December 27 – National Make Cut-Out Snowflakes Day

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How to Celebrate National Make Cut-Out Snowflakes Day

•  Read the Martha Stewart tutorial on making cut-out snowflakes.
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•  25 snowflake cut-out designs.
•  Things to do with paper snowflakes.
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Crafting beautiful snowflakes out of paper is an amazing way to get in the winter spirit! Making cut-out snowflakes is an exciting activity that can fill your home with holiday cheer. The best part is that you don’t have to be a pro to create something stunning. All you need are colorful scissors and some white paper, although glitter or other decorations are also fun additions.

Whether it’s just for yourself or as a gift for a loved one, creating cut-out snowflakes can be a fun and rewarding experience. So grab some supplies and get creative!  Celebrate National Make Cut-Out Snowflakes Day!

HISTORY OF NATIONAL MAKE CUT-OUT SNOWFLAKES DAY

Making cut-out snowflakes is an age-old tradition that has been passed down through generations, originating as far back as the 12th Century in Japan! From there, it quickly made its way around the world, with German settlers bringing the craft to the United States in the 1800s. It’s since become a favorite pastime for both children and adults on cold winter days, and is always sure to bring cheers of joy when multiple snowflakes are hung together from windows and ceilings.  Embrace your inner childhood and make cut-out snowflakes!

