There is a special kind of magic in a gift made by a child’s hands. These presents, imperfect and full of heart, are the ones that families treasure most. This Christmas, encourage your little ones to experience the joy of giving by helping them create their own unique gifts for friends and family.
Engaging in crafting is not only fun but also helps children develop creativity, fine motor skills, and a wonderful sense of pride in their work. The process of making something for someone they love is a beautiful lesson in thoughtfulness and generosity. These gifts are not just objects; they are expressions of love.
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From simple ornaments to delicious treats, this collection of ideas is designed specifically for kids. With a little guidance, your children can create memorable, heartfelt presents that will be cherished far more than anything from a store. Get ready to make some beautiful memories and even more beautiful gifts.
1. Painted Rock Paperweights
Smooth stones gathered from the garden or a park can be transformed into colorful and unique paperweights. This simple craft allows even the youngest children to express their creativity. A painted rock is a cheerful and practical gift for a desk or a shelf.
These little works of art are a wonderful way to bring a piece of nature indoors. Grandparents, teachers, and parents will all appreciate a custom-designed paperweight to hold down their important papers. It’s a gift that is both personal and useful.
DIY Tips
- Wash and thoroughly dry the rocks before painting.
- Use non-toxic acrylic paints and provide a variety of colors.
- Encourage kids to paint abstract designs, funny faces, or their favorite animals.
- Once the paint is dry, an adult can spray the rocks with a clear sealant to protect the design.
- Glue a small piece of felt to the bottom to prevent the rock from scratching surfaces.
2. Beaded Friendship Bracelets
Friendship bracelets are a classic kid-made gift that never goes out of style. Using colorful pony beads and letter beads, children can create personalized bracelets for their best friends and family members. It’s a great activity for practicing patterns and spelling.
This is a gift that carries a lot of meaning, symbolizing a special bond between the giver and the receiver. Kids will love choosing the perfect colors and beads for each person on their list. It is a simple, fun, and fashionable present.
DIY Tips
- Use a stretchy elastic cord that is easy for kids to handle and doesn’t require a clasp.
- Set out the beads in a tray or a muffin tin to keep them organized and prevent spills.
- Help children spell out names or fun words like “BESTIE” or “LOVE” with letter beads.
- Tie a secure knot at the end and add a dab of clear nail polish or glue to keep it from coming undone.
- For younger children, use larger beads and a pipe cleaner instead of a string for easier threading.
3. Handprint Ornaments
A child’s handprint captured in a salt dough ornament is a timeless and treasured keepsake. As the child grows, this ornament becomes a precious reminder of how small they once were. It’s a simple and sentimental gift that grandparents especially adore.
The process of making the dough and pressing their hand into it is a fun sensory experience for kids. They can paint and decorate the ornament once it’s dry, adding their own artistic flair. This is a gift that will bring a tear to the eye and a smile to the face.
DIY Tips
- The basic salt dough recipe is 1 cup of salt, 2 cups of flour, and 1 cup of water.
- Roll the dough out to about a half-inch thickness before helping the child press their hand firmly into it.
- Use a straw to poke a hole in the top for a ribbon before baking.
- Bake at a low temperature (around 200°F) for several hours until the ornament is completely dry and hard.
- Once cool, let the kids paint their handprint to look like a Santa, a reindeer, or a snowman.
4. Decorated Picture Frames
A simple wooden or cardboard picture frame can be transformed into a personalized masterpiece with a little bit of glue and some creative materials. Kids can decorate the frame to hold a favorite photo of themselves or a drawing they’ve made. It’s a heartfelt gift that puts a cherished memory on display.
This craft allows for endless creativity, using materials like buttons, pasta shapes, small shells, or glitter. The finished product is a unique and personal piece of home decor. It’s a wonderful gift for parents, grandparents, and close family friends.
DIY Tips
- Provide a variety of materials for decorating, such as pom-poms, sequins, mosaic tiles, or colorful beads.
- Use a kid-safe craft glue and a small paintbrush to apply it to the frame.
- For a themed frame, use seashells for a beach photo or pasta shapes for a gift for a food lover.
- Let the frame dry completely before inserting a photo or a drawing.
- An adult can add a coat of clear sealant to protect the decorations.
5. Hot Chocolate in a Jar
A layered hot chocolate mix in a jar is a delicious and cozy gift that kids can easily assemble. By carefully layering cocoa powder, sugar, chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows, they can create a beautiful and edible present. It’s a perfect gift for a chilly winter’s day.
