To draw Christmas-themed pictures, start with simple shapes and build details on top. Many Christmas things (trees, stockings, gifts, Santa, etc.) can be broken down into circles, triangles, rectangles, and curved lines.

Basic Christmas tree

1. Draw a tall triangle for the main tree shape.

2. Add 2–3 more triangles under it, each one a little wider, to make layers of branches.
3. Draw a small rectangle at the bottom for the trunk.
4. Add a star on top (a simple 5-point star) and circles and small ovals as ornaments.
5. Color it: green tree, brown trunk, colorful ornaments, yellow star.

Simple Christmas present

1. Draw a square or rectangle for the box.

2. Draw a vertical line and a horizontal line through the middle for ribbons.
3. On top, draw a small oval or square (the knot), then two triangle-like shapes on each side for the bow loops.
4. Add stripes, dots, or patterns to the wrapping paper and color in bright holiday colors.

Easy Christmas stocking

1. Draw a big “L” shape with rounded corners for the stocking outline.

2. Thicken the top by drawing a long rectangle on top of the “L” for the fluffy cuff.
3. Make the cuff look fluffy by replacing the straight edge with a bumpy line.
4. Add simple patterns like stripes, hearts, or snowflakes, then color red, green, and white.

Cute Christmas character

Pick one: Santa, a snowman, or a simple animal in a scarf (like a sloth, dog, or cat).

• Head: start with a circle or oval.
• Body: another oval or a rectangle under the head.
• Add simple dot eyes, a small triangle or “U” for the nose, and a smiling mouth.
• Add a Santa hat: a curved triangle with a fluffy bumpy line at the bottom and a circle/puffy shape at the tip.

Tips for drawing Christmas

• Use light pencil first, then trace good lines with a darker pen or marker.
• Keep shapes big and simple if you are starting out.
• Use classic Christmas colors: reds, greens, gold/yellow, white, and a bit of blue for winter skies.