On The Table Read Magazine, “the best entertainment eBook magazine UK“, get your children excited about art with these fun and easy kids crafts that will inspire them and keep them busy.
Crafting is a fantastic way to keep kids entertained while also helping them unleash their creativity. From simple projects that require little to no adult supervision to more intricate crafts that can involve the whole family, there’s something for every little artist here!
Get ready for a list of engaging kids crafts that are not only easy to make but also lots of fun. These activities can transform any rainy day into a creative explosion, keeping your kids busy and happy. Let’s jump into these bright, colorful projects that promise hours of joy and artistic expression. Let your kids’ imaginations run wild as they explore these DIY craft ideas, and don’t forget to check out number 10—it’s a real showstopper!
1. Rainbow Paper Plate Fish
This project is a splash of color and creativity! Using just paper plates, markers, and scissors, kids can create their own vibrant, rainbow fish. Simply cut the paper plate into a fish shape, then let your little ones go wild with bright washable markers or paint!
Once they’ve colored their fish, they can add additional elements like googly eyes or sequins for a fun touch. Hang these colorful fish from the ceiling or on a wall to brighten up any space. Not only does this craft encourage artistic expression, but it also helps with fine motor skills as they cut and color!
– Materials needed: paper plates, washable markers, scissors, googly eyes, glue, sequins.
– Tip: Use double-sided tape to easily hang them without damaging the walls. Encourage kids to come up with their own fish designs!
Product Recommendations:
• Paper plates
• Washable markers
• Googly eyes
2. Handprint Art
Nothing beats the personalization of handprint art! This easy project can turn your child’s handprints into cute animals or trees, providing a lovely keepsake that parents will cherish.
All you need is some washable paint, paper, and your little one’s hands. For the paint, consider using CRAYOLA washable paints – assorted colours (pack of 10). These paints are easily washable, making cleanup a breeze after your little artist gets creative. Simply dip their hands in the paint and press them onto the paper to create a handprint.
After that, kids can add features using CRAYOLA SuperTips washable markers – assorted colours (pack of 24). These markers wash off skin and clothing easily, allowing for even more fun without worry!
For the paper, I recommend Daler-Rowney smooth 220gsm A4 heavyweight drawing paper pad. This heavyweight paper is perfect for holding onto the vibrant colors and textures of your child’s artwork.
It’s a fantastic way for kids to explore colors and shapes! As a unique twist, turn handprints into a family tree with different colors for each family member’s hand!
Product Recommendations:
• CRAYOLA washable paints – assorted colours (pack of 10)
• CRAYOLA SuperTips washable markers – assorted colours (pack of 24)
• Daler-Rowney smooth 220gsm A4 heavyweight drawing paper pad
3. DIY Sock Puppets
Transform old socks into adorable sock puppets! This craft is not only fun but also promotes imaginative play. Kids can decorate their puppets with washable markers, buttons, or any fabric scraps lying around.
Start with a clean sock—this could even be mismatched pairs! Once they’ve added features like eyes and a mouth, kids can put on a puppet show to showcase their creations. This project encourages storytelling and creativity at its best!
You’ll need a few materials to get started, such as old socks, buttons, and some fabric glue for securing the buttons and other decorations. Plus, consider investing in an arts and crafts supplies kit which provides a variety of crafting items that can further enhance your kids’ puppet-making experience.
Bonus tip: Hold a puppet show night for family to enjoy their creations!
Product Recommendations:
• Old Socks
• Washable Markers
• Fabric Glue
4. Nature Collages
### 4. Nature Collages
Bring the outdoors in with nature collages! This craft encourages kids to explore their surroundings and appreciate nature’s beauty. During a nature walk, gather leaves, flowers, and twigs, and consider enhancing the experience with an outdoor exploration kit. This kit includes binoculars and other tools that can make the adventure even more exciting and educational.
Back at home, kids can arrange their finds on a piece of paper and glue them down to create a beautiful collage that reflects their outdoor adventure. A bottle of craft glue is perfect for securing their natural treasures, as it dries clear and is safe for arts and crafts.
For the foundation of their masterpiece, colorful construction paper provides a vibrant backdrop that can really make the collage pop. This project not only promotes tactile engagement but also encourages kids to observe the details in nature closely.
– **Materials needed**: Leaves, flowers, twigs, glue, paper.
– **Insight**: Discuss different types of plants and their habitats while creating the collage.
Product Recommendations:
• Outdoor exploration kit
• craft glue
• construction paper
5. Painted Rocks
Painting rocks can be a fun and meditative activity! Kids can turn ordinary stones into vibrant pieces of art, and with the right supplies, the process becomes even more enjoyable. Start by collecting smooth rocks and making sure to clean them thoroughly. For decoration, you can provide an acrylic paint set featuring 24 colors, perfect for inspiring creativity as kids paint animals, patterns, or even inspirational messages.
