Christmas Handprint Snow Globe Printable

Making a handprint snow globe has become one of those sweet holiday crafts we do every year.

It started as a simple preschool activity, but now it’s a keepsake I love pulling out each December.

It’s quick to prep, fun for little hands, and the kind of project that actually feels special, especially when you look back at those tiny handprints a year or two later.

Whether you’re planning a classroom craft, a homeschool activity, or just something festive to do on a cold afternoon, this printable makes it easy to create a memory worth saving.

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Handprint Snow Globe Picture

Creating a handprint snow globe is one of those crafts that feels just as meaningful as it is easy.

We’ve done this every December for years, and it always ends up being a favorite, simple supplies, minimal mess, and a keepsake you’ll want to save.

Supplies needed:

• cardstock (or colorful cardstock for a fun twist)
• washable paints (this is the paint we use for all of our free printable handprint templates)
• coloring pens
• paintbrush
• googly wiggle eyes (Optional)
• Wipes (handy for keeping the mess under control!)

How to Make Your Snow Globe Craft

This free printable snow globe template is for personal or classroom use and can be found at the bottom of this post.

Cardstock gives the best results, especially if you’re saving it long-term, but printer paper works in a pinch.

Let the kids pick their paint colors, mine chose grey for a snow castle look, but blue or green could work just as well.

Use a brush to paint their hand, then help them press it onto the globe with fingers pointing upward.

Make sure they press firmly, then slowly lift their hand to keep the print clean. Let the paint dry before adding extra details to the scene, like snow drifts, castle flags, or stars.

Snow Globe Gift Ideas for Kids

If your kids loved making the handprint snow globe craft, you might want to surprise them with a snow globe they can keep year after year. These make sweet holiday gifts or fun winter shelf decorations, and they tie in beautifully with the theme of your craft.

Here are a few snow globe ideas we like:

Christmas Crafts Customizable Snow Globe Kit – This kit lets kids customize their own snow globe with holiday-themed pieces, making it a fun DIY alternative to your handprint version.

Kurt Adler Musical Snow Globe – A classic, wind-up snow globe that plays music and features a festive Christmas scene. Great for display or gifting.

Christmas Snow Globe Picture Book – A gentle, beautifully illustrated story about wonder, winter, and imagination, perfect to pair with your snow globe craft.

More Holiday Fun

Once your handprint snow globe is dry, there are plenty of other festive activities to keep the creativity going, especially if you’re homeschooling through the snow.

Try one of our Christmas coloring pages for a no-prep break, or check out our Christmas gnome handprint and snowman handprint craft for more keepsake-worthy fun.

And if you’re looking for something cozy to gift, our snowman soup poem printable is a sweet way to wrap up the day, with hot chocolate, marshmallows, and a little holiday magic.

Get Your Free Snow Globe Handprint Template Here!

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Last Updated on 4 August 2025 by Clare Brown