18 Easy Winter Crafts for Adults
Winter - the time when snow falls and festivities approach – Christmas and New Year. The cozy season is not just for sitting back and relaxing – the best thing is to embrace creativity. So, why not try making some winter crafts, Maybe a décor piece for your home, or a personalized gift for Christmas?
Like this idea and want to create something? Grab a laser cutter and start reading. This blog post lists some easy winter crafts for adults you can effortlessly try at home using a laser machine.
1. It’s Freezing Season Door Sign
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This door sign features blue and white lettering reading “It’s Freezin’ Season,” flanked by decorative mittens with snowflake accents. You can use it to add a cheerful winter vibe to your front door or entryway.
To create it, laser-cut the lettering and mitten shapes from thin wood. Paint the sign and mittens in winter colors like blue, white, and brown. Finally, glue the pieces onto a sturdy backing and apply a weatherproof sealant for durability.
2. Let It Snow Snowman Door Hanger
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This round door hanger features a happy snowman and a phrase that symbolizes the joy of winter’s first snowfall. It’s perfect for welcoming guests with a festive winter touch.
To make it, begin by laser-cutting the snowman, snowflakes and the text. Use engraving to add details on the snowman’s scarf and facial features. Afterward, paint the snowman with seasonal colors, and attach the elements to a circular wood base.
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Learn More3. Snow Deer and Trees Table Décor
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This winter craft features a layered green gradient forest with a snow-dusted deer, creating a tranquil winter scene. It can be used as a centerpiece or on a mantel.
For crafting, laser-cut three tree-shapes of different sizes and a deer from wood. Apply paint in a gradient to achieve a fading effect. Attach all pieces to a sturdy base for stability.
4. Winter Wood Block Shelf Sitter
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This shelf sitter has a cozy feel with its patterned wood blocks and snowflake accents. Use it for decorating a living room shelf during winter.
It features multiple wooden letters, that can be made through laser cutting. Then, attach them to rectangular blocks and paint them in winter-themed patterns. For instance, you may add snowflakes, trees, or other winter signs.
5. Winter Snowy Village
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This winter village scene exudes warmth and nostalgia, with snow-covered rooftops, evergreen trees, and a red sleigh. The glowing lights from within further add to its cozy charm. Such an item would be perfect for a mantle or windowsill display.
This specific craft has been laser-cut out of birch wood and painted in muted colors and white accents. You can replicate the same with your laser cutter.
6. Let It Snow Ornament
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It is a layered ornament that features “Let it Snow” in glittery blue and white with snowflakes. It will be a lively addition to your holiday tree.
Crafting Tip: Simply laser-cut multiple wood layers with snowflakes and the text. Paint each layer with shades of blue and white and add glitter for sparkle. Stack and glue the layers together. Finally, attach ribbon for hanging.
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Learn More7. Snowglobe Snowman Family Shaker Ornament
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It’s a handmade, more personalized version of a snow globe. This one features a snowman family, each labeled with a family member's name, surrounded by sequins and a festive red bow.
To make, construct a wood and acrylic snow globe frame, and add small snowman cutouts for each family member. Personalize and engrave each one with names, then fill it with sequins and beads for a shaker effect.
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8. Snowman Shaker Signs
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These snowman shaker signs, filled with small beads, feature top hats and scarves for a whimsical look. They can be a great addition to kitchen counters, tables, or a hot cocoa station.
Crafting Method: Laser cut wood into snowman shapes with compartments for beads. Paint each snowman and assemble it with a clear front layer to hold the beads. Add a hat, twig arms, and a scarf for decoration.
9. Snowman White Door Corner Sign
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This minimalist snowman door corner sign can create a subtle winter wonderland vibe in any room. Since the design is reversible, it can be placed on either side of the frame.
Making this winter craft is fairly simple. Just laser-cut the snowman and snowflake shapes from white wood or acrylic.
10. New Year Party Cups
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This craft exemplifies how vinyl stickers can turn simple cups into stylish New Year essentials. Children will love such playful designs. For customization, you can include designs like “Happy New Year,” “Best Year Ever,” party hats, and confetti swirls.
You’ll need a self-adhesive vinyl for making. Opt for glittery gold, black, and silver colors. Cut the vinyl with a vinyl cutter to form these stickers.
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Learn More11. Snowman Money Holder
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This money holder features a cheerful snowman with a green scarf, carrot nose, and button details, designed to hold rolled-up money. It provides a fun way to give cash to children during the holidays, and can also be hung as a festive ornament.
You can cut the snowman shape out of wood with a laser cutter. Scarf and nose could use the same procedure. Paint them so it turns into a happy snowman holding money.
12. Snowman Chocolate Candy Cover
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You can design multiple playful snowman candy covers out of paper and then wrap them around chocolate treats. Add googly eyes, plaid scarves, and hats, for a fun touch. For precise cutting of all shapes, a laser cutter like xTool S1 is recommended.
13. Snowflake Décor
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Winter’s charm is incomplete without snowflakes. These wooden snowflake décor pieces capture that magic. Their clean white design makes them versatile for both modern and rustic settings. They can be displayed on tiered trays, shelves, or mantels. Making them just requires a design file of snowflakes and a laser cutter.
14. Winter Snowflake Window Decal
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These vinyl snowflake decals can instantly transform windows into winter scenes. Since vinyl is easy to apply and remove, these decals are ideal for temporary décor. You can attach them to windows, mirrors, or glass doors, to evoke a cozy winter vibe indoors. A vinyl cutter like xTool M1 Ultra would be handy in cutting such decals.
15. Wooden Wine Sign
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This winter craft would work perfectly in kitchens, home bars, or wine cellars. It serves as both décor and a conversation piece, especially for holiday gatherings or wine-themed parties. To permanently etch, you can use a laser engraver and paint it in colors that match your interior.
16. Let It Snow Winter Lighted Wine Bottle
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You can take colored bottles and stylize them with vinyl designs. When illuminated with LEDS, they irradiate a cozy glow. These bottles can work as holiday centerpieces, gifts, or accent pieces. You can play with vinyl designs and bottle colors for further customization.
17. Snowflake Garland
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This delicate snowflake garland brings a cozy winter atmosphere to your home. Hang it on walls or mantels to evoke the magic of snowfall. The garland’s white color would stand out when placed against a dark solid surface. To make it lightweight, we recommend using paper or cardstock.
18. Winter Forest Candle Holder
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This triangular candle holder features a layered forest scene with deer and trees. The intricate design creates a cozy woodland atmosphere when lit with candles or LED lights.
It’s another simple winter craft if you have the design file. All you need is to laser cut layers and then assemble in form the candle holder. It would be a perfect addition to tabletops during the holiday season.
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Learn MoreThis wraps up our list of winter craft ideas for adults. Each craft is simple to create and easy to follow using a laser cutter. Give them a try, and if you need more guidance, connect with our crafting community on DesignFind and Facebook.
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