23 Fun And Creative DIY Paper Craft Ideas For Kids

If you have a drawer or bin FULL of scrap paper like I do, then these fun craft ideas will help you widdle down the stockpile!

Also, you’ll probably have most of the other supply’s laying around and ready to go…

Here are some paper craft ideas I like:

Fabulous Folded Paper Icicle

Source: Kids Craft Room

These are the perfect winter decorations for your little one’s bedroom, and it’s super easy and fun too!

We added glitter when we made our icicles to give them a cute girly touch

Here in Michigan Icicles are still happening in late February, so my kids are excited to take them down March 1st (hopefully) and add some new homemade spring decorations

Folded Paper Sunflower

Source: I Heart Crafty Things

Advice from a sunflower: Be bright, sunny, and positive. Spread seeds of happiness. Rise, shine, and hold your head high

We have this quote painted on Casey’s bedroom wall and it’s something I hope one day she chooses to live by…

This paper sunflower craft was a perfect addition to her bedroom. These are so gorgeous, simple to make, and can be used for a homemade card too!

Grammy got this sunflower craft in the mail on mother’s day and she hung it up in her house. This one won’t disappoint you

Super Cute Emoji Paper Plate

Source: Natural Beach Living

Let’s face it, sometimes we have to conform to our little millennials liking a bit, especially if we want to engage them in things other than staring at the tv, iPad, computer, or cell phone

So here it is… the emoji paper plate craft!

I let my kids pick the emoji they wanted to make right from my cell phone and then we started creating. This craft can be used for anything from a Halloween costume to an emoji themed party or fun activity

My kids loved this one a lot more than I did, but we will be making more emojis soon!

Paper Plate Mask

Source: Life is Sweeter By Design

My kids loved this paper plate animal mask craft so much that at one point I honestly found myself saying “can you PLEASE take that mask off when you’re talking to me?”

I mean seriously, I was sick of talking to a little cat for 5 days straight especially because anytime I said something my daughter didn’t want to hear she would start meowing

My goodness… is it Friday yet? ?

But seriously something I loved about this craft was the ability to easily make any type of animal my kids wanted. This has about 5 items needed total, and I can almost guarantee they are all things you have right at home waiting for you!

Make your very own kitty cat mask and others!

Slinky Dog Paper Chain

Source: The Chirping Moms

You’ve got a friend in me with this next adorable Toy Story craft!

This is extremely easy to make, has few items needed, and it’s perfect for little ones. My little Casey was not about making this until I showed her what the final product was going to look like, and then she was right on board with it

This craft looks exactly like the real slinky dog and chances are your kiddos will be carrying it around like it’s the real thing

Learn how to make your very own mans best friend… to infinity and beyond!

Paper Plate Pig

Source: Simple Everyday Mom

A wise man once said “never wrestle with a pig… You’ll both get dirty and the pig will like it”

So instead make this adorable paper plate pig and teach your little ones about farms and the animals that inhabit them!

Our family took a trip to our local petting zoo and beforehand I gave a “mommy” lesson on pigs, cows, goats, and chickens. I forgot how amazing farm animals are to kids, and visiting the petting zoo was so fun for all of us together

This pig paper plate craft is easy, cute, and your kids will love it!

This would also be a great school activity because it’s simple enough and doesn’t take much prep beforehand

Paper Plate Rainbow

Source: A Night Owl Blog

With the beginning of March underway, this rainbow paper plate craft is perfect for Spring!

St. Patricks Day is one of my favorite holidays. In the Grand Rapids, Michigan area we have streets shut down for celebration, green beer, loud music, and the joy of Spring radiating throughout the city

Sometimes we are in shorts and T-shirts, other times we wear scarves and winter jackets. No matter the weather we know that bright sunshine is upon us!

We made these rainbow paper plate crafts just in time and my little Casey put it outside because she wanted the leprechaun to be able to find her rainbow, it was adorable!

This paper plate craft is extremely cute, so prepare yourself to hang onto it and don’t be surprised when it’s being used as a fun decoration!

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Welcome! I'm Laura, the founder and creative heart of Crazy Laura. After years of honing my skills in crafting, cooking, and decorating, I launched this site to be your trusted resource for creative living. My mission is to provide you with clear, easy-to-follow tutorials and thoughtfully designed printables that empower you to create with confidence.

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