Get inspired to create more with paper from this list of 50 paper craft ideas. Crafting on a budget has never been easier!
Probably like the majority of crafters, I started out by making easy paper crafts, especially when my kids were little. I would scour the internet and Pinterest and find fun crafts to keep my kids busy on a rainy day and also on those days when it was too hot to go outside!
Luckily times have changed and now there are tons of great ideas out there all from using paper plates to crepe paper. But sorting through all the fun paper crafts can be a bit time-consuming, so I decided to round up a list of cool paper crafts so you have them all in one place.
And the best part about these easy paper craft ideas is that they don’t cost a lot of money and for most of them kids of all ages will have so much fun making them.
There are so many different types of paper you can use for crafts including construction paper, card stock, copy paper, craft paper, tissue paper, crepe paper, glitter card stock or paper, kraft paper, butcher paper, scrapbook paper, and more!
So break out all that old scrapbook paper, a pair of scissors, some glue sticks, googly eyes, tape, and let the kids go crazy creating anything their little imaginations can come up with.
My youngest makes hundreds of little characters and toys out of just copy paper and tape (Santa even puts about 15 rolls of tape in his stocking since he uses all of mine up!). It really is amazing what you can make out of paper!
And not to mention that working with a piece of paper is a great way to increase their fine motor skills without them even knowing!
Be prepared to get excited to start making some amazing paper art projects! I do have a few Cricut project ideas in here, but if you want more inspiration make sure to check out my Cricut cardstock ideas here.
50 Easy Paper Crafts to Inspire You!
Some of these simple crafts are on our own site and some are on another blogger's site.
Simply click on the title or More button to hop on over to the tutorial.
DIY Paper Flowers for Wall Tutorial
Paper flower crafts are one of my favorite ways to decorate walls and my craft room!
Penguin Puppet Paper Bag Tutorial
Paper bag puppets are a fun craft for kids of all ages, but especially young children. You can use this cute DIY penguin puppet when reading stories or put on a puppet show!
DIY Paper Christmas Tree Craft
Great easy paper craft to make with kids or students during the Christmas season!
DIY Photo Props
You can make some easy peasy photo props by cutting out some cool shapes out of paper. This tutorial uses a Cricut machine, but you definitely can make some with scissors!
How to Make Harry Potter Paper Craft
Make four different papercraft Harry Potter characters with a free PDF file template.
Paper Fan Decorations DIY Tutorial!
Paper fans are a fun project especially if you are in need of decor for a birthday party!
One Fish Two Fish Craft Puppets
These easy construction paper crafts out of different colors are perfect to celebrate Dr. Seuss day or just because!
Oh the Places You'll Go Craft with FREE Template!
Make your own Oh the Places You'll Go activity with a free hot air balloon template or SVG file to use with a cutting machine!
Cricut Candy Holder with Dome Tutorial!
This is a cutting machine craft, but you may have never thought of making cute candy holders! Perfect for party favors or Halloween treats!
How to Make Elf on the Shelf Puppet
If it's that time of year that your elf makes an appearance, then your kids will love making this cute craft.
Leprechaun Paper Craft
Making a fun leprechaun for St. Patrick's Day is easy with some basic materials.
How to Make Paper Rose Out of Paper
Make an easy paper rose out of paper with a free rose template pdf and a few craft supplies!
Paper roses are great to add to a card or even a headband for a little girl!
DIY Halloween Bookmarks Tutorial with Template
Help your students or your own kids with this fun DIY paper bookmark craft for Halloween!
How to Make a Paper Moving Fish
This is a cool tutorial to make a paper fish and great for young kids.
Make Unique 3D Greeting Cards
Kick your Christmas card up a notch, by adding a cool 3D paper element to them.
Fun paper frog craft for kids
Kids will get a kick out of these paper frogs! You can make them and attach them to so many things such as cards, furniture, or toilet paper rolls!
Witch and Warlock Boots on A Broomstick
In need of a cool Halloween decoration?? This would be a fun activity for adults and kids alike!
3D Shadow Box Lantern Tutorial
Using an electronic cutting machine, you can make the most intricate and beautiful 3D paper lanterns!
