The top 10 Christmas crafting ideas for adults

1. Create a gingerbread house

First up on our list of Christmas crafting ideas for adults is creating a gingerbread house with Gerry Gingernuts. Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a gingerbread house, would it? With Gerry’s template, you can construct your own. Once you’ve put it together grab some art supplies to decorate it. We’d love to see your creations! Tag us on Instagram @santaacademy.

2. Create your own Christmas stocking

Christmas stockings are must-have decorations for any home at Christmas time. Why settle for the same old ordinary stocking when you could create your own? Pick your own fabrics and accessories and decorate your stocking how you like. You could even make some for family and friends. Remember to fill those stockings with some goodies.

3. Design your own cracker

Do you like getting arty? Why not grab some pens and pencils and create your own cracker? The more colourful and vibrant the better. Don’t just stop at creating one cracker, design as many as you like. This is a great Christmas crafting idea for adults who like getting creative and entertaining guests.

4. Christmas card tree

Do you receive a lot of Christmas cards but want a better way to display them? How about arranging them in the shape of a  ? Find a spare wall in the house where you can decorate the cards like a Christmas tree. This will make your wall stand and is a unique way of displaying your cards for everyone to see. If you have too many cards for one tree, make several little ones around your home.

5. Christmas candles

Next up on our list of Christmas crafting ideas for adults is creating some Christmas candles. We all love the smell of a festive candle at Christmas time, right? Grab some scented candles and transform the jars into something festive.

Visit your local craft store for paints, buttons, sequins and pom poms to create your Christmas candles. You can create snowmen, Santa, elves and more. They’ll make your home smell and look festive.

6. Drawing

If you’re looking for something a bit more simplistic, try our drawing activities. You can draw Santa’s Sleigh and Claus Manor with Jessica Claus. Be sure to add some colour to those drawings and display them for everyone to see. You could even have a go at drawing some of the Santa Academy characters.

7. Handmade Christmas cards

Bored of the same old Christmas cards from the shops? For this next Christmas crafting idea for adults, you’ll have the chance to make your own. You’ll need plenty of cards and craft supplies to make them, so head down to your local craft store.

There are so many designs you can make, so don’t be scared to experiment. If you need inspiration check on Pinterest for some ideas. It may take time to create your cards, but your family and friends will love receiving something so personalised.

This is a tradition you can keep up year upon year.

8. Reindeer gift bags

Don’t worry, we still some have more Christmas crafting ideas for adults to come.

There’s nothing quite like receiving a Christmas present in a gorgeous gift bag. If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift bag, have a go at creating your own.

Transform a regular brown bag into a reindeer gift bag. Use a red pom pom for the nose stick on some googly eyes and add some antlers on the top. Add some handles to the bag and you’re all done. Your family and friends will love their personalised gift bags

You could even create some matching reindeer gift tags to go with your bag.

9. Decorate your own baubles

If you’re looking to add some festive glam to your Christmas tree, create your own baubles.

Everyone wants the perfect Christmas tree, right? But if you’ve grown tired of dragging the same old baubles out each year, try something new.

Buy some plain baubles and grab some craft supplies and have a go at making your own baubles. Add some glitter to make your baubles sparkle on your tree.

How will you decorate your baubles?

10. Christmas glassware

Don’t forget your guests need some festive glassware for their drinks. Have a go at creating some of your own. Grab some plain tumbler glasses and test out your artistic skills. You could paint some festive slogans or characters on your glasses.

Your guests will be amazed at your personalised glasses, and you can re-use them year upon year.

You could even run a master class to show your guests how to design their own. They’d make great Christmas presents.

Need more inspiration?

We hope our blog of Christmas crafting ideas for adults has filled you with plenty of suggestions. We’re sure you’ll have fun trying them out. If you’re still looking for more ideas check out our other craft blog.

Keep up with Santa Academy!

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Keep up with your favourite characters and read the latest news from the Island. At the Lacus Herald, you’ll find a new Christmas story – every single day!

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