Crafts for kids and kid's crafts
This craft category is a huge collection of fun kids crafts and awesome DIY ideas for children! Simple & frugal crafts for kids, seasonal kids crafts ( winter crafts for kids, spring crafts for kids..), holiday crafts for kids ( Christmas crafts for kids, Easter crafts for kids..), DIY toys & board games, free sewing patterns ( Halloween costumes, kids clothes, plushies, baby toys ..), free crochet patterns (crochet clothing, amigurumis ... ), keepsakes, easy DIY gifts (mother's day gifts, father's day gifts, teacher appreciation gifts) ... and a lot more!
Do you know crochet and want to expand your knowledge a little bit? Try amigurumi ! With amigurumi , you will be able to crochet lovely, huggable crochet toys such as this super cute amigurumi reindeer by Olga Askarova ! But be aware: amigurumi is a very addictive hobby ( once you start making these lovely toys, you won't be able to stop ) ! This lovely amigurumi reindeer can be a great amigurumi project to begin with, because it's fairly quick and easy to crochet ( plus, at Amigurumi Space you will find a free step-by-step video tutorial as well! ). So get the free amigurumi pattern at Amigurumi Space and let's get crocheting :
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Nothing's cuter than a stuffed animal, and this little crochet amigurumi pig is no exception. This lovely pig pattern by Irina Podolyuk at AmiguroomToys works up really quickly and doesn’t take much yarn to make. So grab your yarn basket and crochet a lovely pig for all of the pig -lovers in your life. ( Kids really love handmade toys, especially when they are cuddly and colorful, which makes this amigurumi pig a great gift for any special occasion! )
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Paper Christmas ornaments are so fun to make! Maggy from Red Ted Art will teaches you how to make some super adorable paper reindeer ornaments! With this free printable creating these super cute reindeer bauble Christmas ornaments will be a piece of cake! You can use the finished paper reindeer ornaments as a cute Christmas tree additions OR you can use them to create super cute Christmas cards with the kids!
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Give this beautiful 3D paper shoe to your girl and ask her to be your Cinderella! Or make one for yourself to use as a jewelry box! Or create some as a stylish wedding or bachelorette party decor! Or... - the possibilities are endless! And Just 1 sheet of paper is required. Brilliant, isn't it? As usual, Dreamy Posy's wonderful free template and step by step tutorial will guide you through the process:
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With this super easy to make DIY shoe lacing card you can teach your kids how to lace a shoe in a playful way, or you can use these decorative paper shoes as low budget teen room decors! You can ask your kids to help make it and decorate their own cardboard shoes! If you haven't got white acrylic paint at hand you can use simple correction pens to create the lines! Add a nice colorful shoe lace for a more fun look! You can create classy fathers day cards with this brilliant craft idea as well!
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We love Santa crafts ! This easy origami Santa Claus by Origami Time is a great DIY project for the kids over the winter holidays. This lovely little Santa is one of the easiest origami Santa one can fold. It's just a few simple steps! Watch your kid's face light up as you transform a simple sheet of paper into a jolly little paper Santa , which can be great for creating Christmas cards or you can use them to decorate a Christmas bulletin board. This origami model is suitable for kids and everyone new to origami!
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In this free crochet tutorial , you can learn how to crochet this adorable little blue mouse in amigurumi ! This sweet amigurumi mouse is sure to bring a smile to any face! This amigurumi cutie can be a wonderful soft toy for both boys and girls. This amigurumi mouse is also perfect as a gift for a newborn if you crochet it from cotton yarn and hand embroider it's eyes. At Eva's Doll Shop you will find the free amigurumi pattern of this super cute little blue mouse, accompanied with a nice detailed crochet tutorial. This amigurumi pattern is a beginner one, so if you are a beginner in amigurumis this mouse is an absolutely perfect toy to begin with!
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Did you know that pom poms look beautiful as a flower bouquet? These pretty and fluffy pom pom flower bouquet by The Blue Sea Art is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day , birthdays, and it can be a gorgeous wedding decor or wedding bouquet ! Have you ever made pompoms ? While they may look complicated they are actually quite easy to make! These easy-to-make pom pom flowers will also look adorable in your room as a boho bouquet, on a pillow with embroidered stems, or even on a jean jacket! Watch the video tutorial and let's get crafting:
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Watch this step-by-step tutorial and learn how to make these adorable and super easy to make paper accordion fold dolls ! This easy DIY doll making tutorial will teach you how to make a fun and easy paper doll with the kids using a simple origami ( accordion ) fold and a few sheets of colorful paper. As you can see the supplies for this beautiful paper dol l are absolutely inexpensive! Once you have mastered the accordion fold making these paper dolls will be a piece of cake, even with the smallest crafty kids ! You can use these beautiful p aper dolls to decorate the classroom or you can use them as a nice addition to a Mother's day gift card!
