Last Updated on November 30, 2025 by Masha Eretnova
Looking for festive and easy craft ideas that teens and tweens will actually enjoy?
Whether you want to deck the halls, make personalized gifts, or just have some creative holiday fun, these 20 Christmas crafts are perfect for inspiring creativity and spreading cheer.
From adorable ornaments and cozy decorations to sweet treats and sensory slime, there’s something here for every crafty teen or tween to dive into this holiday season. Gather your supplies, pick your favorite projects, and get ready to make some merry memories!
Christmas Candy Sleigh Craft
Create a festive candy sleigh using sweets and simple supplies, a fun and tasty craft perfect for teens and tweens to gift or decorate with.
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Colorful Washi Tape Ornaments
These colorful washi tape ornaments are easy to make and customizable, ideal for teens looking to add a trendy touch to their Christmas tree.
Fabric-Covered Mason Jar Lid Ornaments
Craft charming fabric-covered mason jar lid ornaments that blend rustic style with a DIY twist, great for tweens who love hands-on projects.
DIY Minion Christmas Ornaments
Bring some humor to holiday décor with these adorable DIY Minion ornaments, a playful craft perfect for tween fans of the movie series.
Finger-Knitted Elf Hats
Learn finger knitting to create cute elf hats, a cozy and creative Christmas craft that teens and tweens can proudly wear or gift.
Glowing Tea Light Snowman Ornaments
Make glowing tea light snowman ornaments that add warmth and charm to holiday decorations. A fun project for crafty teens and one you can actually use!
Printable Christmas Ornament SVGs
Downloadable SVG templates allow teens to create personalized, precision-cut Christmas ornaments using craft machines or by hand.
DIY Emoji Christmas Ornaments
These fun emoji-themed ornaments let tweens express their favorite moods and personalities with a festive flair.
Sock Snowman Craft
Transform old socks into adorable snowmen with simple supplies, a crafty and budget-friendly idea perfect for all skill levels.
Felt Gnome Christmas Ornaments
Craft whimsical felt gnome ornaments that are perfect for teens who love cute, handmade holiday décor.
Sparkly Christmas Glitter Slime
Make sparkly Christmas-themed glitter slime a messy, sensory craft that’s fun and festive for tweens and kids of all ages, to be honest
Felt Winter Gnome Decoration
My favorite craft idea on this list! Create a cozy felt winter gnome decoration, blending simple sewing and crafting skills, perfect for holiday projects.
Penguin Painted Rocks
Paint festive penguins on rocks to create unique, hand-painted Christmas decorations or gifts that tweens will enjoy.
Mini Mason Jar Christmas Ornaments
Make charming mini mason jar ornaments filled with festive messages or treats, a creative keepsake craft for teens.
DIY Christmas Snowglobe Keepsakes
Build personalized Christmas snowglobe keepsakes that combine crafting and holiday magic, great for memorable gifts.
Christmas Cootie Catchers (Fortune Tellers)
Create holiday-themed cootie catchers (fortune tellers) that are perfect for a festive and interactive teen craft and can be easily customized.
Peppermint Candy Spoons DIY
Craft sweet peppermint candy spoons that double as festive treats and holiday gifts, ideal for teens who love baking or gifting.
Winter Wreath Craft for Teens
Make a beautiful winter wreath using simple materials, a classic holiday craft perfect for teens to decorate their rooms or front doors.
Snowman Gnome Holiday Craft
Combine snowmen and gnomes in this super cute craft that’s perfect for tweens wanting whimsical holiday decorations.
Mason Jar Lid Snowman Ornaments
Turn mason jar lids into adorable snowman ornaments, a crafty, upcycling project that’s simple and satisfying for teens.
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Masha Eretnova, born in 1991, is a Buenos Aires-based certified teacher, artist, and member of the Professional Artist Association with 20+ years of personal painting journey.
She started painting and drawing very early and is now an international abstract artist and educator passionate about acrylic painting, gouache, and crafts.
Her works are part of international exhibitions and contests, including ArtlyMix (Brazil), Al-Tiba 9 (Spain), Exhibizone (Canada), Italy, and many more.
Besides her artistic pursuits, Masha holds a post-grad diploma in Teaching Film Photography and 2 music school diplomas: piano and opera singing.