As days become shorter and temperatures drop, why not get creative this winter with your family and friends? We have the perfect paper bag craft idea to celebrate in style – a colorful Elf & Santa Puppet Craft!

This merry activity is an excellent opportunity for everyone to get their hands busy as they create some adorable puppet pieces!

Do you want to add a little extra cheer and festive magic to your holiday season? Then look no further than this wonderful Paper Bag Elf & Santa puppet craft idea!

It’s a fun and engaging craft for moms, teachers, educators, crafters, or anyone who is looking for some creative ways to celebrate the holidays with their children. Not only can they make meaningful memories while crafting away together but eventually they will have vibrant homemade puppets that are perfect Santa and Elf prop pieces in the many whimsical holiday plays they may conjure up throughout this winter season.

So grab your supplies and get ready indulge yourselves in an afternoon of festive adventuring with this joyful activity!

Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your paper bag Santa and his elf paper creations with us on our Facebook page! It seriously makes my day to see the inspiration come to life and I can’t wait to give you a virtual high five from a far!! #gluedtomycrafts

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Looking for an easy and festive Christmas craft idea for your kids? Look no further than this paper bag elf & Santa puppet craft!

Craft Supplies:

Free SANTA HEAD Printable {grab the free file from box.com}
Free ELF HEAD Printable {grab the free file from box.com}
Color Printer
White Cardstock Paper
Black Cardstock Paper
Gold Cardstock Paper
Crayons, Markers or Coloring Pencils
Paper Lunch Bag {one per craft}
Green or Red Craft Paint
Small Paper Plate
Foam Paint Brush
Craft Scissors
Glue Stick

Directions:

First things first! If you haven’t already – be sure to grab either the SANTA or ELF file {listed above} and print it out on a single sheet of white cardstock paper.
Next grab your choice of coloring materials and color in the head design however you like.
When done coloring, go ahead and trim out the head shape.
Now set aside the paper piece for now.
Next up – squirt your choice of color craft paint on the paper plate {green for the elf or red for Santa}
Lay the brown paper bag on a flat surface, with the flap facing up.
You are going to want to paint the larger side {not the flap} completely.
When you are done painting, it’s time for the final step! Go ahead and glue the decorated head cutout piece from earlier, to the flap piece of the paper bag.
Now grab your remaining black and gold cardstock paper.
Cut out a belt and buckle shape for your puppet.
Glue those in place on the painted paper bag.
Finish it up by adding any other embellishments you see fit.
Then let your finished craft dry completely before you display the finished Paper Bag Christmas Puppet proudly or play with it for some imaginative fun.

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Tools:

Supplies:

White Cardstock Paper
Black Cardstock Paper
Gold Cardstock Paper
Paper Lunch Bag {one per craft}
Green or Red Craft Paint

Instructions:

First things first! If you haven't already - be sure to grab either the SANTA or ELF file {listed above} and print it out on a single sheet of white cardstock paper.
Next grab your choice of coloring materials and color in the head design however you like.
When done coloring, go ahead and trim out the head shape.
Now set aside the paper piece for now.
Next up - squirt your choice of color craft paint on the paper plate {green for the elf or red for Santa}
Lay the brown paper bag on a flat surface, with the flap facing up.
You are going to want to paint the larger side {not the flap} completely.
When you are done painting, it's time for the final step! Go ahead and glue the decorated head cutout piece from earlier, to the flap piece of the paper bag.
Now grab your remaining black and gold cardstock paper.
Cut out a belt and buckle shape for your puppet.
Glue those in place on the painted paper bag.
Finish it up by adding any other embellishments you see fit.
Then let your finished craft dry completely before you display the finished Paper Bag Christmas Puppet proudly or play with it for some imaginative fun.

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