20+ Creative Grandparents’ Day Crafts for Children

Grandparents’ day crafts for preschoolers make for great projects for the kids to create for their beloved grandparents! 👵👴 Watching grandparents bond with their grandchildren is simply a treat to watch! 💖 Won’t you agree? This special occasion is the perfect time to explore some delightful grandparents day art activities. Bring both the generations together with these creative and easy-to-make crafts for Grandparents’ Day that will surely leave lasting memories. 🌟📸

DIY Grandparents’ Day Crafts For Kids

Scroll down to get some inspiring ideas on grandparents day crafts for toddlers and preschoolers.

1. Handmade Card for Grandparents’ Day

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This simple and cute DIY handmade card for grandparents is just perfect for the occasion! Your little one can choose to surprise his grandparents with this cute little card, which they would cherish forever!

Materials Needed 

• Plain white card paper
• Paint
• Paintbrushes
• Pencil
• Eraser
• Colour pens

Instructions

1. Get a plain white card paper and draw an image of your choice. Here we recommend drawing beautiful flowers like roses or lilies. Maybe, you can draw something, if your child is too young to draw something.
2. Next, use bright colours to paint the flowers, stems, and leaves using the paintbrush, and let it dry.
3. Once this is dry write a cute little message on the card for the grandparents using the colour pens, your beautiful card is ready!

2. Cute Little Clay Photo Frames

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These DIY clay photo frames make an excellent gift for grandparents’ day! You can also use it for other special occasions or gifting purposes. Here, we have recommended a magnet, but you can also add a stand and place it on your study table.

Materials Needed

• Air-hardening clay in any colour
• Decorative gems
• Photograph
• Card
• Glue
• Double-sided tape
• Magnet

Instructions

1. Take the clay and roll it out into the shape of the photo frame you would like to make. Kids love to roll the clay so you can let them roll it easily into a flat even shape and then use a ruler if you want to make a square or rectangle-shaped photo frame. For a round shape, you can use a cookie cutter to get the perfect shape.
2. After you make the desired shape, make a hole in the centre that is a little smaller than the size of your photograph.
3. With the clay tool or an old pen write your name at the bottom of the clay and affix the decorative stones and gems onto the sides of the clay. Let it harden for a day.
4. Affix your photograph at the back of the dried clay photo frame with the help of the double-sided tape.
5. Measure and cut a piece of the card paper and attach it at the back of the double-sided tape. Now, use the glue to stick the magnet on the card paper, and the frame is ready!

3. Family Tree Craft Idea

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This family tree would serve as an excellent gift on the occasion of grandparents’ day!

Materials Needed

• White card paper
• Brown paint
• Paintbrushes
• Pencil
• Eraser
• Colour pens
• Glue
• Green and yellow colour chart paper

Instructions

1. Draw a large tree with branches on white paper using a pencil. The number of branches should be equal to the number of family members.
2. Now, let the kids paint the branches and truck using brown paint.
3. Cut out lots of leaves from the green and yellow chart paper, and on each leaf, draw a member of your family.
4. Finally, glue the leaves to the tree branches, and the family tree is ready.

4. Family Collage cum Bulletin Board

This family bulletin board is a simple craft but makes for a cute grandparents’ day craft activity.

Materials Needed

• Cork notice board
• Poster colours
• Colour pens
• Glue
• An assortment of old photographs

Instructions

1. Use the poster colours to paint the cork noticeboard. Let the kids get creative with this one and paint tiny flowers or a  simple background on the notice board. Leave some space to write cute messages here and there on the collage.
2. Now, help the kids glue the photographs randomly on the bulletin board, carefully avoiding the flowers and leaves.
3. Once the pictures are dry, the kids can write some cute messages or merely describe something about the grandparents and the photographs affixed on the board.

5. Handprint Painting

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A cute keepsake gift for your little one’s grandparents, the handprint painting is a cool and fun DIY that your kids are going to enjoy.

Materials Needed 

• Plain white card paper
• Brown paint
• Colourful stickers in the shape of leaves

Instructions

1. Get a plain white card paper ready. Now, comes the fun part, get the kids and cover their palms and wrists with brown paint.
2. Stamp firmly onto the paper with the fingers wide open to create the shape of branches of a tree. Let it dry.
3. Once it is dry, let the kids affix the colourful stickers like the leaves, flowers, and fruits onto the tree branches.
4. You may choose to frame this painting and gift it to the grandparents.

6. Footprint Magnet DIY!

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Simply adorable, these DIY footprint magnets would serve as the perfect gift for grandparents. It’s an enjoyable project to do with your child, and you can change the words on it according to the occasion!

Materials Needed 

• Cardboard
• Chart paper
• Glue
• Self-adhesive magnets
• Pencil
• Colour pens
• Scissors
• Magnet

Instructions 

1. Use a pencil to trace the tiny footprints of your little one onto the cardboard.
2. Cut out the cardboard in the shape of the footprint and use it to trace the footprint on the chart paper.
3. Cut out the chart paper and use glue to stick it onto the cardboard.
4. Use colour pens to write a cute message on the chart paper. If you like, you can decorate it, as well.
5. Now, apply a magnet to the back of the footprints, and it’s ready!

