Animal-Themed Crafts

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Animal Jars

These adorable animals double as fabulous storage devices for candy and more.

Bluebird Plate

This 3-D bird and nest scene makes for a lovely spring decoration.

Yarn Octopus

A little bit of yarn goes a long way with this undersea creature craft!


Doggy Bank
Doggy Bank

"A quarter!" proclaimed my 3-year-old daughter Claire as she swiped a penny from my desktop. Clearly, her grasp of applied economics was lacking. So we raided our recycling bin and sock drawers for supplies, and made an animal coin bank. read more

Tropical Fish Pinata
Tropical Fish Pinata

When your kids are finished making this pretty little fish, they may not have the heart to demolish their handiwork! Never fear. Just pour the candy and treats from her mouth. read more

Cardboard Tube Giraffe
Cardboard Tube Giraffe

This little cardboard tube giraffe makes a great room decoration but also doubles as a finger puppet. Make several and host your own puppet show! read more

Frog Hat
Frog Hat

Everyone will be green with envy after getting a peak at this super cute frog hat. Whether your child makes this for one of your dolls or stuffed animals, or enlarges the pattern large enough for them to wear, it'll be a hit. read more

Paper Plate Panda
Paper Plate Panda

Isn't this perfect little paper plate panda just the cutest? Kids can make their own loveable black and white bear with some construction paper, paper plates, and crayons! read more

Egg Bunny
Egg Bunny

Why not add some egg-citement to your Easter egg decorating this year by creating an egg bunny? They are perfect fun-filled breakfast idea. read more

Cotton Ball Lamb
Cotton Ball Lamb

This soft little cotton ball lamb will be a big hit with kids this Easter. Cotton balls are such a fun material for small children to use because they feel so lovely. read more

Animal Jars
Animal Jars

Recycle your empty glass jars to create this adorable animal menagerie for a great Earth Day craft. Store beads, building blocks, and buttons in your brand new reused containers. read more

Ox Pin or Magnet
Ox Pin or Magnet

There are 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. One of them is the ox. Make this cute ox pin to wear, or put a magnet on it and hang it on the fridge. read more

Easter Bunny Mask
Easter Bunny Mask

Make an adorable Easter bunny mask to dress up for Easter fun! This cute face mask is easy to make and can be dressed up however you like. read more

Easter Chick Centerpiece
Easter Chick Centerpiece

This cute chick makes an adorable centerpiece for your Easter dinner table. Wow your relatives with your creative talents! read more

Easter Bunny Bag
Easter Bunny Bag

This cute Easter bunny bag is perfect for collecting eggs or stashing Easter candy! read more

Easter Bunny Cracker Treats
Easter Bunny Cracker Treats

Try these adorable yet nutritious Easter bunny cracker treats topped with veggies and cheese! A fun Easter recipe for kids. read more

Washcloth Bunnies
Washcloth Bunnies

Make bathtime entertaining with these fuzzy washcloth bunnies. A fun Easter craft for kids that's quick and easy. read more

Origami Bunny
Origami Bunny

Keep kids hopping with this Origami bunny - that actually hops! It's a quick and easy craft for Easter and doubles as a fun variation on traditional origami. read more

Marshmallow Bunny
Marshmallow Bunny

For a fun Easter bunny craft for preschool aged kids, look no further than this marshmallow bunny. It comes in edible and less-edible versions. read more

Lion Mask or Wall Hanging
Lion Mask or Wall Hanging

This animal lion mask or wall hanging craft for kids can be adapted for different ages. It's a fun project to celebrate Earth Day! read more

Beaded reindeer ornament
Beaded reindeer ornament

Add a dash of reindeery goodness to your Christmas tree with this Beaded reindeer ornament. This craft is most appropriate for teens and adults. read more

Bunny Ears for Kids
Bunny Ears for Kids

These cute bunny ears are a perfect Easter craft for kids. Easy to make, and lots of fun to wear, have your little bunnies go on their chocolate hunt in Easter spirit. read more

