Handprint Shamrock
This craft requires little time, which is a total win in my book; especially since my son’s attention span can be fleeting. What you need:
Paper shamrocks that are large enough for handprints. You may even want room to do a few handprints within the shamrock. Finger paint, gold glitter or decorations like rainbow and leprechaun stickers. Scissors, and paper if you decide to print out your own shamrocks.
Instructions:
Cookie or Pancake Decorating
Flexibility is key when it comes to this craft. If your children like to bake and you have the time, cooking together can be a great tradition. If time isn’t on your side, pick up yummy sugar cookies from the store and focus solely on decorating. You can also do this with pancakes – just skip the frosting and add green food coloring to the batter. Try these St. Patrick’s Day-themed ideas for decorating:
Provide a few festive suggestions that you or your child can draw on the cookie. You can help them “draw” with icing to make a rainbow, leprechaun hat, cross, or shamrock. If that proves to be tricky, let them simply ice the cookie and add any yummy decorations on top. My personal favorites to use: green icing, rainbow gum drops or jelly beans, shamrock sprinkles, and green candy.
Remember, there’s no right or wrong way to do this craft – have fun and let your child’s creativity shape the activity.
Tie-Dyed St. Patty’s Day Shirt
What you need: Instructions: I hope these craft ideas inspire you to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your family! It may still be freezing in New England, but March does mean that Spring is coming. In the meantime, here are some spring-inspired crafts to help get your kids excited for the warmer weather. Share your photos – we want to see what you did!
