Planning a birthday party for your 9-year-old can be a whirlwind of excitement and creativity. Let me help you with some fun and engaging craft ideas that will keep those little hands busy and happy!
Sock Caterpillars
Turn old socks into cute caterpillars with a bit of stuffing and some googly eyes. Kids adore feeding their caterpillars and watching them ‘grow’!
You might give these a try:
- Polyester Stuffing Fiber Fill: Stuff your caterpillars swiftly with soft, fluffy fiber fill. Perfect for crafting cuddly toys.
- Googly Eyes Craft Set: Bring your sock caterpillars to life with fun, wiggly googly eyes. Easy to apply!
- Colorful Yarn Assortment: Create vibrant antennas using colorful yarns. Add personality to each caterpillar craft project.
DIY Paper Crowns
Every child loves to feel like royalty, and making paper crowns is a great way to do just that! I often use recycled paper bags to create long strips for the crowns, and the kids have a blast decorating them with markers and stickers.
Possibly helpful picks:
- Colorful Craft Markers Set: Encourage creativity with vibrant markers perfect for decorating paper crowns at your next party!
- Sticker Variety Pack: Add fun and flair to crowns with an assortment of themed stickers that kids will love!
- Adhesive Gemstones: Make paper crowns sparkle with an easy-to-use collection of adhesive gemstones for kids.
Pom-Pom Necklaces
Creating pom-pom necklaces is a hit at any party and super easy too! Hand-eye coordination gets a fun workout as the kids make their fluffy pendants, and they adore picking their favorite colors and beads.
A few choices to try:
- Pom-Pom Maker Kit: Create colorful pom-poms easily and add flair to your necklaces. A fun craft must-have!
- Assorted Bead Pack: Enhance your necklace designs with vibrant beads. Explore endless creative combinations!
- Nylon Craft Cord: Securely string your beads and pom-poms together with durable and colorful nylon cord.
Cardboard Box Cake
Turn ordinary boxes into a cardboard cake masterpiece! Kids love painting and decorating their ‘cakes’ with craft supplies, and it’s a perfect group activity that gets everyone involved.
May just do the trick:
- Acrylic Paint Set: Unleash your creativity with vibrant acrylic paints perfect for decorating your cardboard cake masterpiece.
- Decorative Craft Flowers: Add elegant touches with craft flowers to enhance your cardboard cake design beautifully.
- Paint Brushes Set: Get a versatile set of paint brushes to achieve fine details on your unique craft cake.
Dreamcatchers
Making dreamcatchers is not only fun but can also be a calming activity. With a bit of yarn and colorful beads, kids can create something magical to hang in their room.
Maybe worth checking out:
- Dreamcatcher Craft Kit for Kids: Create your own dream world with this all-inclusive dreamcatcher craft kit. Perfect for kids!
- Assorted Colorful Beads Set: Add vibrant colors to your dreamcatcher with this diverse set of colorful beads. Let creativity flow!
- Feather Assortment Pack: Enhance your dreamcatcher with this beautiful assortment of feathers. Bring your creation to life!
Clothespin People
Clothespin people are simple to make and full of personality. Kids love dressing up their little figures with fabric scraps and markers, creating a new friend to play with.
A few helpful options:
- Wooden Clothespins: Get creative with wooden clothespins, the perfect base for making personalized figures.
- Fabric Scraps Set: Add variety to your crafts with colorful fabric scraps, ideal for dressing your clothespin people.
- Colorful Permanent Markers: Bring your clothespin creations to life with vibrant markers for drawing faces and patterns.
Paper Bag Stars
Transform simple lunch bags into stunning paper bag stars. They’re perfect for decor, and kids are amazed at how they can create something so beautiful from something so plain.
A few relevant products:
- Brown Paper Bags: Transform simple paper bags into beautiful stars with this must-have crafting essential for kids.
- Craft Glue: Secure your paper stars with reliable craft glue, ensuring lasting creations at your birthday party.
- Twine String: Hang your paper bag stars effortlessly with sturdy and versatile twine, perfect for all decor needs.
Cardboard Animals
Let imaginations run wild with cardboard animals! These make a fantastic canvas for kids to paint and decorate, and they love the idea of making their own zoo.
Give these a look:
- DIY Cardboard Animal Kit: Ignite creativity with this DIY animal kit, perfect for crafting unique cardboard creatures.
- Acrylic Paint Set for Kids: Brighten up your animal creations with this vibrant acrylic paint set, ideal for young artists.
- Decorative Stickers for Crafts: Add fun and flair with these colorful stickers, perfect for personalizing your cardboard zoo.
Rainbow Collage
Dive into a world of color with a rainbow collage! This is a great way to use up craft scraps, and kids enjoy seeing their vibrant creations come to life.
A few things you might like:
- Colorful Craft Paper Set: Unleash creativity with vibrant craft paper perfect for crafting rainbow collages at your party.
- Child-Safe Craft Scissors: Make cutting fun and safe with these child-friendly scissors for all your collage projects.
- Eco-Friendly Glue Sticks: Join materials effortlessly with eco-friendly glue sticks perfect for kids’ craft activities.
Paper Pinwheels
These paper pinwheels are a whimsical addition to any party. They’re simple to assemble and make a fun toy that kids can actually play with after crafting.
Possibly handy products:
- Decorative Scrapbook Paper: Let your creativity soar with vibrant scrapbook paper, perfect for making colorful pinwheels.
- Wooden Craft Sticks: Craft sturdy pinwheel bases with wooden sticks for hours of spinning fun.
- Brass Paper Fasteners: Secure your pinwheels easily with durable brass fasteners for smooth and effortless spinning.
Edible Necklace Craft
Combine crafting with snack time by making edible necklaces. Using cereal loops and string, kids can create something deliciously wearable.
Some ideas to consider:
- Colorful Cereal Loops: Add vibrant fun to crafts with these colorful cereal loops. Perfect for deliciously creative projects.
- Craft String for Necklaces: Durable and safe craft string for creating wearable art. Ideal for kids’ crafting activities.
- Bead Organizer Box: Keep your craft supplies tidy and accessible with this handy bead organizer box.
DIY Photo Booth Props
Set up a photo booth with DIY props for some picture-perfect fun. Masks, hats, and glasses made from cardstock and sticks make for a memorable party activity.
Useful items to consider:
- Cardstock Paper Pack: Create colorful and sturdy props with this cardstock pack for endless photo booth fun.
- Wooden Craft Sticks: Use wooden craft sticks to securely hold your DIY photo booth props for perfect pictures.
- Decorative Feather Kit: Add flair to your photo booth props with a vibrant feather kit for more creative designs.
