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🎄 Christmas Craft Countdown – (December 25)
Craft: “The Name Above Every Name Ornament” ✨👑✝️ Theme: Celebrating the birth of Jesus — not just as a baby in a manger, but as King, Savior, and Lord. This is a beautiful Christmas Day keepsake you’ll want to hang every year. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Clear ornament (plastic or glass) Gold or white cardstock strips Gold paint pen or black marker Gold ribbon or twine Optional: Gold glitter or confetti Mini cross charm Small star charm White feathers (symbol of heaven & peace)
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 25, 20252 min read


🎄 Christmas Craft Countdown – (December 24)
Craft: “The Empty Manger Candle” 🕯️✨👶 Theme: Waiting in quiet expectation — the manger is ready, the Light is about to come. This is a reverent, simple, and powerful Christmas Eve craft that fits perfectly with candlelight, prayer, and reflection. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small wooden manger OR shallow wooden tray / box lid Raffia, hay, or shredded paper (for straw) White pillar candle or LED candle Gold star (wooden, sticker, or cutout) Gold paint pen or marker Optional:
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 24, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 45 (December 23)
“Manger Countdown Stones” 🪨✨👶 Theme: Slowing down, one stone at a time, as we prepare our hearts for the birth of Jesus. This craft is beautiful for families, prayer time, and Christmas Eve anticipation. ❤️ What You’ll Need: 7–10 smooth stones (river rocks or flat pebbles) A shallow basket, bowl, or wooden tray White or gold paint pen Black marker Optional: Small wooden manger or straw Raffia or shredded paper Mini scripture cards ✨ Directions: 1. Prepare the Stones Wash
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 23, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 44 (December 22)
Craft: “Old Sled Christmas Sign” (Sled Repurpose) 🛷🎄✨ Theme: Turning something from the past into a joyful message of Christmas — simple, nostalgic, and faith-filled. This is a SHOWSTOPPER on porches, entryways, and walls! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Old wooden sled (or sled décor piece) White or neutral paint (optional) Black marker, paint pen, or vinyl letters Greenery (pine, cedar, or faux) Red ribbon or buffalo-plaid ribbon Hot glue gun or zip ties Optional: Bells Wooden s
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 22, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 43 (December 21)
Craft: “Lighted Ladder Christmas Tree” (Ladder Repurpose) 🎄💡✨ Theme: Letting the light of Christ shine — building upward in faith as we prepare our hearts for Christmas. This craft is STUNNING at night and looks amazing on porches, patios, and inside entryways. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Old wooden ladder (step ladder or straight ladder) String lights (white or warm white work beautifully) Green garland (pine, cedar, or faux greenery) Zip ties or twist ties Star topper (meta
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 21, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 42 (December 20)
Craft: “Trash Can Snowman” (Outdoor Repurpose Craft) ☃️❄️✨ Theme: Turning the ordinary into joy — a cheerful snowman that makes everyone smile and spreads Christmas cheer. This is a FAVORITE because it’s inexpensive, durable, and perfect for porches and yards! ❤️ What You’ll Need: 2–3 plastic trash cans (white or light-colored work best) Black duct tape or outdoor vinyl Orange poster board or foam (for carrot nose) Old scarf Black hat (top hat, bucket, or repurposed flow
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 20, 20252 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 41 (December 19)
“Oversized Candy Cane Yard Decor (Pool Noodle Repurpose)” 🍬🎄✨ Theme: Sweet reminders of God’s love — bold, joyful decorations that make people smile. These giant candy canes are inexpensive, weather-friendly, and PERFECT for outdoor decorating! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Pool noodles (white works best) Red duct tape or red outdoor tape Heat gun or hair dryer (optional, for bending) Garden stakes or rebar (for yard placement) Clear outdoor tape Optional: Clear spray sealant B
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 19, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 39 (December 17)
“Giant Outdoor Present (Box Repurpose)” 🎁✨ Theme: Turning what we already have into something joyful — just like God transforms ordinary things into something beautiful. This craft pairs PERFECTLY with your oversized ornaments and looks amazing on porches, lawns, and entryways. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Large cardboard box (shipping box, appliance box, or storage box) Outdoor wrapping paper OR plastic tablecloths OR painted plastic drop cloth Wide ribbon or outdoor mesh ribb
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 18, 20252 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 39 (December 17)
Craft: “Oversized Outdoor Ornament Topiary (Bucket Repurpose)” 🎄🪣✨ Theme: Turning everyday items into joyful outdoor Christmas décor — bold, festive, and full of cheer. This craft looks high-end , but it’s made from simple, repurposed items! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Large plastic bucket, planter, or laundry basket (repurposed) Large ball (playground ball, yoga ball, or plastic ball) Spray paint (outdoor-safe: red, green, gold, or silver) Plastic bowl (for ornament cap) Hea
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 17, 20252 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 37 (December 15)
