21 Easy Christmas Handprint Crafts for Kids & Family Fun
Looking for the perfect way to capture those tiny hands before they grow too fast?
Christmas handprint crafts create the most treasured keepsakes that will make your heart melt for years to come.
We’ve gathered 21 adorable Christmas handprint crafts that transform little palms and fingers into Santa faces, reindeer antlers, angel wings, and festive Christmas trees.
Get ready to create magical holiday memories that grandparents will absolutely adore!
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1 Handprint Angel Craft
Tiny handprints transform into beautiful angel wings that flutter with childhood magic.
Your child’s hands become the angel’s wings while you create the body and face together. Make the angel look like your little artist or design it as a special gift for grandparents.
Use simple materials like construction paper, markers, and glue to bring this heavenly creation to life. The handprints add that personal touch that makes every angel unique and precious.
This craft works perfectly as a Christmas card or holiday decoration that families will treasure for years.
2 Elf Handprint Craft
Your child’s handprint transforms into an adorable Christmas elf with just a few simple paint strokes. This festive craft captures those tiny fingers perfectly while creating a keepsake you’ll treasure for years.
Start by painting their hand in a solid base color and press it firmly onto paper. Let this completely dry before moving to the next step.
Once dry, add the magical details that bring your elf to life. Paint on a pointed hat, rosy cheeks, and twinkling eyes to complete the transformation.
This two-step process ensures clean lines and prevents smudging, giving you a professional-looking elf that stands out beautifully.
3 Handprint Tree Craft
Brown handprints stacked on top of each other create the perfect tree trunk and branches. Your little one’s hand becomes an instant Christmas tree!
Trace your child’s hand three times on brown paper, then cut them out. Stack and glue the handprints with fingers pointing upward to form branches.
Add colorful paper circles or small pom-poms as ornaments. Finish with a yellow star on top and a small rectangle for the tree base.
This craft grows more meaningful each year as you watch how much those tiny hands have grown!
4 Santa Handprint Craft
Red handprints transform into Santa’s jolly face with just a few simple additions. Your little one’s palm becomes Santa’s hat while their fingers create his fluffy beard.
Grab red paint and press your child’s hand onto white paper. Once dry, add a cotton ball pom-pom at the fingertip for Santa’s hat.
Draw two eyes and a pink nose on the palm area. Your personalized Santa is ready to spread Christmas cheer on cards, frames, or gift tags.
5 Clay Christmas Tree
Transform your child’s handprint into a beautiful clay Christmas tree that becomes a treasured keepsake for years to come.
Simply press their hand into soft clay with fingers spread wide to create the tree shape. The thumb becomes the trunk, while the four fingers form perfect evergreen branches.
Add tiny clay ornaments and a bright star on top to complete your masterpiece. Try making trees in different colors like deep green, snowy white, or even festive red for a unique family collection.
6 Clay Handprint Ornaments
Your child’s handprint becomes art that lasts for years with this simple clay project. These ornaments capture tiny hands perfectly and create treasured keepsakes.
Press little hands into soft clay, then carefully cut around the shape. Let the clay dry completely before decorating.
Transform each handprint into festive characters using paint and simple details. Add ribbon loops for easy hanging on your Christmas tree.
These durable ornaments survive years of holiday decorating, making them perfect family heirlooms that grow more precious over time.
7 Handprint Tree Crafts
Green handprints transform into adorable Christmas trees with just a few simple steps. Your child’s hand becomes the perfect tree shape when pressed onto paper or canvas.
Mix up the colors to create a unique forest effect. Try white trees for a snowy look, pink for a whimsical touch, or traditional green for classic charm.
Add small decorative ornaments using stickers, buttons, or colored dots. Draw a simple brown trunk at the bottom, and your handprint tree craft is ready to display or gift to grandparents.
8 Baby Handprint Ornament
Tiny fingers pressed into clay create the most precious Christmas keepsake you’ll treasure forever. This simple craft captures your baby’s hand at this exact moment in time.
Mix salt dough or use air-dry clay to make the perfect impression. Your little one’s handprint becomes a beautiful ornament that tells the story of their very first Christmas.
Each December, you’ll smile as you hang this memory on your tree. Watch how small those fingers were compared to future years!
9 Simple Handprint Angels
White paint transforms tiny hands into heavenly decorations that bring magic to any room. These adorable angels work perfectly as standalone art or festive garland pieces.
Simply dip your child’s hand in paint and press onto paper. The thumb becomes the angel’s head while fingers form beautiful flowing wings.
Create a charming mini garland by making smaller handprint angels and stringing them along twine. Hang them across mantels, doorways, or windows for instant holiday sparkle.
10 Handprint Tree Skirt
Your family’s handprints become treasured memories on this special tree skirt that grows more meaningful each Christmas.
Have each family member press their hand in paint and create colorful prints around a circular fabric base. Sign and date every handprint to mark the year.
This becomes a beautiful annual tradition where you add new prints each December. Watch as tiny baby hands grow into toddler palms, then bigger kid handprints over the years.
Place it under your Christmas tree as a reminder of precious family moments and how quickly time passes.
