Nutcrackers are simply stunning to look at during the Christmas season, don’t you think?! There are so many different versions, personalities and even decor elements to them. Some are decked out in glitter and rhinestones, while others are simpler but still just as impressive.

You can say the same about our latest kid craft tutorial. Just like the real Christmas icon, you can take our Popsicle Stick Nutcracker craft and make it just how YOU like it! Whether you want it to be blinged out or just be a little more stuttle, you can do just that!

Keep scrolling to check out the full Popsicle Stick Nutcracker Face tutorial and recreate one today! #gluedtomycrafts

Here’s a FUN fact about me today. I’m a HUGE nutcracker collector. My husband and I have been married for over ten years now and I have about 30 different nutcrackers {all on display} in our Christmas decor. With that being said, I’m always looking to add more to my growing collection 🙂 I would like to think it’s my German roots shining brightly this time of year.

Anyways – I was inspired to add a nutcracker themed craft to our archives today. We already have a paper plate version from a few years back but this time I’m incorporating popsicle sticks for a more “sturdy” look!

Popsicle Stick Nutcracker Craft Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {3 per nutcracker}
* Mini Popsicle Sticks {2 per nutcracker}
* School Glue
* Scissors
* Cardstock {black and white being important!}
* Mustache Paper Punch {affiliate link}
* Wiggle Eyes
* Rhinestones
* Craft Feathers
* Sharpie Markers
optional – glitter, stickers, craft paint etc.

Directions:

* First glue your popsicle sticks together to look like a fence {3 jumbo next to each other with two mini across} Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat for each nutcracker face you want to make.
* Now {if you would like too} paint the flat side of your popsicle stick shape anyway you like. I liked the natural wood look so I skipped this step 🙂 You just want to paint before you start the other steps, so keep that in mind!
* Next grab your cardstock. Cut a tall hat, white beard, mustache, rectangular teeth and his hair out of the cardstock. Lay them on your piece and trim up if need be. Use our picture as a starting point on inspiration!
* To finish off your Popsicle Stick Nutcracker – glue on your cardstock pieces to the front and back of your shape, as well as the wiggle eyes and any other fun embellishments you like – most importantly the craft feathers and a rhinestone to the hat, to really make it POP!
* When done decorating and assembling, set aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!!!

If you’re looking for MORE crafty inspiration for this year’s Christmas celebrations, check out our Popsicle Stick Grinch & Friends – Kid Craft, Nutcracker Inspired – Popsicle Stick Christmas Ballerinas and The BEST of the BEST – Santa Kid Craft Roundup posts! We won’t disappoint you!!! #gluedtomycrafts