🎁 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 flower pot)

• Strong adhesive or zip ties

• Optional:

  • Battery fairy lights

  • Stick arms (real branches or pool noodles)

  • Buttons (vinyl circles or painted lids)

  • Red berries or greenery

✨ Directions:

1. Stack the Snowman

Stack trash cans upside-down:

• 1 can = simple snowman

• 2–3 cans = full snowman body

Secure them together with zip ties or heavy-duty tape.

2. Create the Face

• Use black duct tape circles or vinyl for eyes and mouth

• Cut a triangle carrot nose from orange poster board and glue it on

3. Add Buttons

Use tape, vinyl circles, or paint lids black and glue them down the front.

4. Dress the Snowman

Wrap an old scarf around the “neck” area.Add a hat on top — a black trash can lid, bucket, or flower pot works great!

5. Optional Lighting

Place battery fairy lights inside the cans so the snowman glows at night.

6. Display

Place:

• On the porch

• Near the front door

• In the yard

• Beside giant presents or oversized ornaments

They look AMAZING paired with candy cane yard decor!

✝️ Faith Reflection:

Psalm 118:24 (KJV)“This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”

This snowman reminds us to rejoice, be playful, and find joy in simple things — even during the busiest season.