This gift is fun for kids to make and even more fun for the recipient to receive. They will love watching the layers form as they carefully spoon in each ingredient. Add a handmade tag with instructions, and you have a sweet and thoughtful gift.
DIY Tips
- Use a funnel to help kids get the ingredients into the jar without making a mess.
- Gently tap the jar on the counter after each layer to help it settle and create neat lines.
- Layer the ingredients in a visually appealing way, with contrasting colors next to each other.
- Top the jar with a layer of mini marshmallows or festive sprinkles.
- Write the instructions on a tag: “Pour mix into a mug, add hot milk, stir, and enjoy!”
6. Felt Bookmark with Tassel
A simple felt bookmark is a wonderful gift for the book lover in your life. Kids can cut simple shapes from colorful felt and glue them together to create a cute and practical present. Adding a handmade yarn tassel gives it a professional and fun finish.
This is a great beginner sewing project if you want to add a few simple stitches, but it can also be a no-sew project using fabric glue. It’s a thoughtful gift that encourages reading. Kids can make designs like monsters, animals, or simple geometric shapes.
DIY Tips
- Cut a main rectangular piece of felt for the bookmark’s base.
- Provide smaller felt scraps in various colors for the kids to cut out and glue on as decorations.
- To make a simple yarn tassel, wrap yarn around a piece of cardboard, tie it at the top, and then cut the bottom loops.
- Punch a hole at the top of the bookmark and attach the tassel with a loop of yarn.
- Use pinking shears to give the edges of the bookmark a decorative, zigzag pattern.
7. No-Bake Reindeer Cookies
Transforming store-bought cookies into adorable reindeer faces is a fun and delicious holiday activity for kids. With just a few simple ingredients, children can create a festive treat to share with friends and family. It’s a perfect no-bake option for little chefs.
This is a great gift to bring to a holiday party or to give to neighbors and teachers. Kids will have a blast decorating each cookie and giving the reindeer their own unique personalities. The combination of sweet and salty is always a crowd-pleaser.
DIY Tips
- Use a round or oval-shaped cookie as the reindeer’s face, like a Nutter Butter or a chocolate-coated digestive.
- Use a dab of frosting or melted chocolate as “glue” to attach the decorations.
- Small pretzel twists make perfect antlers.
- Use candy eyes and a red M&M or a red hot for the nose to create Rudolph.
- Let the cookies set on a tray lined with wax paper before packaging them in a festive tin or bag.
8. Pinecone Christmas Trees
With a little bit of paint and some imagination, a simple pinecone can be turned into a miniature Christmas tree. This is a wonderful nature craft that brings the beauty of the outdoors inside. A set of these tiny trees makes a charming and festive decoration.
Kids will love hunting for the perfect pinecones and then decorating them with their favorite colors and sparkly bits. This is a simple and inexpensive gift that looks surprisingly elegant. They can be used as ornaments, place card holders, or just festive decor.
DIY Tips
- Make sure the pinecones are clean and dry before painting. You can bake them in the oven at a low temperature to open them up and get rid of any critters.
- Provide green craft paint and a small paintbrush.
- Kids can decorate their “trees” by gluing on small pom-poms, sequins, or beads as ornaments.
- A sprinkle of glitter while the paint is still wet adds a magical, snowy sparkle.
- Glue the bottom of the pinecone to a small wood slice or a wine cork to create a stable base.
9. Personalized Mug Art
A plain white ceramic mug is a blank canvas for a child’s creativity. Using special oil-based paint markers, kids can draw a custom design or write a sweet message for a loved one. It’s a personal and practical gift that will be used every morning.
This is a fantastic gift for parents, grandparents, and teachers. They will think of the little artist every time they enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. The process is simple, and the result is a one-of-a-kind, usable piece of art.
DIY Tips
- Use paint markers that are specifically designed for use on ceramics.
- Help kids brainstorm a design before they start drawing on the mug.
- Simple designs like polka dots, stripes, or a child’s signature often turn out the best.
- To make the design permanent, the mug needs to be baked in the oven according to the marker manufacturer’s instructions (this is an adult’s job).
- Remind the recipient that the mug should be hand-washed to preserve the design for as long as possible.
10. Melted Crayon Ornaments
This magical science experiment and craft project uses up old, broken crayons to create beautiful, stained-glass-like ornaments. Kids will be fascinated as they watch the crayons melt and swirl together inside a clear glass ornament. The result is a vibrant and unique decoration for the Christmas tree.
