Seasonal & Holidays

15 Cozy DIY Winter Crafts

When the weather is frightful, cozy up indoors with one of these DIYs you can craft with the kids.

When freezing temperatures keep you inside, take some time to get creative! We love winter decorations because they can be used around the holiday season, but they can also be displayed throughout January and beyond. These fun DIYs celebrate snow, winter and everything cozy. Plus, you'll be surprised at how many of these supplies you already have at home!

From icicle candles and glitter pine cones to tin snowmen and cheery snow globes, these crafts will delight adults while occupying little ones as you pass the time together. Choose your favorites below and start creating your magical winter wonderland.


Pom Pom Wreaths

Pom Pom Wreath

Create a snowy scene on your front door with this fuzzy pom pom wreath.

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Icicle Candle

Icicle Candle

Get cozy with a sparkly icicle DIY that will warm up any room.

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Paper Snowflake Bunting

Paper Snowflake Bunting

Create a winter wonderland using simple supplies that you probably already have on hand.

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Sparkly Branches

Sparkly Branches

While you wait for summer blooms to return, display these shimmery branches that are easy to craft.

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Glitter Pine Cones

Glitter Pine Cones

A useful crafty supply is waiting right in your backyard! Grab some pine cones to make these sparkly decorations.

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Crystal Snowflakes

Crystal Snowflakes

This easy craft doubles as a science experiment! Kids will love watching crystals form on their creation.

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Hand Warmers

Hand Warmers

You'll be grateful for these hand warmers when the weather is freezing! If you can sew a straight line, you can DIY these.

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Fake Snow

Fake Snow

Give the Play-Doh a break and help kids create their own fake snow instead.

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Upcycled Mittens

Upcycled Mittens

Instead of throwing out your favorite sweater, upcycle it into a warm, toasty pair of DIY winter mittens.

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Pine Cone Wreath

Pine Cone Wreath

Replace your holiday wreath with a winter-themed pine cone wreath that can stay on your door all season long.

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Tin Snowman

Tin Snowman

Use this craft as a decoration or as something functional like a container to help you organize.

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Mason Jar Snow Globe

Mason Jar Snow Globe

Even if there's no snow on the ground, you can still create your own wintry scene indoors!

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Faux Snow Garland

Faux Snow Garland

Replace your holiday decorations with this snowy garland that you can leave up throughout the entire winter!

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Snow Paint

Snow Paint

Create some wintry art outdoors with this easy-to-mix snow paint craft.

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Snowy Tree Wall Art

Snowy Tree Wall Art

When chilly winds blow, stay cozy inside creating this fun snowy craft.

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