Santa Goes Nuts

"See how my Santa Claus went crackers in this super simple craft that takes less than 5 minutes to make. This ornament is a would be Santa Claus who went a little nuts and turned out to look a lot more like a toy soldier from the Nutcracker Suite Ballet. So if you are nuts about nutcrackers, then this is for you and your holiday decor. A huge bonus is that there is no messy paint involved."

Primary TechniqueGeneral Crafts

NotesQuick craft - under 5 minutes to make.

Celebrate With More Christmas Craft Ideas

If you had fun creating the Santa Goes Nuts ornament, then you'll love these other Christmas craft ideas that are just as easy and festive!

1. Nutcracker Snow Globe: Create your own DIY snow globe featuring a nutcracker figure. Simply glue a small plastic nutcracker toy to the inside of a mason jar lid, add some fake snow or glitter, fill the jar with water, and screw on the lid. Shake it up and watch the snow fall around your cute nutcracker figure.

2. Pom-Pom Santa Hats: Make adorable miniature Santa hats out of red and white pom-poms. Glue a red pom-pom to the top of a white one, then attach a small white pom-pom to the tip for the fuzzy white trim. Glue a small bell to the end for an extra festive touch. These little hats can be used as ornaments, gift toppers, or even as decorations for your table setting.

3. Nutcracker Wreath: Turn a plain wreath into a holiday masterpiece by adding small toy nutcracker figures around the edges. Simply secure the figures with hot glue or tie them on with ribbon. You can also embellish the wreath with other festive accents like mini ornaments, bows, or fake snow for a whimsical touch.

These crafts are perfect for adding a touch of holiday cheer to your home decor and are sure to delight anyone who loves the whimsy of the Christmas season. Happy crafting!