This is a wonderful way to recycle and create something beautiful at the same time. Each ornament is completely unique, with its own special pattern of colors. It’s a gift that is both fun to make and beautiful to look at.
DIY Tips
- Peel the paper off broken crayons and chop them into small pieces.
- Use clear glass ball ornaments and have the kids drop a few crayon pieces inside.
- An adult should hold the ornament with a hairdryer pointed at it, turning the ornament slowly as the crayons melt and swirl.
- Be careful, as the glass can get hot. Use an oven mitt to hold the ornament.
- Once the crayon is melted and the inside is coated, let it cool completely before putting the cap back on.
11. “All About My Grandpa” Printable Book
A printable questionnaire that a child fills out about a loved one is a hilarious, sweet, and incredibly personal gift. With prompts like “My Grandpa is __ years old” and “His favorite food is ___,” the answers are often endearingly funny and surprisingly insightful. It’s a gift that captures a child’s unique perspective.
This gift requires no artistic skill, just a little bit of time and conversation. The finished book is a snapshot of the child’s relationship with their loved one at that specific moment in time. It is a guaranteed tearjerker and a treasured keepsake.
DIY Tips
- Find a free “All About My…” printable online or create your own with simple prompts.
- Sit down with the child and write down their answers exactly as they say them—the quirky phrasing is part of the charm.
- Let the child draw pictures to illustrate each page.
- Staple the pages together or punch holes and tie them with a ribbon to create a book.
- Create versions for Grandma, Mom, Dad, and teachers too.
12. Tie-Dye Tea Towels
A set of brightly colored tie-dye tea towels is a fun and practical gift that can brighten up any kitchen. The process of twisting, tying, and dyeing the fabric is an exciting and hands-on experience for kids. They will love the surprise of unwrapping their creation to reveal the unique pattern.
This is a great group activity and a wonderful way to make a set of coordinated but unique gifts. The finished towels are vibrant, cheerful, and useful. It’s a gift that is both artistic and functional.
DIY Tips
- Use 100% cotton white tea towels for the best and brightest results.
- Use a kid-friendly, non-toxic tie-dye kit, which usually just requires adding water to the dye bottles.
- Show kids how to create different patterns by twisting, folding, or scrunching the towels and securing them with rubber bands.
- Remember to wear gloves and to protect your work surface.
- Follow the dye kit’s instructions for letting the dye set and for rinsing and washing the towels.
13. Homemade Bath Bombs
Making homemade bath bombs is like a fun science experiment that results in a fizzy, fragrant, and relaxing gift. Kids will love mixing the simple ingredients and pressing them into molds. It’s a luxurious gift that encourages self-care.
A set of handmade bath bombs, packaged in a pretty bag or jar, is a wonderful gift for a mom, an aunt, or a grandmother. You can customize the scent and color to the recipient’s preference. It’s a gift that says, “Take some time to relax.”
DIY Tips
- The basic ingredients are baking soda, citric acid, Epsom salts, and cornstarch.
- Slowly spritz the dry ingredients with a mixture of water, oil (like coconut or almond), and essential oils until it has the consistency of damp sand.
- Let the kids pack the mixture firmly into molds, like silicone ice cube trays or plastic ball ornaments.
- Let the bath bombs dry and harden for at least 24 hours before removing them from the molds.
- Use skin-safe essential oils and food coloring for scent and color.
14. Cinnamon Stick Reindeer Ornaments
This simple and rustic ornament is easy for little hands to assemble and smells wonderfully festive. Using just a few cinnamon sticks, some googly eyes, and a pom-pom, kids can create an adorable reindeer to hang on the tree. It’s a perfect craft for a cold afternoon.
A set of these ornaments makes a charming gift for teachers, friends, and family. The natural and fragrant elements give it a special, old-fashioned Christmas feel. It is a quick, inexpensive, and incredibly cute project.
DIY Tips
- Use a hot glue gun with adult supervision to glue three cinnamon sticks together in a triangle shape.
- Glue two googly eyes onto the top cinnamon stick.
- Add a small red or brown pom-pom for the reindeer’s nose.
- Tie a loop of twine or ribbon around the top corner for hanging.
- For extra decoration, kids can twist a small piece of a brown pipe cleaner around the top corners to create antlers.
