Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some fun crafting with your little ones? I’ve gathered my favorite simple and adorable Halloween crafts that will delight toddlers and keep them busy.
1. Toilet Paper Roll Bats
Turn those leftover toilet paper rolls into adorable bats with some black paint and googly eyes. The best part? Watching the kids giggle as their bats ‘fly’ around the room.
These products might be useful:
- Black Acrylic Paint Set: Let your creativity flow with child-friendly paint, perfect for vibrant and spooky bat crafts.
- Googly Eyes Craft Pack: Add a touch of whimsy to your bats with these fun googly eyes. Easy to attach!
- Craft Glue for Kids: Secure every part of your Halloween bat with this non-toxic, easy-to-use craft glue.
2. Cotton Ball Ghosts
These fluffy ghosts are a hit in my studio, with just some cotton balls and black paper for eyes. Watching toddlers glue on each cotton ball with determination is always a highlight of my crafting sessions.
Consider these options:
- Craft Glue for Toddlers: Ensure a mess-free craft time with easy-to-use, non-toxic glue perfect for little hands.
- Cotton Balls: Stock up on soft, fluffy cotton balls ideal for creating adorable ghost crafts.
- Black Construction Paper: Add expressive features to ghost crafts with sturdy black paper for eyes and mouth.
3. Paper Straw Skeletons
Cut paper straws into bone-like pieces to assemble a skeleton. It’s a creative challenge that results in a spooky, bendable friend.
These products might help:
- Paper Straws Bundle: Craft spooky skeletons with eco-friendly paper straws. Perfect for a fun Halloween activity!
- Craft Glue for Kids: Ensure your paper straw skeletons stick together with this easy-to-use craft glue.
- Googly Eyes for Crafts: Add a playful touch to your skeletons with fun, wiggly googly eyes.
4. Paper Plate Pumpkins
Grab some orange paint and paper plates for a mess-free pumpkin project. I’ve seen how toddlers’ faces light up as they create their own little pumpkin patch on the kitchen table.
A few suggestions:
- Set of Paper Plates: Get these sturdy paper plates for crafting fun; perfect for painting and decorating with toddlers.
- Orange Tempera Paint: Choose vibrant orange tempera paint to make your toddlers’ pumpkin creations come to life beautifully.
- Craft Paintbrush Set: Pick a variety of paintbrushes to let toddlers experiment with different strokes and techniques.
5. Tissue Paper Ghost Garland
Create a ghostly garland with tissue paper and string. These dancing ghosts make for a charming Halloween decoration that toddlers love to watch sway in the breeze.
Give these a look:
- White Tissue Paper: Craft spooky garlands with bulk white tissue paper, perfect for seasonal toddler activities.
- Black Marker for Crafts: Draw happy ghost faces with an easy-to-use black marker, ideal for toddler craft projects.
- Natural Jute Twine: Hang your ghost garland with durable jute twine, adding a rustic touch to Halloween decor.
6. Yarn-Wrapped Mummies
Mummies come to life with some yarn and creativity. Watching little fingers work through the wrapping is an exercise in problem-solving and patience.
A few helpful options:
- Soft Cotton Yarn for Crafts: Choose soft cotton yarn for safe, fun crafting with your toddler. Unleash their creativity today!
- Child-Friendly Plastic Safety Eyes: Add character with child-safe plastic eyes, perfect for creating engaging mummy crafts together.
- White Foam Craft Figures: Use foam figures as a base for easy and enjoyable yarn-wrapping activities with your toddler.
7. Egg Carton Eyeballs
Repurpose egg cartons into spooky eyeballs with a bit of paint and creativity. It’s a simple craft that brings endless giggles and spooky fun to the crafting table.
A few relevant products:
- Acrylic Paint Set: Unleash creativity by adding vibrant colors to your spooky eyeballs. Safe and fun for toddlers!
- Paintbrush Set: Get the perfect stroke with these easy-to-use paintbrushes for a seamless craft experience.
- Craft Apron for Kids: Keep little ones mess-free during crafting with a colorful, easy-to-clean craft apron.
8. Pinecone Spiders
Find some pinecones and add pipe cleaner legs and googly eyes for a natural spider craft. These little critters are perfect for a nature-themed Halloween.
May just do the trick:
- Bulk Pack of Googly Eyes: Bring spiders to life with googly eyes; perfect for adding fun to any craft project.
- Assorted Color Pipe Cleaners: Choose from vibrant pipe cleaners to create colorful spider legs and enhance creativity.
- Craft Glue for Kids: Securely attach eyes and legs with easy-to-use craft glue, ideal for little hands.
9. Leaf Monsters
Collect some autumn leaves and transform them into monsters with paint and googly eyes. It’s a crafty way to bring the outdoors inside for some Halloween fun.
Possibly helpful picks:
- Googly Eyes Craft Pack: Add fun and character to your leaf monsters with this easy-to-use googly eyes pack!
