Today we made a simple popsicle stick Christmas Tree ornament. It’s one you’ve probably seen before – it’s a classic!
One of the things that I love about this craft is that it is extremely simple, yet fun for a variety of different ages. They also look fabulous on the tree {bonus- they don’t break easily} and make great gifts for friends and family!
Materials Needed for Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Ornaments:
- Colored Popsicle Sticks
- Glue
- Gems
- Scissors
- String
I am absolutely in love with this packet of Gems. We have used these for everything from slime to sensory bin play to a variety of different crafts. My daughter will even ask to incorporate them into a variety of different pretend play scenes. But my favorite part? They come in a variety of sizes and if you have a child that likes to mouth items (like my son) they do carry pieces fairly large pieces.
Directions for Popsicle Stick Christmas Ornaments:
Give each child participating their own pile of materials and let them create as much as they can on their own. While glue bottles can be tricky -and messy- this is a great chance to teach children how much glue to use and get them squeezing {which is excellent for fine motor}.
Glue your Popsicle sticks into a triangle.
Generously space out dots of glue to add gems to.
Let kiddos create their own designs and patterns for the Christmas tree ornaments using jewels.
Set aside to dry. Once dry add a string to the top, tie, and hang on your Christmas tree! A super simple fine motor activity and beautiful Christmas ornament!