Day #4 of our 5 Days of Construction Paper Christmas Crafting Challenge is HERE! How are you and your little ones enjoying these crafts?
I hope they are helping you get in the Holly Jolly spirit and are brightening up some little ones’ days. Yesterday we wove some paper Christmas baskets, and today we are going to be making some Christmas paper chains—but with a twist!
We are going to be making Christmas paper chain jewelry for dolls, stuffed animals, or to gift to loved ones this holiday season. In fact, these little bracelets and necklaces could be wrapped in those little baskets or boxes we made yesterday—an unplanned win!!
For this Christmas paper craft, all you need to do is cut up lots of strips of construction paper, nice and small. I like to cut paper in half or even in thirds and then cut it into thin strips.
Now to secure these paper chains together. I find it is quickest and easiest to use tape. With my bigger children this year, we are going to try to use some hot glue—mostly for fun—because they are super into hot glue.
To create a paper chain, simply wrap one paper strip into a circle and secure it with tape.
Next, put a paper strip through the first circle and then turn that second paper strip into a circle as well, securing it with tape.
Continue on! A few pro tips: (I love that my ‘pro’ status involves paper chain making. I mean, some people are pros at cooking or personal finance… me… paper chains.)
- The tinier the paper strips, the more dainty and small the jewelry
- The larger the paper strips, the easier they are to work with for little hands
- Pre-cut tape placed on the edge of a table is very helpful for children
Now decorate all the little children, dolls, stuffed animals, and pets in the house with paper chain crowns and bracelets! These also make lovely little homemade gifts for neighbors, grandparents, and loved ones.
This one is lots of fun for little ones to do. I hope yours enjoy this paper Christmas craft as much as mine do!
Thank you so much for joining me on this Christmas crafting adventure. Be sure to come back tomorrow for our final construction paper Christmas craft!
xo
Sarah
We ended up making big ones!
We made different things with these paper chains. A Christmas Dog Collar, a bracelet, and trimmed the tree with these! So cute, super super easy and so much fun! Definitely can come up with lots more to use these for! Here is a few pictures to show you. thank you.
Thank you for this craft!
Last one! Our dog Chewy!
Awwww Chewy!! So festive and adorable! xo
Love it Amy! Beautiful tree. I am so glad this craft worked out well for you and yours. Thank you so much for joining me!
I’m pretty sure we will continue to make paper chains over the next few days, as they’re so easy and festive! My 14 year old even offered to help little one with a pink birthday countdown chain. (She’ll be three on Jan. 5th, yay!)
P.S. I appreciated having a professional paper-chain-maker’s tips. So thank you!
LOL!!! My pleasure!
Aww – happy almost birthday to your little one! So sweet that your older child offered to help. Thank you so much for joining me in this paper crafting challenge!
Thank you, Sarah! And thanks for putting this challenge together, it’s been a lot of fun! Also, it was a good reminder for me to make sure I slow down (even if just a little) and spend a few extra moments doing something crafty with the kiddos.
I am so happy these crafts worked well for your family. Special moments to treasure for years to come! Thank you for joining me! xo!!
We had done chains once before but they were bigger so she had fun doing little chains and decorating the tree!
Love it Kahlee!! You are rocking these challenges!
Thanks for putting it together! I’m loving the one on one time with my daughter (I also have a son and another on the way) so it’s been very special for us
Oh that one on one time is definitely special. And congratulations about babe #3! That is so exciting!! I am so happy you joined me. xoxo