50 Fun and Easy Winter Crafts for Kids to Make

Are you itching to make a simple project with your kids and need some inspiration? Here is a collection of easy Winter Crafts for Kids that you can do with the entire family. No matter if you have young children, like toddlers, or older kids, there’s something for everyone in this list of 50 Winter Crafts for Kids.

Disclosure: Adult supervision is required for all activities at all times.

The holiday season can be tough on parents and kids who don’t want to be inside all day. If you’re trying to find fun ways for your kids to play this Winter, then start with these Winter activities for kids. Or invest in the Winter Activity Pack, which is filled with educational ideas for young kids.

1. Northern Lights Art

Picture of the northern lights on black paper, chalk and scissors on a tabletop.

Looking for a great way to get your kids excited for the winter season? This Northern Lights art project is easy and fun, using oil pastels to create a beautiful craft. But the best part is that you’re going to need a variety of fine motor skills to complete all of the different steps.

2. Cotton Wool Snowman Art

Cotton ball snowman craft for kids. Toddlers and preschoolers will love this fun art and craft activity, which is perfect for a Winter theme.

Make a fun craft with your toddlers and preschoolers: create a snowman picture using cotton balls and glue! It’s an easy and enjoyable activity for the whole family.

3. Fingerprint Snowflake Art Idea

Your little ones will have so much fun using fingerpainting to create this easy fingerprint snowflake art idea! It’s the perfect way to get creative this winter.

4. Snowy Forest – Winter Art for Kids

Are you looking for easy winter art ideas for kids? Try this snowy forest painting for preschoolers and kindergartners. It's perfect for Winter or weather themed curriculums.

Make a winter wonderland with this cute snowy forest picture. Perfect for kids, this fun winter craft is simple and fun craft to make.

5. Paper Cup Penguin Craft

Paper Cup Penguin Craft. A fun and easy arts and crafts activity for toddlers and preschoolers. Perfect for a winter themed lesson.

Looking for a fun way to keep your kids entertained? With a little paint and a paper cup, you can create an adorable paper cup penguin craft!

6. Egg Carton Snowman Craft

Egg carton snowman craft for kids. Preschoolers and kindergardeners will love this easy craft idea. Perfect for Christmas or winter.

This easy egg carton snowman craft is a fun and creative activity for kids of all ages to do during the colder months. Perfect for preschool and kindergarten classrooms!

7. Penguin Cut and Paste Art (Free Printable Template)

Penguin cut and paste craft for kids. This free printable template is a fun art activity for preschool and kindergarten. Perfect for winter.

Let your kids get creative with this fun and free printable penguin cut and paste art template! Perfect for a range of winter craft ideas.

8. Free Printable Winter Coloring Pages

Bring the winter season to life with these free printable winter coloring pages! With a variety of designs, you’ll find something for kids of all ages to enjoy.

9. Popsicle Stick Snowflakes

Popsicle stick snowflake craft for kids. An easy art and craft activity for Winter or Christmas. Easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers.

Create a beautiful snowflake craft with popsicle sticks, paint and stickers! Let your creativity shine as you make a unique piece of art with these easy-to-use materials.

10. Toilet Paper Roll Penguin Craft

Toilet paper roll penguin craft for kids. A fun art and craft activity for a Winter or polar animal theme. Perfect for preschool classrooms.

Use toilet paper rolls to make this cute cardboard roll penguin craft. This is a fun craft for young children who love learning about the amazing animals that can live in harsh, cold climates.

11. Q-Tip Snowflake Art

Easy q-tip snowflake art for kids. Learn how to use cotton buds to make a snowflake art and craft activity this winter.

Create beautiful snowflake art with just q-tips and some imagination! Let your kids make amazing winter pictures that will brighten up any home or classroom with this simple and fun activity.

12. Paper Cup Hot Chocolate Craft

Paper cup hot chocolate craft for kids. A fun Winter themed craft for preschool and kindergarten to make this holiday season.

Bring out your kids’ creative side with this fun paper cup hot chocolate craft! Let them choose from different colors to decorate their mug and show off their artwork.

13. Paper Plate Snowy Owl Craft

Paper plate snowy owl craft for kids. A fun and easy art and craft activity to try this Winter. Perfect for preschool and kindergarten.

