Introduction
Welcome to our collection of Christmas craft ideas for creating adorable handprint reindeer decorations. Whether you're looking to add a touch of nostalgia to your Christmas decorations or looking for a fun and thoughtful gift for family and friends, these reindeer handprint ornaments are sure to impress. Each one is unique and made with love, just like all of our other handmade crafts.
Materials Needed
To create your handprint reindeer ornament, you'll need the following supplies:
- White or pastel cardstock
- Acrylic or tempera paint
- Paintbrushes of various sizes
- Markers or colored pencils
- Glue
- Scissors
- Paper for background (optional)
- Single hole punch
- Ribbons or string for hanging
- Optional: Christmas decorations such as pom-poms, beads, or paint pens
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Cardstock
Fold your white cardstock in half to create a triangular shape, or create a simple card by cutting a square or rectangle from the paper.
2. Draw the Reindeer Design
Use a pencil or charcoal pencil to outline your handprint with a rough outline. Draw the outline of a reindeer, including antlers, a body, head, and tail. Make sure to add space for the reindeer's eyes and nose.
3. Color the Handprint
Using the paintbrushes, paint your child's handprint with brown acryllic paint. The paint should be thick enough to cover the entire handprint area but not so thick that it covers the details of the reindeer design.
4. Press the Handprint onto the Cardstock
Gently press your child's handprint onto the center of the folded cardstock or onto the prepared background paper. Make sure the handprint is centered and aligned with the reindeer design.
5. Add Details
Once the paint has dried completely, use the markers or colored pencils to add details to your reindeer. You can draw antlers, a mane, eyes, a nose, and even a mouth.
6. Assemble the Ornament
Once you're happy with the details, cut out the reindeer shape from the cardstock. If you're using a background, cut it out as well, leaving a border around your reindeer.
7. Decorate the Ornament
Add any additional decorations to your ornament, such as glueing on pom-poms for eyes or adding a red ribbon for a necklace.
8. Hang the Ornament
Tie a piece of string or ribbon around the top of the ornament, or use a small loop to create a loop for hanging. You can hang your reindeer ornament from a Christmas tree, mantle, or wall.
##That's it, your handprint reindeer ornament is completeļ¼This craft is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate the festive season. Whether you're making it for yourself or for gift giving, it's sure to be a hit with family and friends. Be sure to check out our other Christmas crafts for more inspiration and ideas. Happy crafting and happy holidays from all of us at Fun Handprint Art Blog.