- Non-Toxic Kids’ Paint Set: Brighten up your leaf monsters with vibrant, safe colors perfect for little hands and imaginations.
- Kid-Friendly Paintbrush Set: Ensure smooth and creative strokes with these easy-grip paintbrushes designed for toddlers’ creativity.
10. Monster Finger Puppets
Using felt and some googly eyes, toddlers can create their own monster finger puppets. These little guys spark imaginative play and have toddlers roaring with laughter.
You might give these a try:
- Pack of Colorful Felt Sheets: Craft fun monster puppets with vibrant felt sheets for hours of creative play.
- Assorted Googly Eyes Pack: Bring your monster puppets to life with assorted googly eyes in various sizes.
- Beginner’s Craft Sewing Kit: Complete your puppet project with a simple sewing kit perfect for toddlers.
11. Glowing Paper Lanterns
Transform simple paper lanterns into glowing Jack-o’-lanterns with battery-powered lights. The soft glow they give off adds a magical touch to any room.
Try these:
- Battery-Powered LED Lights: Illuminate your Jack-o’-lanterns with soft, safe lighting for a magical Halloween ambiance.
- DIY White Paper Lanterns: Create enchanting glowing pumpkins with easy-to-assemble paper lanterns for your toddler’s crafts.
- Halloween Craft Supply Kit: Unleash creativity with a complete kit featuring everything needed for spooky Halloween decorations.
12. Pasta Skeletons
Using various pasta shapes, toddlers can construct their own skeletons. It’s a tactile experience that combines creativity and a bit of Halloween science.
Items that may come in handy:
- Assorted Pasta Shapes: Get creative with a variety of pasta shapes perfect for fun, educational skeleton crafting.
- Non-Toxic Craft Glue: Ensure your little one’s safety while building pasta skeletons with this non-toxic craft glue.
- Craft Table Cover: Protect your surfaces during creative play with an easy-to-clean craft table cover.
13. Fruit Mummies
Wrap bananas and apples with gauze for a healthy and hilarious Halloween treat. This simple snack turns snack time into a spooky delight.
A few things you might like:
- Cheesecloth or gauze bandages: Wrap fruits effortlessly for a spooky Halloween look. Get creative with easy crafting materials.
- Self-adhesive googly eyes: Add character to your fruit mummies with these easy-to-apply googly eyes for fun designs.
- Eco-friendly fruit basket: Display your fruity creations stylishly with a sustainable, aesthetically pleasing fruit basket.
14. Glow Stick Broomsticks
Turn glow sticks into mini broomsticks with some yarn and creativity. These glowing brooms add a magical touch to any Halloween night.
Some ideas to consider:
- DIY Craft Glow Sticks: Add colorful, magical glow to your broomsticks with these fun and safe glow sticks!
- Colorful Craft Yarn Set: Get creative with vibrant yarn and let your little ones craft magical broomsticks easily.
- Mini Craft Brooms: Perfect as a base for your craft, these mini brooms are fun and decorative.
15. Pumpkin Stamps
Use apples cut in half to create pumpkin stamps with paint. It’s a delightful way for toddlers to explore patterns and colors while making festive art.
Products that could assist:
- Non-Toxic Washable Kids’ Paint: Encourage creativity with safe, vibrant colors designed especially for toddlers’ craft adventures.
- Child-Safe Paintbrush Set: Enhance their artistic skills with brushes perfectly sized for little hands and messy fun.
- Reusable Painting Drop Cloth: Protect surfaces effortlessly with a durable, easy-to-clean cloth for all painting projects.
16. Handprint Spiders
Create a creepy-crawly keepsake with black paint and your child’s handprint. It’s a fun, ticklish process, and the results make for a charming Halloween decoration.
You might like:
- Washable Black Finger Paint: Let your child’s creativity flow with safe, washable black paint for fun handprint projects.
- Craft Paper Pad: Use sturdy craft paper to create beautiful, long-lasting handprint spider decorations at home.
- Picture Frame for Crafts: Display your handprint spider art in style with a chic frame that enhances your décor.
17. Felt Witch Hats
Create mini witch hats with felt and a little bit of glue. These are perfect for dress-up play and make even the simplest costume spooktacular.
Might be a good match:
- Black Felt Sheets: Craft spooky witch hats with durable black felt, perfect for creative Halloween projects.
- Craft Glue for Fabric: Securely bond felt pieces with this easy-to-use fabric glue, essential for your toddler’s craft.
- Twine Craft Cord: Add charming details to felt witch hats using versatile craft twine for a professional touch.
18. Edible Monster Faces
Let toddlers decorate rice cakes with spreads and toppings to create monster faces. It’s a deliciously fun activity that combines art and snack time.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Assorted Fruit Slices for Toppings: Add vibrant colors and flavors to your monster faces with these delicious fruit slices.
- Colorful Edible Spreads: Let creativity flow with these colorful spreads, perfect for decorating delicious monster faces.
- Kid-Friendly Decorating Kit: Enhance creative fun with this kit featuring safe decorating tools for little hands.
