Are you looking for some fun crafts to make this St. Patrick’s Day with your kids? Then check out my roundup of st. patrick’s day kids crafts, plus learn how to make your own shamrock stamps using a potato!
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, you may be looking for some fun but easy st patrick’s day activities to do with your kiddos! If that is the case, then you are in the right place!
In today’s post, I will first be sharing my own project, (which will make you want to add a potato to your craft supply list), then I will be sharing a quick roundup of my favorite st. patricks ideas for kids from some of my crafty friends!
ST. PATRICKS DAY POTATO PAINTING
First off, if you have never made a stamp with a potato, then you are missing out (lol)!
Potato stamping is an easy way to make unique stamps that will keep your kids entertained for hours. Plus, it’s a fun activity that can be done with both preschool kids and kids that are a bit older.
This year we decided to create a four-leaf clover potato stamps and the kids absolutely love them!
SUPPLIES NEEDED:
- potato
- knife
- green paint
- white or kraft cardstock
- markers
- WRMK Crop-a-Dile (or hole punch)
- ribbon
- washable craft pain
- paper plate or paint tray
Project Notes:
If you are working with older kids, you could also incorporate other supplies into the potato painting like pom poms, tissue paper, or glitter (if you are being really adventurous – lol)!
ST. PATRICK’S DAY CRAFT: HOW TO MAKE POTATO PAINTING
Cut the potato in half, then carve your shape on the exposed edge (we used a chipboard heart for a template but you can also cut your shape freehand).
Use a bowl (or plate with raised sides) for the paint, so excess can be wiped off before you begin stamping on to the paper.
To create a clover – get paint on the potato, stamp the heart, then rotate 45 degrees for each leaf. The kids used their fingers to create the stems – their favorite part!
If you are working with younger kids or have someone that doesn’t have fine motor skills, then cut out a ”handle”!
Don cut out a “handle” on one of the potatoes by cutting away the sides of the potato about halfway, then cutting a hole through the center.
To complete the project, let the kids write their names on the paper, then punch holes at the top, tie with ribbon, and set aside to dry.
FUN ST. PATRICK’S DAY ACTIVITIES
If you are looking for even more ways to keep those little hands busy on March 17th, then check out these amazing st. patrick’s day activities from some of my favorite crafty people!
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If you are looking for some fun leprechaun crafts, then look no further! Hello Creative Family has a full tutorial on how to create what I think is the cutest thing in the world… a leprechaun bookmark! The best part is that this project doesn’t require fancy supplies and you only need basic items like construction paper, craft glue, and scissors.
Now, if you are in need of some preschool activities, then check out these mosaic paper shamrocks from Happiness is Homemade! This project is perfect if you don’t want to make a to the craft store because all you need is shamrock cut-outs, different colors of green paper, and a glue stick.
If your kids have shamrock shakes on the brain, then they need to try these delicious Lucky Charms Rainbow Hot Chocolate Bombs from Hello Creative Family! These hot chocolate bombs are the perfect opportunity to get your kids into the kitchen to try something new. Plus, if you are a family that goes all out on st. paddy’s day, then these would be perfect to make for breakfast or as an after-school treat!
HERE ARE SOME FREE ST. PATRICK’S DAY PRINTABLES!
If you are wanting to know what’s at the end of the rainbow, it’s this adorable coloring page from Hey Let’s Make Stuff! This FREE coloring page has everything you need to celebrate the season because it includes shamrock shapes, gold coins, and even a rainbow.
A piece of paper and a printer is all you need for this next st. patrick’s day activity! Create your own St. Patrick’s Day Cootie Catcher using a free printable from 100 Directions. This Cootie Catcher is a fun holiday themed printable game that will keep your kids entertained for hours!
Let’s wave our st. patrick’s day craft flag loud and proud by making thises adorable St. Patrick’s Day Pennants from Hey Let’s Make Stuff! These pennants are actually super easy to make because they are FREE printables! This means all you need to do is print, attach to a dowel rod (or to a pipe cleaner), and add some ribbon. Also, the cool part, is that you could use these pennants in different ways. For instance, you could use them as photo props, home decor, or even party decorations!
Finally, if you are looking for a ”one-stop shop project” that will keep your little leprechauns busy, then check out Hello Creative Family’s FREE St Patricks Day Printable Activity Pack For Kids! This pack includes two coloring sheets, a leprechaun pot of gold maze, word search, I-spy, complete the pattern and build a leprechaun.
PRINTABLE POTATO PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS
Now, if you need some written instructions, then we have you covered! Check out the instructions box below to see all of the details for this project. Plus, you can even print them or pin them to your favorite Pinterest board!
ST. PATRICK’S DAY CRAFT: HOW TO MAKE POTATO PAINTING
Materials
- potato
- knife
- green paint
- white or kraft cardstock
- markers
- WRMK Crop-a-Dile (or hole punch)
- ribbon
- washable craft pain
- paper plate or paint tray
Instructions
- Cut the potato in half, then carve your shape on the exposed edge (we used a chipboard heart for a template but you can also cut your shape freehand).
- Use a bowl (or plate with raised sides) for the paint, so excess can be wiped off before you begin stamping on to the paper.
- To create a clover – get paint on the potato, stamp the heart, then rotate 45 degrees for each leaf. The kids used their fingers to create the stems – their favorite part!
- To complete the project, let the kids write their names on the paper, then punch holes at the top, tie with ribbon, and set aside to dry. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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