It's super unique for Christmas! We have ALL the supplies and directions you need to know in the full tutorial!
Today on Glued To My Crafts, I’m hoping to inspire LOTS OF HOLIDAY CHEER with our latest and greatest Christmas tutorial using wood craft sticks!
The holiday season is the perfect time to gather around the craft table and create something magical with your loved ones. This Popsicle Stick Christmas Gnome Craft is a delightful way to add a touch of whimsy and charm to your holiday decor. Whether you’re crafting with kids, friends, or just enjoying some creative “me time,” this project is sure to bring smiles and festive cheer.
These adorable gnomes, made from simple popsicle sticks and paper, are not only fun to create but also versatile. Use them as ornaments for your Christmas tree, gift tags for presents, or even as part of a festive centerpiece. The best part? Each gnome is completely customizable, allowing you to experiment with colors, patterns, and embellishments to make them uniquely yours.
With just a few basic supplies and our free printable Santa hat template, you’ll have everything you need to bring these charming gnomes to life. So, grab your craft supplies, turn on some holiday music, and let’s get started on this fun and easy project that’s perfect for all ages!
Add a touch of festive charm to your holiday season with this adorable Popsicle Stick Christmas Gnome Craft! This fun and easy project is perfect for kids and adults alike, creating a unique decoration that will bring smiles and holiday cheer to your home.
Supplies:
- Jumbo Wood Sticks – 3 per craft
- School Glue
- Craft Paint {red or green}
- Paper Plate
- Paint Brush
- Scissors
- Scrapbook Paper
- White Cardstock Paper
- Tan Cardstock Paper
- Santa Hat Printable – on our landing page
- Crayons, Coloring Pencils or Markers
Directions:
- The fun starts here! First things first – grab three popsicle sticks {three per holiday gnome} as well as the craft paint supplies.
- Squirt your craft paint on the paper plate.
- Grab your paint brush and go ahead & paint the THREE popsicle sticks completely.
- Next up – glue the three painted sticks together to look like a triangle with the school glue.
- Set aside the triangle piece to let it dry completely.
- Repeat for each Christmas inspired gnome you want to make today.
- While that is drying, grab all your paper sheets and scissors.
- Go ahead and color in one of the mini hat shapes from the provided printable.
- Trim it out with scissors.
- Out of the remaining cardstock paper, you want to cut out a handprint shape for the beard, a large triangle for his body and of course, a small oval shape for his nose.
- To finish off the Craft Stick Holiday Gnome – go ahead and glue all your paper pieces in place, with some school glue on the painted popsicle stick shape. The larger triangle shape will go on the back of the popsicle stick shape, while all the other pieces go on the front.
- Then add other embellishments they see fit to complete the look.
- Once done, set aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!
- Don’t forget to share pictures with us on your social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts
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At Glued To My Crafts, we have a “knack” for stepping outside the craft box – especially around the holidays! It’s kind-of what we strive to do with our website and present to our readers, on a daily basis!
Just like today’s FIRST SEEN HERE popsicle stick Santa gnome and elf craft tutorial!
So before you leave our wonderful site, please check out our popular Snowman Sleigh, Christmas Stocking House and Christmas Tree Gnome holiday craft posts!
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Popsicle Stick Christmas Gnome Craft Idea
It's super unique for Christmas! We have ALL the supplies and directions you need to know in the full tutorial!
Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:
- School Glue
- 1 Scissors
Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!
Directions:
- The fun starts here! First things first - grab three popsicle sticks {three per holiday gnome} as well as the craft paint supplies.3 Jumbo Popsicle Sticks
- Squirt your craft paint on the paper plate.
- Grab your paint brush and go ahead & paint the THREE popsicle sticks completely.Craft Paint
- Next up - glue the three painted sticks together to look like a triangle with the school glue.
- Set aside the triangle piece to let it dry completely.
- Repeat for each Christmas inspired gnome you want to make today.
- While that is drying, grab all your paper sheets and scissors.
- Go ahead and color in one of the mini hat shapes from the provided printable.
- Trim it out with scissors.
- Out of the remaining cardstock paper, you want to cut out a handprint shape for the beard, a large triangle for his body and of course, a small oval shape for his nose.Scrapbook Paper
- To finish off the Craft Stick Holiday Gnome – go ahead and glue all your paper pieces in place, with some school glue on the painted popsicle stick shape. The larger triangle shape will go on the back of the popsicle stick shape, while all the other pieces go on the front.
- Then add other embellishments they see fit to complete the look.Embellishments
- Once done, set aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!
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