Looking for a fun kids' craft? Try our Torn Paper Winter Sweater activity! Includes a free printable template and a sweet message for a perfect holiday gift.
The holiday season is filled with magic, from twinkling lights to the scent of gingerbread. One of the best ways to capture this feeling is by spending quality time with your kids. Creating holiday crafts together makes wonderful memories and produces heartfelt keepsakes you can treasure for years. It’s a perfect way to slow down, get creative, and share some festive joy.
This Torn Paper Winter Sweater Craft is a simple, fun and low-mess activity for children of all ages. It combines sensory play with creative expression, resulting in a charming decoration or gift. Best of all, we have a free printable sweater template to make it even easier. To top it off, we’ve included a sweet, punny message to add to the finished product: “I pieced this together with ‘snow’ much love and warm holiday wishes!”
Craft Supplies:
Here’s everything you’ll need to get started on your torn paper winter sweater masterpiece:
- Construction Paper {any color!}
- White Cardstock Paper
- Winter Sweater Printable – from our landing page
- School Glue
- White Dot Stickers
- Crayons, Markers or Coloring Pencils
- Embellishments
You probably already have most of these items at home! If not, they’re easily available at local craft stores or even dollar stores.
Directions:
Ready to make your own cozy paper sweaters? Find a comfortable spot to work. This craft is perfect for a chilly afternoon indoors.
- First things first – download and print out the FREE provided blank “I pieced this together with “snow” much love” printable listed above, on a single piece of white cardstock paper.
- If desired, have kids color in collar/cuffs in the printable however they like.
- Next up, help your child cut/tear their construction paper into small pieces.
- Now have them use school glue to glue those pieces inside the “winter sweater” design in the printable. Remind the kids that the goal isn’t perfection – it’s about having fun and creating something that’s entirely their own.
- The final step is to have kids add some stickers/embellishments {the circle stickers are perfect to make a snowman!} to give their clothing some personality and holiday flair!
- Allow the paper piece to dry completely before gifting away!
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This Torn Paper Winter Sweater Craft is more than just an activity; it’s an opportunity to create lasting memories with your children. Imagine the smile on a grandparent’s face when they receive a unique card handmade by their grandchild. It’s a simple project that carries so much love and thought.
So, gather your supplies, put on some holiday music, and get ready to piece together some fun this winter season! Happy crafting, my friends!
Torn Paper Winter Sweater Card Craft Idea
Looking for a fun kids' craft? Try our Torn Paper Winter Sweater activity! Includes a free printable template and a sweet message for a perfect holiday gift.
Here’s your checklist of supplies to bring this craft to life:
Prepare your creative haven by laying down a protective cover before the crafting magic begins!
Directions:
- First things first - download and print out the FREE provided blank "I pieced this together with "snow" much love" printable listed above, on a single piece of white cardstock paper.
- If desired, have kids color in collar/cuffs in the printable however they like.
- Next up, help your child cut/tear their construction paper into small pieces.
- Now have them use school glue to glue those pieces inside the "winter sweater" design in the printable. Remind the kids that the goal isn’t perfection - it’s about having fun and creating something that’s entirely their own.
- The final step is to have kids add some stickers/embellishments {the circle stickers are perfect to make a snowman!} to give their clothing some personality and holiday flair!
- Allow the paper piece to dry completely before gifting away!
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