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Crafting Holiday Magic with OOLY Color Layers Markers

Two paper mittens connected by pink yarn, with an OOLY White DIY Cover Sketchbook and two packages of Ooly Color Layers Double-Ended Layering Markers placed against a backdrop featuring red, pink, and green Christmas trees. Ooly Craft Blog.

Craft blog by: @JessicaGrant14 on Instagram

Looking for a holiday craft that's fun for the whole family? With OOLY Color Layers Markers, you can design these one-of-a-kind holiday mitten decorations. Whether they’re hanging on your tree or above your fireplace mantel, these colorful creations are sure to spread festive cheer. The double-ended markers, with a chisel tip for bold layering and a fine point for detailed designs, make it easy to create beautiful, layered effects—without the worry of muddled colors. Perfect for adding intricate patterns and fine details, these markers are your go-to for holiday crafting magic!

Time Duration: 30 minutes 

Skill Level: Beginner

Other Items Needed:

  • Scissors (adult supervision required)
  • Yarn
  • Glue

Directions:

A mother helping a child trace their hand on an OOLY White DIY Cover Sketchbook using OOLY Color Layers Double-Ended Layering Markers to create the shape of a mitten. OOLY Craft Blog Step 1.

Step 1: Begin by tracing your child’s hand on OOLY White DIY Cover Sketchbook with OOLY Color Layers Double Ended Layering Markers, shaping it to resemble a mitten. Carefully cut out the mitten shape with scissors to prepare it for decorating.

A mother and three children drawing on cut-out paper mittens with OOLY Color Layers Double-Ended Layering Markers. OOLY Craft Blog Step 2.

Step 2: Use OOLY Color Layers Layering Markers to design bright and layered patterns on your mittens. From festive stripes and snowflakes to abstract colorful patterns, these layering markers allow you to create stunning effects with ease. Start with your base, then make your drawing POP by adding layers of fun and vibrant color!

Two paper mittens with colorful stripes and snowflakes are tied together with yarn. They rest on a background featuring blue, green, and red Christmas trees. Next to the mittens is an OOLY White DIY Cover Sketchbook and a set of OOLY Color Layers Double-Ended Layering Markers. The image is part of the Ooly Craft Blog, Step 3.

Step 3: To give your mittens a cozy holiday look, glue yarn around the cuffs of each mitten. Choose a festive color like green or red, or even mix and match! Finally, attach them together with a piece of yarn. Then, hang them on your tree, as garland above your fireplace, or use them to decorate gift packages. The possibilities are endless with your own creative designs!

Gather your supplies and start crafting these festive mitten decorations today—using OOLY Color Layers Markers for bright and beautiful results!

We would love to see photos of your craft projects! Tag us on Instagram at @WeAreOOLY using #OOLYcreateyourhappy.

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