4 illustrated stepsGolden paper-loop corn
Turn little paper loops into a golden ear of corn with two sweeping green husks for your Thanksgiving table.
30 minBeginnerEst. $1–3
Holiday crafts, one happy step at a time
Choose a celebration, gather a few supplies, and make something worth keeping. Our newest guides lead each collection, with supply lists, numbered steps, and close-up illustrations to help you see how the pieces come together.
The newest guides use AI-generated craft illustrations alongside written measurements. Time and cost are planning estimates. These projects await hands-on maker testing, so try a small sample first.
Thanksgiving crafts
See all Thanksgiving crafts A little gratitude, made by hand
Make room at the table for paper leaves, thoughtful place settings, and small ways to share what you’re thankful for.
4 illustrated steps
4 illustrated stepsA little pumpkin-pie bunting
Make six cheerful paper pie slices and fold their tabs over a cord for a Thanksgiving garland.
35 minBeginnerEst. $2–4
Starter projectThe table runner everyone helps make
Create a paper keepsake covered in drawings, thank-yous and tiny family stories.
30 minBeginnerEst. $3–6
Starter projectLittle turkey fans for the table
Accordion-fold a colorful tail and add a handwritten name to each cheerful bird.
40 minBeginnerEst. $3–7
Christmas crafts
See all Christmas crafts Small makes for a merry Christmas
Add a handmade touch to the tree, the gift wrap, or a quiet afternoon. Start with a simple paper project and make it your own.
4 illustrated stepsPaper cone angels
Shape a simple paper semicircle into a little standing angel, then add folded wings and a friendly face.
25 minBeginnerEst. $1–3
4 illustrated stepsFolded paper gift bows
Accordion-fold one rectangle into a generous paper bow and finish it with two neatly notched tails.
20 minBeginnerEst. Under $2
4 illustrated stepsA winter world inside a tiny box
Build depth with layered paper snow, folded evergreens and a moon in a pocket-size winter scene.
45 minBeginnerEst. $2–5
Starter projectWrapping paper with tiny-maker energy
Transform a large sheet of paper into personal gift wrap with cheerful crayon marks.
15 minBeginnerEst. $2–4
Hanukkah crafts
See all Hanukkah crafts Paper keepsakes for Hanukkah
Create thoughtful decorations and keepsakes for the celebration. These paper projects belong safely away from candles and other flames.
4 illustrated stepsHanukkah dreidel hangers
Join four folded paper silhouettes into a dimensional dreidel decoration with a little hanging loop.
30 minBeginnerEst. $1–3
Starter projectA paper hanukkiah for little hands
Arrange eight paper candles and a distinct shamash in a colorful Hanukkah collage.
25 minBeginnerEst. $2–5
Starter projectAn eight-night Hanukkah memory book
Make a small family book for drawings, traditions and one good memory each night.
40 minBeginnerEst. $3–6
Starter projectHanukkah gift sleeves in blue and gold
Cut layered paper bands that give a little gift a thoughtful handmade finish.
40 minBeginnerEst. $4–8
New Year crafts
See all New Year crafts Make a little magic for the new year
Welcome a fresh start with paper decorations, cheerful table details, and a small project to make before the countdown.
4 illustrated stepsNew Year party crowns
Cut a row of cheerful paper points, add a little color and fit a soft paper crown for the countdown.
20 minBeginnerEst. $1–3
Starter projectA little jar of possibilities
Make room for good things in the year ahead.
20 minBeginnerEst. $0–5
Free templateA little wish to take home
Personalized favor tags for a fresh start.
25 minBeginnerEst. $3–7
Starter projectLittle countdown envelopes
Fill an early-evening countdown with tiny activities and favorite memories.
30 minBeginnerEst. $3–6