100 WAYS TO CELEBRATE MAKE CUT-OUT SNOWFLAKES DAY

1. Organize a Snowflake Cutting Contest: Host a friendly competition to see who can create the most intricate or creative snowflake designs.
2. Host a Snowflake-Themed Craft Party: Invite friends over for a crafting session focused on making various types of snowflakes.
3. Create 3D Snowflakes: Make three-dimensional snowflakes using folded and cut paper techniques.
4. Snowflake Scrapbooking Session: Use your cut-out snowflakes to decorate scrapbook pages with winter memories.
5. Design Snowflake Window Decorations: Make large, elaborate snowflakes to hang in your windows for a festive look.
6. Snowflake Shadow Boxes: Create shadow boxes featuring layered paper snowflakes for a unique decoration.
7. Host a Snowflake Making Workshop: Teach others how to create beautiful snowflakes by organizing a workshop.
8. Snowflake Photo Frame: Decorate photo frames with snowflakes for a wintery touch.
9. Snowflake Dreamcatchers: Incorporate paper snowflakes into homemade dreamcatchers.
10. Snowflake Bookmarks: Make bookmarks using your cut-out snowflakes for a personal touch.
11. Snowflake Gift Wrapping Party: Use cut-out snowflakes to embellish gift wrapping at a holiday wrapping party.
12. Snowflake Stencil Art: Create stencils from your snowflakes and use them to paint designs on various surfaces.
13. Snowflake Placemats: Decorate placemats with laminated paper snowflakes for a winter-themed table setting.
14. Snowflake Wall Decals: Use adhesive paper to create removable snowflake wall decals.
15. Create Snowflake Snowglobes: Use your snowflakes to make DIY snowglobes using jars and glitter.
16. Snowflake Tree Toppers: Make large, intricate snowflakes to use as toppers for your Christmas tree.
17. Snowflake Science Experiment: Study real snowflakes under a microscope and try to recreate their patterns with paper.
18. Snowflake Candle Wraps: Wrap candles with vellum paper snowflakes for a decorative effect.
19. Snowflake Embroidery: Use snowflake patterns to create embroidered designs on fabric.
20. Snowflake-Themed Movie Night: Watch winter-themed movies while making snowflakes together.
21. Create Snowflake Mandalas: Design intricate mandala patterns using snowflake shapes.
22. Snowflake Luminarias: Make luminarias by cutting snowflake patterns into paper bags and placing tea lights inside.
23. Snowflake Garland Making Workshop: Host a workshop where participants create garlands from their cut-out snowflakes.
24. Snowflake Greeting Cards: Design and send greeting cards adorned with your snowflakes.
25. Snowflake Mobile Crafting: Make mobiles with hanging snowflakes for a whimsical home decoration.
26.  Snowflake Design Contest: Compete to see who can create the most intricate or creative snowflake design.
27. Snowflake Scavenger Hunt: Hide snowflakes around the house or yard and have participants search for them.
28. Snowflake Bingo: Play bingo using snowflake-themed cards with different designs and shapes.
29. Pin the Snowflake on the Winter Scene: A winter twist on “Pin the Tail on the Donkey,” blindfold participants and have them pin a snowflake onto a winter scene.
30. Snowflake Relay Race: Divide into teams and race to cut out and decorate snowflakes.
31. Snowflake Puzzle: Cut snowflakes into pieces and race to reassemble them correctly.
32. Snowflake Tic-Tac-Toe: Use snowflakes as the game pieces for a festive tic-tac-toe game.
33. Snowflake Memory Game: Create pairs of identical snowflake designs and play a memory matching game.
34. Musical Snowflakes: Similar to musical chairs, place snowflakes on the floor and walk around them until the music stops.
35. Snowflake Hot Potato: Pass a snowflake around in a circle while music plays; when the music stops, the person holding the snowflake is out.
36. Snowflake Target Toss: Toss small snowflakes into a target area, such as a bucket or circle on the floor.
37. Snowflake Charades: Act out winter-related activities or words, using snowflakes as props.
38. Snowflake Simon Says: Play “Simon Says” with commands related to making and displaying snowflakes.
39. Snowflake Fishing: Use a stick and string to fish for paper snowflakes with paper clips attached, using a magnet as the bait.
40. Snowflake Hopscotch: Create a hopscotch grid with snowflakes in each square instead of numbers.
41. Snowflake Freeze Dance: Dance to music and freeze when the music stops, holding a snowflake pose.
42. Snowflake Counting Game: Scatter snowflakes around and have participants count how many they find.
43. Snowflake Word Search: Create a word search puzzle with winter and snowflake-related words.
44. Snowflake Craft Race: Race to see who can cut out and decorate the most snowflakes within a time limit.
45. Snowflake Art Show: Set up a display area where participants can showcase their snowflake designs and vote on their favorites.
46. Snowflake Obstacle Course: Set up an obstacle course where participants must collect snowflakes as they navigate through.
47. Snowflake Bingo Relay: In teams, race to complete a bingo card with different snowflake designs.
48. Snowflake Guessing Game: Describe a type of snowflake design without saying the word, and have others guess which design you mean.