Candy Cane Reindeer
Candy Cane Reindeer

Inexpensive and attractive, these candy cane reindeer are simple for kids to make and great as decorations for gifts. read more

Candy Cane Reindeer Ornament
Candy Cane Reindeer Ornament

Create all of Santa's reindeer with this sweet candy cane ornament craft for kids. read more

Ghosts and Black Cat Streamers Craft
Ghosts and Black Cat Streamers Craft

Make ghosts and black cats streamers in this creative Halloween fabric crafts project. This kids' Halloween craft is fast, easy and fun. read more

Mouse Christmas Ornament
Mouse Christmas Ornament

This mouse-shaped Christmas ornament for kids is an easy-to-make Christmas ornament craft. A bit of cardboard and some imagination make this a Yuletide favorite craft, especially for cat owners. read more

Chinese New Year Dragon
Chinese New Year Dragon

Chinese dragons are a key symbol for any Chinese New Year celebration. Make this easy kids' craft for the Chinese New Year. read more

Chocolate Covered Frogs
Chocolate Covered Frogs

Every young wizard wants a Chocolate Covered Frog treat, so why not make your own? Gummy frogs turn into sweet delights with this simple recipe. read more

Snake Chain
Snake Chain

Have fun with this Harry Potter themed craft as your kids together paper to create their own looooonnnnng snake to slither around with. read more

Clothespin Reindeer
Clothespin Reindeer

This clothespin reindeer craft is a fun way for kids to take ordinary household articles and make something cool for the Christmas season. read more

Dinosaur Cake
Dinosaur Cake

Make this homemade dinosaur cake for your dino-loving child! Decorate a sheet cake with dinosaur and volcano figurines for fun and flavor! read more

Chinese Dragon Parade
Chinese Dragon Parade

Watch your kids parade around with pride with this homemade crepe paper dragon celebrating Chinese New Year. read more

Dragons on Parade
Dragons on Parade

Our dragons on parade printable for kids will make your Chinese New Year more colorful. read more

Easter Bunny
Easter Bunny

A cute little Easter bunny craft to make and display. Use styrofoam and cottonballs to make this fun bunny craft for kids. read more

Easter Bunny Basket
Easter Bunny Basket

This Easter bunny basket craft for kids makes a great table decoration or as an Easter gift. read more

Easter Pot Bunny
Easter Pot Bunny

Two small terra-cotta pots make up the body of this adorable Easter bunny. Hop right into Easter with this family craft. read more

Felt Snake
Felt Snake

Chinese New Year is the perfect time to celebrate with this felt snake craft. Kids can use it to decorate pens, pencils or whatever they please. read more

Felt Snakes
Felt Snakes

Curl these slinky felt snakes around your drinking goblets, a place card, or anywhere you want. A fun addition to any kids' party and celebrating the Chinese New Year. read more

Snake Decoration
Snake Decoration

Give a pencil, pen or straw near you a neat looking snake decoration. This easy snake craft for kids is a fun way to decorate all sorts of things kids use every day. read more

Elephant Pencil Holder
Elephant Pencil Holder

This elephant pencil holder will look so cute on your desk. Kids will have fun making this useful recycle Earth Day craft. read more

Fluffy Lamb Ornament
Fluffy Lamb Ornament

Fluffy and adorable, this Lamb Ornament is a surefire hit with the kids. A little fake lambswool and some old matchsticks become a delightful craft for Easter or Christmas. read more

Hands and Feet Reindeer
Hands and Feet Reindeer

Use big feet, small feet, parent hands, child hands, or any combination, and you have an adorable paper Hands and Feet Reindeer Christmas decoration. read more

Hanging Snake
Hanging Snake

This is a relatively easy paper snake craft for kids to make. Hang it in your room near a window to catch a breeze. read more

Panda Mask or Wall Hanging
Panda Mask or Wall Hanging

Use simple materials like a paper plate, scissors, construction paper, and crayons to make the face of an adorable panda bear as a mask or wall hanging. This craft can be modified for other animals. read more