15. Hand-Sewn Felt Coasters
For slightly older kids who are ready to try a needle and thread, a set of hand-sewn felt coasters is a wonderful beginner project. They can cut out simple shapes, like circles or squares, and use a simple running stitch to sew two pieces together. It’s a gift that is both practical and a great introduction to a new skill.
This gift is perfect for a grandparent or a parent who would appreciate the effort and newfound skill of the child. Kids can add decorative stitches or small felt appliques to personalize their designs. The soft felt is forgiving and easy for kids to work with.
DIY Tips
- Use a large, blunt needle and a thick embroidery floss, which is easier for kids to handle.
- Pre-cut the felt shapes for younger children.
- Show them how to do a simple in-and-out running stitch around the edge of the coaster.
- They can add a small amount of stuffing between the two layers before sewing it completely shut for a slightly puffier coaster.
- Encourage them to use contrasting thread for a decorative and whimsical look.
16. Mason Jar Votives
A simple glass mason jar can be transformed into a beautiful and cozy candle holder with just some tissue paper and glue. When a tea light is placed inside, the jar gives off a warm, colorful glow. It’s a magical and beautiful gift that kids will be proud to have made.
This is a safe way for kids to create a candle-related gift. They can create a mosaic effect with different colors of tissue paper or create a simple scene. It’s a lovely piece of home decor that is perfect for the holiday season.
DIY Tips
- Cut or tear tissue paper into small squares.
- Use a mixture of white glue and a little bit of water (Mod Podge also works well) to paint onto the outside of the jar.
- Have the kids stick the tissue paper pieces onto the jar, overlapping them slightly.
- Paint another layer of the glue mixture over the top of the tissue paper to seal it.
- For a snowy effect, they can paint the rim with glue and sprinkle it with Epsom salts. Use a battery-operated tea light for safety.
17. Pretzel Rod Snowmen
Dipping pretzel rods in melted white chocolate and adding a few simple decorations is a fun and easy way to create an adorable, edible snowman. This is another great no-bake project that kids of all ages can enjoy. The sweet and salty combination is a delicious treat.
A bundle of these snowman pretzel rods tied with a festive ribbon makes a cheerful and tasty gift. They are perfect for classmates, neighbors, and friends. Kids will love the process of bringing their frosty friends to life.
DIY Tips
- Melt white chocolate candy melts in the microwave in a tall glass for easy dipping.
- Lay the dipped pretzel rods on wax paper to set.
- Before the chocolate hardens, have the kids add mini chocolate chips for the eyes and buttons.
- A single orange sprinkle or a small piece of an orange candy makes a perfect carrot nose.
- You can tie a fruit leather strip around the “neck” for a colorful scarf.
18. Nature Paint Brushes
This creative and eco-friendly gift encourages both art and an appreciation for nature. Kids can go on a nature walk to collect interesting materials like pine needles, leaves, and small twigs. These natural treasures are then tied to a stick to create unique and beautiful paint brushes.
A bundle of these handmade brushes, perhaps paired with a small set of paints, is a wonderful gift for an artistic friend or cousin. The textures of the natural materials create fascinating and unpredictable patterns when used with paint. It’s a gift that inspires creativity.
DIY Tips
- Gather sturdy sticks to use as the handles for the paint brushes.
- Use twine or a rubber band to securely attach the natural materials to the end of the stick.
- Encourage kids to experiment with different materials to see what kind of brushstrokes they make. A fluffy bunch of pine needles will paint very differently than a flat, broad leaf.
- Create a set of three or four different brushes for a variety of textures.
- Include a handmade tag that says, “Nature Paint Brushes – Made by [Child’s Name].”
19. Thumbprint Reindeer Cards
A simple thumbprint can be the starting point for an adorable reindeer. This is a classic and incredibly simple way for even the youngest toddlers to help make Christmas cards or gift tags. It’s a personal touch that makes any gift or card feel extra special.
Kids will love the slightly messy process of dipping their thumb in brown paint and stamping it onto the paper. With just a few simple lines from a marker, that little thumbprint is magically transformed. It’s a quick, easy, and heartwarming craft.
DIY Tips
- Use a brown, non-toxic, washable ink pad or a small amount of brown paint.
- Show the child how to press their thumb onto the ink pad and then firmly onto the cardstock.
- Once the thumbprint is dry, use a fine-tipped black marker to draw antlers, eyes, and legs.
