Free Gnome Handprint Art for Christmas

Gnome handprint art is a fun and easy way to get creative with the kids this holiday season.

With our free template, they can turn their handprints into festive gnomes, a simple, memorable project to add to your Christmas printables lineup.

It’s the perfect craft to enjoy some quality time together and create a keepsake you’ll treasure.

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Christmas handprint gnome art

This Christmas handprint art is an easy, festive craft that kids will love. Here’s everything you need to get started and a step-by-step guide to make the process simple.

Craft supplies needed:

• cardstock (or if you want to print it on colored paper we love this colorful cardstock)
• washable paints (any colors work, but red, green, and gray are great for a Christmas look)
• paintbrush
• googly wiggle eyes (optional, but they add a cute finishing touch)
• Wipes (a must for easy cleanup!)

Using the gnome template:

This gnome handprint template is free for personal or classroom use. Scroll to the end of the post to download the PDF.

Download and print the template on one full page in portrait orientation. Printing on cardstock works best as it holds paint well and is more durable.

Set up a protected workspace—place newspaper or a tablecloth underneath to keep things mess-free.

Let the kids choose the color for their gnome’s beard. We used gray, but white, brown, or even glitter paint could be fun!

Using a small paintbrush, cover one of the child’s hands with a thin layer of paint. Make sure to cover the entire palm and fingers but avoid applying too much paint to prevent smudging.

Have the child press their hand onto the cardstock below the gnome’s nose, fingers pointing downward to resemble the beard. Press down gently and evenly to ensure the handprint transfers fully.

For a thicker beard, you can use both hands in a “V” shape. Paint the other hand and repeat the pressing process on the opposite side of the gnome’s face.

Gently lift each hand off the paper to avoid smudging. If there are any smudges, they can add to the gnome’s beard texture, so don’t worry about small imperfections!

Allow the handprint to dry thoroughly before moving to the next step—this can take up to an hour depending on the paint.

Once dry, glue on googly eyes just above the beard to bring the gnome to life. Kids can also color the gnome’s hat, add patterns, or decorate the snowflakes on the template for extra holiday flair.

These make wonderful keepsakes for parents and grandparents or fun holiday decorations for your home.

More Christmas activities

• Embrace the holiday spirit with the best Christmas read alouds perfect for cozy evenings or family storytime.
• Spark creativity with free Elf on the Shelf coloring pages, allowing children to bring their imagination to life with vibrant colors and holiday themes.
• Engage in cheerful entertainment with free Christmas bingo cards adorned with festive holiday images, a perfect activity for gatherings that promises laughter and enjoyment for all ages.
• Craft a beautiful Christmas tree using our free Christmas tree handprint art. A creative and personalized activity that allows children to express their artistic flair while making a memorable decoration for the season.
• Create even more special memories with our free Christmas angel handprint art.

Need to print later? Add this to your Pinterest board or share it on Facebook. You’ll have it handy whenever you’re ready to use it!

Get the free Christmas gnome handprint template here!

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Last Updated on 30 November 2024 by Clare Brown