Arts and crafts can be incredibly enjoyable for children of all ages. They help to develop creativity, encourage the use of their hands, and create beautiful works of art.
Making crafts together can also be a great family activity and can help bring parents and children closer together. Here are 13 projects to try at home with kids.
1. Handmade Card
Handmade cards are a great way to create something special and personal that can be given away to others. They can be as simple as a few pieces of construction paper tied together or they can be an intricate work of art with various materials added. Gather the supplies, such as colored paper, glue, scissors, and markers and start cutting, gluing, and decorating.
There are endless possibilities when it comes to cards.
2. Picture Frame
Making picture frames is a great way to preserve special memories and keep them for many years. Frames can be customized according to any color or pattern that the creator chooses.
Start by gathering the supplies, such as foam boards, construction paper, hot glue, and markers. Then begin gluing the pieces together. The frame can also be decorated with any type of embellishments, such as glitter, feathers, and ribbons.
3. Popsicle Stick Crafts
Popsicle sticks are a great material to use for a wide variety of craft projects. Starting with buying popsicle sticks in different colors or sizes, the options for craft projects are limitless. They can be used to make birdhouses, wind chimes, puppets, and so much more.
All that’s needed is some imagination and some sticks!
4. Paper Flowers
Paper flowers are a great craft project for all ages and can look incredibly beautiful when done. All that’s needed is paper, scissors, and glue or tape.
Depending on the size of the flower, the petals can be cut out of large or small pieces of paper. Be sure to use different colors for a more vibrant flower. When the petals are ready, glue or tape them together in the center, creating a beautiful flower.
5. Clothespin Dolls
Clothespin dolls are a fun craft project that can bring hours of fun! All that’s needed is some clothespins, felt, yarn, and other small decorations such as beads, buttons, and sequins.
Begin by gluing the clothespins together to form the body, head, and arms of the doll. Then with some felt, create a dress and other accessories such as shoes and a hat. Glue these pieces to the doll.
Finally, add a face and yarn hair.
6. Suncatchers
Suncatchers are great for bringing a little bit of extra light and color into a room. They can be hung in the bedroom, living room, or even in the garden. A great way to start off is by drawing a design onto cardstock.
Then, with some craft supplies like colorful tissue paper, crayons, and glue, layer the design with the different colors and materials. To finish off, use ribbon or string to hang the suncatcher or use a frame to display it.
7. Fabric Banners
Making fabric banners can be a fun way to create a personalized room decoration. Start off by gathering all the materials needed, such as fabric, needles, thread, and any embellishments.
Cut the fabric in the shape of a banner, add any decorative elements, and stitch together using needle and thread. The fabric banner can then be hung on a wall or even used as a fun photo backdrop.
8. Clothespin Magnets
Make use of all those clothespins! Clothespin magnets are a great project for younger children and are great for brightening up a fridge!
To start, assemble the materials needed, such as clothespins, glue, and colorful felt. Glue the felt onto the clothespin and then glue a magnet onto the back of the felt. Complete the project by adding any additional decorations and use for fun fridge magnets!
9. Tie-Dye
Tie-dye is a fun and colorful craft project that looks great on t-shirts, skirts, or other materials. Start by gathering supplies such as dyes, rubber bands, and gloves. Then, choose how you want to tie the material and what colors you’d like to use.
Finally, dunk the tie-dyed material in the dyes and let the colors set according to the instructions on the dye box.
10. Dream Catchers
Dream catchers are a great way to inspire and protect dreams while they sleep. Making a dream catcher can be as simple as using a hoop, yarn, and feathers or it can be more complex with using more feathers, beads, and other decorations.
Start by wrapping the hoop in yarn, add beautiful feathers and beads, and attach the decorations. Finally, hang the dream catcher in the bedroom and enjoy the beautiful results.
11. Painting
Allow children to express themselves through painting! You don’t need to be an artist, just grab some paints and brushes, and have fun!
Painting is a great way to exercise creativity as it doesn’t have to follow any specific rules. Encourage children to explore different materials and techniques, such as finger-painting and marble painting, and help them discover their personal style.
12. Scrapbooking
Scrapbooking is a great way to collect and preserve memories. Put together photos, souvenirs, and stories in one book that can be kept forever.
Gather the necessary supplies such as construction paper, stickers, glue, ribbons, and other decorative elements. Start off by sorting through the photos and souvenirs, then move on to designing the pages. Print the photos or use stickers to create the pages and decorations.
13. Paper Mosaic
Paper mosaics are a fun way to explore shapes and colors. Gather different paper in different shapes and sizes, as well as glue and materials to hang the project with. Start off by dividing the paper into different shapes, such as star, circles, squares, and others.
Then, begin gluing the pieces of paper on the wall, canvas, or other surface in any pattern designated.
Conclusion
Crafts can be a great way to express creativity and spend quality time with children. There are so many projects to try out and explore, such as making cards, frames, dream catchers, and more. Give it a try and explore different types of crafts and make some truly unique works of art!