Once the rocks are painted and dry, a spray of sealant spray will protect their artwork, ensuring it lasts as a beautiful garden decoration or a thoughtful gift. To make the painting experience even more enjoyable, consider using a paintbrush set, which includes various sizes to help with different painting techniques.
This craft not only keeps kids engaged but also promotes mindfulness and patience. To add an extra layer of fun, organize a painted rock scavenger hunt in your local park, where kids can find and take home their favorite creations!
Product Recommendations:
• acrylic paint set
• sealant spray
• paintbrush set
6. DIY Bead Bracelets
Creating bead bracelets is a wonderful way to enhance fine motor skills and unleash creativity! Kids can mix and match colorful beads to create their own unique jewelry pieces. To get started, you’ll need some stretchy string like the stretchy string for beading, which is perfect for making secure and flexible bracelets.
A variety of beads—such as those found in the assorted bead set—will allow kids to express their individual styles. This activity can also become a bonding experience when older siblings help younger ones. Once they’ve created their masterpiece, they’ll feel proud to wear or gift it to someone special!
For a safe crafting experience, having kids scissors with safety features on hand is a great idea, ensuring that everyone can join in without worry.
– Materials needed: beads, stretchy string, scissors.
– Tip: Encourage kids to design bracelets that represent their favorite colors or themes.
Product Recommendations:
• stretchy string for beading
• assorted bead set
• kids scissors with safety features
7. Clay Creations
Kids can let their imaginations soar with clay! Using air-dry clay like DAS White 1 kg Air Hardening Modelling Clay or modeling clay such as the Artecho Polymer Clay Set, they can create anything from animals to fantastical creatures. These clays are easy to work with and provide ample opportunity for kids to mold shapes and figures using their hands and simple tools.
Once their creations are dry, adding a splash of color with a CRAYOLA Washable Paints set can bring their projects to life. This activity not only fosters creativity but also improves hand strength and coordination!
To make it even more special, consider hosting a mini-exhibition to showcase their clay masterpieces to family and friends.
Product Recommendations:
• DAS Air Hardening Modelling Clay
• Artecho Polymer Clay Set
• CRAYOLA Washable Paints
8. DIY Greeting Cards
Making personalized greeting cards is a thoughtful craft that kids can enjoy. Using CRAYOLA construction paper, stickers, and markers, they can create cards for birthdays, thank-yous, or any special occasion. The vibrant colors in the construction paper pack provide the perfect backdrop for their artistic expressions.
Encourage them to write heartfelt messages inside, making their creations even more special! To add some flair, a sticker variety pack full of gem stickers can turn an ordinary card into a dazzling masterpiece. Lastly, they can use washable markers to add colorful illustrations and personal notes, knowing that any mess will easily wash away.
This project not only sparks creativity but also teaches kids about kindness and expressing emotions through art. To elevate the fun, consider organizing a card-making party where kids can exchange their creations. This way, they can share their thoughtful messages and unique designs with friends and family!
Product Recommendations:
• CRAYOLA construction paper
• sticker variety pack
• washable markers
9. Paper Mache Masterpieces
Paper mache is a classic craft that allows kids to create unique sculptures from simple materials! Using newspapers, flour, and water, kids can make a paste to apply over balloon shapes or wire frames. For a mess-free experience, consider using the Paper Mache Kit, which provides everything needed to get started, including hints and tips for success.
Once dried, children can paint and decorate their creations. A great addition to this project is the Non-Toxic Acrylic Paint Set. With 24 vibrant colors, this paint set ensures that kids will have rich pigments to bring their imaginative sculptures to life without any harmful chemicals.
This project is messy but oh so much fun! If you’re using balloons, opt for the Balloon Crafting Kit. It includes long twist balloons that are perfect for creating unique shapes, along with a pump for easy inflation. This allows kids to focus more on crafting and less on how to inflate their materials.
Overall, this engaging activity encourages imagination and promotes creative thinking. Plus, you can use this craft to teach kids about recycling by reusing old newspapers. Have fun creating those paper mache masterpieces!
Product Recommendations:
• Paper Mache Kit
• Non-Toxic Acrylic Paint Set
• Balloon Crafting Kit
10. Tie-Dye T-Shirts
Wait until they see the magic of tie-dye! This colorful craft is a guaranteed hit among kids and teens alike. Using plain white cotton t-shirts and fabric dye, they can create vibrant patterns and designs.
