
Winter is the perfect time to cozy up indoors with your children and create meaningful, handmade crafts that will spark joy and leave lasting memories. One particularly fun project that combines creativity and a personal touch is today’s Igloo Photo Ornament!
This craft is simple, inexpensive, and ideal for kids of all ages. Plus, the finished product makes a charming keepsake for your holiday tree or a thoughtful gift for loved ones.
Craft Supplies:
Before you start, gather all the following materials. Luckily, this craft uses affordable and easy-to-find items, so you likely already have most of these at home!
- Igloo Printable – on our landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Crayons, Markers or Coloring Pencils
- Scissors
- Clear Contact Paper
- Loose Craft Glitter
- Single Hole Punch
- Ribbon or String
- Printed Picture
- Embellishments
Directions:
- First things first – download the free igloo ornament printable listed above in the supply list.
- Print out the provided file on a single sheet of white cardstock paper {or any colored paper instead!}
- Go ahead and use scissors to trim out ONE of the igloo shapes.
- Next up – cut two equal sized piece of contact paper.
- Peel the backing off of one piece of contact paper and lay it down, sticky side up, on your work surface.
- Lay the igloo cutout on top of the contact paper, facing towards you.
- Trim down your picture so it fits inside the ornament. Lay it inside the design.
- If desired, sprinkle some loose craft glitter now on top, to fill in blank spots and add some sparkle.
- Now peel the backing off the second piece of contact paper and lay it on top of the first.
- Use your hand to make sure everything is sealed together and that no bubbles exist.
- When ready, use scissors to trim off the excess contact paper from around the edges.
- For the final touch, add embellishments for a customized look. I added a felt penguin sticker that I found at Hobby Lobby recently.
- Then hold punch a hole on top and string some string through it for easy hanging.
- Then display/gift away proudly your child’s beautiful winter igloo photo ornament piece!
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This holiday season, bring warmth to cold winter days by crafting your own Igloo Photo Ornaments with your kids. This engaging activity not only sparks creativity but also helps preserve family memories in the most charming way possible.
Plus, you’ll end up with a delightful ornament that will make family and friends smile year after year.
Why not gather your supplies today and create something meaningful together? After all, winter is the season for snowy fun—both inside and out! Happy crafting, my friends!
Winter Igloo Photo Ornament
Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:
- White Cardstock Paper
- Christmas Ornament Printable
- Clear Contact Paper
- Loose Craft Glitter
- Ribbon or String
- Printed Picture
- Embellishments
Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!
Directions:
- First things first - download the free igloo ornament printable listed above in the supply list.
- Print out the provided file on a single sheet of white cardstock paper {or any colored paper instead!}
- Go ahead and use scissors to trim out ONE of the igloo shapes.
- Next up - cut two equal sized piece of contact paper.
- Peel the backing off of one piece of contact paper and lay it down, sticky side up, on your work surface.
- Lay the igloo cutout on top of the contact paper, facing towards you.
- Trim down your picture so it fits inside the ornament. Lay it inside the design.
- If desired, sprinkle some loose craft glitter now on top, to fill in blank spots and add some sparkle.
- Now peel the backing off the second piece of contact paper and lay it on top of the first.
- Use your hand to make sure everything is sealed together and that no bubbles exist.
- When ready, use scissors to trim off the excess contact paper from around the edges.
- For the final touch, add embellishments for a customized look. I added a felt penguin sticker that I found at Hobby Lobby recently.
- Then hold punch a hole on top and string some string through it for easy hanging.
- Then display/gift away proudly your child's beautiful winter igloo photo ornament piece!

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