Get ready to celebrate Mom with these adorable and easy-to-create crafts made by little hands! There is something for every mother on this list of Mother’s Day crafts for kids.
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how we can show our moms just how much we appreciate them. And what better way to do that than with some heartfelt handmade crafts?
Now, I know what you’re thinking—kid crafts can be tricky, especially when you’re trying to find the perfect gift for mom. But fear not, because today I’m here to share some super simple Mother’s Day craft ideas that kids can tackle pretty much all on their own!
From adorable DIY cards to cute keepsake crafts, there’s something here for every mom to treasure. And the best part? These crafts are designed with kids in mind, so they’re easy enough for even the littlest hands to complete.
With these simple and heartfelt Mother’s Day crafts, kids can show mom just how much she means to them all on their own. So without further ado, let’s take a look at some of my favorite Mother’s Day crafts for kids …
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Mother’s Day Perler Beads
Kids will love these Mother’s Day perler beads, perfect for crafting and gifting to mom. Get over 15 pretty patterns that are easy to make.
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Colorful Geometric Frame
This tissue paper frame is perfect for adding a photo of the kids. Mom will love this idea!
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onesimpleparty.com
Mother’s Day Portrait Drawings
Print the provided templates for kids to draw portraits of mom and/or grandmom! Don't forget to add some color and a little bling.
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www.hellowonderful.co
Handprint Flower Wreath
A beautiful handprint flower wreath perfect for a Mother's Day gift or as a keepsake for grandparents!
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diycandy.com
Pounded Flower Tote Bag
Did you know that you can dye fabric by pounding flowers? This unique flower tote bag makes a perfect Mother’s Day gift – and the kids will love creating it!
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foxfarmhome.com
Pressed Flower Pinch Pots
Clay pinch pots are always fun for kids! Add some colorful pressed flowers to make a nice gift for mom.
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Colorful Birdhouse
This easy painted birdhouse with tissue paper is such a great craft for kids to make for mom this year!
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www.projectswithkids.com
Watercolor Bookmark & Card
Use resist art and lovely watercolors to make a matching card and bookmark for Mother's Day. I love the way these turned out!
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Egg Carton Bouquet Art
Don't throw those egg cartons away – turn them into floral art with paint and Sparkle Mod Podge. This is one of those craft ideas for kids you'll want to make in various colors for every season and holiday.
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craftsbyamanda.com
Fingerprint Flower Pots
Paint a plain terra cotta pot with bright spring colors and then add flowers with fingerprint petals. Pop a plant inside and you have an awesome gift for mom!
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diycandy.com
Handmade Mother’s Day Card
Don't forget to include a card with your gift! This handmade Mother’s Day card idea is something that both littles and adults will have fun making.
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kidscraftroom.com
Cupcake Liner Flower Wreath
Cupcake liners come in so many fun colors and patterns. Along with buttons, they make super cute flowers, don't you think?
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craftykidsplay.com
‘You Rock’ Card & Painted Rock
Print out the 'you rock' card and then paint a beautiful rock for mom. She can use it as a paperweight or add it as a decoration in her garden!
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diycandy.com
Fruit Stamping on Tea Towels
Use a fun fruit stamping technique to decorate some plain tea towels. These make great gifts and they are so easy – even a young kid can make them!
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www.triedandtrueblog.com
Perler Bead Tray
You usually don't associate Perler Beads with a gift for Mother's Day, but this is something that you can make with your kids to give to your mom. I think it turned out great!
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www.pinkstripeysocks.com
Hyper Colorful Painted Paper Plate Flowers!
Think a paper plate can't be beautiful? I love how pretty these flowers are . . . great for kids to make mom, but also perfect for party decorations!
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swoodsonsays.com
Kid Made Hand Embroidered Mother’s Day Gift
Kids can draw a picture or write a message for mom on a sheet of Stick 'n Stitch. Then they can hand embroider it as a gift for mom!
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homanathome.com
Mothers’ Day Beaded Bracelets
What mom wouldn't love this set of beaded bracelets? These are so easy to make even a toddler can do it!
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diycandy.com
Rainbow Painted Flower Pots
Use paint to make painted flower pots with rainbow ombre awesomeness! Both children and adults alike will love this easy craft. In fact, mothers and kids might want to make it together for Mother's Day!
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Mother’s Day Nature Craft
Print out the free templates and then head out for a nature walk! Gather leaves and flowers to glue on this super cute art for mom.
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www.redtedart.com
Mother’s Day Basket
Make this easy paper strip basket for mom and fill it with her favorite candy! Maybe she'll let you have some.
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![Sunflower Mother’s Day Craft For Kids [Free Template]](https://modpodgerocksblog.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sunflower-Mothers-Day-Craft-For-Kids-Free-Template.webp)
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Sunflower Mother’s Day Card
Have mom pick out her favorite photos of the kids and then make a sunflower art piece. It would also make an awesome card!
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www.kitchentableclassroom.com
Woven Bowl
Once you get the hang of it weaving can be a relaxing process and can make some pretty amazing finished products! This DIY bowl is one of the most genius paper plate crafts I've ever seen.
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Handmade Fridge Magnets
Learn how to make fridge magnets in a mason jar! Such a cute handmade idea and perfect for gifting.
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Mother’s Day Paper Flowers
Print and color the flowers and then add all of the reasons you love mom on each petal. She can pull them back to reveal all of the love!
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Handprint Art
Learn how to make the cutest handprint art with kids! This canvas is a fun project for a classroom activity or Mother's Day.
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Handprint Watering Can
This is an awesome idea for the mom who loves to garden or take care of houseplants! Add painted handprints and turn them into flowers.
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diycandy.com
Coffee Filter Flowers
Make these cute flowers out of coffee filters using inexpensive supplies! Kids will love making a bouquet for mom.
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www.caseperlatesta.com
Chalkboard Sign
Make a super cute chalkboard out of popsicle sticks and then add a fun chalk message for mom!
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So what did you think of this list of Mother’s Day crafts for kids? Let me know in the comments below and then check out these other great crafts made by little hands: