March is here, which means it’s time to order some Shamrock Shakes, don festive green clothes, and pull out the shamrock PJs for the kids. And if you’re interested in getting your LOs in on some more St. Patrick’s Day fun this year, we’re here to help. Enter: the St. Paddy’s Day craft session.
Sometime on or before March 17, buy yourself a few minutes of much-needed quiet time by setting your little ones up at the kitchen table with some supplies and simple directions for fun shamrock-themed crafts and activities.
We’ve rounded up 20 of our favorite St. Patrick’s Day crafts for kids below—scroll down to see them!
1. Shamrock Sensory Bag
Little hands will be able to spend hours playing with this easy-to-make sensory bag that’s perfectly festive.
Source: A Little Pinch of Perfect
2. Handprint Four Leaf Clover
We know you’ll want to keep this art piece for years to come! When your kids are all grown, this four leaf clover handprint painting will be so fun to look back on.
Source: A Little Pinch of Perfect
3. Q-Tip Rainbows and Pot of Gold Painting
Easy and creative painting projects are always a good idea. This is the perfect afternoon craft to celebrate the holiday.
Source: The Suburban Mom
4. Mosaic Paper Shamrocks
These mosaic shamrocks always turn out beautifully. You’re going to want to give them a permanent spot on the fridge—without a doubt!
Source: Happiness Is Homemade
5. Paper Rainbow
Your kiddos will love making these paper rainbows and helping pick out a spot on the window to show them off all spring.
Source: Gluesticks Blog
6. Shamrock Man
Crafts don’t get much cuter than this ultra-festive shamrock man. This craft is so fun and easy to make.
Source: Crafts by Amanda
7. St. Patrick’s Day Word Search Printable
A themed word search is not only a great way to get into the holiday spirit, but also a great way to get the brain working!
Source: Happiness Is Homemade
8. Craft Sticks Leprechaun Hat
Hang onto all of those popsicle sticks to make these cute leprechaun hats this year.
Source: Crafts by Amanda
9. Shamrock Slime
I don’t know one kid who doesn’t enjoy slime, and hey’ll have even more fun making it themselves! (Editor’s Note: Click here for our hack to get slime out of clothes!)
Source: Happiness Is Homemade
10. Leprechaun Traps
Because leprechauns are notoriously tricky, you’re going to want to set more than one trap! This one it too cute to pass up.
Source: The Best Ideas for Kids
11. Leprechaun Binoculars
Keep an eye out for those sly leprechauns with these homemade binoculars that can be made with just a few items you already have at home!
Source: A Little Pinch of Perfect
12. Printable St. Patrick’s Day Bingo
A family game night is fun for everyone! You can make yours festive by incorporating this printable St. Paddy’s Day-themed bingo game.
Source: Crafts by Amanda
13. Color-Changing Flowers Experiment
Experiment activities are some of the most fun. The best part of this one is that you’ll want to put it on display afterwards!
Source: Little Bins for Little Hands
14. St. Patrick’s Day Painted Rocks
Affordable crafts that are completely customizable are some of our favorites. Your little ones can get creative by painting themed rocks for the holiday.
Source: Rock Painting 101
15. Paper Leprechaun Craft
It doesn’t get much cuter than this! Help your little ones transform themselves into leprechauns with this fun and easy craft.
Source: The Best Ideas for Kids
16. Pop Tart Leprechaun House
A craft you can snack on after you’re done? Sign us up! It doesn’t hurt that this leprechaun house is so cute, too.
Source: Gluesticks Blog
17. Leprechaun Hat St. Patrick’s Day Treats
Kick family movie night up a notch by making these leprechaun hat treats to munch on.
Source: Happiness is Homemade
18. St. Patrick’s Day Fizzing Pot Experiment
Science, but make it festive! Your little ones will love doing this easy science experiment that only takes a few simple ingredients.
Source: Little Bins for Little Hands
19. St. Patrick’s Day Fools Gold Sensory Bottle
This sensory bottle is fun, simple to make, and will keep your little one entertained for hours. Having your kiddo help assemble it is a good way for them to work on their fine motor skills, too.
Source: A Little Pinch of Perfect
20. Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap
If you’re feeling lucky this year, be sure to help your little one create this leprechaun trap to see if you can catch one in action!
Source: Crafts by Amanda
