Your child is going to love these 50+ cute craft ideas for girls! These unique, girl themed projects are perfect for children ages 6 – 12.
I will admit that when it comes to being a girl, I didn’t exactly fit the mold as a child. I’m sure many of you fellow tomboys can relate! I mean who can put any of us in a mold, really. I just happened to not really enjoy princess stuff or Barbies.
I enjoyed whatever toys my brothers played with, because I had four of them (brothers, not toys). Honestly I can’t blame my parents, because in a family with five kids, it’s just easier to buy for everyone and throw it to the wolves!
One thing I have loved since was a little girl, and obviously love still, is crafting. I still have salt dough button art I made when I was 2. The history is long with this one!
To celebrate all the little girls who love to make stuff as I did, I’ve put together a list of cute crafts for girls that I think your kids are going to have a great time doing! If your children love easy craft ideas, you’ll want to check out these projects.
The tutorials below are some of my favorites, and cover a wide variety of skill levels of crafter. I feel these are appropriate for ages 6-12, though lots of them are fun for anyone (including adults!).
Choose based on what you feel is best for your child’s age and skill level. No matter what it is, you’ll find something fun, I promise.
Are you ready to get started? Grab the craft supplies, pick a few ideas below, and give them a try! Then let me know what you think in the comments.
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Paper Beads You Can Make in Minutes!
Learn how to make paper beads with scraps of paper and Mod Podge! This is SO easy – even for kids – and you can use them for bracelets and necklaces. Paper jewelry making is really fun!
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DIY Glitter Shoes with Unbelievable Sparkle
These DIY glitter shoes are really easy to make with Mod Podge! Turn your favorite pair into sparkly stunners in a few simple steps.
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Make Glass Photo Magnets on the Cheap!
These EASY DIY photo magnets are so simple that even a kid can make them! Give these glass magnets as photo gifts, use them as party favors, or keep the kids busy during summer break.They're also cute with magazine pages and bottle caps.
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DIY Mouse Pad with Scrapbook Paper
You won’t believe how easy it is to make your own mouse pad! A DIY mouse pad is such a budget friendly project, and you can customize it any way you like with your favorite scrapbook paper.
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Steve Carrell
Easy Weaving for Kids on a Cardboard Loom
Teach kids weaving with a simple wall hanging project! Easy, fun, and perfect for beginners. Get creative and start weaving today.
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babbledabbledo.com
Six Ways to Make Clay Bracelets
Learn how to make polymer clay bracelets with these six easy methods! I love the results. This is perfect for children of all ages.
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DIY Night Light
Make this mason jar night light craft using a simple tutorial! This is a fun project for younger children. The glitter is so sparkly and fun for night time!
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diycandy.com
Make a Felt Ball Garland the Easy Way
Don’t buy a felt ball garland when they are SO easy to make! Kids love stringing felt balls onto embroidery floss, and these are perfect for decorating their room or the Christmas tree.
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Faux Stained Glass
Learn how to make DIY stained glass using this simple recipe of paint and Mod Podge! It's so easy, even a kid can do it.
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Leslie Manlapig
Make Borax Crystal Flowers
Faux flowers are made ten times cooler with the addition of Borax crystals! This almost seems like a science experiment, which I guess it is. But the end result is so cool, you can use them for decorating.
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How to Make a Dollhouse Out of Cardboard
Don’t spend big bucks on a dollhouse – this cardboard dollhouse craft is really easy! Use Mod Podge to create this with your children.
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DIY Photo Album
Create a unique handmade picture album using recycled boxes and decoupage medium! Perfect for storing memories, goals, and more.
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Easy Washer Necklaces
Learn how to make washer necklaces using Mod Podge and Dimensional Magic. This jewelry craft is SO easy and great for kids, teens, and adults!
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Colorful Geometric Frame
This Mod Podge tissue paper frame is budget friendly and only takes a few minutes to make! Teens will love this easy and colorful idea.
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Leslie Manlapig
How to Make Paper Flowers the Easiest Way Ever!
These accordion paper flowers are so easy to make that even a child can do it – pick bright, bold origami patterns to make them really stand out! They are perfect for decorating and parties, including photo backdrops.Also check out these crepe paper flowers.
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Stephanie Gerber
Easy DIY Clay Jewelry Dish
Do you like to display jewelry in dishes so that you can see it all beautifully displayed and laid out? Grab some clay and a gold leaf pen to make these cute little jewelry dishes.
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DIY Notebook Cover
Learn how to cover a notebook with decorative paper and Mod Podge! This is such an easy way to customize.
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Leslie Manlapig
Food Coloring Art for Kids on the Cheap
Make food coloring art and have fun using inexpensive materials you probably already have on hand. It’s easy for kids of all ages and the results are stunning!
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Easy Painted Rocks That Are Fun to Make!
Get TEN ideas for beautiful painted rocks PLUS instructions on how to paint them! Rock painting is a fun activity for adults or kids, and makes great gifts or home decor.Also learn how to Mod Podge on rocks with scrapbook paper!
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Pretty Life Girls
T-Shirt Stamp from a Takeout Box
Learn how to make a DIY t-shirt stamp in any design from the unlikeliest of surfaces! You’ll love this fun fashion project – and it’s so easy, the kids can help!
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www.mamamiss.com
DIY Homemade Sparkling Beads
These DIY homemade sparkly beads are simple to make, and use very little materials. And with just a little bit of twine you can turn them into a necklace.
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artfulparent.com
How to Make Bead Suncatchers
Melting beads is something I've done since I was little! Do you remember Makeit Bakeit? Make your own version!
