Easy kids’ craft ideas for preschoolers through to tweens. We share art projects, printables, seasonal fun, simple sewing ideas and more.
Create a realistic 3D paper dragonfly with our printable template. It comes in full colour as well as line art with or without the body part labels. While this craft looks complex, it’s actually REALLY easy, made with just cutting, folding and gluing. It’s a great support for kids learning about dragonflies, minibeasts, insects or…
Print and create a woodland scene Spring papercraft using our latest template. The finished craft becomes a DIY paper toy designed to inspire imaginary play. It also makes a cute Springtime decoration. Get the template here Last year I designed a Woodland animals in Fall papercraft. It includes trees in Autumn hues along with some…
Today we have the sweetest love monster finger puppets to share. These make a fun Valentines Day-themed craft and are also a good way to engage in play with a DIY paper toy. The printable template is free! You might also like our printable Valentines colouring cards These guys might be monsters but that doesn’t…
Create a heart shaped cardboard necklace with textured patterns on each bead. This is a fun recycling craft, perfect for Valentines day (but let’s face it, hearts look fabulous all year round!). You might also like our pebble love bugs Who doesn’t love a good recycling craft? Cardboard really is one of my favourite crafting…
Australian crafts are fun all year round but at this time of year, during the lead up to Australia Day, I get especially inspired to celebrate all things Aussie. Here is a collection of Australian-themed crafts and printables for kids we’ve made over the years. You might also like these Summer crafts and activities What…
Make an adorable paper plate possum using our latest printable template. This easy craft for kids is based on the Ringtail possum which is common all over Eastern Australia. Get the template here. Nobody can deny the ultra-cute factor of Australian Ringtail possums. They are, however, one of the rare species of animals which has…
Make a 3D paper snowman with our latest printable template. This is an eye-catching Winter craft for kids that looks great hanging on the wall. The snowman sits on a hill surrounded by falling snow and, with his body parts glued on with a raised curve, he has a fun 3D effect. Get the snowman…
Celebrate for New year with our free printable 2022 party hats! Get the 2024 party hats here These are super fun to make at home and you can use them for both real celebrations and Zoom parties. You might also like our DIY party crackers (the bon-bon kind) Kids are going to love these print-and-colour…
I’m super excited to introduce our ebook, Christmas Paper Crafts. It includes 12 fun and festive Christmas paper crafts that you can make at home. Get your copy here Ever since I was a kid, crafting has been one of the things I love most about Christmas. It’s a great opportunity to spend quality time…