Create a beautiful snowy owl using paper plates! Learn how to turn simple materials into this adorable and fun craft. Perfect for all ages!

14. Puffy Paint Icicle Art

Easy puffy paint icicle art for kids. An fun art and craft activity for toddlers and preschoolers to make this winter.

Let your kids have fun and get creative with this easy puffy paint icicle art project! Use puffy paint to make a beautiful wintery icicle picture they’ll be proud of.

15. Pipe Cleaner Icicle Craft

Easy pipe cleaner icicle ornament craft for kids. A fun art and craft activity for preschoolers during a Christmas or Winter theme.

Make a fun and festive winter craft with your kids! Learn how to use pipe cleaners and beads to create unique and colorful icicle ornaments.

16. Paper Plate Winter Hat Craft

Easy paper plate winter hat craft for kids. A fun art and craft activity for toddlers and preschoolers to make this Winter or Christmas.

Paper plate crafts are always a hit with young kids. Use paper plates, paint and cotton wool to make this easy winter hat craft.

17. Paper Plate Polar Bear Craft

Fuzzy paper plate polar bear craft for kids. A fun art and craft activity for toddlers and preschoolers. Perfect for Winter or arctic animal themed lesson plans.

Bring the Arctic to life with this fun and easy paper plate polar bear craft for kids! Get creative by using cotton wool to add a fuzzy texture to your very own polar bears.

18. Mittens Sticker Art

Easy mittens sticker art for kids. This free printable template is a great craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make this Winter.

Let your toddlers and preschoolers create colorful mitten sticker art with this free printable template. Perfect for encouraging creativity and developing fine motor skills!

19. Snowflake Templates (Free Printable)

Free printable snowflake templates and a pair of scissors.

Make your own paper snowflakes with the help of these free printable designs. This is a classic craft idea that kids will love to make year after year.

20. Handprint Abominable Snowman Craft

Handprint abominable snowman craft, watercolor paints and scissors.

Turn a simple handprint into this cute yeti picture. This handprint abominable snowman is a fun way to get creative with your kids this January.

21. DIY Snowman Bowling Game

Paper cup snowmen and a snowball made out of paper.

Get the kids involved by making their own DIY Snowman bowling game. This is a fun craft that can then be played with again and again.

22. Polar Bear Art Project

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Bring winter indoors with this adorable polar bear art project for kids! All you need is black paper, white paint, cotton ball stamps and newspaper to make these fuzzy friends come to life.

Photo: Fantastic Fun and Learning

23. Handprint Penguin

Handprint penguin craft with text overlay.

Make your own handprint penguin craft with the help of this free printable template. All you need is some white paint, a printer and a cute little hand that you want to turn into a keepsake.

24. Winter Themed Sugar Painting

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Your kids are going to love the creative art of winter sugar painting. Make snowflake crafts using sugar and you can use them to decorate your classroom this holiday season.

Photo: Kids Craft Room

25. Fun Sled Winter Art Project

Enjoy a snowy day with this creative sled art project! Use watercolor paints and black paper to make a beautiful sled silhouette picture.

Photo: Crafts on Sea

26. Silhouette Winter Trees Art

Escape the cold winter days with this beautiful silhouette winter trees art project for kids! Create a beautiful and dreamy forest scene featuring a moonlit background is a fun project for the entire family.

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27. Fingerprint Snowman Craft

Make this simple winter craft with your children using their thumb or finger prints. This cute fingerprint snowman picture is so easy, making it perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.

Photo: Rhythms of Play

28. Watercolor Snowflake Art

Spend snow days with your kids creating beautiful watercolor snowflake art! With just watercolor paints and a snowflake stamp, they can make a unique picture to hang in their room.

Photo: Projects with Kids

29. Torn Paper Penguin Art

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There are so many fun ideas to try with construction paper, just like this torn paper penguin picture. Create a cute animal while you spend some quality time with your children.

Photo: Fantastic Fun and Learning

30. Winter Tree Nature Art

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Create a beautiful winter tree art masterpiece with your kids! Using twigs, blue paper and white paint, let them explore their creative side and make a unique tree picture.

Photo: Fantastic Fun and Learning

31. Paper Plate Snowflake Yarn Art

Create a stunning wintery craft with paper plates and yarn! Kids will love creating their own unique paper plate and yarn snowflakes to hang up and admire.

