10 Unique Kids’ Crafts with Step-by-Step Instructions Using Our Paint Kits
Looking for fun and creative ways to keep your little ones busy? These 10 unique craft ideas will spark their creativity, and with our Kids’ Paint Kits from Art DuBois Studios, you’ll have everything you need to get started. From pre-drawn canvases to paint and brushes, we’ve got you covered. Here’s how to make each craft step by step!
1. Pre-Drawn Canvas Painting
Perfect for beginners, our paint kits include pre-drawn canvases that make it easy for kids to create their own masterpieces!
- What You Need:
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits (canvas, paint, brushes, apron)
- Steps:
- 1. Lay out your supplies and cover the painting area with newspaper or a tablecloth.
- 2. Choose a color scheme for your design.
- 3. Paint each section of the pre-drawn canvas with the provided brushes.
- 4. Let the painting dry before displaying or gifting.
2. DIY Salt Dough Ornaments
Create festive ornaments for the holidays with salt dough and paint them using our paint kits!
- What You Need:
- • 2 cups flour, 1 cup salt, 1 cup water
- • Cookie cutters
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- Steps:
- 1. Mix the flour, salt, and water to form a dough.
- 2. Roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- 3. Bake at 250°F for 2 hours until hard.
- 4. Once cooled, paint the ornaments using our paint kits.
- 5. Add a ribbon for hanging.
3. Pine Cone Creatures
Turn pine cones into cute forest animals with paint and a little creativity!
- What You Need:
- • Pine cones
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- • Googly eyes, glue, and felt (optional)
- Steps:
- 1. Collect pine cones and clean off any dirt or debris.
- 2. Paint the pine cones in bright colors or animal patterns.
- 3. Glue on googly eyes and felt ears or noses for extra detail.
- 4. Let dry and display your new pine cone friends.
4. Tissue Paper Suncatchers
Create colorful suncatchers to brighten up any room!
- What You Need:
- • Tissue paper in various colors
- • Clear contact paper
- • Scissors
- Steps:
- 1. Cut the tissue paper into small shapes or strips.
- 2. Peel the backing off the contact paper and stick the tissue pieces on it.
- 3. Once the design is complete, cover with another piece of contact paper.
- 4. Hang your suncatcher in a window to enjoy the colorful effect.
5. Rock Painting
Transform simple rocks into colorful works of art using our paint kits!
- What You Need:
- • Rocks
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- Steps:
- 1. Collect smooth rocks and clean them.
- 2. Use our paint to decorate the rocks with patterns, animals, or fun designs.
- 3. Let dry and use them as garden decorations or gifts.
6. Paper Plate Animal Masks
Turn paper plates into fun animal masks with paint and craft supplies.
- What You Need:
- • Paper plates
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- • Craft supplies like paper, glue, and string
- Steps:
- 1. Paint the paper plate as the base of your animal mask.
- 2. Cut out ears, noses, or whiskers from construction paper and glue them onto the plate.
- 3. Punch holes on either side of the mask and attach a string to wear.
7. Painted Flower Pots
Add a personal touch to flower pots with our paint kits and use them for planting!
- What You Need:
- • Small terracotta flower pots
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- Steps:
- 1. Paint the outside of the terracotta pot with bright designs or patterns.
- 2. Let it dry completely before adding soil and plants.
- 3. Display your painted flower pots indoors or outdoors!
8. Handprint Art
Create a keepsake by turning your child’s handprints into art!
- What You Need:
- • Canvas or paper
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- Steps:
- 1. Choose a paint color and apply it to your child’s hand.
- 2. Press their hand onto the canvas or paper.
- 3. Once dry, add fun details like animals, flowers, or characters around the handprint to complete the design.
9. Paper Roll Characters
Turn empty paper rolls into fun characters with paint and imagination.
- What You Need:
- • Empty paper rolls
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- • Construction paper, glue, and googly eyes (optional)
- Steps:
- 1. Paint the paper roll to resemble a character like a superhero, animal, or princess.
- 2. Use construction paper to add features like capes, arms, or ears.
- 3. Decorate with googly eyes or other accessories for extra detail.
10. Button Art
Create textured art by gluing buttons onto canvases and painting around them.
- What You Need:
- • Buttons in various colors and sizes
- • Canvas or paper
- • Glue
- • Our Kids’ Paint Kits
- Steps:
- 1. Arrange the buttons on the canvas to form a design, such as a tree, heart, or animal.
- 2. Glue the buttons down securely.
- 3. Once dry, paint around the buttons to create a colorful background or add details to your design.
These step-by-step crafts are perfect for family fun or rainy day activities, and our Kids’ Paint Kits make it easier than ever to bring these creative ideas to life! Ready to get started? Head over to Art DuBois Studios and grab your kit today! Happy crafting! 🎨