7. Grandparents’ Day Poem

This one is perfect for kids who love to read or write poems. You can help them formulate cute sentences or messages in the form of a poem or simply get a meaningful poem from the internet.

Materials Needed

• Plain white card paper
• Colour pens
• Photograph
• Paint
• Paintbrush

Instructions 

1. Get a plain white card paper and affix a photograph, probably one of your kids with their grandparents or a family photo.
2. Now, ask the kids to write a poem below the photograph using colour pens.
3. Once the poem is done, ask the kids to paint in the background to decorate it, and once the paint dries, your gift is ready.

8. Paper Plate Memento for Grandparents’ Day

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This is an excellent craft idea for toddlers and preschoolers. You may need to help them a bit with cutting the ribbon and helping them write a message neatly.

Materials Needed

• Paper plate
• Yellow paint
• Paintbrush
• Marker
• Scissors
• Hole punch machine
• Ribbons or red construction paper
• Decorations – pom poms, glitter glue, stickers, etc.

Instructions 

1. Let the kids paint the paper plate using the yellow paint and let it dry.
2. Once the paint has dried, write grandma/grandpa in the centre of the paper plate.
3. Next, affix the stickers around the name, preferably things that the grandparents like, something related to their hobbies, interests, favourite food items, etc.
4. Cut out a pair of ribbons from the construction paper using a scissor. If you’re using a ribbon, just cut it into two uneven sizes.
5. Now, glue them onto the back of the paper plate, and the gift is ready!

9. DIY Handprint Flower Pot

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This is a perfect gift for grandparents who love to plant trees and flowers or enjoy spending their time in the garden.

Materials Needed

• Terracotta pot
• Acrylic colour paints
• White spray paint
• Paintbrushes
• Varnish

Instructions

1. Clean the pot thoroughly so that there is no dirt or soil on it.
2. Next, lightly spray paint the white paint onto the pot. You can do the spray painting as it will be difficult for the kids to apply the right amount of pressure.
3. Once the pot is dry, cover your kid’s tiny palm with paint and firmly stamp it onto the pot. Make two-three impressions depending on the size of the pot.
4. The kids can add some more decorations like painting colourful dots on the brim, and you can write your little one’s name on the pot too.
5. Once the paint dries, your pot is ready to be gifted.

10. DIY Rock Photo Holders!

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This one is incredibly easy and absolutely adorable. A beautiful gift that your kid’s grandparents will cherish for life.

Materials Needed

• Smooth flat river rocks
• Acrylic paint
• Paintbrush
• Copper wire
• Needle nose pliers
• Mod-Podge

Instructions 

1. Get the kids to paint the rocks in beautiful bright colours and let them dry. Once dry, they can use tiny brushes to make some dots or designs on the rocks.
2. Once it is completely dry, apply a layer of mod-podge to protect the paint from getting scratched.
3. Next, take a copper wire and wrap it a few times around a pen or a marker and straighten out the wire beneath the loop you created.
4. Wrap the copper wire a few times around the rock.
5. And that’s it! It’s ready now you can simply stick photos in between the loops!

11. Clay Figure

This could be a fun activity for your child, and the grandparents are bound to love it too! Nothing is more personal than making something for someone you love. No matter what your child makes, it will be special to their grandparents!  

Materials Needed

• Non-toxic clay 
• Clay shaping tools  
• Glitter and other powdered colours 

Instructions 

1. Give your child an array of coloured clays.  
2. You can show them a picture or video of clay modelling and help them out if needed. 
3. Make use of clay shaping tools which are child-safe.  
4. Once your figurine is ready, you can decorate it with glitter or other powdered colours.  

12. DIY Mud Pot

This will allow your child’s creative side to shine and be the perfect gift for their grandparents. You can either get a potted plant or an empty pot and allow your child to paint on it under your supervision. If the paint is non-toxic, let them paint with their fingers! 

Materials Needed

• Non-toxic and water-proof paint 
• Paintbrushes 
• Tissues 
• Water 
• Bowls 
• Plastic or mud pot 

Instructions

1. Buy a new plastic or mud pot and clean it with a disinfectant wipe. 
2. Give your child paintbrushes, water-proof paint and water. 
3. Allow your child’s creativity to flow. Once your child has painted the pot, leave it out to dry for a few days. 
4. You can then proceed to either add the plant to it or gift it just as it is.  

13. Beaded Bracelet for Grandma and Grandpa

These beaded bracelets can serve as a heartfelt gift, made with love by your child for their beloved grandparents. Each bead can signify the beautiful memories and the bond they share.

Materials Needed

• String or elastic cord
• Multicolored beads
• Lettered beads (optional, to spell out “Grandma” or “Grandpa”)
• Scissors

Instructions

1. Measure the string around your child’s wrist to ensure it’s not too long or too short. It’s always better to have a little extra length.
2. Allow your child to thread the beads onto the string in any pattern they like. They can use lettered beads to spell out “Grandma” or “Grandpa”.
3. After finalizing the design, knot the bracelet’s end to hold the beads firmly.
4. Cut off any excess string, and the bracelet is ready to be gifted!

