DIY Craft Kits can be the perfect solution to “I don’t know what to craft today,” syndrome.
When you think of crafting, most of us turn to Pinterest or our favorite arts and crafts bloggers for inspiration. But sometimes, that Pinterest-worthy toddler craft is just not achievable. Craft Kits made for Toddlers and Preschoolers can be the answer to your problems. DIY Craft Kits for Toddlers and Preschoolers are even better!
Stickers
What to Include
Paper
Stickers of all kinds!
Instructions
Most preschoolers know what to do with stickers. Toddlers may need help, and I recommend using large, easy-peel stickers like these.
Use a theme such as Christmas or Birthday. Maybe include dots or scene for the preschooler to place the stickers in. Really Just let them loose, but supervise to make sure the stickers all end up on the paper, not your furniture.
Popsicle Stick Characters
What to include
Cupcake Liners
Construction Paper (pre-cut into shapes)
Instructions
Awhile back I did a post with a Popsicle Stick Bookmark Craft. This is very similar!
Use the supplies to create a character on the popsicle sticks. A simple foam circle with googly eyes will send most toddlers into fit of giggles! Use the cupcake liners for tutus or superhero capes. Let the kids explore building the shapes together to create something new.
Finger or Sock Puppets
What to include
Orphaned socks OR the fingers from an orphaned glove
Yarn
Instructions
Help the toddler or preschooler to make faces on the sock or finger tips with the supplies. Toddlers will need help with the fabric glue to attach the things.
Once the glue is dry, play with the puppets!
Beads and Pipecleaners
What to include
Beads (large wooden beads for toddlers, pony beads are fine for preschoolers)
Pipe-cleaners (also known as chenille stems)
Instructions
Toddlers will be exercising their fine motor skills threading the large beads on to the pipecleaner. Loop one end for them to keep the beads from sliding off. Thread the other end through the loop and twist once they are finished to make a bracelet!
Preschoolers can try making shapes and characters from the chenille stems and using the pony beads to decorate. See my Pipecleaner Butterfly, Pipecleaner Heart, and Pipecleaner Christmas Ornaments, for inspiration.
Dress up Doll
What to include
Cardboard cutout of a paper doll
Paper or Foam Clothing
Paper or Foam Hair
Instructions
So this one takes a little more crafting of your own before it’s ready to set aside for later. But most of us have made paper dolls before, and you can’t deny it’s a little fun to make the outfits! I suggest creating the clothes out of foam sheets instead of paper, especially for toddlers. It will hold up to their clumsy fingers better and last longer than just one play-through.
Contact Paper Collage
What to include
Tissue paper
Yarn Scraps
Cotton Ball
Sequins
Instructions
Tack or tape the contact paper to a wall or window. Peel the backing from the contact paper to reveal the sticky side facing away from the wall. Toddlers love sticking the supplies to the wall, Preschoolers can be challenged to create designs and pictures.
Roo has made a Rainbow and Halloween Characters on Contact Paper!
Cut and Glue Scrapbook
What to include
Instructions
Help the child choose a piece of paper to be the base. Allow them to cut the other papers into shapes and pieces to glue to the base.
Sewing
What to include
Fabric Scraps
Cardboard Square
Yarn or Embroidery Floss
Glue Stick
Instructions
Sewing for toddlers and preschoolers?! Yes. But not the way you’re thinking of.
Although I have let my toddler sew with a needle and thread, and taught her to sew a button, this sewing craft kit is not so nerve racking.
Punch holes around your square of cardboard before placing it in the kit. Pre-thread the plastic needle with the yarn or embroidery floss.
Show the toddler or preschooler how to lace the needle in one hole and out the next around the cardboard.
Let them create a “quilt” with the fabric scraps and glue them to the center of the cardboard square.
Craft Kits for Toddlers and Preschoolers
If the DIY Craft Kits are too much DIY for you, here are some of my favorite craft kits you can buy for your toddlers and preschoolers:
I know crafting with your child can seem a daunting task…
But there are so many benefits! And it really is fun, even if:
You don’t have time
You aren’t a creative person
Your kids won’t sit still long enough
You can still craft with your kids; and I can help!
I am working on a Personal Crafting Consultation service to help you overcome whatever challenge you are facing when it comes to crafting with your kids. All you have to do is put in your email and you will receive a questionnaire to help me better understand your situation and challenges. Then we can chat in a method that works for you about ways I can help you.