Christmas Crafts & Activities

Shop Christmas Crafts & Activities by Type

Christmas Toys & Novelties

Reward creative activity sessions with plush Christmas toys, wind-up novelties, and fun stocking stuffers.

Headbands & Wearable Accessories

Wear festive antler headbands and elf ears while crafting holiday decorations and painting Christmas ornaments.

Gift Wrap & Ribbons

Wrap your handmade Christmas craft creations in metallic wrapping paper, satin ribbons, and decorative bows.

Christmas Cards

Send heartfelt Christmas wishes to family and friends with traditional and pop-up festive greeting cards.

Santa Figures & Decor

Decorate your crafting table area with cheerful Santa statues and collectible Father Christmas figures.

All Decorations

Hang your kids' handmade painted ornaments alongside sparkling baubles and tinsel on the Christmas tree.

About Christmas Crafts & Activities at Christmas World

Crafting handmade Christmas decorations brings families together and creates cherished keepsakes that linger long after December ends. At Christmas World, our range of holiday crafts and hands-on activity kits provides hours of creative entertainment during school holiday breaks across Australia.

Featuring DIY ceramic ornament painting sets, foam gingerbread decorating kits, holiday activity pads, and wreath-making supplies, our craft products cater to crafters of all ages. Pair your handmade creations with our christmas jewellery and christmas essentials to fill your home with personal festive charm.

How to Choose the Right Christmas Craft Supplies

Match Craft Complexity to Crafter Skill Level

Select simple sticker activity books and large foam shapes for toddlers, while choosing ceramic painting or wooden construction kits for older children and adults.

Comparing Christmas Crafting Options

Quick Tips for Holiday Crafting Sessions

• Set up a washable craft table covering or newspaper before distributing paint pots and glues.
• Write the crafter's name and year on the back of painted ornaments with fine permanent marker as a keepsake memory.
• Allow painted ceramic and wooden ornaments to dry completely before attaching hanging ribbons.
• Store craft activity kits in a central bin for easy access during rainy school holiday afternoons.

How to Set Up a Kids Christmas Craft Workshop

Organizing an Effortless Craft Station at Home

Creating a structured craft area ensures mess-free creativity for kids and easy cleanup for parents.

1. Cover a kitchen dining table or outdoor outdoor patio table with a protective plastic drop cloth.
2. Set out individual craft kits alongside small water cups for rinsing paintbrushes.
3. Provide paper towels and damp cloths for quick finger cleanups.
4. Hang finished painted ornaments on a drying rack before moving them to the tree.

Caring for and Storing Craft Creation Materials

Preserving Handmade Keepsake Ornaments

Wrap delicate painted ceramic and wooden craft creations individually in tissue paper before storing them in ornament storage boxes.

Off-Season Storage Advice

Store unused craft supplies, paints, and brushes in a sealed plastic storage container kept in a cool dry space away from direct heat.

Craft Activity Safety Tips

• Use only non-toxic, water-washable paints and glues when crafting with young children.
• Provide blunt safety scissors for paper and foam cutting activities.
• Supervise children closely during crafting to prevent paint brushes or small sequins from entering mouths.

Complete the Look

Turn your crafting accomplishments into complete festive home decor. Package handmade gifts inside decorative gift boxes and tins, hand out handmade favours with Christmas bonbons, store festive supplies inside personalized hats, stockings, and sacks, place painted reindeer crafts next to reindeer figures and decor, and hang completed ornaments on your fresh real Christmas tree.

Tips & Guides

Frequently Asked Questions — Christmas Crafts & Activities

Are Christmas World craft paints and adhesives non-toxic for children?

Yes, all craft paints, markers, and glues included in our Christmas activity sets are non-toxic, water-based, and safe for young crafters.

What age ranges are DIY ornament craft kits recommended for?

Our ornament painting and sticker craft sets are designed for kids aged 3 and up, with simpler sticker kits ideal for toddlers and detailed painting kits for older children.

Do craft activity kits include all necessary painting supplies?

Most of our complete Christmas craft kits include pre-moulded ceramic or wooden shapes, non-toxic paint pots, brushes, and hanging ribbons.

How long does acrylic paint on ceramic Christmas ornaments take to dry?

Standard water-based acrylic paints on ceramic or wooden craft ornaments typically dry completely within 20 to 30 minutes at room temperature.

Can completed craft ornaments be hung outdoors on verandahs?

For outdoor display, we recommend sealing painted wooden or ceramic craft creations with a clear weatherproof varnish spray.

How can I prevent paint spills during kids' Christmas crafting sessions?

Cover your table with washable plastic tablecloths or newspaper and provide children with protective painting smocks or aprons.

Are gingerbread craft sets edible or decorative?

We offer both decorative craft foam gingerbread activity sets for display and baking mold activity sets clearly labeled in product descriptions.

How should leftover craft paint pots be stored after crafting?

Seal paint pot lids tightly, wipe paint from rims, and store paint sets in airtight ziplock bags kept in a cool location.