Craft: “Keep Christ in Christmas Mini Sign” ✝️🎄✨ Theme: A simple but powerful reminder that Jesus is the heart of the season. This craft is quick, meaningful, and perfect for homes, offices, classrooms, and gifting. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small wood block , canvas, or thick cardstock White or neutral paint (optional) Black marker, paint pen, or vinyl letters Red or green paint/pen Mini wooden cross or cross drawn with pen Hot glue gun Optional: Mini greenery Red berries Twi
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 15, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 36 (December 14)
Craft: “Faith, Hope & Love Paper Star Ornaments” ⭐❤️✨ Theme: Three simple stars representing the heart of Christmas — Faith, Hope, and Love. These look beautiful on the tree, gift packages, garlands, or as keepsakes. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Cardstock or scrapbook paper (white, gold, red, or kraft) Star template (5-point or 6-point) Markers or paint pens (gold, white, black) Glue or double-sided tape Ribbon or twine Scissors Optional: Glitter Lace or burlap accents Mini bells
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 14, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 35 (December 13)
Craft: “Advent Scripture Candle Rings” 🕯️📖✨ Theme: Preparing our hearts for Christmas by surrounding the light with God’s Word. These candle rings are beautiful for tables, mantels, prayer spaces, and Advent reflections. ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small grapevine wreaths (or wire rings) Pillar candles or LED candles Printed scripture strips (on cardstock or parchment-style paper) Mini clothespins or twine Faux greenery (pine, cedar, eucalyptus) Red berries , cinnamon sticks
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 13, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 34 (December 12)
Craft: “Christmas Blessings Memory Jar” ✨🙏🎄 Theme: A beautiful jar where you write down blessings, answered prayers, and moments of joy all season long — then read them on Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve. This craft becomes a keepsake of God’s faithfulness! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Mason jar or decorative jar Christmas scrapbook paper or cardstock Ribbon or twine Small tag Markers or gel pens Mini clothespins (optional) Glitter, stickers, or embellishments Optional extras:
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 12, 20252 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 33 (December 11)
Craft: “Scripture Star Ornament” ⭐📖✨ Theme: A shining star that carries the Word of God — a reminder of the star that led the world to Jesus. This is an inexpensive craft with a high-end, elegant look ! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Wooden star (or cardstock star cutout) Gold or white paint Thin black marker or gel pen Ribbon (gold, white, or red) Mod Podge (optional for sealing) Optional decorations: Glitter Rhinestones Mini greenery Gold edges using a paint pen ✨ Directions: 1
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 11, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 32 (December 10)
Craft: “Nativity Pebble Art Plaque” 🪨✨👶🌟 Theme: A simple, earthy nativity scene made from small pebbles — a stunning reminder of the humble birth of Jesus. This craft looks high-end , but is amazingly easy and budget-friendly! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small flat pebbles (from the yard, craft store, or Dollar Tree) Wood plaque , small canvas, or cardstock background Hot glue gun Twine or thin rope Gold paint pen Optional: Moss or raffia Mini wooden star White paint for snow
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 10, 20252 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 30 (December 8)
Craft: “Snowflake Prayer Spinner” ❄️🙏✨ Theme: A beautiful snowflake that spins to reveal different people or things to pray for — a meaningful way to keep Christ at the center of the season. Perfect for families, classrooms, Sunday school, or personal devotion time! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Cardstock (white, blue, or silver) Snowflake cutout (paper or foam) Brad fastener (paper fastener) Circle cutout (acts as the spinner base) Markers or gel pens Hole punch Optional: Gli
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 8, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 29 (December 7)
Craft: “Gingerbread House Bookmark” 🍪📖🏠 Theme: A cute gingerbread-themed bookmark to remind us that God builds our lives with love and sweetness. Perfect for Bible study groups, kids’ crafts, stocking stuffers, or attaching to a Christmas card! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Brown cardstock or craft foam White paint pen or white gel pen (for icing) Markers (red, green, black) Small stickers (gumdrops, peppermints, hearts) Ribbon or yarn Hole punch Optional: Glitter glue Mini
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 7, 20251 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 28 (December 6)
Craft: “Little Drummer Boy Tin Can Drum Ornament” 🥁✨ Theme: A joyful reminder that every gift we give — big or small — is beautiful when given to Jesus. This craft is cute, inexpensive, and looks AMAZING on a Christmas tree! ❤️ What You’ll Need: Small tin can (tuna can, small veggie can, or cat food can washed well) Red, green, or gold paint Gold string or twine Toothpicks or mini dowels Small wooden beads (drumstick ends) Hot glue gun Ribbon Optional: Glitter Gold tape
Sarah Skaggs
Dec 6, 20252 min read


🎁 Christmas Craft Countdown – Day 11Craft: “Snowy Bethlehem Silhouette Ornament”
Craft: “Snowy Bethlehem Silhouette Ornament” 🌟❄️ Theme: A peaceful winter night in Bethlehem, celebrating the birth of our Savior. ✨ What You’ll Need: 1 clear plastic or glass ornament (flat or round) Black cardstock (for the silhouette) White glitter or faux snow Mod Podge or clear glue Tweezers Silver ribbon or twine Optional embellishments: Gold star sticker Mini rhinestones Silver paint pen 🌙 Directions: 1. Create the Bethlehem Silhouette Cut a small curved stri
Sarah Skaggs
Nov 20, 20251 min read
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