Looking for a meaningful and magical holiday craft? This Handprint Angel Ornament is the perfect way to capture the spirit of the season—and those tiny little hands that grow so quickly!
With just a few simple materials and a sprinkle of creativity, you can create a beautiful angel ornament that’s not only a joy to make but also a cherished keepsake for years to come. Whether you’re crafting with kids, grandkids, or as a family project, this angel will bring love and light to your Christmas tree.
So, gather your supplies, download the free printable, and let’s create something truly special!
Craft Supplies:
Gathering your materials is the first step to crafting fun. You likely have most of these items at home already.
- Free Gift Tag Printable – from our landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Colored Cardstock Paper
- Pencil
- School Glue
- Loose Craft Glitter
- Clear Contact Paper
- Scissors
- Gold Pipe Cleaner
- Single Hole Punch
- Embellishments
Directions:
- Print the Tags: First, download and print the angel gift tag poem printable onto your cardstock. Use scissors to carefully cut out each individual gift tag along the lines.
- Make the Handprint Wings & Body: This is the fun part! Help kids trace and cut out TWO handprint cutouts for the angel’s wings. At this point in time you should also cut out a triangle body and circular head for the angel.
- Decorate: Use markers to draw hair and a face on the circle cutout. At this point in time you should draw lines of school glue on the handprint cutouts and shake loose craft glitter on top.
- Let it Dry: Set aside the “wings” to let them dry completely. This might take an hour or two, depending on how much paint was used.
- Laminate for Durability: Once dry, add your poem cutout onto the angel design and laminate between two pieces of contact paper.
- Cut and Punch: Carefully cut out the handprint design from the paper. Add a hole punch at the top.
- Make It An Ornament: Thread a pipe cleaner through the hole and bend it to make a halo for the angel. Add any other embellishments you see fit. Then gift away or display proudly!
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This little hand, so small and sweet, Has made an angel, pure and neat.
With wings of love and a heart so true, This angel watches over you.
Hang it high upon your tree, A special gift from little me.
A keepsake made with love and care, To remind you always, I’m right there.
This heartfelt angel craft is more than just a decoration – it’s a keepsake filled with love, memories, and the magic of the season.
Every time you hang it on the tree, you’ll be reminded of the little hands that made it and the joy of this special moment. Whether you keep it for yourself or gift it to someone you love, this angel is sure to bring smiles and holiday cheer. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy Crafting!