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If you have LOTS of plastic drinking straws , this is the perfect Christmas craft for you! This fun drinking straw dimensional star ornament can be a great Christmas decor, 4th of July decor or birthday party decor both indoors and outdoors so, if you planning to decorate your trees outside this is also a fun way to do it! This drinking straw star ornament is so easy to make , even the smallest crafty hands can create some. Read this step-by-step tutorial by Natalie and create your own drinking straw star ornaments !
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It’s almost December so it's time to start your holiday crocheting! This amigurumi nativity set is soo adorable and Erica will share a free crochet pattern of each piece completely for free! This free amigurumi nativity set pattern is fairly simple to crochet, but you will need a lot of time to make them all. This nice blog will give you a free crochet pattern of Joseph,Mary the baby Jesus, a shepherd, a sheep and a donkey. They make great Christmas decorations, or this year make a little amigurumi nativity set as a lovely gift for the kids!
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Crochet your very own adorable cuddly amigurumi Siamese cat toy by following along Darya Neustroeva's nice free amigurumi pattern at AmiguroomToys ! This super adorable amigurumi Siamese cat is such a cute friend for toddlers as well as a beautiful handmade gift for grownups. If you'd like to make this adorable crochet / amigurumi Siamese cat bigger ( for an absolutely giant Siamese cat ) simply use a thicker, heavier weight yarn. You can also make this lovely huggable amigurumi Siamese cat from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it.
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This time Projects With Kids shares with us an easy and fun winter rock painting tutorial : the reindeer rocks ! We love stone painting and we LOVE Rudolph so this lovely winter decor is a must. In this kids craft tutorial you can learn how to make adorable little reindeer rocks , literally in minutes! This rock craft is suitable for kids of all ages because it's so easy to make! Rock hunting is a fun way to get outside into nature , spend time with family, spread kindness and unite communities. Don’t hide the rocks & pebbles in your mother’s kitchen cabinet: create cute painted rock reindeer & pebble games with them!
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We love small, quick, easy, and super adorable sewing projects , and this jeans mice craft by Creative Mamy no doubt is one of our all-time favorites! In this step-by-step video tutorial, you can learn how to sew ( or hand sew ) these super adorable jeans mice. They are quick and really easy to sew ( you can easily make some with hand sewing ) and the outcome is so adorable! They are the perfect size to make cute toys for your cats or the kids ( you can make a whole felt mouse family ) !
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We love to decorate the house for Valentine’s Day and we also love frugal and fun paper crafts ! This year decorate your home with this gorgeous DIY Valentine’s day paper ribbon topiary ! Beautiful, isn't it? This time Holly ( Ribbons & Glue ) teaches you how to make this gorgeous paper topiary which is just perfect for decorating for any special occasion ( or you can give it as a beautiful handmade gift ) ! Grab a bunch of colorful patterned craft paper , get the tutorial at ribbonsandglue.com and let's get crafting!
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Here's an adorable and huggable whale crochet pattern that would make a perfect gift for any fan of the deep blue sea ! This free crochet pattern by Spin A Yarn Crochet will help you to create a couple of lovely whales ! If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you. These crocheted whales would make a super sweet addition to any nursery as a wall hanging or on a mobile ( Or simply to play with, cuddle or gift to your whale-loving friend. )
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Crochet your very own adorable cuddly amigurumi whale toy with following along Lyudmila Kuropatova 's nice free amigurumi pattern at Amiguroom Toys! This super adorable amigurumi whale is such a cute friend for toddlers as well as a beautiful handmade gift for grownups. If you'd like to make this adorable crochet / amigurumi whale bigger ( for an absolutely giant whale ) simply use a thicker, heavier weight yarn. You can also make this lovely huggable amigurumi whale from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it.
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To get on board with the festivities here's a beautiful and super easy to make stained glass nativity scene! Today Meaningful Mama will show you how to make a faux stained glass nativity scene using our favorite craft material: paper! Stained glass crafts are so interesting! When there is no light shining through, it’s beautiful and still , but when the light shines through, the colors come to life! Beautiful, bright stained glass is something children are drawn to. The rainbow of broken colors and shapes are like puzzles of light.
