Add a sprinkle of gingerbread charm to your home this season with DIY gingerbread Christmas decor and crafts for kids and adults.
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Gingerbread Christmas Decor
There is something about gingerbread crafts and decor that is so warm and cozy. It truly signifies the holiday season and adds instant charm to any space.
Once I decided to decorate my Christmas tree with a gingerbread theme, I quickly fell down a rabbit hole with all things gingerbread.
Have you seen all the gingerbread displays in the home stores? I have to avoid that section of the store now! It’s too tempting.
I’ve really enjoyed creating these projects and realized how many others are fans of this theme as well.
So, I reached out to the blogging community and asked for their best gingerbread Christmas decor and crafts. They did not disappoint!
Get ready for cuteness overload with this collection of home decorating ideas and craft ideas for kids and adults. Enjoy!
Gingerbread Christmas Decor and Crafts
Here is a quick, easy and beautiful holiday decorating idea. Simply place some Epsom salt at the bottom of a covered glass container and then add a gingerbread house on top. Super pretty!
Discover how simple it is to create a charming gingerbread snow globe centerpiece for your festive table using a secondhand Christmas village house.
Craft your own gingerbread village homes that draw inspiration from the luxurious Pottery Barn designs, all while spending much less.
Make the cutest clay gingerbread ornaments complete with a candy cane. Such a fun addition to a tree or to add to a wrapped present.
Design your unique gingerbread village using this charming printable collection! Simply download, print, and cut out these pretty houses to incorporate into your decorations!
Why not decorate your bathroom for the holidays? It all started with a Gingerbread shower curtain on clearance for just $2.50. Then, just add other Christmas-themed Gingerbread items to complete the decor.
These charming porch planter decorations, reminiscent of gingerbread, look almost real! They will bring a splash of color and shine to your front porch.
Add a whimsical touch to your hot cocoa bar with adorable gingerbread mugs complete with faux whipped cream toppers.
Check out this delightful embroidered felt gingerbread house ornament and grab your free downloadable pattern file.
Get inspired by these neutral tree decorating ideas with a gingerbread theme.
These super sweet homemade gingerbread sugar scrub men smell amazing! They make a great gift idea or festive indulgence for your skin.
This gingerbread house candle holder is one of my favorite holiday crafts. It is made with 2 Dollar Tree doll houses.
Regardless of whether you're an experienced DIY enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of arts and crafts, creating your own ceramic gingerbread man ornament is an easy project to make.
If you are a fan of gingerbread, you must try making this completely edible Gingerbread Wreath. It's a festive treat that also serves as a charming gift for your friends.
Let me show you how I made this DIY gingerbread-themed Christmas Tree from Dollar Tree supplies. It's perfect for the kitchen.
If you're in search of an fun activity for the whole family, or if you simply wish to craft something unique for your holiday tree, consider creating Christmas spice ornaments.
Turn plain glass ornaments into super cute gingerbread themed ornaments with acrylic paint and puffy paint.
Learn how to make a gingerbread person made from clay pots. Use small clay pots, paint, googly eyes and a few other Dollar Tree craft supplies for a delightful decoration.
Transform an old canning jar lid into an adorable gingerbread man with this fun ornament project! It's a fantastic way to repurpose lids that you no longer need for canning.
Use inexpensive kraft paper to craft a gingerbread men themed advent calendar.
Here's a guide to crafting a custom wooden sign that you can use as decoration for your front door or as wall art.
Create charming gingerbread men ornaments that are scented beautifully. They have a delightful fragrance and add a lovely touch to a decorated Christmas tree.
Download the free gingerbread man crochet pattern to make gingerbreads that are both thick and flat. You can craft an entire gingerbread family!
Create these gingerbread charms for a cool DIY project. Even if you're a beginner with clay, you'll find that crafting these adorable figures is quite easy.
Gingerbread Crafts for Kids
These craft ideas are made with the kiddos in mind. From toddlers to teens, there are projects for all ages.
Use fast-drying paint stickers to craft adorable gingerbread houses using repurposed cardboard. A cute gift-wrapping idea.
This gingerbread playdough recipe combines some of the favorite spices associated with gingerbread into a wonderfully fragrant dough ball that the kids will love!
Make charming large-scale decorations effortlessly and without any mess by following these easy steps using cardboard.
If you’re cultivating herbs and spices indoors, adding these charming gingerbread spoon puppets to your pots would make for darling holiday decorations!
Creating a gingerbread house using a paper bag is a fantastic activity to engage children in the holiday spirit. They have the freedom to color the candy embellishments however they like for a one-of-a-kind decoration!
We all know how much kids love slime. This gingerbread slime has a runny, frothy texture and resembles a liquid more than anything else. It's an excellent choice for sensory bins, particularly for young children who are developing their skills.
Prepare for some festive craft time with these free gingerbread man coloring sheets! Ideal for children of all ages.
If you have older kids, these felt gingerbread cookies are also an excellent way to practice simple stitches and embroidery. Younger kids can use it as a play set for cookie decorating to help with fine motor skills.
Craft a cheerful gingerbread house using perler beads with these complimentary patterns! These designs are simple to follow and ideal for holiday crafting and family activities.
Learn how to make this super sweet felt gingerbread man photo ornament perfect for your Christmas tree.
Encourage the children's creativity this holiday season with this complimentary gingerbread girl coloring page, perfect for enhancing hand-eye coordination.
This paper plate gingerbread house project captures the essence of a classic gingerbread house, minus the hassle. Additionally, it comes with a free template that simplifies the crafting process.
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Gingerbread Crafts for Kids
I hope you are inspired to create your own gingerbread Christmas decor and crafts.
If you do make any of these DIY’s, be sure to share them with us on Facebook or Instagram.
Just tag @ourcraftymom. You never know who you may inspire.
Thanks so much for stopping by. Happy holidays!
For even more budget-friendly Christmas ideas, you don’t want to miss this amazing collection of 81 Dollar Tree Christmas Crafts and these 40+ DIY Dollar Tree Christmas Ornaments.
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Jen
Thursday 28th of November 2024
So may cute and creative ideas! I love gingerbread decor for Christmas. Thank you, Michelle fo sharing my gingerbread snow globe centerpiece.
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!
Michelle James
Sunday 1st of December 2024
I loved your centerpiece! Thank you for sharing and for visiting! Happy Holidays.