Papier Mache Reindeer Ornament
Papier Mache Reindeer Ornament

Kids will have fun either in groups or at home making this Paper mache reindeer ornament for their Christmas trees. Once the paper mache figure is done, you can decorate it in any theme you can imagine. read more

Pebble Pets
Pebble Pets

Make no-fuss pebble pets for kids that you can carry in your pocket. They don't shed and don't require feeding, but sadly will sink immediately if dropped in water. This pet rocks! read more

Personalized Dog Bowl for Parties
Personalized Dog Bowl for Parties

These Personalized Dog Bowls are Scooby-licious! Perfect for a kids' dog-themed birthday party. read more

Pom pom sheep
Pom pom sheep

Help future shepherds craft their own flock with these cute little Pom pom sheep. They make a fast and easy craft that kids will have fun making and playing with afterwards. read more

Puppy Dog Ornament
Puppy Dog Ornament

Bone-up on your Christmas decorating options with this Puppy dog ornament. A ping-pong ball and a few other odds and ends are all you need to craft a decoration everyone will enjoy. read more

Reindeer Antlers
Reindeer Antlers

A festive craft project for kids, these easy-to-make reindeer antlers make for loads of wearable fun. read more

Reindeer Cookies
Reindeer Cookies

This cookie recipe creates sugar cookies decorated to look like reindeers, and are simply delightful for the holidays. read more

Reindeer Faces
Reindeer Faces

These peanut butter snacks are so easy, even young ones can help! Simply add pretzels for antlers and use raisins & cherries to make an adorable reindeer face. read more

Reindeer Place Mat
Reindeer Place Mat

Make each place setting at your Christmas dinner table special with these Reindeer place mats. Once laminated these cut and paste crafts will be a joy for years to come. read more

Crochet snake
Crochet snake

If you already know how to crochet and have all the materials, this crochet snake is easy to make. It will probably be more challenging if you're new to crochet. read more

Christmas Mouse Ornament
Christmas Mouse Ornament

Welcome this Christmas mouse into your house. With a walnut shell and some mini pom-poms kids will delight in crafting this little ornament that looks cute hanging on any tree. read more

Tiger Cub Christmas Ornament
Tiger Cub Christmas Ornament

Go on a Christmas safari with this tiger cub Christmas ornament. This makes for a cute craft for kids to make and adds a dash of jungle adventure to your holiday decorations. read more

Tiger Cub Magnetic Frame
Tiger Cub Magnetic Frame

Surround a favorite picture with something special when you craft this tiger cub magnetic frame. You can add an exotic jungle flair to your other magnetized fridge decorations. read more

Tiger magnetic frame
Tiger magnetic frame

Keep a special picture in a unique frame with this tiger magnetic frame craft. Kids will be reminded of someone special and their handiwork whenever they look at the picture they chose to frame. read more

Tiger Pencil Holder
Tiger Pencil Holder

If you love tigers and have a lot of pencils that are always out of place, this tiger pencil holder will help put them in their place. This is fun and useful craft for kids since it comes in handy both at school or at home. read more

Walnut Shell Mouse
Walnut Shell Mouse

Make a walnut shell mouse that you'll be happy to see around the house—perfect for rainy days. read more

Heart-y Animals

Kids can create these adorable heart-y animals with woodsies at a Valentine's Day classroom party, or simply at home. read more

Felt Mouse Candy Cane Holder

Parents and kids can will have fun together making this felt mouse candy cane holder. This is an excellent Christmas craft that's fast, easy, and it makes a great ornament for anyone's tree. read more

Cone Cup Bunny
Cone Cup Bunny

This simple, cute cone cup Easter bunny craft for kids is a fun activity that could also be a great Easter table decoration. read more

Halloween Cat Cup

Treats taste sweeter when they're from this Halloween cat cup that a child can make all by themselves. read more

Reindeer food

Create a new Christmas tradition with this easy to make Reindeer food. You'll have fun making it and fun watching kids leave it out to lead Santa's reindeer straight to your rooftop. read more

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