DIY "Dear Santa" Letter Writing Kit

2 min read September 13, 2026 Mariah Leeson
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There is nothing quite like the magical tradition of writing letters to Santa during the holiday season. Start a new tradition this Christmas and give your kids the gift of magic and wonder with their very own DIY Letters to Santa Kit. This kit comes with everything you'll need to write and send a letter to the jolly old man himself. It's easy to create a Dear Santa Letter Writing Kit with these 5 essential items. Be sure to download the Free "Dear Santa" Letter Printable here!

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Clipboard

You will need a clipboard to keep all of the goodies in your Letter to Santa Kit contained. Spray paint the clipboard white and let dry overnight.

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Candy Cane Pens

Sweet memories are sure to be made when kids write their letters to Santa with these fun Candy Cane Pens.

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Nordic Washi Tape

Use Nordic Washi Tape to embellish your envelopes and letters to Santa this Christmas season.

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Letter to Santa Printable

Download the Free "Dear Santa" Letter Printable here! The kids will have fun letting Santa know if they have been naughty or nice and filling out their Christmas wish list.

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Ribbon

Use red and white striped ribbon to tie everything together and create your whimsical and fun Letters to Santa Kit.

See how we used our letter kits at our very own Letters to Santa Party complete with North Pole Snack Mix and a DIY Letter to Santa Felt Garland.

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