11 Handprint Plate Crafts
Your child’s handprint becomes the star of a beautiful keepsake plate that transforms into holiday décor or a special gift for grandparents.
These plates work perfectly for bigger kids who want more creative control over their craft projects. Their handprint serves as the main design element.
Let your child choose the Christmas theme – maybe turning their handprint into a reindeer, Christmas tree, or festive wreath. They can add paint, glitter, or markers around their print to complete the magical design.
12 Handprint Holiday Wreath
Green handprints arranged in a circle create the perfect festive wreath that brings your whole family together. Start with one hand size and work your way around, letting each family member add their unique mark.
Overlap the prints randomly for a natural, full appearance that mimics real evergreen branches. The imperfect placement actually makes it look more authentic and charming.
Finish your masterpiece with a bright red bow at the bottom. Add small details like tiny paper berries or gold glitter dots to make it shine on your front door.
13 Clay Handprint Ornaments
Soft clay captures every tiny detail of your child’s hand, creating a keepsake that lasts for years. These ornaments become more precious as little hands grow bigger.
Air-dry clay works perfectly for this project—no kiln or oven needed. Simply press your child’s hand gently into the flattened clay and let it dry completely.
Add a ribbon hole before the clay sets, then paint or decorate once dry. Write the year and your child’s name on the back for a personal touch.
14 Angel Handprint Card
Your child’s handprints become beautiful angel wings on this heartwarming Christmas card that grandparents absolutely treasure.
Press their hands in white paint and stamp them on cardstock to create the wings. Add a simple circle for the head and draw a sweet face with markers.
Pipe cleaners work perfectly for creating a glowing halo above the angel’s head. Your little one can easily bend and shape them into a circle.
This card becomes a precious keepsake that shows how much those tiny hands have grown each Christmas season.
15 Handprint Reindeer Craft
Brown handprints transform into adorable reindeer faces with just a few simple additions. Your child’s palm becomes the reindeer’s head while their fingers create the perfect antler shape.
Use construction paper for everyday fun or upgrade to cardstock for special gifts. The brown handprint forms your base, then add googly eyes and a red pom-pom nose.
This craft works perfectly for holiday cards or classroom decorations. Kids love seeing their own hands become Santa’s famous helpers!
16 Reindeer Photo Handprints
Your child’s handprint becomes antlers while their photo creates the sweetest reindeer face you’ll ever see! This craft turns ordinary family photos into magical Christmas keepsakes.
Print photos of your whole family and let kids trace their hands above each face. The sillier the photo expression, the more adorable your reindeer turns out.
These photo reindeer work perfectly as refrigerator magnets, place cards, or holiday decorations. Kids love seeing themselves transformed into Santa’s helpers!
17 Handprint Christmas Tree
Family hands come together to create this touching Christmas tree that grows more meaningful each year.
Start with adult handprints at the bottom to form the tree’s base. Then add children’s prints from oldest to youngest, filling upward to create the tree’s natural shape.
The finished piece becomes a beautiful holiday keepsake you’ll treasure forever. Frame your first creation and watch it become one of your family’s most cherished Christmas decorations.
This craft captures everyone’s growth in one simple artwork that tells your family’s story.
18 Handprint Globe Craft
Transform tiny hands into a beautiful winter wonderland with this simple globe craft that creates lasting holiday memories.
Start with a clear plastic or glass globe and have kids dip their hands in green paint. Press each handprint onto the globe’s surface to create mini evergreen trees.
Let the paint dry completely, then encourage children to add festive decorations around their tree handprints. They can paint snowflakes, stars, or winter animals between the trees.
This craft works perfectly for classroom groups where everyone contributes one handprint, creating a collaborative winter scene that celebrates the season together.
19 Handprint Tree Ornaments
Tiny handprints transform plain Christmas ornaments into treasured family keepsakes that sparkle on your tree for years to come.
Choose different sized ornaments to match each family member’s hand perfectly. Larger ornaments work best for adult hands, while smaller ones suit little fingers.
Work in stages for the cleanest results. Let each paint layer dry completely before adding the next handprint or decorative details.
These personalized ornaments make wonderful gifts for grandparents and create beautiful memories of how small those precious hands once were.
20 Handprint Nutcracker Craft
Colorful handprints transform into charming nutcracker soldiers with just a few simple supplies. Your child’s hand becomes the nutcracker’s body and hat in one easy print.
Add a festive face with markers or paint between the thumb and fingers. Draw on a big mustache, rosy cheeks, and a soldier’s serious expression for the classic look.
Want to shake things up? Try googly eyes and silly grins instead of traditional faces. These playful nutcrackers always steal the show at holiday parties and make guests smile.
21 Santa Handprint Craft
Red paint transforms your child’s handprint into jolly old Santa himself! Simply paint their palm and fingers, press onto white paper, and watch the magic unfold.
The thumb becomes Santa’s adorable face while the four fingers create his iconic hat. Add googly eyes, a pink nose, and cotton ball beard for extra charm.
This classic craft never gets old and makes perfect keepsakes for grandparents. Your little ones will giggle with delight seeing their hand become Santa!
