Have a Crafty Christmas: Fun Projects with the Grandkids with HTVRONT
Looking for a meaningful way to make this Christmas special? Crafting with your grandkids is a wonderful way to bond, spark creativity, and create heartfelt gifts or decorations together.
With HTVRONT’s range of craft products, you can turn simple materials into festive treasures while making memories that will last a lifetime. From custom badges to personalised mugs, these projects are more than just crafts—they’re opportunities to connect and share the magic of the season.
Find more fun and easy HTVRONT craft inspiration here.
Related reading: Gifts for Her This Christmas: A Guide to Unique and Thoughtful Presents
Fun and Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids
1. Festive Christmas Badges
Perfect for: Adding charm to cards, gift packages, hats, sweaters, or even your Christmas tree.
What You’ll Need:
- HTVRONT badge maker bundle
- Blank badge sets (front and back)
- Blank sticker paper
- Circle cutter
How to Make:
- Design and Cut: Print or draw your design, then cut it to size using a circle cutter.
- Assemble the Front: Place the metal badge front in the badge maker, position your design on top, and cover with a plastic film (optional). Press down to attach the design.
- Attach the Back: Place the badge back into the machine, align it with the front, and press down to secure.
In minutes, you’ll have custom badges to spread holiday cheer!
2. Adorable Rabbit Gift Boxes
Perfect for: Storing chocolates, candies, or small gifts to surprise loved ones.
What You’ll Need:
- HTVRONT Cutting machine
- Cardstock
- Adhesive vinyl
How to Make:
- Design: Create a rabbit box template.
- Cut the Cardstock: Align your cardstock on the cutting mat and run it through the machine.
- Assemble the Box: Fold along score lines to form the box shape.
- Add the Details: Use adhesive vinyl to create and attach the rabbit’s eyes and mouth.
These charming boxes are sure to delight kids and adults alike!
The HTVRONT Cutting machine is currently out of stock, a new Generation 2 will be released soon.
3. Spider-Man Hats or T-Shirts
Perfect for: A fun and personalised gift for your superhero-loving son or grandson.
Carol Burgess, a member of HTVRONT’s crafty Facebook group, shared how her grandson loved his Spider-Man hat so much, he demanded a matching T-shirt!
What You’ll Need:
- Cutting machine
- HTVRONT Mini heat press machine
- Heat transfer vinyl (HTV)
- Blank hats or t-shirts
How to Make:
- Create Your Design: Use a cutting machine to cut your Spider-Man design from HTV.
- Weed the Design: Remove excess vinyl, leaving just the graphic.
- Apply with Heat: Position the vinyl on your hat or T-shirt, and use a heat press to secure it.
In no time, you’ll have a gift that’s bound to make their Spidey senses tingle!
4. Personalised Mugs
Perfect for: Showing your special someone how much you care with a thoughtful, custom design.
What You’ll Need:
- Blank mugs
- Permanent adhesive vinyl or sublimation paper
- Tumbler heat press machine
Option 1: Vinyl Transfer Project
- Design and Cut: Create a name, quote, or image using design software, then cut it from adhesive vinyl.
- Weed and Transfer: Weed your design, then use transfer tape to apply it to the mug.
- Apply to the Mug: Clean the mug surface with rubbing alcohol, position the vinyl, and smooth it down firmly.
HTVRONT’s adhesive vinyl is highly rated, cutting smoothly, weeding effortlessly, and standing up to dishwasher use.
Option 2: Sublimation Project
- Create and Print: Mirror your design and print it onto sublimation paper.
- Prepare the Mug: Clean the mug and tape the design securely in place.
- Heat Press: Use a tumbler heat press machine set to 380°F for 2–6 minutes, then carefully remove the paper once it cools slightly.
Your personalised mugs will be both practical and heart-warming gifts this Christmas!
Why Choose HTVRONT?
HTVRONT makes crafting accessible and fun with easy-to-use tools and high-quality materials. Whether you’re making badges, custom boxes, or unique gifts for loved ones, HTVRONT has everything you need to bring your ideas to life.
This Christmas, why not create gifts that are as memorable as the holiday season itself?
Find more fun and easy HTVRONT craft inspiration here.
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