20 reindeer crafts for kids

We all know Christmas is really about the nativity, but it’s hard to imagine it without reindeer and Santa too!

Today we have over 20 adorable reindeer crafts for kids. There are cute gifts kids can make, simple crafts, keepsakes and recycling projects.

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The very idea of flying reindeer adds a touch of Magic to Christmas! They definitely deserve to be celebrated in crafts.

This collection of ideas is from our own archives as well as our blogging buddies around the world.

Printable reindeer crafts

This 3D printable reindeer papercraft is so fun!

Make a cute and easy reindeer pillow box – the template is free
This reindeer silhouette art is one of three in this Christmas handprint art template set
Make a rainbow of paper reindeer with our printable template
Print and create a reindeer basket (there is also a Santa one) – colour-your-own version included

Recycling reindeer crafts

Make a reindeer hobby horse from recycled wrapping paper roll
How cute are these little paper roll reindeer? Free printable template available
Upcycle an old sock into a no-sew reindeer sock puppet, by Kids Craft Room
Make ‘the naughtiest reindeer’ from paper rolls and cardboard

Reindeer gift ideas

Use our printable template plus candy canes to make super cute Reindeer gift bags and cards

Make a reindeer treat cup – so fun and yummy!
I adore these reindeer noses by Create Craft Love
Here are some fun reindeer lollipops by The Centsible Life
This is another easy reindeer lollipop idea by Heavenly Savings

Reindeer prints

This is such a cute little footprint reindeer card, by Danya Banya
Create keepsake baubles decorated with thumbprint reindeer, by A little bit funky
Do you know someone who’d love a gift wrapped in thumbprint reindeer paper like this? by Splash of Something
Add some traced handprints onto this printable reindeer handprint Christmas card to make it special

More fun Reindeer crafts

Make some pasta and pipecleaner reindeer – these guys look so funny, but kind of cute too!
Here is a printable set of reindeer antlers over at Picklebums
Turn a pinecone into a reindeer nature ornament like this one from Fireflies and Mudpies
I love this cute keepsake handprint reindeer ornament, by Buggy and Buddy

Here are lots of fun Christmas printables for kids
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Make 12 gorgeous Christmas papercrafts with our printable templates
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Check out all our Printable Christmas crafts

Peg monster craft

Here’s an easy peasy peg monster craft kids will love! This is a fun and easy craft for all ages, perfect for Halloween. This kids craft idea was first published in 2018 and has been updated and reshared for today’s audience You might also like these pom pom popper ghosts I love that these peg…

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Paper plate bunny craft for kids

This paper plate bunny craft is a fun activity for kids of all ages. It is perfect for Spring or Easter-themed crafting and would make a great classroom display with bunnies of all different colours – it would also look cute on the fridge at home! Get the template here You guys know how we…

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3D Paper Cheetah

Kids will go wild for this 3D Cheetah portrait craft! The design is based on a realistic cheetah, but you can make yours any colour you like. This paper craft is easy to put together and is a great way to support kids learning about African animals, wild cats, or for anyone who loves cheetahs….

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Egg carton helicopter craft

Create an egg carton helicopter craft – this cute and easy DIY toy is a fabulous way to upcycle your old egg cartons. I originally made these DIY helicopters for my girls when they were little but decided to revisit the craft and reshare for todays audience with new photos and a tutorial video. You…

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Spinning Egg Decoration

Here’s a fun Spinning Egg Decoration to make for Easter. Hang your finished 3D paper egg somewhere it can catch the breeze to see it spin. This printable Easter craft is suitable for kids aged 6 and up—there is no upper age limit and adults enjoy pattern art too! Get the template here Eggs are…

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Frog on a Lily Pad paper craft

Here’s an easy frog papercraft for kids – make a fun, bouncy frog on a lily pad using our printable template. It’s just been updated to include an all-in-one print and colour version. This idea is perfect for spring crafting or for a unit on amphibians or life cycles. Get the frog template here We…

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One Comment

susen @Dabbling Momma says:

November 18, 2015 at 12:03 pm

These reindeer crafts are fantastic, one is better than the next! I was wondering what to do with some pinecones down in our craft cabinet and now I know! Going to be re-sharing on our FB page, too!

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