Christmas is the season to sparkle

Article author: Tegan Rixon Article published at: Dec 11, 2025
Christmas is the season to sparkle

Christmas is the season of sparkle, colour, and handmade magic — and there’s no better way to get creative than with polystyrene craft shapes. Whether you're decorating your home, planning a festive school project, or preparing a winter shop display, our polystyrene products make crafting fun, affordable, and beautifully customisable.

Transforming Polystyrene into Festive Decorations

Polystyrene is lightweight, easy to decorate, and perfect for crafters of all ages. With just a little paint, ribbon, glitter, or fabric, you can turn plain shapes into festive treasures.

⭐ Stars: Shine Bright on Every Christmas Tree

  • Paint stars with metallic gold or silver for a luxurious finish

  • Add glitter for extra sparkle

  • Wrap in ribbon or fabric for a rustic farmhouse style

  • Personalise with names, dates, or festive messages

Great for tree ornaments, garlands, and table scatter.

🎄 Cones: Mini Christmas Trees Made Easy

Polystyrene cones are one of the most versatile shapes at Christmas.
Try decorating them with:

  • Green paint + sequins and pom-poms

  • Metallic glitter for a show-stopping centrepiece

  • Twine, ribbon, or fabric strips for a textured look

Cluster different cone sizes to create a winter forest display.

❤️ Hearts: Handmade Warmth for the Holidays

Although hearts appear year-round, they’re perfect for spreading Christmas cheer.
Decorate them with:

  • Festive red and white paint

  • Tartan fabric

  • Rustic twine and personalised tags

Ideal as homemade ornaments or heartfelt gifts.

⬜ Cubes: Festive Building Blocks

Polystyrene cubes make brilliant prop decorations:

  • Wrap them like miniature presents

  • Paint and sparkle them for retail displays

  • Stack them for dramatic window visuals

Perfect for home décor, craft sessions, and shop displays.

Crafting Tips for a Stress-Free Christmas

  • Use acrylic paints for smooth, vibrant coverage

  • Add glitter or sequins to make your decorations pop

  • Personalise for keepsakes that return year after year

  • Store carefully to reuse your creations every Christmas

Who Are These Crafts Perfect For?

🎅 Families – fun weekend craft sessions
🎁 Schools & clubs – affordable group projects
🏬 Retail & events – visually striking displays

Make your Christmas magical with polystyrene shapes from Poly Craft Supplies — where creativity comes to life.

Article author: Tegan Rixon Article published at: Dec 11, 2025