Today we are combining a simple paper plate and a little bit of Christmas cheer, to create a fun REINDEER THEMED KID CRAFT IDEA! It also doubles as a keepsake and ornament!

Are you ready to learn how to make this super easy Reindeer Frame come to life today?! Keep scrolling to see the full tutorial below!

I’ve combined some of my favorite materials into a fun Christmas themed kid craft idea! Perfect for kids AND adults alike to make & show off this festive season!

With complete customization at your crafty fingertips, your “reindeer frames” can be displayed as is or be turned into an tree ornament by hot gluing ribbon to the back {which makes it even more awesome – especially for a classroom keepsake craft idea!!!} You could even add custom embellishments like sequins, bows or a paper collar towards the bottom for your child’s name!

So don’t delay, find the full tutorial below! Then create your own magical reindeer piece to show off for all to see!!!

Happy crafting, my friends!!! Don’t forget to tag us or use our hashtag #gluedtomycrafts for us to see your creations!

Paper Plate Reindeer Frame Craft Supplies:

• Small White Paper Plate {you can use larger ones for bigger pictures}
• 4×6″ Printed Facial Picture {one per craft}
• Scissors
• Brown Craft Paint
• Paint Brush
• Stapler
• Brown Cardstock
• Gold Pipe Cleaners {one per frame}
• Washi Tape
• Small Glue Dots
• Small Red Pom Poms {one per craft}
• optional – ribbon/hot glue gun for hanging
• optional – glitter, bows, sequins, etc

Directions:

• First cut out a circle shape out of the center of your small paper plate {don’t cut the rim though!} to create an opening for your picture. Discard the excess paper you just cut out.
• Next up – paint the paper plate shape completely brown. Set aside to let it dry a bit.
• Grab your brown cardstock. Cut out TWO ears for the reindeer.
• Now grab the gold pipe cleaner. Fold it in half and curve each side to look like antlers.
• Go ahead and also trim down the printed picture to be placed inside the paper plate frame.
• Now we are ready for assembling.
• Go ahead and staple the reindeer cardstock ears in place.
• Follow that up with the pipe cleaner antlers.
• Use washi tape to secure the picture inside the frame.
• Finally – use a small glue dot to attach the red pom pom to the nose of your picture.
• If desired – add other embellishments or hot glue a piece of ribbon to the back for easy hanging.
• Then display proudly for ALL to see!

Don’t let the crafty fun stop here! Why not grab some coffee, scroll through our site and stay for a bit?  We have our newly posted Gingerbread Princesses – Kid Craft Let’s Bake! Mixed Media Gingerbread Cookies In Oven Kid Craft and Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Stand – Kid Craft posts for YOU to check out!