Santa Claus Crafts for Kids Fun and Easy Christmas Projects
Inside you'll find Santa Claus crafts for kids of all ages. We didn't forget the Reindeer and Elves, you'll find those in here too.
It just doesn’t feel like Christmas without a few Santa crafts sprinkled in!
Whether you’re crafting at home with your kids, in the classroom, or just getting creative for the holidays, these Santa Claus crafts for kids are simple, festive, and full of charm.
Each of these projects uses everyday materials — like paper plates, cotton balls, pom-poms, and construction paper — to make Santa (and his cheerful little helpers) come to life. They’re easy to set up, mess-friendly, and guaranteed to make your holiday season a little more magical.
Santa Claus Crafts for Kids
These fun and easy Santa Claus crafts for kids are perfect for Christmas! Make Santa, elves, and more using simple materials like paper plates, pom-poms, and cotton balls.
Santa Paper Plate Craft
Bring jolly old Saint Nick to life with this classic paper plate Santa craft! Kids can paint, glue, and decorate their plates with cotton balls for Santa’s fluffy beard. It’s adorable, quick, and perfect for preschoolers.
Santa Hat Paper Plate Craft
Turn a paper plate into Santa’s iconic red hat! Add white cotton trim, a pom-pom topper, and a sprinkle of glitter for a simple craft that doubles as a Christmas decoration.
Santa Chimney Paper Plate Craft
This one’s full of giggles! Imagine Santa getting stuck in the chimney — kids will love creating this playful craft while laughing about Santa’s silly situation.
Santa Belt Paper Plate Craft
A fun twist on the Santa theme — turn a plain paper plate into Santa’s bright red suit and shiny black belt! This one’s fast, easy, and perfect for last-minute Christmas fun.
Christmas Gnome Paper Plate Craft for Preschoolers
Add some whimsy to your Santa lineup with this adorable Christmas Gnome craft! Using paper plates, felt, and cotton for his beard, kids can make their own Santa-style gnome — the cutest little helper around.
Elf Girl Paper Plate Craft
Every Santa needs a helper! Preschoolers can create their own cheerful Elf Girl with construction paper, yarn, and markers. It’s a perfect companion to the Santa crafts.
Elf Boy Paper Plate Craft
Make the Elf Boy too! This craft pairs perfectly with the Elf Girl project — together they create Santa’s festive team, ready to help him prepare for Christmas Eve.
Rudolph Reindeer Paper Plate Craft
Santa wouldn’t get far without his favorite reindeer! Kids can make Rudolph with brown paint, googly eyes, and a bright red nose to complete Santa’s Christmas crew.
