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The holidays are magical, but let’s be real—finding activities that keep a busy toddler entertained and create meaningful gifts can feel like a challenge. If you’re anything like me, you want crafts that are quick, easy, and don’t leave your kitchen looking like a glitter explosion. These last-minute Amazon craft ideas check all the boxes! They’re toddler-friendly, stress-free, and make the sweetest keepsakes or gifts for grandparents and other special people in your little one’s life.
- Salt Dough Ornaments – these are relatively easy to whip up, and my 19 month old enjoyed helping with the dough, and decorating the finished ornaments with paint (we used this washable paint)!
2. Photo Sticker Ornaments – These were fairly simple to allow my daughter to put stickers on the outer frame, and I assembled the rest. Makes a great gift tag for grandparent’s gifts!
3. Clear Fillable Balls – These are really open ended! We practiced fine motor skills by filling with these pom poms, and they came out super cute! You can also add a little paint to the inside and swirl around for a fun look. These are also great gifts for grandparents and so cute to let your little one hang on the tree since they are not breakable!
4. Christmas Stickers – these are another super open-ended option. Your little one can decorate a Christmas card or a gift tag. I also just let my toddler do stickers in her highchair any time I need her entertained for a few minutes. We stick them to half sheets of cardstock. We liked this pack because of all the Santa faces – but pick something your toddler loves about Christmas (maybe it’s trees or the Grinch).
The best part about these simple crafts? You’re creating memories and gifts that will bring joy for years to come—without spending hours hunting for supplies. Whether it’s salt dough covered in tiny handprints or ornaments filled with colorful pom poms, these projects are as fun for your little one to make as they are for loved ones to receive. So, grab those supplies, put on some Christmas music, and enjoy these sweet, creative moments with your toddler this holiday season!
P.S. If you try any of these, I’d love to hear about it! Let me know which craft was a hit with your little one.
