Christmas time is a magical time for children of all ages. There are so many wonderful festivities to take part in. Some activities include ice-skating, sledding, and crafting. Unleash your kid’s creativity this time of year, by having them craft this Cute and Craft Reindeer Pot. Filled with treats or gifts, this adorable reindeer will make everyone smile at your holiday table. Julie Lewis designed this cute kid friendly project using Apple Barrel paints. All the supplies you will need are listed below, and you can find the instructions here. 

PLAID Supplies

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Limeade, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Black, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Territorial Beige, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pure Gold, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Strawberry, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Ecru, 2 oz.

Other Supplies

Clay Rose Pot – 4 ½”
Paintbrushes - #12 Flat
#1 Liner
Foam spouncer – ¾”
Stencil brush ¼”
Wiggle eyes – 15mm
Red sparkle pom pom – 1”
Gold tinsel Chenille stem
Craft sticks - 4
Craft glue
Craft knife
Scissors
Brush Basin or water container
Paper towels
Foam plates

One of the most popular holiday items people buy or make this time of year are ornaments. Ornaments can be made in all shapes and sizes, and make great crafts that kids can help create. We recently discovered such a craft project on the blog, Bear Rabbit Bear Crafts. Melanie designed these Christmas Photo Block Ornaments. This project allows you to combine photos and ornaments. It makes a great addition to your tree, or you can create and give as a gift. To learn how Melanie made these ornaments, click here. 

During this holiday season, it is the perfect time to reconnect and hang out with family. In case you are looking for a creative way to create some new family keepsakes make a sweet family portrait for the holidays and keep up year round. This Styrofoam Cone Angel Family is a great project for the whole family to make. Sherrie Ragsdale designed this precious project. Place somewhere in your home where all can see it. Below are all the materials you will need to make this project. To find the instructions for this holiday project click here.

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Coffee Bean, 2 oz.

·       Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz.

Other Supplies

Two 3” balls (Adult Heads)
One 2-1/2” ball (Kids Head)
Two 3-7/8” x 11-7/8” cone (adult body)
One 2-7/8” x 5-7/8” Cone (kids body)
Nine 12” x 12” Pieces of different shades of brown and tan scrapbook paper
Twine (bow around neck)
Old book (thrift store find)
Scissors
Black and white photo copied photos
Hot glue
Pencil