Silent Night Nativity Scene

When you begin pulling out your Christmas decorations, you should learn how to make a manger scene to go with them. This Silent Night Nativity Scene will be an amazing addition to your other holiday decor. A precious decoration like this might end up being passed down from generation to generation. This DIY nativity scene will get you feeling crafty this holiday season. Be creative and make a Silent Night Nativity Scene for you and the family to enjoy.

Primary TechniqueWood Crafts

Easy

SeasonWinter

Materials:

5/8″ cedar or pine wood
1/8” plywood for the star
Band saw or jigsaw
Template for wood pieces to cut out
Sand paper
Acrylic craft paint (use whatever color you prefer)
Paint brushes (mini roller and fine brushes)
Matte finish varnish

Instructions:

Using the template, cut out shapes and then trace all the shapes (excluding the star) onto your cedar/pine and then cut out your pieces of wood using the saw. Do the same with the star using the 1/8″ plywood.
Sand all the edges of your wood until they are pretty smooth.
Starting with the people pieces, paint on the faces and shawls – just keep it a simple design (feel free to draw a little outline with a pencil on the wood first if that helps).
Paint the star gold.
Paint the edges of the trees, arch and people using the mini roller.
When the paint has dried, glue the star onto the arch.

Notes:

Cover and seal everything with a coat of matte finish varnish

Celebrate With More Christmas Craft Ideas

If you enjoyed making the Silent Night Nativity Scene, you might also enjoy creating these other Christmas crafts:

1. Handmade Christmas Ornaments: Get in the holiday spirit by creating your own personalized Christmas ornaments. Whether you choose to paint, decorate, or even fill clear ornaments with glitter and other festive materials, making your own ornaments is a fun way to add a personal touch to your Christmas tree.

2. Holiday Wreath: Put your creativity to work and make a beautiful holiday wreath to hang on your front door. There are endless possibilities when it comes to designing a wreath - from traditional evergreen and berries to more modern and quirky options. Gather some supplies like ribbon, faux greenery, and ornaments, and let your imagination run wild.

3. DIY Advent Calendar: Count down the days until Christmas with a handmade advent calendar. Create individual pockets, envelopes, or boxes to hold small treats or notes for each day leading up to Christmas. You can use paper, fabric, or even upcycled materials to make your calendar unique and special. This project will not only be fun to make but will also become a cherished part of your holiday tradition.

These Christmas craft projects will keep you busy and creative throughout the holiday season, just like the Silent Night Nativity Scene. Enjoy crafting and spreading holiday cheer!