14 Crafts for Toddlers That Are Beautiful Enough to Keep

Crafts for toddlers, all too often, don’t amount to much more than doodles, cereal jewelry, trinkets, and stuff doused in glitter. I am all for creating art and crafting, but let’s be honest: A lot of these toddler crafts aren’t worth saving (there’s just no space!). And, even worse, the papers and other projects pile up like crazy.

So I’ve been on a mission to find new crafts for toddlers — projects that are actually worth keeping. And I’ve been amazed by what I’ve discovered. Here, I’ve rounded up some crafts for toddlers that double as wall decor, decorative objects, and more. You will love these ideas, and your toddlers will love them even more.

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Crafts for Toddlers That Are Beautiful Enough To Keep

Fingerprint Dandelion Painting

First, the dandelion shape is sweet and unique. Second, the dots are fingerprint dots! I love when the project captures parts of my children because they grow so fast.

Tutorial & image: Crafty Morning
Egg Carton Art

Three-dimensional art is an interesting addition to any gallery wall. I love the simplicity of the egg carton shapes (no fussy stuff), plus it's so cheerful.

Tutorial & image: Mod Podge Rocks
Cereal Box Cardboard Magnetic Frame

Dress up the photos and pictures on the fridge with these cardboard frames. Only cardboard (cereal boxes!), markers, and magnets are needed.

Tutorial & image: this heart of mine
Mason Jar Lanterns

This project is so easy, and no one has to follow any "rules." Make a bunch, string them up, and bring on the summer evenings.

Tutorial & image: Suburble
Prism Candlelight Jar

I adore this. Help them brush the glue onto the jar, then let your toddler's little hands get a fine motor workout adding the glass beads to it. When the project's all finished, everyone can enjoy the lovely light.

Tutorial & image: DIY Ready
Nail Polish Planters

This project needs a little more "adulting," but everyone will love how they turn out. Watering plants in pretty pots is so much more fun than watering plants in plain pots.

Tutorial & image: Hello Glow
Painted Poppy Coffee Filters

I love coffee filter flowers (see how to make your own coffee filter flower crown here). They are simple and cheap, and just about everyone can make them.

Tutorial & image: Happy Hooligans
Painted Pillows

More pillows is always the answer. Think how homey the couch will be with these colorful throw pillows.

Tutorial & image: Meri Cherry
Scribble Initial Tee

And they say scribbling isn't good. Guess they haven't seen this shirt.

Tutorial & image: Aesthetic Nest
Tissue Paper Canvas Art

This is probably one of my favorite projects ever. The color and the texture are divine. Plus, the process is really fun for little artists. The bold color and the abstract look makes it perfect for the wall.

Tutorial & image: Fiskars
Confetti Bowl

This project requires hands-on work with an adult, but children are excellent confetti sprinklers. And the result is bold and awesome.

Tutorial & image: DIY Ready
Jackson Pollack Murals

Who needs an exorbitant original when your little one can be the artist and the result is worthy of its own gallery showing? With this project, you and yours will be well on your way to creating a masterpiece.

Tutorial & image: Meri Cherry
Canvas Letter Art

Everyone loves their initial, and this kind of art really personalizes a space (like a bedroom!). This project doesn't have a lot confines; the design is subjective, which makes it ideal for budding artists.

Tutorial & image: Homemade Ginger
Biscuit Cutter Bird Feeders

Get the little biddies in the kitchen to mix up and cut out cute-shaped food for the birds. Then break out the binoculars.

Tutorial & image: Messy Little Monster