Popsicle Stick Nativity Ornament Craft
Create a meaningful Christmas keepsake with this super easy popsicle stick nativity ornament.
This popsicle stick nativity ornament is a simple and heartfelt Christmas craft made from craft sticks.
Made with basic supplies, this project is easy enough for kids of all ages and works especially well for preschoolers and elementary-aged children.
This Christ-centered Christmas craft is a wonderful way to introduce the nativity story through hands-on crafting while creating a decoration you’ll love displaying each Christmas season.
This craft is great for home, classrooms, or in Sunday school settings and makes a lovely keepsake ornament.
When to make this Nativity craft
- Christmas crafting at home: This is a perfect December activity for families who want to focus on the meaning of Christmas while crafting together.
- Sunday school or church groups: This nativity ornament is an excellent craft for teaching the Christmas story in a simple, age-appropriate way.
- Preschool and classroom activities: The easy steps make this a great nativity craft for young children, especially with pre-cut pieces.
- Advent or Christmas lessons: Use this craft as a hands-on activity to accompany nativity readings or lessons.
- Keepsake ornament making: Create this ornament as a special decoration that can be saved and displayed year after year.
Kids of all ages can enjoy making this popsicle stick nativity ornament. Preschoolers can help glue the craft sticks and place baby Jesus in the manger, while older kids can add details or help with assembly. Toddlers may need assistance, but still enjoy participating in the process.
How to Enjoy this Nativity Ornament
- Christmas tree ornament: Add a hanging loop to turn the nativity scene into a meaningful ornament for your tree.
- Nativity decor: Display the finished craft on a shelf, mantel, or table as part of your Christmas decorations.
- Classroom or church display: Use multiple ornaments to create a beautiful nativity-themed bulletin board or display.
- Faith-based gift: This makes a thoughtful handmade Christmas gift for family members or church friends.
- Keepsake ornament: Add a name and year to the back to create a lasting reminder of this special craft.
This craft is simple, meaningful, and easy to complete, making it perfect for busy holiday schedules. The popsicle stick stable gives the ornament structure, while the baby Jesus figure keeps the focus on the nativity story. It’s a quiet, reflective craft that pairs beautifully with Christmas lessons and traditions.
How to Make a Popsicle Stick Nativity Ornament
Now that you’re ready to make your popsicle stick nativity ornament, gather your supplies and follow along with the step-by-step instructions below. This tutorial makes it easy to guide kids through creating a meaningful Christmas decoration.
Supplies:
- Popsicle sticks
- Felt
- String or ribbon
- Pencil
- Craft glue
- A pair of scissors
Instructions:
Cut the popsicle sticks as shown below. (You can precut the popsicle sticks for younger kids)
Cut another popsicle stick to the width of four popsicle sticks.
Lay four cut popsicle sticks side by side as shown below. Glue the short stick, cut in the previous step, across the four sticks.
Flip the craft to the other side.
Next paint four cut popsicle sticks brown. Paint the two roof sticks and the two manger pieces brown.
You’ll have one short stick left in a natural color for baby Jesus.
Glue one roof stick accross the top of the stable as shown below.
Glue the second roof stick on the other side of the stable.
Glue the two small manger sticks in an x as shown below.
Glue the manger on to the stable.
Cut a half circle from felt for baby Jesus’s swaddling clothes. Also cut a star from felt or the craft material of your choice. You can use foam or paper if you prefer.
Wrap the swaddling clothes around the small natural colored popsicle stick. Glue the fabric in place.
Glue Baby Jesus on top of the manger.
Glue a string or piece of ribbon on the back of the manger to finish the ornament.
This popsicle stick nativity ornament is a beautiful way to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas through crafting. Whether made at home, in a classroom, or in Sunday school, it’s a super easy nativity Christmas craft that families will cherish and display year after year.
