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Winter is a magical time to bring creativity to life with fun, festive crafts! Paper bag crafts are an easy and affordable way to keep kids entertained while sparking their imagination. You can create adorable holiday characters that double as puppets or decorations with just paper bags, construction paper, markers, and a little glue. These crafts are perfect for a cozy day indoors and can be customized to reflect your child’s unique style.
Here are five Winter and Christmas-themed paper bag crafts that your kids will love making. Each one includes a link to a detailed tutorial, so grab your supplies and get started!
Materials Needed
All of these crafts require the same few materials but feel free to customize and use whatever you have available.
1. Paper Bag Santa
Transform a plain paper bag into Santa Claus himself! Use red construction paper to cover the body of the bag and white cotton balls or pom-poms for his beard and hat trim. Add a black belt with a gold buckle and a cheerful face to complete this jolly character. For extra fun, let your kids personalize Santa with glittery accessories or a handwritten “Ho Ho Ho” on his outfit. Full tutorial here.
2. Paper Bag Reindeer
Create a charming reindeer puppet using a brown paper bag as the base. Add pipe cleaner antlers, a red pom-pom nose, and googly eyes to bring Rudolph to life. You can even add a scarf made from fabric scraps or paper for a cozy touch. To make it a family of reindeer, encourage your kids to create different antler shapes and colors for each puppet! Full tutorial here.
3. Paper Bag Elf
Design your own little helper with a festive paper bag elf! Use green and red construction paper for the outfit, a pointy hat, and striped stockings. Draw or glue on a cheerful face, and don’t forget to add ears that stick out from under the hat. Let your kids decide whether their elf will be mischievous or friendly—either way, it’s sure to spread holiday cheer. Full tutorial here.
4. Paper Bag Polar Bear
Make a cuddly polar bear puppet with a white paper bag or one covered in white construction paper. Add black circles for the nose and eyes, and use cotton balls to give the bear a fluffy texture. Kids can dress up their polar bear with a colorful scarf or earmuffs made from construction paper or pom-poms. Use these polar bears as part of a fun winter puppet show! Full tutorial here.
5. Paper Bag Penguin
Turn a paper bag into an adorable penguin perfect for a winter wonderland! Cover the bag in black construction paper, leaving a white oval for the belly. Add an orange beak, feet, and googly eyes for a cute, friendly face. Kids can accessorize their penguin with a tiny construction paper bow tie, scarf, or a glittery winter hat. Full tutorial here.
The Joy of Crafting During the Winter Season
These Winter and Christmas-themed paper bag crafts are a delightful way to celebrate the season with your kids. Not only are they easy and inexpensive, but they also provide hours of fun and imaginative play. Customize each craft to make it your own, and enjoy the joy of creating festive decorations and keepsakes together.
Looking for more winter crafts to enjoy this holiday season check out our full list of winter crafts.
So, grab your supplies, pick a craft or two, and enjoy the magic of the winter season. Happy crafting!
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