DIY Reindeer Food Station (Free Printable Collection)

There is something so magical about Christmas through the eyes of a child. One of my favorite holiday traditions was making reindeer food with my kids when they were little. On Christmas Eve, we’d bundle up, head outside together, and they’d sprinkle it across the lawn with the biggest smiles, hoping Santa’s reindeer would find our home. Seeing Christmas through their eyes was pure magic, and it’s one of those simple traditions I’ve always treasured. It’s amazing how the smallest moments often become the memories that stay with you the longest.

This year, I wanted to take that tradition one step further by creating a cozy Reindeer Food Station that the whole family can enjoy together. Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party, setting up a hot cocoa bar, looking for a fun classroom activity, or simply making memories at home, this little station is an easy way to add a touch of Christmas magic to the season.

Even better, I’ve created a coordinating free printable collection that includes everything you need to put it together!

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Simply enter your email below and I’ll send the entire printable collection straight to your inbox so you can create your own magical Reindeer Food Station this Christmas.

What’s Included in the Free Printable Collection

The printable collection includes:

Reindeer Food Station sign
Coordinating jar labels
Gift tags for finished reindeer food bags
Vintage poem tags

Everything coordinates with the same vintage-inspired design for a simple, cozy Christmas look.

Supplies You’ll Need

I kept this project intentionally simple using supplies that are easy to find.

Supplies

Wooden crate or caddy (the one I used is from Hobby Lobby)
Three glass jars with lids (the ones I used are from Hobby Lobby)
Old-fashioned oats
White sparkling sugar (Magic Sparkle)
Christmas sprinkles or Crushed Peppermint (North Pole Sprinkles)
Mini wooden scoops
Muslin bags
Green gingham ribbon (or your favorite ribbon. The green gingham ribbon I used is from Hobby Lobby)
Printable labels and tags
Double-sided tape or sticker paper
Paper and/or cardstock

Click HERE for the printer I use.

Click HERE for the sticker paper I use.

How to Assemble Your Reindeer Food Station

Start by filling each jar with one ingredient.

I labeled mine:

Oats
Magic Sparkle
North Pole Sprinkles

Attach the coordinating printable labels to the front of each jar.

Place the jars inside a wooden crate or caddy, then add a small wooden scoop to each jar so everyone can make their own magical reindeer food.

Next, print and frame the coordinating Reindeer Food Station sign. I used a simple wood frame that complements the vintage labels perfectly.

Finally, I added ribbon to the jars using green gingham ribbon.

Now your guests can scoop a little of each ingredient into their bag, tie it closed and add a tag and they’re ready for Christmas Eve.

How to Use the Reindeer Food

On Christmas Eve, head outside together and sprinkle the reindeer food across your lawn.

Don’t forget to attach one of the included poem tags!

A Simple Christmas Tradition

As my children have gotten older, I’ve realized it isn’t always the big gifts they’ll remember most.

It’s the little traditions.

Making cookies for Santa.

Reading Christmas stories together.

Watching Christmas movies under cozy blankets.

And now, making reindeer food together before bedtime on Christmas Eve.

Those are the moments that become family traditions.

Even if your little ones are grown, this is such a sweet activity to do with grandchildren, nieces and nephews, classroom friends, or neighborhood kids.

I hope this little project brings just as much joy to your family as I know it will to ours.