Looking for a festive activity that won’t break the bank? Try one of these paper plate Christmas crafts kids will definitely enjoy!
No need to spend a ton of money to keep kids busy over Christmas break. In fact, if you have some paper plates and a few other craft supplies, you can make some adorable Christmas crafts that all begin with a simple paper plate!
What can you make with paper plates for Christmas?
You can make almost anything! You are only limited by your imagination. In fact, if you scroll down to look at these paper plate craft ideas, you’ll see just what I mean. There is everything from baby Jesus to Santa, and even a Rudolph paper plate purse!
In addition to making cute kids Christmas crafts, these activities can help your little ones with fine motor skills. There is cutting, hole punching, lacing, and gluing.
Oh, and I have to make sure to mention that there are some really unique ideas on this list. Kids will enjoy making their own hats, trimming Santa’s beard, hanging their whirligig Christmas tree. and proudly displaying their pop-up nativity scene!
Are you ready to get started? Take a look at what I’ve found, and let me know what you think in the comments!
Christmas Paper Plate Crafts
Looking for a festive activity that won't break the bank? Try one of these Christmas crafts with paper plates that kids will definitely enjoy!
Puffy Paint Christmas Tree
Learn how to make your own puffy paint at home and then use it to make a Christmas tree from three paper plates. I like the trim on this tree!
Paper Plate Christmas Wreath
Get the kids involved in making Christmas decorations! You could hang this wreath on their bedroom door.
Santa Stuck in the Chimney
Uh-oh! Is Santa is stuck in the chimney? With this craft, you can move him up and down the chimney - no need to be stuck.
Gingerbread Paper Plate
Make a gingerbread boy and girl! They are so cute with the googly eyes and pom pom smiling cheeks.
Elf On The Shelf
This would be a fun activity for your elf to leave for your child! There is a template you can download and your elf could be posed with the template and supplies.
(get a free elf welcome letter too!)
Reindeer Purse
Everyone needs a Christmas themed bag to hold their odds and ends. Why not a reindeer one?
Pop Up Paper Plate Nativity
Let kids get creative with what they decide to show in their nativity scene along with Jesus. Maybe some animals, or the three wise men?
Christmas Tree Lacing
Kids can decide what type of string or yarn they will use, plus they can add beads to the tree for ornaments!
Paper Plate Ornaments
The tissue paper circles look great on these paper plate ornaments! Can you imagine how big the tree would have to be for these ornaments?
Christmas Tree Whirligig
Don't have a Christmas tree? Grab a paper plate! This Christmas tree would look great hanging from the ceiling.
Rocking Elf
See how your elf rocks with this craft! Note: there is a template you can pay to download, or you can create your elf by looking at the photos.
Christmas Bear & Candy Cane
If I had a candy cane that big, I'd be hugging it too! I like that this craft combines a few different activities that involve various craft supplies.
Popcorn Santa
Eat a snack while you work on this santa paper plate! Then use your leftovers for his beard.
Paper Plate Angel
This paper plate angel is also a lacing craft! Punch holes along the edges and then use yarn to add color to the angel.
Paper Strip Christmas Tree
Cut a triangle out of the middle of a paper plate and then attach various shades of green paper strips to the back. Every tree will be unique!
Christmas School Bus
I think of this as the kid's version of the red truck! School bus drivers need trees too, right?
Christmas Elf
These cute little elves have been hard at work making all of those toys! That is why they are so happy.
Trim Santa's Beard
Looks like Santa needs a bit of a trim! Kids will definitely have fun making this Santa and then giving him a nice beard trim.
Peppermint Candies
Download the free printable to make these candies. Pop some treats inside and kids can use these as gifts or maybe for the kids table on Christmas day!
Paper Plate Mrs Claus
Don't forget about Mrs Claus this year. Doesn't she have such beautiful curly hair?
Christmas Tree Hat
Your kids will be the talk of the Christmas party with these festive paper plate hats!
Paper Plate Poinsettia
We love paper plate Christmas crafts around here! These poinsettias were made with red paper plates. They look really pretty hanging as DIY holiday decor.
Baby Jesus in a Manger
This is another creative nativity paper plate craft! The middle of the plate flips up and holds the star of Bethlehem.
Grinch Paper Plate
It's not really Christmas without the Grinch. Celebrate the crankiest Christmas hero with this cute Grinch paper plate craft idea.
Paper Plate Santa Hats
Add some string to these hats and everyone can be Santa on Christmas day!
3D Christmas Tree
Have a fun time making these 3-dimensional trees and then use them as decorations around the house!
Rudolph
Help Rudolph's nose 'shine so bright'! It would be fun to use a sparkly red yarn for this craft.
Have you been inspired by this list of paper plate Christmas crafts? Why not share this post with your friends using the buttons below? Then check out these other fun Christmas crafts for kids: