If crafting is one of your favorite hobbies, you’re likely always looking for new and easy paper projects to try. Whether cut, folded, glued, or printed, paper crafts are simple and fun to create.
When crafting with kids, paper is the go-to material that never disappoints. Whether it’s construction paper, printer paper, or even yesterday’s newspaper, no art supply drawer is complete without this essential DIY ingredient.
These tutorials will guide you through making some adorable, easy and delightful creations. Take a look at these simple DIY paper craft ideas perfect for kids.
DIY Paper Flower Craft for Kids
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You’re going to enjoy making this delightful paper flower craft. It’s an adorable way to bring a touch of spring or summer into your home and makes for great decor. This project is suitable for all ages and is especially great for kids, helping them develop fine motor skills through cutting, folding, and gluing.
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Paper Dahlia Flower
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This DIY Paper Dahlia flower project is adorable and easy to make. With just a few simple materials—cardboard, an old book, and some basic craft supplies—you can create a beautiful paper flower perfect for home decor, add a personal touch to gifts, or even create eye-catching wall art.
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Gift Bag From Wrapping Paper
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Instead of throwing away wrapping paper, why not repurpose it to make gift bags? These bags can be perfect for birthdays, housewarming, and any special occasion. Here’s how you can easily create this craft at home.
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HOW TO MAKE A PAPER BOBBLE HEAD BUNNY CRAFT
Kids can learn to make an adorable paper bobble head bunny craft at school or home. Kids of all ages will love this easy and fun bobbling bunny craft. We used a variety of paper punches to make ours, but of course, that isn’t absolutely necessary.
Tutorial: DIY PAPER BOBBLE HEAD BUNNY CRAFT FOR KIDS
Paper Apple Blossom Branches to Celebrate Spring
Make some paper apple blossoms and welcome Spring into your home! Spring is upon us, and everything is beginning to bloom. Flowers are gorgeous, of course.
Tutorial : DIY Paper Apple Blossom Branch
Shark Cootie Catcher – Origami for Kids
Have you played with these when you were a kid? We did – a lot! But this shark cootie catcher is just a bit more awesome than your regular fortune teller! Folding paper is an art and origami for kids projects are perfect for beginners!
Tutorial : DIY Shark Cootie Catcher
How to Make Paper Pumpkins for Fall
These little pumpkins are so much fun to make. It’s a fun Fall craft you can do with your kids or a great adult craft to spruce up your mantel or table decor. You can try it with different colored papers in different patterns as well. Here’s my step-by-step tutorial on how to make paper pumpkins for fall.
Tutorial: How to Make Paper Pumpkins for Fall
This is a great craft project that the whole family can work on! And it’s a great way to recycle your cardboard boxes.