- Add a dot of red with a marker or a small red pom-pom for Rudolph’s nose.
- Make a whole herd of them to decorate a set of blank cards or to use as gift tags.
20. “Stained Glass” Suncatchers
Using black glue and watercolors, kids can create a beautiful suncatcher with the look of real stained glass. The black glue creates the “leading” lines of the design, and the watercolors fill in the spaces with vibrant, translucent color. It’s a “wow” project that is surprisingly simple.
This is a wonderful gift that can be hung in a window to catch the winter light. Kids can create a simple holiday design, like a star or an ornament, or any other design they can imagine. The finished product is a stunning piece of art.
DIY Tips
- Create black glue by mixing a small amount of black acrylic paint into a bottle of white school glue.
- Use the black glue to draw a simple design onto a piece of clear plastic, like a recycled lid or a piece of a plastic report cover.
- Let the black glue dry completely, which may take several hours.
- Have the kids paint inside the black lines with watercolors. The glue lines will act as a barrier to keep the colors from mixing.
- Once the paint is dry, cut out the design and punch a hole in the top for hanging.
21. Sugar Scrub
A homemade sugar scrub is a simple, luxurious, and all-natural gift that kids can easily mix together. With just sugar, oil, and a few drops of essential oil, they can create a wonderful exfoliating scrub that leaves skin feeling soft and smooth. It’s a perfect pampering present.
This is a lovely gift for a mom, an aunt, a teacher, or a grandmother. Kids will feel like little scientists as they measure and mix the ingredients. Packaged in a small jar with a handmade label, it looks like a high-end spa product.
DIY Tips
- The basic recipe is 2 parts sugar to 1 part oil (like coconut, almond, or even olive oil).
- Let the kids mix the sugar and oil together in a bowl until it has the consistency of wet sand.
- Add a few drops of a skin-safe essential oil, like lavender or sweet orange, for a beautiful scent.
- Spoon the mixture into a clean, small jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Help the kids create a beautiful label for the jar, perhaps with instructions to “Scoop, Scrub, and Rinse!”
22. Pasta Noodle Ornaments
Dry pasta comes in so many fun shapes and sizes, making it the perfect material for creating unique and intricate-looking ornaments. Kids can arrange and glue different pasta shapes together to create snowflakes, wreaths, or angels. It’s a classic craft that is both fun and frugal.
A can of gold or silver spray paint can transform these humble pasta creations into surprisingly elegant ornaments. Kids will be amazed at the transformation. It’s a gift that is fun to design and even more fun to reveal after painting.
DIY Tips
- Set out a variety of pasta shapes, like bowties, wagon wheels, shells, and macaroni.
- Have the kids arrange their design on a piece of wax paper first.
- Use a strong craft glue or a low-temp glue gun with adult help to assemble the ornament.
- Let the ornament dry completely before painting.
- An adult should do the spray painting in a well-ventilated area. A sprinkle of glitter before the paint dries adds extra sparkle.
23. Hand-Dipped Chocolate Spoons
A set of chocolate-dipped spoons is a simple and elegant gift that is perfect for stirring into a cup of hot cocoa or coffee. Kids can dip plastic or wooden spoons into melted chocolate and then decorate them with a variety of festive toppings. It’s a delicious and fun-to-make treat.
This is a wonderful gift for a teacher, a neighbor, or anyone who enjoys a warm winter beverage. The possibilities for decoration are endless, and kids will love getting creative with the toppings. They look beautiful packaged in a clear cellophane bag.
DIY Tips
- Melt chocolate chips or candy melts in the microwave in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Show the kids how to carefully dip each spoon into the melted chocolate to coat the bowl of the spoon.
- Lay the spoons on a sheet of wax paper.
- Before the chocolate sets, let the kids add sprinkles, crushed peppermint candies, or mini chocolate chips.
- Let the spoons set completely in the refrigerator before packaging them.
24. Clothespin Snowman Craft
A simple wooden clothespin is the perfect shape for creating a tiny, adorable snowman. With a little bit of paint and a few simple accessories, kids can create a whole family of these frosty friends. They can be used as ornaments or to clip onto a gift bag.
This is a quick and easy craft that is perfect for a group of kids or a classroom party. The small scale of the project is great for little hands. A set of these clothespin snowmen makes a charming and cheerful little gift.
DIY Tips
- Paint the clothespin white and let it dry.
- Use markers to draw on the eyes, mouth, and buttons. A tiny sliver of orange felt or paper can be glued on for a carrot nose.