How to Make an Easy Origami Card
Origami projects are another fun paper craft! You use small squares of paper to create all sorts of amazing animals, items, and more.
This origami paper flower card would be great for Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, or as a Thank you card!
How to Make a Book From a Single Piece of Paper
My kids had tons of fun making their own books when they were little. Learn how to with this free printable template.
Fruit Paper Fan Craft for Kids
These cute fruit fans would be the perfect craft for summer.
Easy DIY Cupcake Liner Flower Wreath
Not technically paper, but look what you can make with cupcake liners!
Easy Paper Heart Card Mother's Day Craft for Teens
This homemade card would be the perfect addition to any Mother's Day gift.
Easy and Adorable Bunny Bookmark Craft [Free Template]
Cute bookmarks are a great craft to make with students or for any book lover.
3D Paper Lantern
This is much easier with a cutting machine, but you could make paper lanterns with scissors too.
Paper Christmas Ornaments DIY
Decorate that Christmas tree with paper ornaments! Super easy crafts for any age.
Paper Pumpkin Craft
Making your own decorations is a fun way to decorate for any season!
How to Make a Paper Bunting for DIY Party Decor
There are a lot of simple paper craft projects that are great to make for parties including this easy paper banner.
Carrot 3D Paper Craft
Easter would be the perfect time to make some of these cute 3d carrots.
3D Hot Air Balloon Craft for Kids
Kids will have so much fun making their own hot air balloons out their favorite colors.
Cute Paper Gingerbread House Craft for Kids
Don't want the mess of making gingerbread houses?? Make a paper one instead!
Tissue Paper Bleeding Art – For Beginners
Tissue paper art is so much fun! Learn how to get started and make your own wall art.
How to Make Heart Paper Flowers
This tutorial uses a cutting machine, but these simple shapes are easy to cut out by hand too.
Origami Heart Bouquet and Garland
There really are so many creative projects you can make with paper. Check out this super cute heart bouquet!
Paper Easter Basket made with Cricut
Another idea of what you can make out of card stock and a Cricut!
How to Make a Paper Basket!
But you can always make a basket with just paper and no cutting machine!
Upcycled Rolled Paper Frame DIY Craft!
Make your own picture frame! Great gift idea!
Paper Firecracker Craft for the 4th of July
If hosting a 4th of July party, have a station where kids can make these simple paper crafts.
Paper Cactus Pallet Art
Another great 3D wall art paper craft idea if you are a cactus lover!
Origami Butterfly
Learn how to turn plain paper into a beautiful butterfly!
Make Your Own Origami Unicorn Bookmark for Kids
Another adorable bookmark option for unicorn fans!
Pink Paper Star
Making stars is an inexpensive way to decorate for any occasion! Hang from the ceilings!
Grouchy Ladybug Craft For Kids [Free Template]
Simple construction paper crafts are perfect for summer vacation when you are ready for school start ASAP!
Origami Star Boxes with Printable Origami Paper
Using origami, you can make your own boxes for party favors or sweet treats to give to neighbors!
Toilet Paper Roll Crafts for Kids - Paper Bracelet
I love this simple idea! Make a unique bracelet from a toilet paper roll.
Tissue Paper Rainbow
You can do more than making tissue paper flowers with the crinkly paper. Make an adorable rainbow craft!
Adorable DIY Fish Puppet
Kids will have fun making their own colorful fish!
How to Make a Paper Crown
Another popular paper craft idea is to make crowns for young kids!
Easy Bee Paper Craft for Kids (Free printable!)
Decorate your house with these cute paper bee crafts.
Giant 3D Paper Snowflakes Tutorial
During winter, add a winter wonderland effect to your house with these 3d snowflakes!
3D Ocean Paper Craft
Add depth to paper crafts by following this 3d paper art tutorial. The googly eyes are so fun!
DIY Whimsical Paper Fairy Garden Craft
Would you ever think to make a fairy garden out of paper!!??
How to Make A Colorful Easy DIY Wreath with Packing Paper
Don't throw away that packing paper!
3D Spring Daffodil Picture for Preschoolers
Another fun flower craft for kids of any age!
There you have it! 50 paper craft ideas for all skill levels and for any and every occasion.
I hope you found a few DIY paper crafts that you are excited to make!!
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