Introduction
Hey readers,
With Christmas just around the corner, it’s time to deck the halls and make our homes merry and bright. But why limit the decorating fun to adults? Let’s get the little ones involved and create some easy and festive table decorations that will add a touch of Christmas magic to the table. These decorations are not only a blast to make but also a great way to pass the time during the Christmas break. So grab your scissors, glue, and let your creativity soar!
Paper Plate Christmas Trees
Materials
- Paper plates
- Green paint
- Paintbrush
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers or crayons
- Decorations (sequins, glitter, pom-poms)
Instructions
- Paint the paper plate green and let it dry.
- Cut out a triangle shape from the center of the plate, leaving a small triangle at the bottom for the trunk.
- Color the trunk brown with markers or crayons.
- Glue the decorations onto the tree as desired.
Popsicle Stick Snowflakes
Materials
- Popsicle sticks
- Glue
- Glitter
- String
Instructions
- Glue six popsicle sticks together in a star shape.
- Glue another six popsicle sticks in between the first six, forming a snowflake shape.
- Sprinkle glitter onto the snowflake and let it dry.
- Tie a string to the top of the snowflake for hanging.
Candy Cane Place Cards
Materials
- Candy canes
- White cardstock
- Markers or pens
- Glue
Instructions
- Write each guest’s name on a piece of cardstock.
- Glue a candy cane to the bottom of each cardstock.
- Decorate the cards with markers or pens as desired.
Additional Christmas Table Decorations Ideas
- Felt Christmas Stockings: Cut out stocking shapes from felt and decorate them with sequins, beads, or fabric markers.
- Gingerbread Man Garland: Bake gingerbread cookies and use a cookie cutter to cut out gingerbread man shapes. Thread them onto a string for a festive garland.
- Pinecone Ornaments: Collect pinecones and spray paint them gold or silver. Decorate them with ribbon or glitter for a touch of elegance.
- Salt Dough Ornaments: Mix flour, salt, and water to create salt dough. Roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to cut out ornament shapes. Bake them in the oven and let them cool before decorating.
- Paper Bag Luminaries: Cut out Christmas designs from paper bags and insert a battery-operated tea light inside.
Table Decoration Ideas
| Decoration | Materials | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Paper Plate Christmas Trees | Paper plates, green paint, paintbrush, scissors, glue, markers or crayons, decorations | See above |
| Popsicle Stick Snowflakes | Popsicle sticks, glue, glitter, string | See above |
| Candy Cane Place Cards | Candy canes, white cardstock, markers or pens, glue | See above |
| Felt Christmas Stockings | Felt, sequins, beads, or fabric markers | Cut out stocking shapes from felt and decorate |
| Gingerbread Man Garland | Gingerbread cookies, cookie cutter, string | Bake gingerbread cookies and cut out gingerbread man shapes. Thread onto a string |
| Pinecone Ornaments | Pinecones, spray paint, ribbon or glitter | Collect pinecones and spray paint gold or silver. Decorate with ribbon or glitter |
| Salt Dough Ornaments | Flour, salt, water, cookie cutters, oven | Mix flour, salt, and water to create salt dough. Cut out ornament shapes and bake |
| Paper Bag Luminaries | Paper bags, battery-operated tea light | Cut out Christmas designs from paper bags and insert a battery-operated tea light |
Conclusion
There you have it, readers! These easy Christmas table decorations are perfect for kids to make and are sure to add a touch of festive cheer to your Christmas table. So gather the little ones, put on some Christmas carols, and let the decorating fun begin!
For more Christmas inspiration, be sure to check out our other articles on Christmas crafts and activities for kids.
FAQ about Easy Christmas Table Decorations For Kids To Make
How can I make a Christmas tree centerpiece?
Kid-friendly Christmas tree centerpieces can be made from green construction paper rolled into cones and decorated with glue, glitter, markers, crayons, and sequins.
How do I make a Christmas stocking holder?
Colorful and festive Christmas stocking holders can be made by gluing clothespins to a decorated piece of cardboard or foam board.
Can I make a name card holder for each guest?
Yes. Fold a piece of construction paper in half, cut out a shape like a Christmas tree, Santa, reindeer, or snowman, and write each guest’s name on the front.
How do I make a Christmas tablecloth?
Use a white or red tablecloth as a base, draw Christmas-themed designs with fabric markers, or glue on felt cutouts of Christmas shapes and characters.
Can I make reindeer napkin rings?
Create reindeer napkin rings by gluing googly eyes, a red pom-pom nose, and pipe cleaner antlers to brown paper or felt circles.
How do I make a Christmas countdown calendar?
Decorate a piece of cardboard or poster board with 24 boxes or pockets, fill them with small treats, and let kids take turns opening one each day leading up to Christmas.
Can I make a Santa hat centerpiece?
Create a Santa hat centerpiece by filling a small bowl with red candy, attaching a white pom-pom on top, and adding a black felt brim around the edge.
How do I make a Christmas wreath?
Bend a pipe cleaner into a circle, loop green yarn or ribbon around it, and decorate with small Christmas ornaments or cutouts.
Can I make a gingerbread house table decoration?
Assemble a small gingerbread house from a kit, frost it with white icing, and decorate it with colorful candies and sprinkles.
How do I make Christmas tree ornaments?
Paint pine cones green, draw on ornament designs with markers, and sprinkle on glitter.