These Sweet Mother’s Day Crafts for Kindergarteners Will Melt Mom’s Heart
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Let's face it: The best gifts aren't those that cost a lot, but that are handmade with lots of love! No one understands this more than Mom, who has made it her mission to make everything with love throughout your childhood, whether that's food, decorations around the house, or a handmade clothing item. So why not give back to her this year by making her one of these heartfelt Mother's Day crafts for kindergarteners that are chock full of love and creative spirit? Here, you'll find lots of easy DIY gifts for moms that double as a fun Mother's Day activity. There are tons of handprint projects she'll look at with love each time she uses them, as well as colorful books and frames filled with memories between a Mom and her little love.
You'll also find creative DIY Mother's Day cards to fill with sweet messages of love and gratitude, personalized jewelry gifts, sweet treats, and much more. There are even a few gifts to help give Mom her most relaxing Mother's Day yet, like candles, bath salts, and bath bombs. So go ahead, choose one of these crafts and let your littles get to work. Because nothing says, "I love you, Mom," quite like a splash of color, a sprinkle of glitter, and a whole lot of heart! ❤️
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Fingerprint Butterfly Mug Painting
Give her something unique to her babies: a butterfly mug made entirely of fingerprints! All you need is a blank mug and acrylic paints to get creative with making beautiful butterflies with your own two hands.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Felt Flowers
The only thing better than a beautiful bouquet is one that lasts forever! This family-friendly project lets you personalize each blossom with your preferred felt hues and vibrant buttons, culminating in a delightful and everlasting floral arrangement!
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
DIY Heart Notebook
This adorable keepsake notebook will be the key to Mom's heart! The notebook comes together easily using the included printable heart template and construction paper. Once all the pages are tied together with a pretty bow, let the kids fill them with their drawings or sweet Mother's Day messages!
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
Painted Pot Holders
Every Mom could use an extra pot holder or two to help pick up all those hot handles. Make this practical present even better by choosing a pretty color palette and letting the kids paint plain pot holders with their favorite designs!
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Cupcake Paper Flowers
After baking her a batch of Mother's Day cupcakes, use the leftover liners to make her these pretty fake flowers! All you need is a hole punch, a couple of sizes and colors of cupcake wrappers, and a green pipe cleaner to serve as a stem.
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
Finger Print Flower Pot
They'll make Mom's day with a sweet fingerprint flower pot that can be made with supplies you probably have on hand. Add a pretty plant to complete this gift!
Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.
Button Flower Pins
Sift through your sewing supplies for colorful spare buttons to make Mom a flower that will last a lifetime. The only other things you'll need to complete this project are some felt, a pin, and a glue gun.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Printable Mother's Day Selfie Card
Say it with a selfie! These printable Mother's Day cards come with a cheeky message and a space for your little one to add a photo of themselves that Mom is sure to love.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Handprint Flower Bouquet
Mama (or Grandma) will cherish this bouquet of "flowers" even more than the real deal! Have your little ones stamp their hands on a piece of paper in their favorite colors and then paint the stems and bow.
Get the tutorial at Meaningful Mama.
Photo Holder for Mom
Your kiddo can help paint and piece together this colorful wooden photo holder that spells out Mom. Attach some family photos or cards to the bottom for an extra sweet gift.
Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.
'I Love You to Pieces' Frame
They'll show Mom just how much they love her with this wooden puzzle-themed frame complete with colorful puzzle pieces. Then use letter beads to spell out the words: "I love you to pieces."
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
'Plant the Seed of Love' Card
This one is for all the green thumb moms out there! Help your child create this sunflower Mother's Day card and then add in some flower seeds to keep the love growing.
Get the tutorial at The Resourceful Mama.
Mother's Day Flower Activity Printable
This project is equal parts easy and sentimental. Simply print out the flower and then have your child color in the petals and come up with heartfelt answers for the prompts.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Lavender Bath Bombs
They'll give Mom the gift of relaxation with these homemade bath bombs featuring a soothing lavender scent. They're easy and fun to make using mostly household items and a few drops of lavender essential oil.
Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.
Homemade Mother's Day Mugs
This cute custom mug is sure to become Mom's new go-to for her morning coffee or tea. Your little one can use glass or ceramic paint markers to draw their design right onto a blank white mug.
Get the tutorial at Meaningful Mama.
Marbed Shaving Cream Hearts
The kids will love experimenting with shaving cream and paint to create these pretty marbled hearts. They can gift it to Mom as is, or turn it into a Mother's Day card with a message on the back.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Photo Frames
Cover dollar store wooden frames with patterned craft paper and faux flowers to create this cute craft. Then add a photo of your child with a sweet message sharing one of their favorite things about Mom.
Get the tutorial at Meaningful Mama.
Handprint Heart Card
Here's another handprint craft that's sure to tug on Mom's heartstrings. Add as many hearts as you want in the middle and fill them with messages of love and gratitude.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Chocolate Flower Bouquet
If the way to Mom's heart is with chocolate, then this sweet bouquet must be the fast track! Have your kids craft colorful flowers out of cardstock and then glue on bite-size versions of her favorite sweets.
Get the tutorial at Meaningful Mama.
Bottle Cap Keychain
Turn a simple bottle cap into a gift that's equal parts useful and sentimental! Mom will think of her little one and smile every time she uses this keychain.
Get the tutorial at Artsy Fartsy Mama.
Mother's Day Coloring Cards
These printable Mother's Day coloring cards let little ones put their own special touch on a keepsake card. There are unlimited ways to customize them, too: Use crayons, glitter, stickers, paints, or other art supplies.
Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.
Mother's Day Flower Pot Card
Their tiny handprint is the heart of this cute flower card. Mom will love lifting up the flower pot to find a hidden message inside.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids.
Thumbprint Heart Necklaces
Crafted with polymer clay and Mom's favorite fingerprint, this heart-shaped necklace is sure to become her new go-to piece. Use any color string or chain to complete the craft.
Get the tutorial at That's What Che Said.
Washi Tape Candles
Upgrade Mom's self care routine with this cute candle project. Wrap any plain candles in colorful, patterned washi tape, then glue them to a box lid with a cute gift tag for the sweetest little display.
Get the tutorial at The Crafting Nook.
Homemade Bath Salts
Did you know you can make your own homemade bath salts using nothing but salt, essential oils, and soap colorant? Mom will be so excited to add these to her next bubble bath!
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
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