Holiday ornaments are special because they often hold sentimental value and memories of years past. Make this baby Santa handprint ornament (works for toddlers, too) as an easy Christmas craft that will mean the world to your friends and family!
How To Make A Santa Handprint Ornament
I love everything about the holiday season. From the food to the ornaments and the gifts, it really is a special time of year.
As a professional crafter, making Christmas ornaments is (maybe) my favorite part! I always feel so creative during the holidays and never seem to run out of ideas.
DIY Christmas ornaments are the ornaments that are the most special to me as a recipient because someone took the time to make them. And while I love them all, some of my favorites are baby handprint ornaments.
There is nothing better than a handprint ornament. It is an easy craft you can make with your kids, and it becomes a treasured ornament that you can't wait to see year after year. Seriously, pulling out those sentimental ornaments is one of my favorite parts of the holiday!
Today, I'm showing you how to make a baby handprint ornament and dress it up just a little. This is a quick and easy craft (which is essential with squirmy babies and toddlers!) that you can make in a jiffy. It's so fast that you can probably even make a few (for grandparents) in the same crafting session.
NOTE: If you love homemade Christmas ornaments, check out some of my other favorites, including my Plaid Christmas Ornaments, DIY Paper Rudolph Ornament, and Baby’s First Christmas Ornament projects!
Supplies Needed To Make A Santa Handprint Ornament
- Black Disc Ornament
- White Craft Paint
- Red Craft Paint
- Hot Glue and Glue Gun
- Assorted Pom Poms
- Googly Eyes
- Holiday Ribbon
- Round Sponge Brush
Step 1: Add Handprint To Ornament
Using a black ornament makes this project extra quick.
Just grab the hand of your little one, paint on some white paint, and press their hand to the front of the ornament.
Allow this to dry completely before continuing.
Step 2: Paint On Hat
Now you get to add some red for Santa's hat. Just use your pouncer (round sponge) brush and carefully follow the outline of the hand.
Add red just along the top portion of the white handprint.
Step 3: Add Googly Eyes & Pom Poms
Allow that to dry completely, then add on googly eyes, a red pompom, and a white pompom with hot glue.
Step 4: Add Ribbon To Ornament
String your ornament with some fun Christmas ribbon and hang it on your tree. You can also give this one as a gift. Everyone loves a handprint ornament at the holidays!
Will you be making a handprint ornament or two with your little one this holiday season?
FAQs About Santa Handprint Ornament
Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about making this Santa handprint ornament. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see your question? Leave it for me in the comments!
What Size Ornament Did You Use?
My ornament size was 3.15 inches.
How Can I Get The Best Handprint For My Ornament?
To get the best handprint for your ornament, make sure your little one's hand is covered in paint and that you help them press their hand firmly onto the ornament, then lift straight up.
Can I Use Different Colors For My Ornament?
Yes! I love the black and white contrast – especially with the white handprint to look like a white beard. However, what I made is just a suggestion. Feel free to customize your Santa handprint ornament with any colors you prefer.
How Can I Personalize This Ornament?
You can customize this Santa handprint ornament in a variety of ways! Below are just a few ideas, but the possibilities are endless!
- Paint on the nose and hat bobble instead of gluing on pom poms.
- Paint on the eyes instead of using googly eyes.
- Use a clear ornament and stuff it with paper shreds.
- Personalize the ornament with your baby's name and birthday!
5 More Kids' Ornament Crafts
Do you love this Santa handprint ornament and are looking for more kids' ornament crafts? Then check out the projects below!
- Make This Adorable Reindeer Fingerprint Ornament
- Pom Pom Ornaments
- Christmas Tree Wine Cork Ornaments Kids Craft
- Beaded Wreath Kids Christmas Ornaments
- Thumbprint Christmas Tree Ornament
LOVE this ornament! I need to make these with my mom’s group!
What a cute ornament! Love it! Never seen the black discs, I will have to check those out! Thanks!
Almost all my ornaments are ones with sentimental value. I love this one!
The cutest!