Bright, cheery paper plates turn into a school of fish in just a couple of easy steps. Easy enough for […]
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 Plate Leprechaun
Here’s an adorable paper plate leprechaun for toddlers and preschoolers to make for St. Patrick’s Day. Hang him on the […]
Paper Plate Porcupine Fish
Porcupine fish blow themselves up with air or water to double their size and intimidate enemies. Porcupine fish further intimidate […]
Paper Plate Traffic Lights
Paper plates and construction paper become traffic lights. This craft is perfect to do during Transportation Week.
Paper Plate King Cake
Celebrate Mardi Gras with this festive paper plate king cake craft. It’s great fun to make it right before enjoying […]
Hinged Pokeball Valentine
Pokeman fans will love receiving this “I Choose You!” Pokeball valentine. It’s made with paper plates and hinged so it […]
Dino-Mite Dinosaurs
Tell friends and family how dino-mite you think they are with this cute paper plate valentine. The tutorial has instructions […]
Paper Plate Jellyfish
This fun and easy jellyfish craft is suitable for the youngest of crafters. It’s a fun way to learn more about […]
Paper Plate Party Animal
This fun kid’s craft is great for New Year’s or a birthday party! There’s so much room to be creative […]
Paper Plate Reindeer
This adorable paper plate reindeer features handprint antlers. It’s a fun and easy project that is perfect for preschool-age children.
Woven Christmas Tree Ornament
Use yarn scraps to weave a cute and festive Christmas tree ornament. The tutorial links to a simpler version suitable […]
Paper Plate Penguin
This adorable penguin is cut from exactly one paper plate, with no scraps left over. It’s easy enough for preschoolers […]
Pom Pom Hockey
Keep the kids entertained with Pom Pom Hockey. It is a simple activity, made with items you probably already have […]
Pumpkin Pie Spinner
Help your child create an interactive spinner that reveals things he or she is thankful for. A wonderful (non-messy!) activity […]
Paper Plate Angel
This simple craft is perfect for a Sunday School activity or at home as a Christmas craft. Personalize the angels […]
Paper Plate Marble Track
Use rimmed paper plates and blocks to create an awesome marble track. Build very simple tracks with younger children. With […]
A Plump and Perky Turkey
This perfect Thanksgiving turkey craft is easy as pumpkin pie! All you need is a paper plate, some colorful paint […]
Paper Plate Mayflower
Turn paper plates into the Mayflower this Thanksgiving. Including your own pictures makes it so much fun!
Paper Plate Apple Core
A cute apple craft for little ones. You can finger paint this or use crayons or markers.
Frankenstein Paper Plate Puppet
Puppets are always fun to make and provide hours of imaginative play. This cute Frankenstein is perfect for Halloween!
Curious George Paper Mask
Dress up like the beloved Curious George with this super easy mask made out of a paper plate. It’s so […]
Spider Candy Holder
Everyone will love having this paper-plate spider candy holder hanging around! It’s a fun project for anyone who loves candy.
Paper Plate Garter Snake
Turn a paper plate into a moveable garter snake. This is a wonderful project to pair with a study of […]
Paper Plate Skeleton
Turn fluted paper plates into an adorable skeleton, perfect for Halloween. The tutorial includes printable templates.
Paper Plate Crow
Make a cute crow for autumn using paper plates. This is an easy craft for kids of all ages.
Paper Plate Cauldron
Let your creativity run wild filling this paper plate cauldron with everything you can imagine in a witch’s brew! This […]
Paper Plate Hedgehog
Turn a paper plate and dried leaves into the cutest hedgehog ever. This is a great craft to do after […]
Paper Plate Owl
Turn a plain paper plate into an adorable owl. This is a fun and easy project for kids of all […]
Paper Plate Sperm Whale
This paper plate sperm whale project features a fun dimensional element. Wiggle the plate and the whale appears to be […]
Faux Salad Craft
This faux salad is made from a paper plate, tissue paper, and construction paper and almost looks good enough to […]
Rainbow Yarn Art
Learn how to make a paper plate loom for this rainbow yarn art project. If children know how to tie […]
Paper Plate Tree Frog
Turn a paper plate and pipe cleaners into an adorable tree frog! This easy project can be adapted for whatever […]
Sponge Painted Paper Plate Apple
Trade paintbrushes for sponges to create apples on paper plates. This fun and simple craft can be used for a […]
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 […]
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 […]
Paper Plate and Tissue Paper Watermelon
Turn a paper plate and tissue paper squares into a cute watermelon. This fun project is easy enough for young […]
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 […]
Paper Plate Watermelon Suncatcher
Create a beautiful watermelon suncatcher using a paper plate and other easy to find materials. This easy project is a […]
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 […]