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Want to make summer beach memories last all year? Bring home some seashells and make seashell crafts with your kids. These lovely seashell crabs and turtles By Red Ted Art are just perfect for treasures brought home from the beach! Add a little magnet and you have fun fridge magnets to remind you of your holiday or day at the seaside. Follow along Red Ted Art's step-by-step seashell craft tutorial and make your own seashell buddies:
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We love Gru's Minons and we are sure you and ( your kids) are love them too!. That;s why we decided to share with you Doroteja's super adorable little Minion inspired baby shoes! This is a free crochet pattern available in two sizes: 0 – 6 months and 6 – 12 months!You can use the classic yellow and blue yarn color combination or you can go for crazy minions with purple yarn! Fun isn't it? These adorable minion crochet boots can be a great baby shower gift!
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This time Bored Paracord presents you a gorgeous paracord design : the zigzag paracord bracelet. In this nice step-by-step video tutorial you can learn how to make this beautiful zigzag paracord bracelet with simple knots using nylon parachute cord ( paracord ) without plastic buckles. This paracord bracelet design is super easy to make but the outcome is so gorgeous and unique! This DIY zigzag paracord bracelet can be a great gift for your friends/family members , but of course you can create one for yourself as well. This parachute cord zigzag bracelet will look gorgeous in any color and size!
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Are you looking for free amigurumi patterns ? Do you love bunnies ? Crochet this cute little amigurumi bunny ! @wasilenatoys designed this lovely amigurumi bunny. Besides it's super adorable, this amigurumi pattern is completely free ! One of the nice things about amigurumi is that the exact size is rarely important, so you don’t need to worry about matching the designer’s gauge. Provided your stitches are compact enough that they won’t gape open to leaving large holes between them when you add the stuffing, you have the freedom to experiment with different yarns and hooks to give you a different-sized result. So grab your hooks and create this adorable amigurumi bunny now!
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This easy tutorial by Fantasvale Art Lab will teach you how to make fabulous rainbow shoes ( without tie-dye ) . All you need is a pair of plain white canvas shoes, a water pray bottle, textile paint and a small sponge. Watch the tutorial and create a pair ( or two ) now:
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This simple water-resist painting technique is a fun way to make easy and yet gorgeous watercolor art. Create beautiful art pieces with just a few supplies! It’s simple, fun, and gives great results! Persia Lou will teach you how to make gorgeous artworks with simple art supplies: watercolor and rubber cement. ( You can use any water-resistant art supplies instead of rubber cement such as white crayons, wax or oil-based pencils and crayons or even a white candle ). This watercolor art is such a fun craft for both kids and adults! You can decorate your home with the finished artworks or you could create a few lovely watercolor gift cards for your friends! Painting is always fun & relaxing, so let's get started:
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Besides being totally adorable, this crochet giraffe pattern by Marvel Toys at Amigurumi Space is completely free so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budget. This adorable amigurumi giraffe is ready for cuddles from your favorite kiddo. If you're stitching the giraffe as a toy for a young child, swap the safety eyes for crocheted or embroidered eyes instead. You can easily customize this amigurumi giraffe design to be any color you'd like. Crochet a little giraffe as a toy or as a cute little display on the shelf. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you. Grab some yarn and start stitching!
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Crochet these exquisite and adorable Chinese New Year Dogs ! The yarn is fuzzed up using a dog slicker brush to give an almost felted look, and color is added with Sharpie markers! Besides being totally adorable, this crochet dog pattern is completely free ,so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budget. Grab some yarn and start stitching! If you're stitching this cute little fuzzy puppy as a toy for a young child, swap the safety eyes and nose for crocheted or embroidered parts instead. You can easily customize this amigurumi dog design to be any color you'd like. If you're a crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you.
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When Easter is over it’s time to start freshening up your summer decor ! If you'd like to add a bit of fun cactus decor to your home, but don't have a greenhouse near you, how about making some adorable DIY Styrofoam egg cacti by The Crafted Sparrow? Those leftover foam eggs from your last Easter decoration are just perfect for this fun cactus decor ! Isn't it super cool? This adorable little DIY Styrofoam egg cactus is just perfect for decorating your home at summer on budget, and it's also an be a fun gift ! You could attach a little faux or paper flower to the top for an adorable blooming cactus !
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We just love fun costume ideas! We know your average 10/11/12-year-old kid isn’t going to beg you to be a carrot for Haloween this year….but it’s a fun DIY costume idea for babies, toddlers, or even high school aged kids who are past dressing up like super heroes and princesses but want something a little more unique and kind of hilarious to wear! Or hey, this would be an awesome adult costume too!
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