Keeping kids busy and entertained can be hectic sometimes.
They get bored fast and want a variety of activities to keep them busy.
To a large extent, the weather dictates the activities to plan for children.
Sometimes, it’s either too hot, too cold, or raining and all of a sudden, your outdoor activity plans get shelved.
You can use your Cricut to make crafts that engage the kids, whatever your situation.
Depending on their age, you may also make the crafts for them to use.
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Cricut kid craft ideas
- Felt play food
- Toy organizer
- Coffee mug for teachers
- Candy jar
- Garden seed pops
- DIY stacked books
- Paper peony flower frame
- Wall calendar and planners
- Candy box
- Glitter ornaments
- Mickey Mouse buffalo check centerpiece
Is Cricut kid friendly?
Kids using Cricut should always be supervised by an adult (hopefully an adult that knows how to use a Cricut machine, lol). A 9-year-old, 10-year-old, or 11-year-old can use it with some help and guidance.
What age is Cricut good for?
Cricut is good for any age.
Like I mentioned above, kids younger than 13 should have an adult help them.
If you have a teenager, then they should be able to use the machine by themselves.
But, as with any activity, you’re the best judge of your own child’s capabilities.
Which Cricut is good for beginners?
Cricut has a wide selection of cutting machines and most of them are good for beginners.
Try the Cricut Joy machine if you’re looking for something ultra simple. It’s small, lightweight, and easy to pack away.
Kid friendly projects
Here are some Cricut kid craft ideas to try.
1. If you’re looking for a low-cost gift to keep your toddler busy, consider making play foods. This tutorial teaches how to make a cookie and some sandwich ingredients.
2. If the playroom in your house is a mess, you can use the Cricut to restore order. Make some labels for your storage boxes so that everything is always returned where it should be. Check out the label tutorial here. It is best to involve the kids so they are more intentional with keeping the room organized.
3. Are you looking for some awesome back-to-school project ideas? Check this out and turn some plain items into cute things. Your kids will enjoy picking what they love and going with them to school.
4. DIY Valentine’s gifts are an inexpensive yet beautiful way to show your love to your family. Check out these easy-to-make Valentine’s jars. You can then fill the jars with contents that each member prefers.
5. Gardening is a great way to keep kids busy and learning. These seed pops, and garden tags will make your work effortless in this activity. The seed pops allow the kids to help with planting, and you can always tell where they did it. The tags help them know what to plant in each section.
6. If you’re looking to add some life to your bookshelf, involve your kids in making these stacked books. It’s a fun activity, and the result is pretty cute.
7. If you love flowers, you will love this peony décor piece. The kids will enjoy putting it together for you.
8. It’s always a good idea to redecorate your homeschooling room every new school year or semester. You can also personalize your kids’ clothes to prepare them for school. Check this out for some creative ideas.
9. Your Christmas candy doesn’t have to stay in a boring container. Check out these cute star candy boxes that are fun to make. You can also use them as Christmas gift boxes.
10. Glitter ornaments always add some sparkle to any Christmas décor. Learn how to add the extra Christmas cheer here. You can involve the kids during the process and let them hang the done ornaments on the Christmas tree.
11. If you prefer more laid-back Christmas décor, buffalo plaid pieces are a good choice. This Mickey Mouse centerpiece is easy to make, and you can cut it with scissors, which involves the kids more.
What to do with kids indoors
With these ideas, your kids will have a good amount of work to do while indoors.
You can also use the activities to teach new concepts. Happy crafting!
