Autumn Crafts with Children – Creative Ideas for All Ages

Autumn is one of the cosiest and most colourful seasons of the year, making it the perfect time to enjoy autumn crafts together. And let's be honest, what could be better than a rainy afternoon filled with creativity? With autumn leaves, twigs, conkers and acorns, you can create beautiful decorations and discover endless autumn craft ideas right at the kitchen table.

On this page you'll find plenty of inspiration, fun blog posts and craft kits full of autumn craft activities for children of all ages. Whether you're looking for autumn crafts easy enough for toddlers or more creative projects for older children, there's always something fun to make.

Whether you're crafting at home, planning autumn themed activities or organising an autumn activity for preschool, spending time together while creating something special is what autumn is all about.

Even during the autumn holidays, crafting is one of the most enjoyable activities for children! Especially on a rainy day, these are perfect indoor activities that keep children happily occupied while creating something beautiful. Whether you're looking for inspiration for home, the classroom or a childcare setting, these fun autumn craft ideas will show just how versatile autumn crafts for kids can be!

Make a cute fox from a toilet roll

Did you know you can turn a simple toilet roll and a few sheets of paper into an adorable autumn fox? It's one of our favourite autumn crafts for children and a brilliant way to enjoy autumn craft activities together. Easy to make, fun for all ages and perfect if you're looking for autumn crafts easy, autumn crafts for preschoolers or creative autumn craft ideas for a cosy afternoon at home.

Materials:

  • An empty toilet roll
  • Orange and white paper
  • Scissors and glue
  • Optional: googly eyes or a black marker

How to make it:

  1. Wrap the toilet roll in orange paper.
  2. Cut a heart shape from white paper for the belly and stick it on the front.
  3. Cut a tail from orange paper, add a white tip, and glue it to the back.
  4. Add eyes using black paper or googly eyes.

Want a step-by-step guide? Check out the full tutorial here.

Creative Autumn Fun with Little Creations

Want to enjoy autumn crafts with children without having to gather all the supplies yourself? Little Creations' craft kits include everything you need in one box, complete with all materials and easy-to-follow photo instructions, so your child can start creating straight away.

Crafting together is about so much more than making something beautiful. It encourages creativity, develops fine motor skills and creates precious moments together as children explore the changing seasons. Whether you're looking for autumn childrens crafts, fun autumn crafts for preschoolers or simple autumn craft ideas for a cosy afternoon at home, our complete kits make every creative moment easy and inspiring.

For even more autumn fun, head outside and collect leaves, pinecones and other natural treasures. Then use them for crafting with leaves, crafting with pinecones, autumn leaf crafts or your own unique autumn leaves craft. Even the simplest nature finds can become wonderful keepsakes and lasting family memories.

Explore our themed autumn craft boxes below.

A true autumn favourite is our Enchanted Forest Craft Kit! With no fewer than seven creative activities, children can create their very own magical world filled with gnomes, toadstool houses, enchanted trees and a golden door. Step by step, a whimsical fantasy scene comes to life, giving children not only hours of crafting fun but also a magical world to explore and play with once they've finished creating.

Crafting with Leaves: Make a Cute Hedgehog!


How fun is it to make your own hedgehog using real autumn leaves? This adorable hedgehog craft is perfect for autumn crafting with children and even more enjoyable because you can start by heading outdoors together to collect colourful leaves. Once you've gathered your favourites, it's time to cut, stick and create your very own cheerful hedgehog!

You'll need:

Autumn leaves, black card or paper, a googly eye, a marker pen and glue.

How to make it:

  1. Cut the hedgehog's body from black paper. You can draw the shape yourself or use a template.
  2. Stick the autumn leaves to the back of the body to create the hedgehog's spines. Mix different shapes and colours for an even more colourful result.
  3. Add the googly eye and use a marker to draw a little nose and smile.

And that's it! A simple and fun project that's perfect for crafting with leaves, autumn leaf crafts, fall crafts leaves and cosy autumn afternoons with the family.

For a clear step-by-step guide, you can view the full tutorial here.

Halloween Crafts for Kids: Make a Balloon Spider

Ready to bring a little Halloween magic into your home? This balloon spider is a fun and easy project that’s perfect for Halloween crafts for kids and a brilliant activity for a cosy autumn afternoon.

With just a few simple materials, you can create a big spooky spider that makes a great Halloween decoration for the house. It’s simple, playful and ideal if you’re looking for autumn crafts, autumn craft activities or easy fall crafts and activities for children.

Materials:

  • A bin bag
  • Two black ballons
  • Sticky tape

How to make it:

  1. Cut 8 long strips from the bin bag. These will become the spider’s legs.
  2. Blow up two black balloons. Make one slightly larger for the body and one a little smaller for the head.
  3. Stick the 8 strips between or behind the balloons to create the spider’s legs.
  4. Attach the spider to a corner of the wall with sticky tape, so it looks like it’s really sitting there.

For a clear step-by-step guide, you can view the full tutorial here.

Stap in de Griezelbus deze Halloween!

Op zoek naar een leuke activiteit voor Halloween knutselen met kinderen? Dan is onze Halloween Griezelbus een echte aanrader! Met dit spannende knutselpakket maken kinderen hun eigen griezelige bus vol spookjes, engerd en een mysterieuze chauffeur!

Extr leuk: Deze Griezelbus licht op in het donker dankzij de glow in the dark-materialen. Zo wordt jouw creatie nog spannender als het licht uitgaat!

Tijdens het knutselen leren kinderen verschillende technieken zoals knippen, plakken en vormen. Niet voor niets is de Griezelbos één van onze favorieten knutselpakketten voor Halloween knutselen en in knutselen in de herfst!

Here's what our customers think!

Autumn activity

I loved seeing my 5-year-old daughter and her 12-year-old cousin crafting together with the same kit. My daughter needed a bit of help, but it was such a fun activity for the autumn holidays.

Paula van der Zeeuw

Lovely and nice!

My 3½-year-old son and I absolutely love making the Little Creations craft kits together. It's such a lovely activity to share. The kits come with everything you need, which is really convenient, and there's no leftover craft supplies sitting around afterwards that you don't know what to do with.

Bonny Tan-Zwartveld

Fairytale forest

Another fantastic box! Everything you need is included, and the numbered bags make it really easy to follow along. I made it together with my grandchildren as a fun introduction before our trip to Efteling, and we all thoroughly enjoyed it.

Marja Casander

Super fun crafting boxes

Even though I purchased the craft kits myself, I was genuinely impressed by the contents. Everything is thoughtfully put together and it's a fantastic activity for both children and adults. Relaxing, enjoyable and a great way to create something you can be proud of together. Highly recommended!

Marjon ten Barge-kuenen

Gnome party!

My granddaughters were so excited when I showed them the box. We've decided to work on two parts together every Thursday when they're with me, which means we'll have the gnome project completed by the end of the month. It's such a lovely way to spend time together and something we can all look forward to each week.

Joke Hoogendoorn

Super product

We made the Enchanted Forest kit with my grandchildren and absolutely loved it. Everything was included in the box, so we only needed scissors and a table cover. The instructions were excellent and very easy to follow. Such a wonderful activity to do together. I'm officially hooked on crafting now!

Irene Perier

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