Have you ever wanted a fun nativity set for your kids but they’re just stinkin’ expensive? Or you’re crafty like me, and it brings you a lot of joy to have things around your home that you have created yourself? Either way, I am here to encourage you that you can totally make your own nativity set for your kids, and I have a ton of great ideas here to get your creative juices flowing! These DIY nativity ideas are mostly for older kids or for parents to make, so if you’re looking for kid nativity crafts, be sure to check out my list of nativity crafts for littles here.
DIY Peg Doll Nativity
Have you heard of my printable peg dolls that I make? You print and decoupage on the body around the peg doll, and all you have to actually paint are the heads. Also, my download comes with simple step-by-step directions to paint the heads yourself, and you can even draw the faces on with a marker! You can find my printable peg doll nativity set here– these are a favorite at our house!
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I found this great photo tutorial over at Holes In My Shiny Veneer for making your own nativity set out of spool dolls! Part one shows how to make the holy family:
Part two goes on to show you how to make the wise men, shepherds, and angel.
More Nativity Resources For Families
You do not want to miss my nativity round up for kids that includes crafts, book suggestions, traditions, songs, printables, and more! Check it out now.
