Are you looking for interesting ideas on what you can craft with paper with your child? Then you've come to the right place! On our portal, you will find over 150 different instructions for paper crafting. From classic origami to Christmas decorations to enchanting paper flowers – our collection covers all creative areas.
The variety is immense: Whether you're looking for a quick activity for rainy afternoons or want to create a special gift yourself – we have the perfect crafting idea for every occasion. The best part is: Each of our instructions includes a detailed video tutorial, step-by-step photos, and a comprehensive description. This ensures successful crafting! In this article, I will present our top 10 most popular crafting ideas and link you directly to the corresponding categories and instructions on our portal.
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Crafting with Paper - The Wobbly Santa Claus and Snowman
Since Christmas is around the corner, let's start with some festive crafting with paper ideas. Our first suggestion is a cute wobbly Santa Claus with his friend, the snowman.
For this enchanting Christmas decoration, you will need:
- Sturdy paper or cardboard
- Compass
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Glue (a glue stick is sufficient)
This crafting idea is perfect for children aged 6 and above, although they may need some initial help from adults. What makes this craft special is that it is not just a decoration but also a real wobbly figure for playing. Be prepared for your child not wanting to part with this creation – it's best to reserve a spot on the children's room shelf right away!
Would you like to see the detailed instructions for the wobbly Santa Claus? Here you will find the complete step-by-step guide with photos.
Crafting with Paper - The 3D Christmas Tree
For our next crafting with paper idea, we will show you how to craft a three-dimensional Christmas tree.
Here's what you will need:
- Paper (preferably in different colors)
- Scissors (be cautious with children and use safety scissors!)
- Markers or pens for decoration
- Glue
- Ruler
The instructions are easy to follow: First, you draw the Christmas tree shape on a sheet and cut it out. Then you mark the lines for the cuts and carefully cut along these lines. Afterward, you can decorate your tree with markers or pens and stick small snowflakes. This crafting idea is suitable for children aged 6 and above.
Would you like to see the complete instructions for the 3D Christmas tree? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step guide with all details.
Crafting with Paper - A Heavenly Christmas Angel
Our third crafting with paper idea is a beautiful Christmas angel that is perfect as tree ornament.
You only need:
- White paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- String for hanging
- A small round Christmas bauble for the head
The production is incredibly simple: First, fold the paper like an accordion. Then trim the corners nicely and glue the right spots together. Next, unfold the angel's wings and attach the head (the small Christmas bauble) on top. The hanging string is also attached to the bauble. This craft is quick to make and looks absolutely enchanting.
Would you like to see the complete instructions for the Christmas angel? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step guide with all images.
Crafting with Paper - Creative Envelopes
This paper crafting idea shows you how to create creative envelopes. While in this tutorial we present a Christmas style with snowmen, Santa Claus, and elf motifs, you can of course customize the design as you wish. Whether for a birthday, Easter, or other special occasions – the basic technique remains the same, you just change the motif to your liking.
What makes this envelope so special: You can design it entirely according to your wishes. Just think about who the recipient is and which design suits them best. The envelope is perfect for personal greetings to grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, or other dear people. You can tuck a self-made card or a small gift inside.
Would you like to see the complete guide for creative envelopes? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step instructions with all the details.
Creating with Paper - A 3D Flower Card in a Frame
Our next crafting with paper idea is a beautiful 3D flower bouquet. It is a misconception to think that flower crafting is only suitable for girls! On our portal, you will find a dozen different flower projects that are perfect as a gift for Mother's Day, for grandmothers, or simply as a creative activity.
What you need:
- Colored paper in various colors
- Glue
- Cardboard as a base
- A beautiful frame
The implementation is surprisingly simple: First, you sketch the silhouette of the bouquet on the cardboard. Then you tear and crumple the colored paper for the individual flowers. These are glued on step by step. Finally, you design the lower part of the bouquet - and your three-dimensional artwork is ready!
Would you like to see the complete guide for the 3D flower card? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step instructions with photos.
Creating with Paper - A Basket Full of Flowers
With our next crafting with paper idea, we show you how to create an enchanting flower basket.
For this project, you need:
- Colored paper
- Cardboard (if possible)
- Glue
- Ruler
- Pencil
The implementation is quite simple: First, you craft a small basket from the cardboard. Then you cut out various flowers from the colored paper and glue them to the basket. That's it! A simple idea that still looks impressive.
Would you like to see the complete guide for the flower basket? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step instructions with all the images.
Creating with Paper - The Perfect Paper Airplane
With this crafting with paper idea, we show you a very special paper airplane. Of the around 20 different paper airplane tutorials on our portal, this is the simplest - and at the same time one of the best flyers! As the saying goes, "Genius in its simplicity!"
What sets this model apart: it flies excellently and is super easy to fold. A great side effect: you can also teach your child something about aerodynamics. Show them how the flight characteristics change when you adjust the wing length or fold the trailing edges of the wings differently. With long wings, it glides gently and far, with short wings it flies fast like a fighter jet!
Would you like to see the complete guide for the perfect paper airplane? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step instructions with all the images.
Crafting with Paper - A 3D Butterfly
Our next crafting with paper idea is a beautiful 3D butterfly. The making is child's play: You only need colorful paper, scissors, and glue. Cut out the templates, fold them like an accordion, and glue the parts together. This crafting idea is perfect for children aged 5-6 years and above.
Would you like to see the complete guide to creating a 3D butterfly? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step guide.
Crafting with Paper - A Boat with Oars
In this crafting with paper idea, we present you with a special origami boat. Out of the 5 different boat instructions on the portal, this model may not be the easiest, but it looks particularly realistic with its oars.
An important tip: Get some special origami paper for this origami project. It is thinner than regular paper, making it easier for kids to fold. Additionally, it is already cut into perfect squares.
Would you like to see the full instructions for the origami boat? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step guide with all the images.
Crafting with Paper - A Cool Paper Tank
Our final crafting with paper idea is a fascinating paper tank. For this project, you only need two things: a sheet of paper and a pen for decorating.
The folding is surprisingly easy! An interesting side note: Our video team folded a full tank army while practicing for this guide and couldn't part with them in the end. The tank is truly impressive, and we are sure that once you've folded it, you will be grateful to us!
Would you like to see the complete instructions for the paper tank? Here you will find the detailed step-by-step guide.
Conclusion: Creative Crafting for Every Taste
As you can see, there are endless possibilities for creative crafting with paper. Whether you are looking for a Christmas decoration, want to make a special gift, or simply feel like engaging in a creative activity, in our categories, you will definitely find the right guide.
Discover even more inspiration in our popular categories:
- Origami: Explore the art of Japanese paper folding
- Paper Flowers: Create enchanting blooms that never wilt
- Christmas Crafting: Festive decorations for the most wonderful time of the year
We wish you lots of fun crafting and look forward to seeing your creative works!