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50+ Cotton Ball Kids Craft Activities

December 1, 2021 by Shellie Wilson

 

Don’t throw out your cotton balls that have paint on them, instead dry them out and use them for adding texture and dimension to future crafts or art projects. Cotton balls make great eyes on simple projects as well as using them for textured flower buds or sticking them to collages.

All of these kid’s craft projects use Cotton balls as their main material. I love that you can go out and buy a huge bag of cotton balls and work them into over 50 different activities and crafts with the kids.

Glue, Paint, Paper are just a few extra things you may need to complete these projects. Pick a craft that suits your child’s current interests or perhaps something they are learning about in school, like trees or Japan and its cherry blossoms as an example.

I have included as many crafts as I could find on today’s search but if you find a project you think we should include making sure to pop a link in the comments below and we will update the list.

Cotton balls are a versatile and inexpensive craft material that can be used to create a wide variety of fun and engaging projects for kids. These crafts are perfect for children of all ages, and can be adapted to suit different skill levels.

From cotton ball snowmen to cotton ball bunnies, there is something for everyone in this roundup. We have included a variety of crafts that use different materials such as paper, glue, paint, and more. These crafts not only provide a fun and creative outlet for children, but they also help develop fine motor skills and creativity.

Also, keep in mind, making crafts with cotton balls is a great way to spend quality time with your kids, and these crafts are sure to bring a smile to their faces. So, gather your supplies, and get ready to make some fun and engaging cotton ball crafts with your kids. These crafts can be enjoyed by kids all year round, and not just limited to holiday season.

And now, on with the list… 

Preschool Cotton Ball Clouds Activity

Kid Craft: Cotton Ball Rainbow Art

Inuit & Igloo Crafts – The Pinterested Parent 

Paper Plate & Cotton Ball Igloo – Winter Kid Craft

Rainbow Cloud Craft 

Cotton Ball Rainbow Craft

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Paper Plate Rainbow Kid Craft

Ribbon Rainbows and Cotton Ball Clouds

Toilet Roll and Cotton ball Windsock Rainbow

Rain Cloud Gravity Painting for Kids –

Apple Tree Painting with Cotton Balls

Rainbow Cotton Ball Painting 

Cotton Ball Art Work — CraftBits.com

Gorgeous Cherry Blossom Painting with Cotton Balls

Cotton Ball Painting

Painting with Cotton Balls and Clothespins

Stormy Clouds Painting Activity.

Splat Painting: Easy and Fun Action Art for Children

Cotton Ball Heart Painting •

Craft Pom Poms Stamping/Painting

Cotton Ball Snowman Activity Excellent for Kids 

Cotton Ball Autumn Tree Craft 

Cut and Paste Rocket! – No Time For Flash Cards

Cotton Ball Snowman Craft – Housing a Forest

Adorable Paper Plate crafts ~ Cotton Ball Pig 

“Snowy” Day Number Formation –

Cotton Ball Flower Painting for Spring 

Frozen Inspired Olaf Snowman Kids Activity – JESSIKA REED 

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How to Create Cotton Ball Snowball Names 

Paper Plate Sheep Mask for Kids – Danya Banya

EASY Tooth Craft for Preschoolers 

Paper Plate Oyster

Uncle Sam Door Hanger – Fourth of July Crafts for Kids

Unique Cotton Ball Unicorn Cupcake Craft Idea For Kids

Cotton Ball Popcorn – Kid Craft Idea & Free Printable

2 Crafts In One… – No Time For Flash Cards

Handprint Campfire Keepsake On Paper – Summer Kid Craft

Making A Santa Beard

Cotton Ball Penguin Cotton Ball Penguin Craft [Free Penguin Printable]

Cardboard Sheep Craft

Cotton Ball Ice Cream Craft 

Preschool Letter B Craft: B is for Bunny (Great for Easter too!)

Chick & Lamb Easter Craft 

Paper Loop Lamb – craft

Cotton Ball Container Bunny — CraftBits.com

As someone who ran craft classes for children out of a craft store many years ago, I am a big advocate of crafting for little hands. Seeing the children’s creativity and imagination come to life was truly inspiring, and it was amazing to see the joy on their faces when they completed their projects.

One of the reasons why crafting is so important for children is that it allows them to explore and express their creativity in a way that is both fun and educational. By working with different materials and tools, children can experiment with different textures, colors, and shapes, which can help to stimulate their senses and develop their artistic abilities.

Another reason why crafting is so important for children is that it helps to build their confidence and self-esteem. Many children may not believe that they are capable of creating something on their own, but through crafting, they can see the tangible results of their hard work and perseverance. This can help to boost their self-confidence and make them feel proud of their accomplishments.

In my experience running craft classes for children, I saw firsthand how much children can benefit from crafting. We were booked solid for months with over 40 kids (classes of 10) every Saturday, and the children’s enthusiasm and creativity never waned. It was truly a joy to watch these little hands create beautiful works of art and learn valuable skills that they could carry with them for the rest of their lives.

 

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