To get started, you’ll want to grab a Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit, which includes everything you need for a fun tie-dye experience with eight different colors. Kids can experiment with various tying techniques, from spirals to stripes, to achieve unique effects. After the dyeing process, they’ll be thrilled to wear their creations made from plain cotton t-shirts like the Gildan Adult Unisex Cotton T-Shirt.
To help them create the perfect designs, don’t forget to have some rubber bands, such as Dritz Rubber Bands, on hand. These are essential for securing the fabric before dyeing and come in a variety of colors for added fun. This project is fantastic for large groups and can foster teamwork and collaboration as kids work together to design and dye their shirts.
– Materials needed: Plain cotton t-shirts, fabric dye, rubber bands, gloves.
– Tip: Pre-soak the shirts in vinegar solution for brighter colors!
Product Recommendations:
• Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit
• Gildan Adult Unisex Cotton T-Shirt
• Dritz Rubber Bands
11. Paper Bag Puppets
Give life to your child’s imagination with paper bag puppets! Kids can create characters using paper bags, markers, and any craft supplies they have on hand.
All they need to do is decorate the front of the bag to create a face and use the bottom for their puppeteer’s hand! This craft not only brings out their creativity but also boosts storytelling skills as they act out scenes with their new puppets. For the perfect base, consider using brown paper bags, which are durable and eco-friendly.
To add vibrant colors and details, washable markers make an ideal choice. They are easy to use and wash off skin and clothing, ensuring a worry-free crafting experience.
Finally, enhance the creativity with a variety of textures and shapes by incorporating craft supplies assortment. This box includes pipe cleaners, pom poms, and buttons, allowing kids to embellish their puppets even further.
Encourage kids to come up with a short play involving the puppets they create—it’s a fun way to spark their imagination!
Product Recommendations:
• washable markers
• craft supplies assortment
12. Glitter Slime
12. Glitter Slime
What’s better than slime? Glitter slime! This squishy craft can keep kids busy for hours while they enjoy the sensory experience. Mixing white school glue, water, and borax powder creates a stretchy, sparkly concoction.
Kids can pick their favorite colors and add glitter assortment set for that extra sparkle! This activity is not just fun; it also provides a wonderful way to explore science concepts like chemical reactions.
– Materials needed: White glue, water, borax, food coloring, glitter.
– Important note: Supervise younger kids during the slime-making process to ensure safety.
Product Recommendations:
• White school glue
• borax powder
• glitter assortment set
13. Pom-Pom Creatures
Pom-poms aren’t just for cheerleading—they can also become delightful creatures! Using yarn, kids can create pom-poms and then transform them into cute animals or monsters by adding googly eyes and other craft materials. The yarn for pom-poms is perfect for making fluffy creations, while the craft glue ensures that all the parts stay in place.
This craft helps improve fine motor skills and can be a delightful group project. Kids can make a whole family of creatures to display together! Organizing a pom-pom creature party where kids can exchange their creations is a fun idea that adds an extra layer of excitement to this activity.
Product Recommendations:
• Yarn for pom-poms
• Googly eyes
• Craft glue
14. Balloon Animals
Balloon animals are a classic favorite! Learning to twist balloons into shapes can be a fun challenge for kids. With a bit of practice, they can create everything from dogs to swords. To get started, you’ll want to have the right materials on hand. Consider using long balloons for balloon animals, which come in a colorful pack of 100, perfect for multiple crafting sessions.
This craft not only entertains but also enhances hand-eye coordination. For easier inflation, a balloon pump can make the process quick and fun, allowing kids to focus on the twisting and shaping. Once they have mastered a few shapes, they can even host a balloon animal competition!
For those looking to expand their skills, a helpful resource is the book balloon animal instructional book, which offers step-by-step guidance on making various balloon animals and toys. Pro tip: Watch tutorial videos together for some creative inspiration to kick-start the fun!
Product Recommendations:
• long balloons for balloon animals
• balloon pump
• balloon animal instructional book
15. Friendship Bracelets
Crafting friendship bracelets is a lovely way for kids to bond! Using embroidery floss, they can create colorful patterns and designs that symbolize their friendships. This project is easy to learn and can be customized in countless ways. To get started, consider using the HANDI STITCH embroidery floss set, which includes 150 vibrant color skeins and a convenient storage box, making it perfect for various crafting projects.
Kids can exchange their creations as tokens of friendship! It’s a great way to teach them about kindness and sharing. To ensure safe crafting, pair your embroidery floss with some child-safe scissors from the colorful creative kids craft scissor set, designed specifically for little hands.
For those looking to spice things up, a friendship bracelet making kit with clay beads and charms can add a fun twist to traditional bracelets, making them even more unique.
Organize a friendship bracelet-making day where kids can gift their creations to friends, and watch their creativity and friendships flourish!
