Looking for a heartfelt and creative Christmas craft that kids will love? Then today’s Handprint Reindeer Hug Keepsake is a perfect holiday activity that’s fun, personal, and timeless! It’s the perfect way to capture those tiny hands that are growing up so fast, while also creating a handmade gift ideal for parents, grandparents, or teachers.
This simple craft combines creativity with sentimentality, bringing a personal touch to your Christmas decorations or gifts. Plus, it’s a great way to keep kids engaged during the holiday season while they explore their cutting and decorating skills.
Grab your craft supplies, gather the little ones, and get ready to create a magical memory together. Here’s everything you need to know to make your very own Handprint Reindeer Hug!
Craft Supplies:
Here’s everything you’ll need to make your Handprint Reindeer Hug:
- Reindeer Printable – on our landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Brown Cardstock Paper {2 sheets!}
- Crayons
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Stapler
- Ribbon
- Googly Eyes
- Glue
- Embellishments
Directions:
Follow these easy steps to create your very own hugging reindeer keepsake:
- First things first – print out the provided reindeer head printable, on a single sheet of white cardstock paper {or colored if you choose too!}
- Decorate the head design in the printable, with some crayons.
- When done coloring, trim it out and discard the excess paper.
- Next grab your first sheet of brown cardstock paper and pencil.
- Trace both of your hands on the paper.
- Trim out both designs.
- Now grab the second piece of brown cardstock paper. Fold it in half {hamburger style.}
- Open it back up and cut it straight up the center to create TWO equal pieces.
- Pull one half aside for today’s craft and save the other for a rainy day.
- Now grab the ribbon and cut off TWO long pieces.
- Staple the ribbon and handprint cutouts to each side of the brown cardstock sheet.
- Follow that up by gluing on the colored in reindeer head on top, so the remaining exposed area becomes the body.
- To finish off the paper reindeer hug craft, simply add any other embellishments {along with the wiggle eyes and any other embellishments you choose} to bring the reindeer to life.
- Then display as is or gift away to spread some cheer this winter season!
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Craft projects like this make the holiday season truly magical. Whether it becomes a keepsake for your home or a thoughtful gift for someone special, your reindeer craft is sure to spread cheer and love.
On that note, gather your craft supplies and start creating a memory that will warm your heart for years to come. Happy crafting, and Merry Christmas!
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