This paper cup Christmas tree project is a wonderfully enjoyable holiday decoration and a simple Christmas craft idea for children of every age.
Whether you are a teacher searching for easy Christmas classroom activities, a librarian planning a library project, or a parent crafting at home, this Christmas tree activity requires just a handful of supplies.
Creating these Christmas trees from paper cups is a delightful family holiday activity to enjoy while waiting for Santa’s arrival.
Do you have a preschooler or kindergartner who needs an uncomplicated Christmas craft to complete independently on a snowy December day? When it is too chilly to head outdoors and play, gather a paper cup, a paper roll, and a few additional supplies to decorate this Christmas tree craft.
For our Christmas tree project, we chose a large pom pom, paper stars, and pom pom trim, although any decorations will work. Attach bright pom poms to the paper cup and place a large paper star on top, or decorate it with plastic gems and finish it with a big ribbon. There are countless options, which is exactly why this paper cup Christmas tree activity is so enjoyable.
Additional Christmas tree crafts for children
The paper loops give this lovely, simple construction paper Christmas tree craft an appealing three-dimensional look. Teachers can also use it as a charming Christmas decoration for the home or a festive bulletin board project.
This enjoyable Christmas tree activity brings together paper plates and construction paper. It is ideal for the classroom, where students can paint their plates in any colors they choose. Once finished, hang the Christmas creations in the hallways for everyone to admire.
Children will have a great time creating and wearing these Christmas tree paper hats at school during a holiday classroom party or at home while counting down to Christmas Day. They can color the tree, lights, and candy canes, or choose the ready-colored headband.
Christmas tree craft with a paper cup
Materials:
Steps for making a paper cup Christmas tree craft
First, cut a section of pom pom trim and attach it around the bottom of a green paper cup. Without a green cup, simply paint a white paper cup green as an additional step.
Punch several paper stars with a star punch, then glue them across the paper cup.
Finish the cup by gluing a large pom pom to its top. If one is unavailable, create your own with yarn and a pom pom maker. Making pom poms is an entertaining project for children of all ages and grown-ups too.
Position a paper roll beneath the cup and fasten the two pieces with hot glue. Depending on their age, children may be able to complete this part themselves, or an adult can handle it. For younger children, low-temperature glue is a suitable alternative.