Crafts and Activities

Easy kids’ craft ideas for preschoolers through to tweens. We share art projects, printables, seasonal fun, simple sewing ideas and more.

  • Egg Carton Monsters

    Got an old egg carton? Why not turn it into an egg carton monster treat holder? This is a fun kids’ craft idea perfect for Halloween. It’s also a recycling craft so you get to use up your trash at the same time—win-win! This easy Halloween craft was first published in 2013 and has been…

  • Cute ghost crafts for kids

    Get ready for Halloween with this collection of cute ghost crafts for kids. There’s something for all age groups to enjoy, from toddlers and preschoolers to tweens and even the big kids among us (like me!). You might also like our printable Halloween paper craft collection What would Halloween be without ghosts? They’re great for…

  • Yarn doll ghosts

    Here are some easy yarn doll ghosts you can make at home using the same technique you’d use to make traditional yarn dolls. You might also like our Halloween paper craft collection Have you ever made yarn dolls before? They’re a traditional craft so maybe you have, or maybe you remember somebody else making them…

  • Paper roll owl craft

    Make an adorable paper roll owl craft. This idea is easy enough for younger kids while older kids and adults can add their own creative flare with colour and pattern. This fun kids craft was first published in 2020 and has been updated and reshared for today’s audience. You might also like our paper roll…

  • Cardboard apple tree craft

    Create a cardboard apple tree with removable apples kids can “pick”. Free printable template included. This easy recycling craft is a fun DIY toy for kids and could be extended into a learning counting game for preschoolers. You could also add the finished tree to Fall or harvest-themed small worlds to encourage imaginary play. This…

  • Apple basket craft

    Here’s a super cute pair of apple baskets to make from paper using our printable template. The baskets are just the right size to hold little treats and make a fun apple or harvest-themed crafts for kids. They’re also cute for back-to-school, and they’d make a sweet teacher gift filled with chocolates at Christmas or…

  • paper flower wreath

    Make a gorgeous flower wreath for Autumn or fall. You could easily switch this to bright colours and add a few paper leaves for Spring or Summer too. For a Christmas-themed wreath you could make paper Poinsettias. This is a fun and easy Autumn DIY for older kids and adults to make. If you’re crafting…

  • Printable monster jokes

    Kids are going to love this funny, silly set of free printable monster jokes. You might also like our 3D monster portraits Do you know how to tell if a big, scary, monster has been hiding in your lunch box? Or what a big, scary, monster’s favourite snack is? Get our set of free printable…