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Paper Plate Crafts for Kids

Well over 200 kid's crafts using paper plates! Children love paper plate crafts, and grown ups love how inexpensive they are.

Paper Chandelier

This easy to make DIY paper chandelier starts with a paper plate and is made with just a few other […]

Watermelon Yarn Craft

Kids will love this new spin on a paper plate watermelon craft, using colored yarn! This is a great way […]

Paper Plate Porthole

This project, adapted from the well-known Paper Plate Aquarium, is a unique and fun way for kids to create their […]

Paper Plate Kermit the Frog

Turn a paper plate into everyone’s favorite frog, Kermit! It’s easy to do and a great project for Muppets fans.

Paper Plate Badger

Turn a paper plate into a badger. This fun craft is a neat way to learn more about woodland animals.

Paper Plate Cheshire Cat

Turn a paper plate into the beloved Cheshire Cat! Alice in Wonderland fans will love crafting that distinctive mischievous grin.

Paper Plate Venus Flytrap

Venus flytraps are so interesting! Learn more about them, then make this cool paper plate craft together.

Paper Plate Rhino

All it takes to create this cute rhino is a paper plate and some paint. It’s a fun project to […]

Paper Plate Shark

These paper plate sharks are easy to make and suitable for even the youngest of crafters. Each shark is one-of-a-kind […]

Paper Plate Ernie and Bert

Turn paper plates into the lovable duo from Sesame Street, Ernie and Bert! It’s a fun craft that preschoolers will […]

Clothespin Sunflower

Create a beautiful paper plate sunflower to match the ones that grow in summer and early fall. Kids will build […]

Paper Plate Toucan

Make a colorful toucan using one paper plate and some paint. It’s easy to do and the results are beautiful!

3D Goldfish Bowl

This craft foam fish and paper plate aquarium is a bright and cheery project that’s so fun to do. It’s […]

Colorful Chameleon

Use two paper plates to create a cool chameleon that changes color! Kids will love this project inspired by the […]

Groovy Peace Signs

This peace sign paper plate craft is easy enough for toddlers and fun for older kids, too. Each is different […]

Paper Plate Lemon Fan

Turn a paper plate into a lemon slice fan that looks cool while it cools you down! This easy craft […]

Paper Plate Chicken

These adorable chickens started out as paper plates. There’s so much room for creativity with this engaging craft.

Paper Plate Hippo

Turn two paper plates into the cutest smiling hippo ever. It’s a fun project for kids interested in this amazing […]

Paper Plate Fans

Turn paper plates into colorful fans that will keep you cool during the hot days of summer. It couldn’t be […]

Paper Plate Swan

Make a cute swan using a paper plate and feathers. It’s a great project for toddlers and preschoolers.

Colorful Flower Suncatcher

These easy and colorful flower suncatchers are lots of fun to make. What a great way to preserve beautiful flowers […]

Cardboard Tube Sand Castle

Turn empty cardboard tubes and some sand into a fun sand castle. This is a great activity for a beach […]

Paper Plate Bumble Bee

This cheerful Paper Plate Bumble Bee will make everybody smile. It’s fun and easy to do.

Paper Plate Swan

Turn a paper plate into a beautiful and elegant swan. A great companion craft for ‘The Ugly Duckling.’

Mother’s Day Portrait

Create an adorable Mother’s Day portrait on a paper plate, then decorate it with egg carton flowers. Mom will love it!

Paper Plate and Yarn Earth

Celebrate Earth Day with this paper plate Earth craft. It takes very little preparation and is a good fine motor activity for […]

Paper Sunflower Craft

This paper plate sunflower craft is a great fall craft. Kids work on scissor skills and build their fine motor […]

Paper Plate Bluebird

Make your own flock of birds out of paper plates and paint. Kids will love creating these pretty bluebirds, but […]

Paper Plate Ladybug

Use paper plates to create these adorable ladybugs. It’s a fun and easy spring craft for kids.

Police Car

Enhance a study of Community Helpers with this fun police car craft. It’s easy to do with just a little […]

Dotty Butterfly

Celebrate spring with these colorful dotty butterflies. They’re made from easy-to-use items like paper plates, chenille stems, and pom poms.

Angry Bird Paddles

These Angry Bird paddles aren’t just cute. Use them to play a rousing game of Balloon Ping Pong! It’s lot […]

Paper Plate Flamingo

Turn a paper plate, construction paper and tissue paper into a feathered flamingo. It’s a fun and inexpensive craft.

Paper Plate Bunny Rabbit

There are many paper plate crafts of just a bunny’s face, but this version features the whole body, from its […]

Paper Seder Plate

Use a paper plate to make a simple craft about the traditional foods of Passover. It’s an easy way to […]

Paper Plate Dinosaur

Make a dinosaur from a paper plate and craft foam. Change the colors, features and body shape to make different […]

Baby Bird Nest

Transform a paper plate, plastic egg, and construction paper into an adorable nest of baby birds. Add found items from […]

Paper Plate Mouse

Turn a paper plate and colorful paper into a cute mouse. This easy craft is a great accompaniment to ‘If […]

Paper Plate Ladybug

Create a colorful paper plate ladybug from tissue paper and construction paper. It’s easy and lots of fun!

Paper Plate Rabbit

Paper Plate Rabbit This cute rabbit made from paper plates has moveable parts! It can be made as a spring […]

Paper Plate Nest of Birds

This cute nest of baby birds started with a paper plate and some cotton balls. It is perfect for springtime, […]

Winking Paper Plate Leprechaun

Need a fun idea for St. Patrick’s Day? Make this adorable winking leprechaun from a paper plate and construction paper!

Paper Plate Handbags

This paper plate purse is the ultimate preschool accessory! Customize yours with your favorite colors and decorations.

March Lion and Lamb Craft

Will March come in like a lion or lamb? Kids can try to predict the weather when making these cute […]

Paper Plate Umbrella

What’s the perfect craft for a rainy day? These paper plate umbrellas, of course! The construction paper raindrops are such […]

Paper Plate Bunny

Turn a paper plate into an adorable bunny. This easy craft is fun for all ages.

Mardi Gras Feather Mask

Celebrate Mardi Gras this year with this colorful feathery mask for dressing up! This is a wonderful group activity too.

Crown of Hearts

Turn a paper plate and construction paper into a Valentine’s Day crown that’s fit for royalty! Use paint and glitter […]

Paper Plate Peace Doves

Make these sweet peace doves on paper plates to honor Dr. King’s message of peace and harmony. This is a […]

Paper Plate Noise Maker

This classic project is great for the little ones to ring in the new year! It’s fun, easy to make, […]

Paper Plate Penguin

Make an easy penguin craft using a paper plate that you paint and fold. A fun winter project or great […]