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These Cupcake Liner Christmas Trees are a fun and simple Christmas craft for kids using basic supplies. Easy to make, full of creativity, and perfect for holiday crafting time.
Christmas Tree Craft
If you’re looking for a low-prep Christmas craft that kids can jump right into, these Cupcake Liner Christmas Trees are such a fun option! This is one of those easy win crafts that feels festive without being complicated and kids love seeing their tree come together layer by layer.
This craft is all about creating just for fun. No pressure to turn it into a gift, no perfection required! Just folding stacking, gluing, and decorating. It’s perfect for December afternoons at home, classroom art time, or even a quick craft break during the holiday hustle.
Plus, cupcake liners are one of those supplies most of us already have tucked away in a drawer, which makes this craft even better.
Why You’ll Love This Craft
- Uses inexpensive, everyday materials
- Adds instant holiday cheer to your home or classroom
- Great for fine motor skills and color matching
- Perfect for kids, families, and classroom projects
Materials Needed to Make Cupcake Liner Christmas Trees
- Cupcake liners (use the bottom three colors shown in the photos) *
- Jumbo popsicle sticks
- Adhesive rhinestones
- Small gold glitter stars
- Brown paint (for the trunk)
- Glue or double sided tape
Crafty Tip:
If you don’t have colored cupcake liners, white ones work perfectly too! Let kids color or paint their liners first using crayons, markers, or watercolor paint. This is a fun way to let them customize their trees and adds an extra layer of creativity to the craft.
HOW TO VIDEO:
How to Make a Cupcake Liner Christmas Tree
Step 1: Paint and Fold
- Paint your jumbo popsicle sticks brown and let dry.
- Choose three cupcake liners – one light, one medium, and one dark in color.
- Fold each liner in half, then in half again, creating a triangle shape.
- Glue the folds together so they stay firmly in place.
Step 2: Stack and Shape Your Tree
Starting with the darkest liner on the bottom, glue the three folded liners onto your painted popsicle stick. Start with your darkest color on the bottom.
Step 3: Add the Sparkle
- Add your rhinestones to your layered tree
- Glue a glitter foam star on top
Craft Tips & Ideas
- Turn your trees into gift toppers by attaching them to wrapped presents.
- For a snow-dusted look, add a touch of white paint or glitter to the edges of each liner.
- Try mixing patterned cupcake liners for a unique twist on this classic look.
- Add a magnet to the back for fun refrigerator decor.
A Fun, Simple Christmas Craft
These Cupcake Liner Christmas Trees are all about the joy of making. They’re festive without being fussy, quick without feeling rushed, and creative without overwhelming little hands. Whether your kids make one or a whole forest, this is a Christmas craft that’s just plain fun.
If you give this one a try, I’d love to see your kids’ trees! Tag me or share them with us on social media!
