Learn how to make a candy train to use as an ornament, for a Birthday activity, as a gift topper, or just for fun! This classic craft is sure to be a hit with the young and old, alike!

When my kids were little, I remember making Candy Trains with them! I even made enough to sell at a small local bazaar, along with Snowman Soup, Reindeer Food, and Beaded Socks for little girls. It was a lot of fun to make them and they were good gifts to give!

Now that my nieces have kids, I decided it was time to revisit candy train-making to share the joy with them!

Train made out of candy hanging as an ornament on a Christmas tree.

Supplies

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Gum – Believe it or not, it’s actually hard to find the small packs of gum in stores but I was able to find them on Amazon.
Lifesavers – You can often find Lifesavers around Christmas time, in stores.
Starlight Mints
Rolos
Kisses
1/2″ Glue Dots – You can also use a glue gun. Because we are making candy trains with little kids, I opted to buy glue dots to prevent burns.
1″ Wide Ribbon – If you want to turn your candy train into an ornament, be sure to pick up some ribbon. This is the ribbon I used, you just want it to be wide so the train doesn’t tip, when you hang it on your tree.

How To Make A Train Out Of Candy

A pack of Juicy Fruit gum with a 1" wide black and white ribbon attached to it.

Step 1: Add 3 glue dots across the top of a small 5-piece pack of gum.

Step 2: If you plan to make a candy train ornament, lay a piece of ribbon across the middle of the gum, on the center glue dot.

Lifesavers adhered to a pack of Juicy Fruit gum with a ribbon in between the two.

Step 3: Then, press a pack of Lifesavers on top of the gum.

Lifesavers adhered to a pack of Juicy Fruit and a Rolo on one end.

Step 4: Add a glue dot to the top, back end of the Lifesavers and attach a Rolo for the engineer’s cabin.

Lifesavers, Juicy Fruit, a Rolo, and a Hershey's Kiss attached together to form a candy train.

Step 5: Next, use a glue dot to attach a Kiss to the other end of the Lifesavers, for the front of the train.

Starlight mints attached to a candy train for wheels.

Step 6: Finally, using glue dots, press Starlight Mints onto the front and back of the gum pack for the wheels. Repeat on the opposite side.

Candy train ornament made out of Juicy Fruit gum, Lifesavers, a Rolo, a Hershey's Kiss, and a one inch wide ribbon for hanging on a Christmas tree.

Step 7: If you added ribbon, now is the time to tie a bow at the top.

What To Do With Candy Trains

These candy trains are a Christmas favorite but would also make a great activity for a Train Birthday Party or for the train enthusiast!

Turn it into an ornament.
Use it as a gift topper.
Put them together at a craft party.
Add to a You’ve Been Tinseled Box.
Make it a Birthday activity.
Sell them at a craft bazaar.
Provide the supplies for a classroom activity or classroom Christmas Party.
Gift to your children’s friends.

Making a candy train is a fun and creative way to add a little sweetness to your train themed Birthday party or Christmas. Whether you use it as a decoration, a tree ornament, or a cute gift, this easy craft is sure to bring smiles to everyone. Gather your supplies, follow the steps, and enjoy building these adorable trains with family or friends. It’s a simple project that adds a special homemade touch to your Christmas!

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Since the candy stays wrapped, you can enjoy it after Christmas or your train-themed event. It’s a fun craft that’s not only festive but also sweet to eat when the celebration is over!

You can get creative and use your favorite wrapped candy to make your train. I showed you what I used and what it represents but you can use something similar to make it uniquely your own!

If you plan to eventually eat the candy, I would avoid using a glue gun as the hot glue may melt the candy pieces. Instead, I used glue dots but you could also try double-sided tape. I like that glue dots allow kids to add the train elements themselves!

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