While finals nearing, we are in desperate need of fun Christmas-y crafts to forget about our problems for a bit. These crafts are so easy that you can destress and get in the holiday spirit all the while!
1. Pinecone Christmas Trees
This idea is so simple I wish I had thought of it first. Simply grab a pinecone, paint it green, put it in a pot, and voila! Now you have a tiny christmas tree to brighten up your dorm. Access the tutorial here.
2. Mason Jar Snowglobes
Did you know you could make your own snowglobe? The biggest plus to this DIY is that you can design your mini winter wonderland anyway you want.
3. Plastic Spoon Christmas Trees
Yes, those flimsy plastic spoons of yours have finally come in handy! In this tutorial, simply color the tops of the spoons and assemble them like foliage on your tree.
4. String Christmas Tree
This is a super-easy DIY where all you have to do is wind string around a cone. As an added bonus, you could transfer these skills into making string ornaments as shown here.
5. Sock Snowmen
Does anyone else remember making these in elementary school? If not, you can still make up for it now! This craft is super adorable and is guaranteed to make your day.
6. Paint Chip Christmas Tree
Okay, so this is a tutorial for making a Christmas card, but you could easily use this idea as a creative way to decorate your dorm. Additionally, if you feel so inclined, you could give it to a friend afterwards as a card.
7. String Snowman
Remember how you can make christmas trees and ornaments out of string? You can do the same to make a snowman! Find out how here.
8. Holiday Mason Jars
The amazing thing about mason jars is there are so many uses for them. In this DIY, you can decorate your mason jars to create a holiday centerpiece.
9. Crayon Art Ornaments
If you are a Pinterest junkie, you have probably already tried crayon art, but did you know that that these skills are transferable? Only, this project will be more Christmas-y and just as much fun.
10. Paper Pine Trees
Finally, for those of us who don’t enjoy messy projects, this is as straightforward as it gets. All that is required is paper, scissors, and glue.
Hopefully this list has inspired you to get in the holiday spirit. Happy crafting!