49. Snowflake Decorating Contest: Have a contest to see who can decorate a snowflake in the most creative way using various craft supplies.
50. Snowflake Catch: Use fans to blow lightweight snowflakes into the air, and try to catch them in containers or with hands.
51. Paper Snowflake Wreath: Create a festive wreath by attaching paper snowflakes to a circular frame.
52. Snowflake Mason Jars: Decorate mason jars with cut-out snowflakes and fill them with candles or fairy lights.
53. Snowflake Gift Bags: Personalize plain gift bags with paper snowflakes for a unique touch.
54. Snowflake Wall Art: Frame your cut-out snowflakes and hang them as winter-themed wall art.
55. Snowflake Suncatchers: Make snowflake suncatchers using clear contact paper and tissue paper.
56. Snowflake Garland: String together multiple paper snowflakes to create a beautiful garland.
57. Snowflake Lanterns: Attach snowflakes to paper lanterns to cast wintery shadows.
58. Snowflake Ornaments: Create delicate snowflake ornaments for your Christmas tree.
59. Snowflake Window Clings: Make snowflake window clings using puffy paint or gel paint.
60. Snowflake Candle Holders: Decorate glass candle holders with snowflake cut-outs and decoupage glue.
61. Snowflake Table Runner: Sew or glue snowflakes onto a fabric strip to create a decorative table runner.
62. Snowflake Coasters: Laminate paper snowflakes to use as festive coasters.
63. Snowflake Magnets: Attach small snowflakes to magnets for a wintery refrigerator decoration.
64. Snowflake Gift Tags: Use cut-out snowflakes as unique gift tags for presents.
65. Snowflake Mobiles: Create hanging mobiles with different sizes of snowflakes.
66. Snowflake Cards: Attach snowflakes to greeting cards for a personalized touch.
67. Snowflake Place Cards: Use snowflakes to decorate place cards for a winter-themed dinner party.
68. Snowflake Puppets: Attach snowflakes to sticks to make fun puppets for kids.
69. Snowflake Dreamcatchers: Incorporate snowflakes into homemade dreamcatchers.
70. Snowflake Bookmarks: Create bookmarks using laminated paper snowflakes.
71. Snowflake Pillows: Sew snowflake designs onto throw pillows for seasonal decor.
72. Snowflake Tote Bags: Paint or stencil snowflakes onto canvas tote bags.
73. Snowflake Window Decorations: Hang large, elaborate snowflakes in your windows.
74. Snowflake Wind Chimes: Make wind chimes by hanging snowflakes and bells from a branch or frame.
75. Snowflake Christmas Tree Topper: Create a large, intricate snowflake to use as a tree topper.
76. Snowflake Sugar Cookies: Bake sugar cookies and use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters, then decorate with icing and sprinkles.
77. Snowflake Pancakes: Use a snowflake mold to create pancakes, then dust with powdered sugar for a snowy effect.
78. Snowflake Sandwiches: Cut sandwiches into snowflake shapes using a cookie cutter for a fun and festive lunch.
79. Snowflake Tortilla Chips: Cut tortillas into snowflake shapes, brush with oil, sprinkle with salt, and bake until crispy.
80. Snowflake Cheese Crackers: Make homemade crackers and cut them into snowflake shapes before baking.
81. Snowflake Pizzas: Use a snowflake cookie cutter to shape mini pizzas, top with your favorite ingredients, and bake.
82. Snowflake Fruit Salad: Cut fruits like watermelon and pineapple into snowflake shapes and mix into a fruit salad.
83. Snowflake Quesadillas: Make quesadillas and use a snowflake cutter to create festive shapes before cooking.
84. Snowflake Cupcakes: Bake cupcakes and decorate the tops with snowflake designs made from fondant or icing.
85. Snowflake Chocolate Bark: Melt white chocolate, spread it on a baking sheet, and top with snowflake sprinkles before it hardens.
86. Snowflake Macarons: Pipe macaron batter into snowflake shapes and fill with your favorite flavors.
87. Snowflake Rice Krispies Treats: Shape rice krispies treats into snowflakes using cookie cutters, then decorate with icing and sprinkles.
88. Snowflake Cake Pops: Make cake pops and decorate them with snowflake designs using fondant or icing.
89. Snowflake Donuts: Use a snowflake cutter to shape donuts before frying, then dust with powdered sugar.
90. Snowflake Pretzels: Dip pretzel rods in white chocolate and sprinkle with snowflake-shaped candies.
91. Snowflake Hot Chocolate: Make hot chocolate and top with snowflake-shaped marshmallows.
92. Snowflake Meringues: Pipe meringue batter into snowflake shapes and bake until crisp.
93. Snowflake Breadsticks: Shape breadstick dough into snowflake patterns before baking.
94. Snowflake Veggie Platter: Arrange vegetables into a snowflake shape on a platter, using dip as the center.
95. Snowflake Pie: Cut pie crust into snowflake shapes and use them to decorate the top of your favorite pie.
96. Snowflake Ice Cream Sandwiches: Use snowflake-shaped cookies to make ice cream sandwiches.
97. Snowflake Cinnamon Rolls: Shape cinnamon roll dough into snowflakes before baking and drizzle with icing.
98. Snowflake Popcorn Balls: Make popcorn balls and shape them into snowflakes, then drizzle with white chocolate.
99. Snowflake Sushi: Arrange sushi ingredients into a snowflake shape on a platter for a creative twist.
100. Snowflake Jello: Pour jello into a snowflake-shaped mold for a fun, wobbly treat.

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