Photo: i Heart Crafty Things

32. Winter Hat Scratch Art

Create the best winter crafts with your kids! Learn how to make winter hats using this DIY scratch art technique. Get creative and have fun with this easy craft!

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33. Hot Chocolate Craft

Looking for fun and easy crafts to keep your kids busy on cold winter days? Try making this hot chocolate craft with them! Perfect for all ages, it’s sure to be a hit!

Photo: Crafts on Sea

34. Snowy Owl Craft

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Looking for a better way to help your younger children explore their creative side? Try this easy snowy owl craft made with white paint and a sponge – how easy is that?

Photo: Fantastic Fun and Learning

35. Resist Art Snowman

Let your kids create a fun and unique Resist Art Snowman this winter season. All they need is a few simple supplies, like white paper and blue paint!

Photo: Crafts on Sea

36. Marble Painted Snowflakes

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Learn how to make beautiful marble painted snowflake art with your kids! Simple crafts lke this are perfect for any age, making it a great family activity.

Photo: Fantastic Fun and Learning

37. Cork Snowman Craft

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Transform your old wine corks into the perfect craft for kids – learn how to make a cute cork snowman with this easy idea!

Photo: Red Ted Art

38. Snowball Painting

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This easy art project for toddlers and preschoolers uses milk jug lids to make DIY snowball stamps – perfect for all your winter art projects.

Photo: Fun Learning for Kids

39. Pinecone Winter Owl Craft

Welcome the winter season with this fun and easy pinecone craft! Kids will love transforming a simple pinecone into an adorable winter owl.

Photo: Easy Peasy and Fun

40. Lego Painted Snowflakes

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Bring some fun to cold days with this easy art idea for toddlers and preschoolers – use LEGO to make a beautiful snowflake painting!

Photo: Happy Toddler Playtime

41. Toddler Winter Art Collage

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This is the perfect winter craft for toddlers! Create a unique winter art collage using blue tissue paper and foil. The possibilities are endless!

Photo: Teach 2 and 3 Year Olds

42. DIY Snow Globe Craft

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Make a magical snow globe craft with your kids this winter! Check out this fun picture of a snow globe with a snowman and get inspired to create your own great crafts.

Photo: Red Ted Art

43. Sparkly Icicle Craft

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Create beautiful, 3D ice ornaments for your Christmas tree this year! Kids will love crafting these sparkly icicles with paint, glitter and foil.

Photo: Kids Craft Room

44. Shivery Snow – Puffy Paint Recipe

Make winter fun with this simple shivery snow puffy paint recipe for kids! Get creative and have a blast creating winter-themed art.

Photo: Little Bins for Little Hands

45. 3D Snowflake Craft

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Create beautiful snowflakes with your kids this winter! Learn how to make 3D and paper snowflakes, from simple to complex designs. Fun for all ages!

Photo: Kids Craft Room

46. Crayon Resist Winter Landscape

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Create beautiful winter landscapes with your kids using crayon resist techniques! Watch them marvel at their work as they use watercolors to bring the picture to life.

Photo: How Wee Learn

47. Snowy Owl Potato Masher Craft

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Create a beautiful and unique craft with your kids! Use a potato masher to make a snowy owl picture that they’ll be proud of. Try this fun and easy craft today!

Photo: Happy Toddler Playtime

48. Moving Polar Bear Craft

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Make your own adorable polar bear with moving arms and legs! This fun craft is perfect for teaching kids about arctic animals and is sure to bring smiles.

Photo: Kids Craft Room

49. Coffee Filter Snowflakes

Kids will love this easy and fun craft that uses coffee filters to make beautiful snowflakes! Get creative and make something special for the winter season.

Photo: i Heart Crafty Things

50. Snowflake Paper Plate Twirler

Bring winter indoors with this easy and fun paper plate snowflake twirler craft for kids! Get creative by adding your own unique design elements to these easy winter craft projects.

Photo: Crafts on Sea

51. Winter Bear Craft

Completed winter bear craft for kids.

Don’t you just love this sweet polar bear picture? This art project is perfect for older kids who need an idea to try this winter season.

Winter Activity Pack

Educational Printables for preschoolers and kindergarteners for this Winter.

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