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Leslie Manlapig
Surprise Message Card
Learn how to make a surprise message card that the recipient will love! This cute secret message card is perfect for birthdays and holidays. Such a great kids’ craft project.
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www.artbarblog.com
Polymer Clay Necklaces
Kids use their hands to squeeze together bits of polymer clay and then use a flattening machine to make these unusual and colorful necklaces.
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Beautiful (and Easy) Watercolor Collage
Make this simple watercolor collage by cutting up watercolor paintings and decoupaging them to canvas. This canvas art project is SO easy!
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Decoupage Soap
Learn how to decoupage on soap using this unique tutorial! Such a simple project, anyone can do it.
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Steve Carrell
DIY Sidewalk Paint
This three-ingredient sidewalk chalk paint is a blast for kids! Learn how to make it – you probably have everything on hand. This sidewalk paint is such a fun summer activity!
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Jessica Anderson
Flower Pot Craft with Sharpie
Use a Sharpie to make dots in this unique flower pot craft! It’s so easy that it’s great for kids, for teens, and for adults. . . you just need a few simple supplies.
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dabblesandbabbles.com
Perler Bead Stud Earrings
Working with perler beads is one of my favorite things, and it seems there are always some leftover. Turn those colorful beads into earrings, and any other jewelry you like.
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Colorful Geometric Frame Using Tissue Paper
This Mod Podge tissue paper frame is budget friendly and only takes a few minutes to make! Teens will love this easy and colorful idea.
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Leslie Manlapig
Fluttering Butterfly
The best part of these fluttering butterflies? They actually move when you play with them! Kids will love painting their butterflies with bright colors and then running around making them fly.
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Leslie Manlapig
Spring Flower Paint Chip Bookmarks
It’s so easy to make these paint chip bookmarks that look like spring tulips. Kids will love this craft, and if you have old paint chips . . . it’s free!
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How to Make Glycerin Soap With Kids
Learn how to make glycerin soap with kids! Use melt and pour glycerin blocks to create fun soaps with kids! Experiment with different colors, soap molds, and scents to create unique combinations.
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Backpack Charms DIY
Learn how to make backpack charms using Duck Tape! This is a fun and easy crafts for kids.
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Make a Confetti Bowl
Learn to make a super cool DIY bowl in three easy steps! You don’t need any crafting skills for this, and the results are SO fun!
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DIY Patchwork Jeans
Create your own unique style by applying scraps of fabric to your jeans for a funky and fun pair of pants. This is an easy no sew idea!
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Rock Doll Faces
What I love about these dolls is while they aren't soft and cuddly, you can customize these dolls with any skin color, eye color, and hair you like. Add smiles, eyelashes, and other fun details.
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Egg Carton Art
If you like egg carton crafts, try this canvas project with your kids. You'll have just as much fun as they do!
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Salt Dough Fairy Garden
A new take on a fairy garden! Make a salt dough fairy garden using spray foam and homemade salt dough accessories. No real plants needed!
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Aki Altuna
Birdhouse Craft
This easy birdhouse craft is such a great craft for kids. They will keep your children occupied this spring or summer!
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Leslie Manlapig
Make Wine Cork Stamps The Easy Way!
Instead of purchasing stamps at the store, save a couple of bucks and make your own from wine corks. It’s VERY easy.
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DIY Phone Case with Glitter
Make a DIY phone case with glitter and Mod Podge in four easy steps! Make several glitter phone cases for yourself, your kids, their friends. They’re great for gifts!
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Make Your Own Washi Tape the Easy Way
Are you excited about washi, but not about the prices? Kids can make their own washi tape with this simple tutorial, and pick any pattern they like.
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Confetti Coasters for Your Next Party!
There are a million ways you can transform plain tiles with Mod Podge – these confetti coasters are one of those easy and cute ideas that anyone of any age can do.
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Easy DIY Window Clings
Use Mod Podge to make your own DIY window clings on a budget. These gel window clings are so easy, and a great kids’ craft!
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Steve Carrell
Origami Heart Bookmark You Can Make in Minutes!
Make an origami bookmark the easy way! This easy origami heart looks just like a conversation heart, and fits on the corner of a book page. Kids and adults will love this idea!
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Modern DIY Photo Blocks (for Decor or Gifts!)
Paint these DIY photo blocks any color to fit in with your child’s room or nursery and display on a shelf! They also make great gifts.
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Make an Ice Cream Stick Photo Frame
Learn how to make an ice cream stick photo frame the easy way! This DIY popsicle stick frame is so simple even a kid could do it. Decorate with fun patterns of washi tape.
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Cheryl Sorce
How to Make Stickers with Only Two Ingredients!
If you are wondering how to make stickers, you can do it with just two ingredients. You probably have the supplies in your house already!
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DIY Chip Clips from Clothespins
Learn how to turn clothespins into chip clips! This DIY project is SO easy that even a kid can do it. Budget friendly and customizable.You can get a magnet glitter version here.
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Dollar Store Night Light Makeover
This DIY night light revamp uses a dollar store find along with Mod Podge and tissue paper! Such a fun home decor makeover for a small price.
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Confetti Letters for Party or Decor
If you love confetti crafts, try this easy monogram letter art! This technique can be used with a variety of letters, numbers, and shapes.
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If you enjoyed these craft ideas for girls, let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other kids’s craft collections:
Boredom Busters • Camping • Cardboard • Christmas • Crafts for Boys • Crafts at Home • Crosses • Dragons • Easter • Googly Eyes • Halloween • Handprints • Mod Podge • Painting • Paper Mache • Paper Plates • Paper Towel Rolls • Pipe Cleaners • Poinsettias • Rainbows • Recycled • Superhero • Toilet Paper Rolls