This winter-themed craft turns ordinary junk mail into beautiful snowflakes you can hang in the window or on the wall. It’s calm, cozy, and perfect for cold days when you want something simple that still feels special.
Materials (Nothing Fancy!)
- Junk mail (envelopes, flyers, magazine pages all work)
- Child-safe scissors
- Glue stick
- White paper or construction paper (for backing, optional)
- Crayons, markers, or cotton balls (optional for decorating)
Step-by-Step Directions (Just Right for Grandma to Lead)
- Choose the paper
Let the children pick pages from the junk mail. Plain white envelopes work best for a classic snowflake look, but colorful ads are fun too. - Cut into squares
Cut the paper into squares (about 5×5 inches).
✂️ Grandma step: This is easier if you do the cutting ahead of time. - Fold the paper
Help the children fold the square in half, then in half again to make a triangle.
Little hands may need help lining up edges. - Cut snowflake shapes
Let the kids snip small triangles, curves, or notches along the edges.
⚠️ Remind them: don’t cut all the way across, or the snowflake will fall apart. - Open and admire
Carefully unfold to reveal the snowflake. This is always the most exciting part! - Mount or decorate (optional)
Glue the snowflake onto white paper, or decorate lightly with cotton balls for a “snowy” look. - Display proudly
Tape them to windows, hang them with string, or make a winter collage on the fridge.
Supervision & Safety Notes
- Scissors should always be child-safe and closely supervised.
- Keep glue sticks capped when not in use to avoid sticky messes.
- Work slowly—this is a peaceful, sit-down craft.
Why This Craft Is a Winter Favorite
- Perfect for cold or snowy days
- Uses materials you already have
- Encourages patience and creativity
- Every snowflake is different—just like the kids
