Crafts and Activities

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

  • Halloween Rockers

    Make these paper Halloween Rockers as a fun DIY toy and easy Halloween-themed decoration. There are 4 printable characters in the set. It makes a perfect Halloween activity for kids aged 6 and up, although younger kids could also make them with some adult help. Get the template here Q: What’s the best way to…

  • Pumpkin Craft Bundle

    Pumpkin crafts are all so cute that it can be hard to choose which one to make. That’s why we’ve put four of our favourite pumpkin printables into one great value pack. It includes two DIY toys, a pattern art STEM craft and a painting activity. There is also an open-ended set of pumpkin templates,…

  • Leaf Squish Art

    Make realistic squish art leaves in pretty autumn hues using this simple printing technique and our fold-and-cut template. This is a fun and easy kids’ art project for Autumn or Fall. It’s suitable for ages 6+, but younger kids could also make it with some adult help. Get the template here Q: What’s as pretty…

  • Pattern Art Pumpkin Spinner

    Create a gorgeous pattern art pumpkin decoration that spins in the wind! Decorate your pumpkin with doodle art patterns or simply colour, cut and paste together. This is a fun STEM craft for older kids, teens and adults. It’s perfect for Autumn or Fall, Harvest season, Thanksgiving or as a Halloween decoration. Younger kids could…

  • Paper Fairy Land

    Create an enchanting paper fairyland complete with fairy houses, cobblestone paths, giant flowers and four adorable paper fairy dolls. This printable paper world is fun to colour and put together with simple paper stands. It’s a diy toy kids can make that will inspire hours of imaginary play and makes a cute fairy-themed decoration.  Get…

  • 3D Paper Cheetah

    Kids will go wild for this 3D Cheetah portrait craft! The design is based on a realistic cheetah, but you can make yours any colour you like. This paper craft is easy to put together and is a great way to support kids learning about African animals, wild cats, or for anyone who loves cheetahs….

  • Dancing Peacock Spider

    Make a 3D Peacock Spider pattern art craft. The finished spider wiggles and dances with the help of his movable abdomen tab. This is a fun and educational STEAM activity, perfect for kids learning about minibeasts—or maybe they really love spiders (some people do!) Get the template here Have you heard of the Peacock Spider?…