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December 4, 2019 By Chelsey 11 Comments

Paper Strip Angel Ornament Christmas Craft (with Free Template)

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This paper angel Christmas ornament craft is so simple to make, yet really stands out on the Christmas tree! To create this ornament, kids simply cut and glue white paper strips in various shapes. So simple and perfect as a last minute Christmas craft for kids! (A free printable template is provided.)

Be sure to check out our collection of 30 Christmas Ornaments for Kids to Make when you’re done here!

 

Easy DiY Paper Strip Angel Christmas Ornament Craft for Kids and Adults

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Sometimes the easiest crafts are the ones that really make the most impact. That’s definitely the case with this paper strip angel Christmas ornament. It’s simplicity really stands out when hanging on the tree. I feel peaceful and happy just looking at it!

 

Easy DiY Paper Strip Angel Christmas Ornament Craft for Kids and Adults

 

It’s super easy to make and a great Christmas craft for kids. To make this ornament you’ll just be gluing various strips of paper into shapes and then combining them to form an angel. You can cut your own strips of paper or use the free printable template provided below in the directions.

 

Easy DiY Paper Strip Angel Christmas Ornament Craft for Kids and Adults

Paper Strip Angel Christmas Ornament Craft

 

Materials for Paper Angel Christmas Ornament

Scissors or paper cutter

Glue stick

Yarn, twine, or string

White construction paper or cardstock cut into strips:

  • For the wings: Two strips of paper 3/4 inch x 6 inches
  • For the head: One strip 3/4 inch x 4 inches
  • For the top of the body: One strip 3/4 inch x 7 inches
  • For the bottom of the body: One strip 3/4 inch x 3 1/2 inch

Or you can print out our free template right onto cardstock  and have children cut out their own strips.

 

Free Printable PDF Template for Paper Angel Christmas Ornament Craft

Directions for Paper Angel Christmas Ornament Craft

1. Place glue onto one edge of your 4 inch long strip and glue it into a circle. Set it aside.

 

how to make a paper strip angel christmas ornament craft for kids

 

2. Make an angel wing by placing some glue on one edge of a 6 inch strip and gluing the other end down on top of it to form a teardrop shape as shown below. Do this for the second wing. Set them aside.

 

how to make a paper strip angel christmas ornament craft for kids

 

3. To make the angel’s body place glue onto both ends of the 7 inch strip and glue them down onto each end of the 3 1/2 inch strip, forming a bell shape as shown below.

 

how to make a paper strip angel christmas ornament craft for kids

 

4. Glue the head on top of the body.

 

how to make a paper strip angel christmas ornament craft for kids

 

5. Glue each wing to the side of the angel. You can have the wings face out, down, or up!

 

how to make a paper strip angel christmas ornament craft for kids

 

6. Cut a piece of yarn or twine and tie it through the head of the angel to form a loop for hanging.

 

Easy DiY Paper Strip Angel Christmas Ornament Craft for Kids and Adults

Watch how to make it here!

 


 

Tips and Ideas

  • When gluing your paper together, you might need to press and hold the paper securely for a few seconds to let it dry and stick together pretty securely before moving onto the next step. We didn’t have much trouble with our glue sticks, but if you do, you can always use a paperclip to hold your paper in place while it dries.
  • These paper angels would also look really pretty strung together as a garland or hanging from a large stick to form a Christmas mobile!
  • Children can also embellish their angels with markers, sequins, pearl or clear gems or other craft items.
  • Try making angels in different colors!

 

Easy DiY Paper Strip Angel Christmas Ornament Craft for Kids and Adults

 

Looking for some fun STEM / STEAM activities for Christmas? Check out our STEAM Kids Christmas Ebook!

STEAM Kids Christmas activities

Countdown to Christmas with captivating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) activities that will wow the boredom right out of kids!

Inside the book you’ll find:
— 25 days of holiday projects for kids
— Printable, buildable advent calendar
— Christmas STEAM Challenge Cards
— Shopping lists to make prep easy
— And more…

 


 

Easy DiY Paper Strip Angel Christmas Ornament Craft for Kids and Adults

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Comments

  1. mjny says

    December 9, 2017 at 8:19 am

    These are just the sweetest angels ever!
    I can’t wait to make these with my Grandchildren.
    Thank you so much.
    Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Chelsey says

      December 9, 2017 at 9:26 am

      Thank you! Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  2. Conny says

    December 17, 2017 at 11:44 am

    Thank you so much for the template and tutorial. I made them with my Kids today Outlook of cardboard a little bit taller.

    Reply
    • Chelsey says

      December 19, 2017 at 11:58 am

      I love that idea. They would make great stand-alone decorations that way!

      Reply
  3. Liz says

    September 21, 2018 at 7:27 am

    I came across your paper strip angels and thought they would be perfect to make in class this year. Just a shame the template wouldnt let me print.

    Reply

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