7 Fun Christmas Clothespin Crafts

Sure, clothespins can be a functional tool for hanging up clothes to dry… but have you ever tried crafting with them? It turns out, clothespins are a super versatile craft material! To help you explore this wonderfully adaptable gizmo, we've put a list together of some seasonal art projects that feature clothespins. We hope these seven clothespin crafts will inspire you to turn this relatively simple object into something truly fantastic for the holidays! Get the transformation started by choosing a reindeer, snowman, or Santa. Once you’ve made one, don’t let the Christmas magic end there; create your own North Pole village by making them all!

Clothespin Christmas Crafts

  • Visual aid of how to complete Christmas Clothespin Puppets by RedTedArt

    Quirky, playful, and totally customizable, these Christmas Clothespin Puppets by RedTedArt are a real joy to make and use. Make more than one and put on an impromptu puppet show!

  • Visual aid of how to complete Clothespin Snowman by Easy Peasy and Fun

    Easy Peasy and Fun sure does know how to take something plain like a clothespin and turn it into something incredibly cute. Follow the steps in their guide to create your own mini snowman.

  • Visual aid of how to complete Clothespin Christmas Tree Ornament by ThriftyJinxy

    Who would have ever thought of putting a Christmas Tree Ornament on your Christmas tree? Chrysa over at ThriftyJinxy did! Use whatever you like to decorate and make it your own. When it’s all dry and complete, you can hang it up or carefully wrap it up as a thoughtful gift.

  • Visual aid of how to complete Clothespin Reindeer

    Make just one or enough to pull Santa’s sleigh! Here’s a charming little wooden reindeer craft that your kid can proudly display on your Christmas mantle, hang as an adorable ornament on your tree, or even play pretend with.

  • Visual aid of how to complete Clothespin Santa, Elf, and Snowman by The Best Ideas for Kids

    An elf? A Santa? A snowman? Or all three?! These silly Christmas characters are awesome as handmade toys or amusing as holiday decorations. Thanks Kim for this superb seasonal craft!

  • Visual aid of how to complete Clothespin Snowflake by The Best Ideas for Kids

    What will you use to decorate these Clothespin Snowflakes? Stickers, pom poms, glitter, rhinestones, sequins, gems, wrapping paper, felt… it’s up to you what materials will make these beautiful snowflakes uniquely yours.

  • Visual aid of how to complete Clothespin Christmas Tree Garland by DIY & Crafts

    Looking for a way to get your children involved in decorating this Christmas? This Clothespin Christmas Tree Garland is a simple craft for them to contribute something festive to your home. They’ll be so proud when they see it hanging from your mantle or favorite doorway.


Get inspired!