Handprint Christmas Angels

crayola supplies

Markers
Washable Fingerpaints
No-Run School Glue
Construction Paper

household supplies

recycled newspaper
craft eyes
paper towels
chenille sticks (optional)
Hallmark ribbon (optional)
recycled foam produce trays
container(s) of water

Why

These finger-paint angels make heavenly decorations. Create an angel choir for tree trimmings, or make personalized Christmas cards.

Steps

1. Spread newspaper over your work area. Fold blue construction paper in half or into quarters to make a card. Pour white Crayola® Washable Finger Paint into a recycled produce tray.
2. Press one hand into the paint. Press your palm on the paper to create an angel body. Make another light handprint, or gently twist your hand back and forth to create blurry angel wings. Dry.
3. Add facial features and decorate with Crayola Washable Markers. Glue on ribbon and eyes (optional) with Crayola School Glue. Bend a chenille stick or ribbon into a halo and glue over the angel's head.
4. Write a holiday message to use as a card. Glue a loop of ribbon onto the back of the angel to hang it as an ornament or doorknob decoration.

When & Where

"The class gives angel doorknob hangers with verses or poems about angels to hospital patients all during the year."
- Gertrude J., school volunteer.

"Parents are thrilled to find these decorations when they come home from shopping."
- Justin A., teenage babysitter.

Interesting Info

Angels and stars are the two most popular decorations for Christmas tree tops.

Safety Guidelines

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

Recycled Foam Produce Trays—Wash in hot, soapy water. No meat or poultry trays should be used.

String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.