10 Creative (and Easy!) DIY Crafts for Kids This Spring

Spring is the perfect time to get crafty with your little ones. The season brings fresh energy, vibrant colors, and plenty of outdoor inspiration. Whether you're homeschooling or looking for fun activities to do as a family, here are 10 easy and creative DIY crafts that your kids will love to make and you'll love displaying!

1. Pressed Flower Bookmarks

Spring flowers are in full bloom, and what better way to preserve their beauty than by turning them into bookmarks? Take a walk around your yard or local park to gather flowers, leaves, and petals. Lay them flat between wax paper, press them under a heavy book for a few days, and then use them to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind bookmarks.

Materials Needed:

• Fresh flowers, leaves, and petals

• Wax paper

• Heavy book

• Scissors and ribbon (optional)
  
  

2. Painted Rock Garden Markers

Get your kids involved in beautifying the garden with painted rock garden markers. Have them paint and decorate small, smooth stones to represent various plants or vegetables you’re growing. Not only does it add a personal touch, but it’s also a great way to teach your kids about gardening!

Materials Needed:

• Smooth rocks

• Paint and brushes

• Clear varnish (optional to protect the paint)
  
  

3. DIY Bird Feeder

Bring some nature into your backyard with a simple homemade bird feeder. Using items like toilet paper rolls, peanut butter, and birdseed, your kids can create a fun craft that also helps attract beautiful birds to your yard.

Materials Needed:

• Toilet paper rolls

• Peanut butter

• Birdseed

• String for hanging
  
  

4. Bubble Wrap Printing

Take some bubble wrap, dip it in vibrant paint, and press it onto paper to create textured prints. This craft is a sensory delight for kids and results in a fun, unique piece of art. The pop of bubbles and the process of pressing the wrap makes for a satisfying activity.

Materials Needed:

• Bubble wrap

• Paint and paintbrushes

• Paper
  
  

5. DIY Wind Chimes

Let your kids create their own music with homemade wind chimes. Using materials like wooden sticks, old keys, buttons, and string, your little ones can craft a beautiful wind chime that plays a soft melody when the wind blows.

Materials Needed:

• Wooden sticks or a metal hanger

• String

• Old keys, buttons, shells, or beads

• Glue or tape
  
  

6. Paper Plate Ladybugs

A classic spring craft, paper plate ladybugs are a fun way to bring a bit of whimsy into your home. Paint a paper plate red with black spots, add antennae, and watch your little ones' creativity flourish. It's an easy craft that's perfect for younger kids!

Materials Needed:

• Paper plates

• Red and black paint

• Googly eyes

• Black marker for antennae
  
  

7. DIY Kite

Springtime winds are perfect for flying kites! Help your kids build a simple kite using construction paper, wooden dowels, and string. Once assembled, they can decorate their kites with bright colors and patterns, and then take them outside for a flying adventure.

Materials Needed:

• Construction paper

• Wooden dowels or sticks

• Glue

• String
  
  

8. Nature Collage

Encourage your children to explore the outdoors by creating a nature collage. Collect leaves, twigs, feathers, and flowers on a nature walk, then glue everything onto a large piece of cardboard or paper. The end result is a beautiful representation of the season’s natural beauty!

Materials Needed:

• Cardboard or large paper

• Nature items (leaves, sticks, flowers, etc.)

• Glue
  
  

9. DIY Paper Bag Puppets

Bring a little drama into your home with homemade paper bag puppets. With just a few craft supplies, kids can transform simple brown paper bags into fun characters. Let them get creative with facial features, clothes, and accessories for their puppets.

Materials Needed:

• Paper bags

• Markers, googly eyes, yarn

• Glue and scissors
  
  

10. Colorful Spring Playdough Flowers

Create beautiful flowers from homemade playdough. It’s a fantastic way to engage fine motor skills as your kids roll, mold, and shape playdough into flowers. You can also use these flowers as decorations or gifts for loved ones.

Materials Needed:

• Homemade or store-bought playdough

• Cookie cutters or flower molds

• Craft sticks (optional for stems)
  
  

Conclusion

Crafting with your kids is a great way to not only keep them engaged but also teach them valuable skills like creativity, patience, and teamwork. These 10 DIY crafts are the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of spring while making memories that last a lifetime. So, grab your crafting supplies and let your little ones’ imaginations run wild!

Do you have a favorite spring craft to do with your kids? Share it with us on our Facebook page and let’s keep the creativity blooming!

With grace, coffee & leggings,
☕ZQueenBee