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DIY Holiday Crackers
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How to Make These Fun and Cheerful Holiday Crackers in 7 Easy Steps

Dec. 03, 2020 Denise Dias

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There’s nothing quite like the familiar and festive “POP!” of a holiday cracker to bring cheer around the Christmas or Hanukkah dinner table. Make these joyful decorations in a snap with seven simple steps and completely customize them with personal messages and tasty treats to delight your loved ones.

Related: Countdown the Holiday Season With This Festive DIY Advent Calendar

DIY Holiday Crackers - Materials required

Materials Required:

  • Paper rolls
  • Wrapping paper
  • Scissors
  • Tape
  • Ribbon or string
  • Cracker snaps
  • Confetti
  • Treats and goodies

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Step One: Cut Wrapping Paper

Step One: Cut Wrapping Paper

Cut out a few pieces of bright wrapping paper approximately 14 inches wide and 8 inches long. Look for wrapping paper that features grid lines along the back for easy measuring and cutting.

Step Two: Wrap Paper Rolls

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Step Two: Wrap Paper Rolls

Line three cardboard paper rolls side by side and carefully wrap them by rolling along the paper. Secure the paper with a piece of regular tape, double-sided tape, or a bead of hot glue.

Step Three: Insert Cracker Snap

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Step Three: Insert Cracker Snap

Slide a bon bon snap or cracker snap through the paper rolls from one end to the other. Secure one end with a small piece of tape. This will keep the snap in place when you fill the cracker and close the ends.

Step Four: Gently Crush Ends

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Step Four: Gently Crush Ends

Grab hold of the wrapped cracker with both hands and find the break beneath the surface where the paper rolls meet. Gently twist the rolls apart to form a groove in the paper.

Step Five: Close One End

Step Five: Close One End

Make sure the cracker snap is easily accessible on either end of your cracker. Carefully tie a ribbon or string to close one end of the cracker. Work the ribbon along the groove of paper to gently seal it shut. Once the ribbon is in place, trim the paper ends and lightly fluff them into shape.

Step Six: Fill Cracker

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Step Six: Fill Cracker

Now the fun part! Fill your cracker with items like personalized jokes or meaningful messages, paper crowns, balloons, candy, small trinkets or toys, and – of course – confetti!

Step Seven: Close Other End

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Step Seven: Close Other End

Repeat step five to close the other end of the cracker. Leave the ends tied simply with a ribbon or string, or dress them up with some jingle bells, small ornaments or colourful pom poms.

Set the Holiday Table

Set the Holiday Table

Make your holiday table pop with these fun and festive crackers!

Related: DIY Projects That Will Make Your Holiday Mantel Shine Bright

Images courtesy of Denise Dias

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