5 Christmas Craft Ideas to Put You in the Holiday Mood

Making festive crafts together is a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit in 2022! Get your loved ones or even your co-workers together and plan an afternoon of creativity to get everyone into the holiday spirit. With our crafty Christmas party ideas, all the planning is done for you so you just have to invite your people and maybe prepare some mugs of hot chocolate.

Whether you're searching for things to do in NYC that are a little more cozy than hitting up some of the touristy Christmas destinations such as the Rockefeller tree, or you're in the market for San Francisco activities that will transport you to a winter wonderland, we've got you covered. If your favorite people are all scattered across the country, then an online class is the way to go. No matter your location, we have an in person or virtual experience that will strike your fancy for sure. 

When it comes to selecting which crafts your family would like to get involved in, the options are truly diverse and include both online and face-to-face workshops. For example, you could create your own hand-lettered greetings cards, learn to paint some vibrant festive ornaments, or even make some exquisite hand-crafted gifts out of wood for family and friends.

So, if you can't wait to get crafting and fill your hearts with festive cheer, read on to discover our top 5 Christmas craft ideas guaranteed to get you in get you in a festive mood.

1. Create your own Christmas wreaths

At Christmastime, nothing is as inviting as like a gorgeous wreath on your front door. It will welcome any friends and relatives that come to visit you this season, and also add some lovely Christmas spirit to your home. It's easy to learn with one of our DIY workshops and you'll love surrounding yourself with the lovely scents that remind you of the holidays.

Book an artificial wreath making at home class that you and your loved ones can all share together, even if you live in different parts of the country. Making homemade wreaths is a relaxing, even therapeutic experience that will give you all a chance to connect with nature a bit, since you'll be using natural foliage, while at the same time staying cozy inside. It doesn't matter if you and your relatives live as far apart as New York to San Francisco, you can all reconnect through this enjoyable virtual workshop, brought to you by The Crafty Kit. Before your Christmas party activities start, you will each receive your own DIY wreath-making kit in the mail, with all the materials you need to create your stunning festive wreath.

2. Make festive decorations

Painting ornaments is one of the most versatile DIY Christmas crafts - you can enjoy it with your kids and friends, or do it as a Christmas party craft for your office. Take an engaging hands-on painting class and you'll soon be enjoying those festive vibes as you paint your own personalized designs on wooden ornaments. Whether you want to deck your halls with colorful robins, snowmen, or good old Saint Nick himself, you will finish the class with some beautiful handcrafts and plenty of seasonal cheer. It's also a great way to bond and reconnect with your loved ones via Zoom.

Another great idea is making handmade Christmas greeting cards you can send in the mail. DIY cards are guaranteed to make the day of the person you send them to, they just have a way of making people smile and feel special. Fortunately, we have just the workshop for you: DIY Card Making, brought to you by Dragonfly Designs. This creative class comes with a well-stocked DIY craft kit which you will receive in time for the session, bursting with artistic goodies to help you create your cards. Before you know it, you'll have picked up an array of awesome paper-crafting tips and techniques, which will stand you in good stead for Christmas and many other special occasions to come!

3. Uplifting Christmas craft ideas

Christmastime marks the end of the year, and it's a great time to be reflective and think about everything that happened last year in your life. Why not make a visual representation of this process? You can do this by signing you and your relatives up for a joyful gratitude collage workshop, held at the delightful Spark Studio in central San Francisco.

You'll be sure to experience lots of good vibes when you invite your friends or family to enjoy this class with you. Making time to be grateful has been shown to have positive effects on mental health and well-being, and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face as you realize how many blessings life has given you. What could be more ‘Christmassy’ than sharing this joy with your loved ones?

4. Try something new for Christmas dinner

Some people look forward to Christmas for the gifts, while others are all about the food. If you're in the latter category, the best way to celebrate the season is with a holiday cooking class! You can learn how to make a classic holiday meal or try a world cuisine to make Christmas dinner even more memorable. Whether you're an experienced home cook or more of a beginner, our teachers make it easy to follow along in a supportive setting. 

And when it comes to Christmas treats, it doesn't always have to be about cookies (though cookies are wonderful!) For bakers looking to try something a little different this year, try making something different this year by trying one of our vegan baking classes or try making Japanese desserts. You'll love learning something new and the people on your gift list will appreciate getting to try your holiday goodies!

5. Bake a yule log

For Christmas baking ideas that will be sure to generate lots of likes on social media, try our Make a Christmas Yule log class. A pastry chef will guide you as you learn how to bake a special holiday cake that reminds you of winter and tastes heavenly. You'll bake a light sponge cake and decorate it with delicious buttercream. This French dessert is a traditional Christmas cake and a sweet way to end a holiday meal.

So, there you have it - five fun-filled Christmas craft ideas that are sure to get you in the mood for decking the halls! Whichever holiday party ideas you try, you will have plenty of fun and pick up some interesting new skills, while reconnecting with your family and friends. It's the perfect way to get the holidays off to a joyous start.