As Christmas approaches, it’s the perfect time to engage your kids in creative and fun activities that not only bring joy but also enhance their creativity and cognitive skills. One such activity is crafting beautiful Christmas trees using toilet paper rolls. Yes, those simple rolls can be transformed into stunning and attractive decorations!
This craft encourages kids to use their creativity and imagination in decorating their trees cutting, painting, and gluing to help in developing fine motor skills. Using recycled materials teaches kids the importance of reusing and reducing waste. It’s a great activity for family bonding, as you can work together to create these decorations. Completing the project gives kids a sense of achievement and pride in their work. This activity not only creates a festive atmosphere but also provides educational and developmental benefits for children. Plus, it’s a great way to add a personal touch to your holiday decor
How to Make a Tree
Materials you need
Green paper tubes (like the cores of toilet paper rolls or kitchen paper rolls)
Paint (green if you want to match the tubes to a traditional Christmas tree color)
Glue or a hot glue gun
Scissors
Christmas ornaments in various colors
A base (could be a cardboard or wooden circle)
If the tubes aren’t already green, paint them and let them dry. Cut the tubes into different lengths if you want to vary the height of each “branch” of your tree. Arrange the tubes in a triangular shape on a flat surface to mimic the shape of a Christmas tree. You can start with one tube at the top and increase the number as you move down to create the shape. Once you’re satisfied with the layout, use glue or a hot glue gun to attach the tubes at the edges where they touch. Allow the glue to dry thoroughly. Attach the tubes to a sturdy base. You can use a cardboard circle painted green or another material that can support the weight of the tubes and ornaments. Once the glue is dry, and your tree structure is stable, hang the Christmas ornaments inside the tubes. Distribute the colors evenly or create a pattern according to your preference.If desired, add a star on top or other decorations to give it a more festive look. Place it on a table or shelf where it can be displayed.
Remember, the sizes of the ornaments and the tubes need to be compatible so the ornaments can hang nicely without falling out. The ornaments in the image appear to be small enough to fit inside the tubes without dropping through.
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