14. Handmade Floral Bookmarks

Craft a set of beautiful bookmarks using pressed flowers and leaves. Kids can forage in the backyard with their grandparents to collect various flower petals, leaves, and small foliage. These can be pressed and placed between laminating sheets to create stunning bookmarks that grandparents can use in their favorite books.

Materials Needed

• Pressed flowers
• Laminating sheets
• Scissors
• Hole punch
• Ribbon

Instructions

1. Arrange the pressed flowers and leaves on one laminating sheet.
2. Place another laminating sheet on top and carefully seal them together.
3. Cut the sheet into bookmark-sized strips.
4. Punch a hole at the top and tie a ribbon through it for a finishing touch.

15. Handprint Apron

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Turn a plain apron into a cherished keepsake by decorating it with handprints and personalized messages. This is perfect for grandparents who love to cook or garden.

Materials Needed

• Plain apron
• Fabric paint
• Fabric markers

Instructions

1. Spread the apron on a flat surface.
2. Have the kids dip their hands in fabric paint and press them onto the apron.
3. Once dry, use fabric markers to write cute messages or the kids’ names next to the handprints.

16. Family Time Capsule

Create a family time capsule that can be opened on the next Grandparents’ Day. This is a fun and meaningful activity that involves collecting small mementos, letters, and photographs.

Materials Needed

• A small box or container
• Paper
• Photos
• Small items

Instructions

1. Gather small mementos like family photos, letters, or tiny toys.
2. Place all items into the container.
3. Seal the container and decorate the outside.
4. Decide on a future date to open the time capsule together.

17. Painted Rock Garden Markers

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For grandparents who love gardening, painted rock garden markers can be a great gift. Kids can paint flat rocks with the names of herbs, flowers, or vegetables and place them in their grandparents’ garden.

Materials Needed

• Flat rocks
• Acrylic paint
• Paintbrushes
• Clear varnish

Instructions

1. Clean the rocks and let them dry.
2. Paint the rocks with bright colors and write the names of plants on them.
3. Seal the paint with clear varnish and let it dry completely.

18. Paper Flower Photo Frame

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Combine a love for photos with a fun craft by making a paper flower photo frame. This easy project allows kids to create a colorful frame that holds a cherished family photo.

Materials Needed

• Cardboard
• Colored paper
• Scissors
• Glue
• A photograph

Instructions

1. Cut out a frame shape from the cardboard.
2. Create flowers by cutting and folding colored paper.
3. Glue the paper flowers around the frame.
4. Place a photo in the frame, and it’s ready to display.

19. DIY Polymer Clay Tray

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Create a small tray from polymer clay that can be used by grandparents to hold keys, jewelry, or other small items. This project is both functional and decorative.

Materials Needed

• Polymer clay
• Rolling pin
• Butter knife
• Oven

Instructions

1. Roll out the clay and cut it into the desired shape.
2. Mold the edges to create a shallow tray.
3. Bake according to the clay’s instructions and let it cool before gifting.

20. Blowing a Kiss Card

This adorable card features a handprint that represents blowing a kiss. It’s a simple, heartfelt craft that kids can make with minimal materials.

Materials Needed

• Construction paper
• Scissors
• Glue
• Markers

Instructions

1. Trace and cut out the child’s handprint on construction paper.
2. Fold the fingers down except for the thumb and index finger to create a “blowing kiss” gesture.
3. Attach the handprint to a card and write a message.

21. Grandparents’ Day Puzzle Art

Create a personalized puzzle using a family photo or a drawing made by the kids. This craft is not only fun to make but also offers an interactive gift that grandparents will enjoy putting together.

Materials Needed

• A printed photo or drawing
• Cardboard or thick cardstock
• Scissors
• Glue
• Puzzle template or pencil to draw puzzle pieces

Instructions

1. Glue the photo or drawing onto the cardboard or thick cardstock.
2. Let it dry completely.
3. Use a puzzle template or freehand draw puzzle shapes on the back of the cardboard.
4. Carefully cut out the puzzle pieces.
5. Place the pieces in a decorated box or envelope for gifting.

FAQs

1. What are some fun Grandparents Day games to play at home?

To make the day extra special, you can organize simple games like a “Grandparents Trivia,” where family members answer questions about their grandparents’ lives. Another idea is a “Memory Scavenger Hunt,” where kids find items around the house that remind them of special moments with their grandparents.

2. What are some engaging craft activities for a Grandparents Day school event?

During a Grandparents Day event at school, students can engage in group crafts like creating a large family tree mural, where each child adds their grandparents’ names or photos. Another idea is to host a craft station where students and their grandparents can work together to create keepsake items like decorated flower pots or memory books.

We hope that you and your kids enjoy indulging in the National Grandparent’s Day craft ideas mentioned above. It’s also fun to involve the grandparents in making these crafts and remember, no matter what those tiny hands make, the grandparents will always treasure it!

Also Read:

Grandparents Day Activities
Importance of Grandparents in Children’s Lives
Grandparent’s Day Quotes for Your Grandma and Grandpa
Best Gift Ideas for Grandparents That Will Make Them Happy

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