How to Draw Holly: Step-by-Step for Kids
How to draw Holly in 12 easy steps
A sprig of Christmas holly with three spiky leaves and a cluster of shiny round berries.
Follow 12 steps on paper, or use the live lesson to trace one part at a time. Pause between strokes and take your time with the smaller details.
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How to draw Holly, step by step
1Draw a round berry on the left
Draw a round berry on the left.
2Draw a berry beside it
Draw a berry beside it.
3Draw a berry on top
Draw a berry on top.
4Draw the spiky leaf at the top
Draw the spiky leaf at the top.
5Draw the spiky leaf on the left
Draw the spiky leaf on the left.
6Draw the spiky leaf on the right
Draw the spiky leaf on the right.
7Draw a line up the top leaf
Draw a line up the top leaf.
8Draw a line along the left leaf
Draw a line along the left leaf.
9Draw a line along the right leaf
Draw a line along the right leaf.
10Add a shine to the top berry
Add a shine to the top berry.
11Add a shine to the left berry
Add a shine to the left berry.
12Add a shine to the right berry
Add a shine to the right berry.
Time to color!
Try deep green leaves and bright red berries.
In the live version, coloring is tap-to-fill: pick a color, tap a part, done.
Frequently asked questions
- How many steps are in the Holly drawing?
- This lesson has 12 guided strokes, with separate steps for the main shapes and details.
- Can we follow along on paper?
- Yes. Use a pencil or crayon and follow the steps at your own pace. You can also trace the guides in the browser.
- What colors can I use for Holly?
- Try deep green leaves and bright red berries. You can choose your own palette too.
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