Whenever Christmas is near, we think of some ideas to be able to decorating our home. Since it is a special, endearing moment and that makes the Christmas spirit illuminate us. It surrounds us in an atmosphere of joy and illusion, which we love, and that is why decorating the house with Christmas motifs is a tradition. Do you want to place reindeer made with toilet paper rolls this year?
Of course, in addition to being a very special detail, and that you can do in different ways, it also leaves us a lesson. since the he recycling It is a good activator for children to start from a very young age to take care of the environment that surrounds them, in order to create awareness. So now is the time to get down to business. Are you ready or prepared?
Reindeer made with very simple toilet paper rolls
One of the first ideas to talk about reindeer made with toilet paper rolls is this. Because you will see that it is very simple and you always have to take into account the age of the little ones who will help us in a task like this.
What are you going to need?
- Toilet paper rolls (as many as reindeer you want to create)
- acrylic paint and brush
- black card stock
- red cardboard
- Glue
- Mobile eyes
How are reindeer made?
It is a very easy and fast way. So, first you must take the roll of toilet paper and paint it with the help of a brush. So that there are no stain problems, we can always do it ourselves and have the little ones supervise it. We will let it dry and meanwhile, we will have to draw on a black cardboard the antlers that you will glue with the glue. Then, you also have to place the mobile eyes, which are usually adhesive. Finally, with the red cardboard we will make a round nose, cut it out and glue it. For the nose, you can also make a small wool pompom and if you don't have the eyes that we mentioned at hand, you can also continue using the cardboard for it. You will have your reindeer ready!
Reindeer with legs and antlers to surprise at Christmas
In this case, we already go to a slightly higher level in relation to the previous design. Because now you can make your reindeer wear antlers from the same toilet paper roll, as well as legs. If you make several, you can join them and even make the sled. Originality is not lacking! To make these cute Santa Claus reindeer you need the following.
Utensils needed to make the reindeer
- Rolls of toilet paper
- Markers
- Scissors
- Red mini-pompom
- rope to hold them
Step by step to make Christmas reindeers
- We will take the roll of toilet paper and we will crush so that it loses the circular shape.
- We'll draw some fine lines. Starting with a straight upper line to the middle of the roll of paper, and then lower it crosswise.
- We will cut at one end a rectangle without reaching the end, and then make a cross section. Said like this, it is a bit confusing and we know it, therefore, there is nothing like letting yourself be carried away by the video that you have above.
- Then we will 4 semicircles on the faces and at the ends of the roll (but at the bottom), these will be the legs.
- Finally, we will open the roll so that it recovers the circular shape, folding the upper part and twisting the antlers. In addition, we will glue the tassel or red pompom and we will join them all with ropes.
Remember that if you don't have pompoms, you can always opt for a piece of red cardboard, as in the previous example. To make their faces, eyes and eyebrows, you can use markers and it will be more than perfect. Also remember that you can give each one a different expression and you will position originality in all of them. To distinguish the body, legs and antlers, you can paint the latter in different shades.
How to make the Christmas sleigh
The truth is that when we talk about sleighs, reindeer are present. So, if you have decided to do the second option that we have mentioned, it is best that you continue the afternoon of crafts to complete your project. How? Well, very simple because if you make 6 reindeer, then you can also make the sleigh. For it, you must pass the rope through all of them. You can stick it on a leg, but always on the inside so that it is barely noticeable. Finally, they must pull a sled.
You can also make the sled with cardboard. To do this, you must cut out two parts that will be the base of the sled. These two parts have to have a straight shape but end up making a peak upwards as if it were a wave. On the other hand, you can make a kind of small table with its upper board and its legs. When you have it, you will glue it to the bases of the sled that we just made. Remember to measure the distances well so that the pieces do not remain small.
If you find it difficult, try to make a square base for those two side parts. That alone will be enough, if you hit it well. Since on said base you can place a doll or package with a bow, simulating gifts. Don't you think it's a good idea? We love it, because in addition to being able to do crafts with the little ones in the house and develop their best skills, we will be recycling. These next holidays do not stay without your magical reindeer!