Product Recommendations:
• HANDI STITCH embroidery floss set
• child-safe scissors from the colorful creative kids craft scissor set
• friendship bracelet making kit with clay beads and charms
16. Upcycled Art Projects
Turn trash into treasure with upcycled art! Encourage kids to collect materials like bottle caps, cardboard boxes, or old magazines to create new art pieces. This craft promotes creativity, sustainability, and resourcefulness.
To help with your upcycled creations, you’ll need some reliable tools. Craft glue is perfect for securing those bottle caps and other materials together, ensuring that kids can assemble their masterpieces with ease. Additionally, having safety scissors for kids will make cutting and shaping materials safe and manageable, allowing them to explore their creativity without any worries.
Kids can make sculptures, collages, or even furniture for dolls! It’s a fantastic way to teach them about recycling and appreciating the value of old items. If you want to expand the crafting possibilities, consider acquiring an assorted craft supplies kit. This all-in-one set includes various materials that can inspire new ideas and projects, ensuring that kids stay engaged and excited.
Lastly, don’t forget to host a family art show with all the upcycled creations. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate their hard work and creativity!
Product Recommendations:
• Craft glue
• safety scissors for kids
• assorted craft supplies kit
17. Sun Catchers
Create beautiful sun catchers using simple materials! Kids can use CRAYOLA crayons to make colorful designs that shine in the sunlight. Just melt some crayon shavings between two pieces of wax paper and watch as the colors mix into stunning patterns. This craft is not only visually appealing but also introduces kids to the concept of color mixing!
Once they’re done, hang them in windows to catch the light. For the cutting part, using safety scissors for kids ensures that children can easily and safely cut their wax paper.
– Materials needed: Wax paper, crayons, an iron, scissors.
– Safety tip: Adult supervision is needed when using the iron.
Product Recommendations:
• wax paper
• safety scissors for kids
18. Beaded Keychains
Beaded keychains make perfect gifts, and they are super easy to create! Kids can use various beads and cords to design personalized keychains for their friends and family. This craft is excellent for enhancing fine motor skills and helps kids express their style.
To get started, consider using the bead craft kit, which includes a fantastic assortment of 5300 clay beads. This variety allows children to choose colors and patterns that reflect their personalities, making each keychain unique!
For assembling the keychains, you’ll need keychain rings. This set includes 100 swivel lobster clasps and key ring hoops, ensuring that there’s more than enough to craft multiple keychains.
Lastly, to string those beautiful beads together, grab some colorful cord for crafts. The 20 colors of thread cord provide a vibrant touch and allow kids to experiment with different combinations.
Encourage kids to think about who they are making the keychains for and personalize their designs! This not only keeps them engaged but also enhances their creativity and thoughtfulness.
Product Recommendations:
• bead craft kit
• keychain rings
• colorful cord for crafts
19. Leaf Rubbings
Explore nature with leaf rubbings! All you need are some interesting leaves, paper, and crayons. Start by placing a leaf under a sheet of paper and rub a crayon over it to reveal its beautiful texture and shape. For vibrant results, consider using Crayola crayons, which come in a pack of 24 bright colors to make your leaf rubbings truly pop. This craft connects kids with nature and enhances observational skills!
Once done, they can create a gallery of leaf rubbings on quality paper. A great option for this is the sketch paper pad, which is ideal for showcasing their artistic creations.
For a unique twist, use the rubbings in a scrapbook to document nature walks. If you’re planning an outdoor adventure to gather leaves, consider an outdoor exploration kit that includes binoculars and other fun tools to inspire curiosity about the natural world. Happy crafting!
Product Recommendations:
• Crayola crayons
• sketch paper pad
• outdoor exploration kit
20. DIY Journal Covers
Personalizing a journal cover can excite kids to write! By using cardstock like the Hawksbill A4 white cardstock, stickers from a sticker variety pack, and colorful designs created with washable markers, they can craft unique covers for their journals or notebooks. This fun activity not only sparks creativity but also encourages writing and self-expression.
Once their covers are complete, they can fill the journals with drawings, stories, or memories.
– Materials needed: cardstock, stickers, markers, glue, scissors.
– Insight: Discuss what they want to write about in their journals and encourage daily journaling for self-reflection.
Product Recommendations:
• cardstock paper
• sticker variety pack
• washable markers
Conclusion
These 20 fun and easy kids crafts are sure to keep your little ones engaged and inspired! Each activity not only fosters creativity but also encourages learning and bonding time. Whether it’s a rainy day or a sunny afternoon, these crafts will transform ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.
Get crafting and watch your children’s imaginations take flight, and remember, it’s all about the journey of creating together!
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