Keep the kids busy this holiday season with a simple and charming Christmas craft. This adorable Reindeer Craft uses everyday supplies like popsicle sticks and clothespins, making it perfect for preschoolers and young children.
If you enjoy edible projects, try Reese’s Reindeer or Marshmallow Reindeer for a tasty, craft-like treat when you’re finished.
Easy Reindeer Craft
The holidays are coming, and kids will love having easy DIY craft ideas to keep them entertained. This Reindeer Craft is simple enough that kids can do much of the work themselves, with a little supervision for cutting and gluing.
It’s fun to snack on some Reindeer Chow while you work, and these little reindeer make a cute addition to holiday playdates or family gatherings when children need a creative activity.
Making this clothespin reindeer helps children practice fine motor skills: painting the sticks, attaching the clothespins, and twisting pipe cleaners into antlers are all great for hand-eye coordination.
Supplies Needed to Make a Reindeer Art Project
Most of the materials for this preschool-friendly craft are likely already in your art supply box or pantry. Because paint is involved, cover your work surface or use newspaper to protect it.
- 4 large popsicle sticks
- 2 small popsicle sticks
- 2 clothespins
- brown craft paint
- brown pipe cleaners
- 2 googly eyes
- 1 red pom pom
Other Supplies
- black marker
- small paintbrush
- white glue (or another child-safe adhesive)
How to Make a Reindeer Craft for Kids
Gather your materials and follow these simple steps to create a delightful reindeer.
STEP 1 – Line up the four large popsicle sticks end to end. Trim the ends of the two small popsicle sticks and glue them across the back of the large sticks to hold them together in a panel.
STEP 2 – Paint the large popsicle sticks and the clothespins brown. Allow the paint to dry completely before the next step.
STEP 3 – Attach the two clothespins to the top of the popsicle stick panel, one on each side, with the open ends pointing upward.
Cut the brown pipe cleaners in half if needed and wrap two pieces around each clothespin to form antlers. Bend the pipe cleaners into prongs to make them look more like real antlers.
STEP 4 – Glue the googly eyes and the red pom pom to the front of the popsicle stick panel to create the reindeer’s face.
STEP 5 – Draw a small mouth with a kid-safe black marker to finish the expression.
Notes on Making this Reindeer Craft
- Pipe cleaners come in various lengths; you may need one or two per antler depending on size and style.
- Any shade of brown paint works fine—use what you have on hand.
- If white glue isn’t available, another child-safe adhesive will do; just ensure pieces are secure before letting kids play with their reindeer.
We hope this kid-friendly Reindeer Christmas Craft helps you create warm holiday memories with your little ones. It’s a simple, hands-on project that’s perfect for classroom activities, family craft time, or festive playdates.
Other Christmas Crafts
Try other festive projects such as a Holiday Wood + Glitter Sign or a Dimensional Wood Sign to add handmade charm to your holiday décor.