Every year around the holidays, I get this warm, fuzzy feeling as I pull out the old decorations and reminisce about moments wrapped in love and laughter. But this time, I want to go beyond just hanging up ornaments—what if we could create a family holiday project box that holds our memories? You know, like a treasure chest of our shared adventures and silly crafts? I can almost picture us sitting together, glue sticks in hand, chatting about our favorite holiday mischief. Isn’t it amazing how something so simple can bring us closer? I remember last year when my little niece accidentally glued her hand to the table. Oh, the giggles! Why not make every holiday a new opportunity for fun and togetherness?
Items You’ll Need
- Crafting scissors
- Glue sticks
- Colored construction paper
- Markers and crayons
- Crafting tape (washi tape)
- Paintbrushes
- Acrylic paints
- Beads and string for jewelry making
- Stickers
- Felt sheets
- Small canvas boards
- Origami paper
- Pompoms
- Sewing kit (needle, thread, fabric scraps)
- Recyclable materials (toilet paper rolls, egg cartons)
- Scented markers
- Stencils
- Safety scissors for kids
- Crafting box or storage container
- String lights (for craft projects)
- Cardboard sheets
- Wooden craft sticks (popsicle sticks)
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scrapbooking paper
- Playdough or modeling clay
- Rulers
- Hopscotch or sidewalk chalk
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather Materials
I start by collecting all the crafting supplies I want to include in our family holiday project box. I lay everything out on our dining table so I can see it clearly. I have crafting scissors, glue sticks, colored construction paper, markers and crayons, washi tape, paintbrushes, and more!
Step 2: Choose a Box
Next, I pick a sturdy crafting box or storage container to hold all these wonderful supplies. I want something big enough to fit everything and maybe even decorate a bit!
Step 3: Organize Supplies
I start organizing the supplies by type. I put the paints and paintbrushes in one section, the markers and crayons in another, and the beads and string for jewelry making in a little pouch. I make sure safety scissors are easy to reach for the kids.
Step 4: Add Decorative Touches
I take some scrapbooking paper and cut it into fun shapes to decorate the inside of the box. I also add some stickers to make it cheerful and inviting. I let the kids choose their favorite stickers to personalize it!
Step 5: Include Fun Extras
Now, I add in some extras that make crafting even more fun, like the pompoms, origami paper, and string lights. I tuck the string lights in carefully so they can be used for decorations when we craft.
Step 6: Prepare for Messy Fun
I bring out some recyclable materials like toilet paper rolls and egg cartons for some creative projects. I remind everyone that it’s okay to make a mess because that's part of the fun!
Step 7: Pack It All In
Once everything is organized, I pack it all neatly into the crafting box. I make sure to place items that we’ll use the most on top for easy access.
Step 8: Ready for Crafting
Finally, I put the box in a place where we can all easily reach it. I can't wait to dive into family crafting sessions! Each time we create something new, I know we’ll fill our home with beautiful memories.