12 Creative Ways To Recycle Your Christmas Cards
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12 Creative Ways to Recycle Your Christmas Cards
Summary
Don't toss those Christmas cards just yet! There are plenty of imaginative and fun ways to repurpose them, many of which are perfect for involving kids. Here are some fantastic ideas to try out.
1. Christmas Jigsaw Puzzle
Transform your cards into a festive jigsaw puzzle. Gather 10-20 cards and cut each into 3 or 4 pieces using straight lines. Mix them up, then challenge yourself or the family to piece them back together. Store your puzzle pieces in a shoebox for future enjoyment ?" it's a great way to get into the seasonal spirit!2. Festive Tree Ornaments
Create delightful ornaments by tying cinnamon sticks with a ribbon, leaving a loop for hanging. Use a dab of glue to attach a card shape cut with pinking shears to the ribbon’s center. These ornaments add a charming touch to your tree and smell fantastic!3. Scented Sachets
Craft scented sachets to gift or freshen your home. Glue the card’s bottom and sides, leaving an opening for potpourri or a cotton ball with essential oils. Punch two holes at the top, thread a ribbon through, and tie a bow. These sachets can hang on door handles or hooks to spread holiday cheer.4. Charming Mobiles
Cut matching shapes from cards?"hearts, trees, circles?"and laminate them. Punch a hole at the top to create colorful mobiles or garlands for decoration. You can even write the sender's name and date on the back before laminating for a personal touch.5. Christmas Card Game
Turn cards into a fun Christmas game! Cut playing-card shapes from each, covering any writing with plain paper if needed. Laminate to preserve them for future family quizzes or games.6. Personalized Gift Tags
A classic craft that never gets old ?" create unique gift tags for next year's presents using pinking shears, a hole punch, and leftover ribbon. Kids will especially enjoy this creative activity.7. Decorative Gift Bags
Repurpose paper bags by attaching a cut-out card shape to hide any branding. Add a ribbon bow and use tissue paper inside for a charming presentation. Brown paper bags paired with tartan ribbons work wonderfully.8. Miniature Christmas Cards
Convert a card’s design into miniature cards for kids to exchange or use as decorations for a dollhouse, adding a playful element to their festivities.9. Digital Christmas Screensaver
Digitize your favorite cards by scanning them, including some cherished messages. Use a photo program to create a holiday wallpaper or screensaver, making it a memorable annual tradition.10. Lacing Cards for Kids
Cut out larger card images and punch holes around the edges. Add a colorful shoelace or yarn for a simple and fun lacing card craft. Laminating these cards can help them last longer.11. Festive Christmas Confetti
Make confetti for next year’s celebrations by punching colorful spots from the cards. Use both plain and decorative punches, focusing on vibrant areas. Mixing gold, silver, red, and green from cards and leftover wrapping paper creates a festive confetti blend.Embrace the spirit of creativity and sustainability this holiday season by giving new life to your old Christmas cards!
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