enjoy making their own hats, trimming Santa’s beard, hanging their whirligig Christmas tree. and proudly displaying their pop-up nativity scene!
Are you ready to get started? Take a look at what I’ve found, and let me know what you think in the comments!
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Puffy Paint Christmas Tree
Learn how to make your own puffy paint at home and then use it to make a Christmas tree from three paper plates. I like the trim on this tree!
This would be a fun activity for your elf to leave for your child! There is a template you can download and your elf could be posed with the template and supplies.(get a free elf welcome letter too!)
Download the free printable to make these candies. Pop some treats inside and kids can use these as gifts or maybe for the kids table on Christmas day!
We love paper plate Christmas crafts around here! These poinsettias were made with red paper plates. They look really pretty hanging as DIY holiday decor.
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