- Tie a thin strip of scrap fabric or ribbon around the “neck” for a scarf.
- You can glue a small loop of ribbon to the back of the snowman’s head to turn it into an ornament.
- Use a black marker to draw a simple top hat on the metal part of the clothespin.
25. DIY Clay Bowls
Using air-dry clay, kids can create small, beautifully imperfect bowls to hold jewelry, keys, or other small trinkets. The process of rolling, shaping, and stamping the clay is a wonderful sensory activity. The finished bowls are unique, personal, and surprisingly sturdy.
This is a gift that feels substantial and artistic. Kids can press stamps, leaves, or even their own fingerprints into the clay to create patterns and textures. Once dry, the bowls can be painted to add a splash of color.
DIY Tips
- Roll the air-dry clay out to about a quarter-inch thickness.
- Use a cookie cutter or the rim of a small bowl to cut out a circle of clay.
- Gently press the clay circle into a small bowl (lined with plastic wrap to prevent sticking) to give it its shape.
- Let the clay dry completely according to the package instructions, which usually takes a day or two.
- Once dry, the kids can paint their bowls with acrylic paints and an adult can seal them with a clear varnish.
26. Bird Seed Ornaments
A homemade bird seed ornament is a wonderful gift for the nature lovers and feathered friends in your life. Made with simple kitchen ingredients, these ornaments can be hung on a tree in the yard to provide a winter feast for the birds. It’s a gift that gives back to nature.
Kids will enjoy the messy, hands-on process of mixing the ingredients and pressing them into cookie cutters. It’s a great opportunity to talk about local wildlife and the importance of caring for animals. It’s a thoughtful and eco-friendly present.
DIY Tips
- The “glue” for the birdseed is a mixture of flour, water, and unflavored gelatin.
- Mix the birdseed into the gelatin mixture until it is thick and well-coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into cookie cutters that have been placed on a sheet of wax paper.
- Use a straw to poke a hole through the ornament for a ribbon before it dries.
- Let the ornaments dry and harden for several hours before removing the cookie cutters and adding a ribbon for hanging.
27. Personalized Keychains
Kids can create colorful and personalized keychains for their friends and family using simple craft supplies like beads, shrink plastic, or modeling clay. It’s a small and practical gift that the recipient can carry with them every day. It’s a fun way for kids to make something stylish and useful.
A keychain with letter beads that spell out a name or a nickname is a particularly thoughtful gift. If using shrink plastic, kids can draw a tiny picture or trace their handprint, which will magically shrink down to the perfect keychain size in the oven. The possibilities are endless.
DIY Tips
- For a beaded keychain, have kids thread pony beads and letter beads onto a sturdy cord or a pipe cleaner.
- For a shrink plastic keychain, have the kids draw their design on the special plastic with permanent markers, punch a hole, and then have an adult bake it according to the package directions.
- For a clay keychain, have the kids shape and stamp a small piece of oven-bake clay, poke a hole for the ring, and then have an adult bake it.
- Attach the finished creation to a metal key ring.
28. “Reasons I Love You” Jar
This is perhaps the most personal and heartwarming gift a child can give. Have the child dictate all the reasons they love someone, and write each reason on a small slip of paper. Filling a decorated jar with these loving messages creates a gift that is a pure expression of affection.
This gift is perfect for a parent, grandparent, or a very special family member. The joy of reading through all the sweet, funny, and heartfelt reasons is a gift that will be treasured forever. It’s a powerful reminder of the special bond they share.
DIY Tips
- Let the child decorate a clean, empty jar with paint, stickers, or ribbons.
- Sit with the child and ask them, “What is one reason you love Grandma?” and write down their answer. Repeat this until you have a good collection of notes.
- Use colorful slips of paper to make the inside of the jar look cheerful.
- Help the child fold up each note and place it in the jar.
- Create a special label for the jar that says, “Reasons I Love You” or “Grandma’s Happy Jar.”
Conclusion
The true spirit of Christmas is found in the love and thoughtfulness we share with one another. A gift made by a child is the perfect embodiment of this spirit. It is a pure, heartfelt expression of affection that is more valuable than anything that can be bought in a store.
By encouraging our children to create gifts, we are teaching them the joy of giving and the pride of creation. The memories made during these crafting sessions are a gift in themselves. This holiday season, let the little hands in your home create the most cherished presents under the tree.