Paper Plate Craft Ideas From Glued To My Crafts

It’s amazing what you can craft up with paper plates! There are over 100 incredible paper plate kid crafts on our site, complete with instructions and tips!

Our most popular post from this category is our Paper Plate Monster tutorial.

Paper Plate Graduation Photo Frame for Kids

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Celebrate your little grad’s big accomplishment with this fun and easy paper plate graduation photo frame craft! This craft isn’t just about the final result; the process itself is a joy for kids. They get to flex their creative muscles, play with colors, and proudly display their work when it’s done. Plus, by turning simple […]

Paper Plate Lily Pad w/Handprint Frog Craft Idea

Get ready to create some creative fun! Enter into a world of imaginative play that both you and your child will enjoy – making a paper plate lily pad with handprint frog. Lily Pad Paper Plate Craft Craft up some fun this spring time with today’s water lily made from a paper plate, craft idea […]

Paper Plate Hatching Baby Chick Craft

Easter is coming soon! Here’s a fun and easy paper plate hatching baby chick craft that kids of all ages will enjoy making! Hatching Baby Chick Paper Plate Craft Hi my crafty friends! Today’s kid friendly craft idea is all about fresh starts and bringing new life into our homes, as we welcome spring in as […]

Paper Plate & Cotton Ball Rainbow Cloud Craft Idea

This super easy and colorful paper plate rainbow cloud art project idea is perfect for a spring craft idea on a rainy day! Paper Plate Rainbow Cloud Spring time is notoriously known for rain. But what makes the cloudy weather worth it in the end? A beautiful rainbow – of course! With just a little crafty […]

Paper Plate Porcupine Craft Idea For Kids

Let your little ones give their imaginations a spiky, creative run with this fun paper plate porcupine craft! Just grab a few paper plates and get crafting with the kids—they’ll have a blast making something they can call their own. Porcupine Paper Plate Craft Hi friends! Inspired by a recent children’s book purchase at our […]

Paper Plate Elephant Craft Idea For Kids

This is a great kid craft idea that is perfect for a rainy day. It’s easy to do and kids of all ages will enjoy it. Plus, you can use the finished product for pretend playtime. Let’s get started! Gray Elephant Paper Plate Craft Idea For Kids Hi friends! Today’s elephant craft made from a […]

Paper Plate Ninja Turtle Craft Idea

Craving a creative weekend project? Transform ordinary paper plates into your favorite teenage mutant ninja turtle! Get the kids involved and let your imaginations run wild! Calling all parents and kids! Get ready to put on your ninja masks and channel your inner turtle hero with this easy and fun paper plate craft idea. Unleash […]

Paper Plate Banjo – Pretend Instrument Craft Idea

Pretend Banjo Made From A Paper Plate Crafting inspiration can hit ANYTIME and ANYWHERE for me. Take for example, today’s Paper Plate Banjo craft that was inspired by a basic wavy craft stick. Yes – an inexpensive wooden craft stick I had in my stash inspired me to make a banjo. Random huh? It ALL […]

Paper Plate Flag Craft Idea

Show your creative side and get the kiddos involved in making this adorable paper plate flag craft idea! It’s the perfect way to show off your patriotism, plus have some fun with the family. Flag Craft Idea Made From A Paper Plate Hi friends! Continuing on with the patriotic theme around here on Glued To […]

Paper Plate Palm Tree Craft

Bring the beach to you and have a blast with your kiddos by trying out this fun paper plate palm tree craft idea! Palm Tree Craft Idea For Kids I’m super super excited to be sharing this really easy and inexpensive Paper Plate Palm Tree craft tutorial with you all today. This summer themed craft […]

Cupcake Liner St. Patrick’s Day Wreath Craft

Get creative this St. Patrick’s Day with a fun cupcake liner & paper plate St. Patrick’s Day wreath craft! We will show you how easy it is AND provide you with a free clover printable to get started even faster! When the festive bug bites and the month of the leprechauns is upon us, what […]

Paper Plate Love Plant Craft Idea For Valentine’s Day

Perfectly designed in the shape of a flower, all using common materials around the home like paper plates, cardstock and heart shaped paper doilies; This is an easy yet effective project made especially for Valentine’s Day. The best part is it won’t take long either! So read on and let’s get crafting today! Valentine’s Day […]

Paper Plate Hershey Kiss Craft

Hi friends! It’s time to add another Valentine’s Day themed kids craft to the Glued To My Crafts blog archives and this one is in honor of the famous melt in your mouth “kiss.” I call today’s post Paper Plate Hershey Kiss and it’s just as easy as ALL our kid friendly craft tutorials. Chocolate […]

Paper Plate Valentine Fox Craft Idea

Get crafty with the kiddos this Valentine’s Day! Let them show off their creativity with this fun paper plate red fox craft – a perfect way to create sweet memories together! Looking for a fun and easy Valentine’s Day craft to enjoy with your kids? This Paper Plate Valentine Fox Craft is the perfect blend of creativity […]

Paint Splat Valentine’s Day Flower Craft Idea

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to share love and create sweet memories with the little ones in your life. What better way to do that than with a fun, hands-on craft? If you are looking for an activity that is simple, full of heart, and results in a beautiful keepsake, you’ve found it. This […]

Paper Plate & Paint Splat Airplane Craft

We have the perfect airplane craft activity that’s sure to be a hit with even the littlest of aviators in your home! Paper Plate Plane Craft Are you looking for a fun and creative craft idea to do with your little ones? If so, let the Paper Plate & Paint Splat Airplane craft be your […]

Paper Plate Christmas Ornament Craft

These easy paper plate ornaments are perfect for kids of all ages! They’re festive, colorful, and best of all – they’re cheap and easy to make. Decorative swag & holiday cheer – that’s what today’s post is all about! As you know, a Christmas tree is just not a Christmas tree without some beautiful ornaments […]

Paper Plate Shark Craft Idea For Kids

Are you looking for a super fun arts and crafts project to tackle with your kids? Then get ready to create, because today I’m going to show you how to make an awesome paper plate shark craft – just in time for Shark Week! Get ready to dive into a sea of creativity with this Paper […]

Paper Plate Polar Bear Craft Idea For Winter

This paper plate craft is great for kids to make during the winter months. It also goes well along with a fun book about polar bears! Cotton Ball Polar Bear Craft Brrrr it’s cold outside! Are you staying warm indoors? Although winter is not my favorite season – it’s a great time to do crafts. […]

Paper Plate Turkey w/Handprint Feathers Craft Idea

Celebrate the Thanksgiving season with today’s SUPER EASY Paper Plate Turkey kid craft idea! We even included paper handprint “feather” cutouts to give him that custom look on the big day! Keep scrolling for the full how-to from your crafty experts at Glued To My Crafts! Turkey Craft Idea w/Handprint Feathers On A Paper Plate […]