Craft Supplies Every Home Should Have For Kids

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Are you a creative mom or trying to be? Do your kids love having fun with creative things and making masterpieces right at home? If you are looking to spruce up your stockpile here is a great list of craft supplies for kids. These are the things we keep in our craft closet.

Crafts are inevitable at our house. It is a given that kids just like to get in there and create. For these crafting moments I make sure to keep a pretty good inventory of some amazing and simple items to make these creative moments possible!

Whether you are stocking up your crafty closet or just an area for the kids to have some hands on fun these are craft supplies every home should have for kids!

craft supplies for kids

Art Supplies for Kids Crafts

Kids Paint Set – 6 Count Kids Paint 2 oz with Toddler Art Smock – Washable Paint for Kids, Non Toxic Washable Tempera Paint – Paint Set for Kids Art, Craft, School and Home Finger Painting ProjectsKids Paint Set – 6 Count Kids Paint 2 oz with Toddler Art Smock – Washable Paint for Kids, Non Toxic Washable Tempera Paint – Paint Set for Kids Art, Craft, School and Home Finger Painting ProjectsKids Paint Set – 6 Count Kids Paint 2 oz with Toddler Art Smock – Washable Paint for Kids, Non Toxic Washable Tempera Paint – Paint Set for Kids Art, Craft, School and Home Finger Painting Projects

 

1. Finger paints for some easy paint with no brush and this stuff is washable and easy clean!

Spice Supreme Assorted Food Colors Red Blue Green Yellow - 4 Color Cake Liquid Variety Kit for Baking , Decorating ,Fondant , Cooking, and Slime Making - .30 fl. oz.BottlesSpice Supreme Assorted Food Colors Red Blue Green Yellow – 4 Color Cake Liquid Variety Kit for Baking , Decorating ,Fondant , Cooking, and Slime Making – .30 fl. oz.BottlesSpice Supreme Assorted Food Colors Red Blue Green Yellow - 4 Color Cake Liquid Variety Kit for Baking , Decorating ,Fondant , Cooking, and Slime Making - .30 fl. oz.Bottles

 

2. With this food coloring you can make any color you want for crafting.

AROIC Watercolor Paint Set, with a Watercolor Paint, 36 Color,and a Package of 10 Brushes of Different Sizes, The Best Gift for Beginners, Children and Art Lovers.AROIC Watercolor Paint Set, with a Watercolor Paint, 36 Color,and a Package of 10 Brushes of Different Sizes, The Best Gift for Beginners, Children and Art Lovers.AROIC Watercolor Paint Set, with a Watercolor Paint, 36 Color,and a Package of 10 Brushes of Different Sizes, The Best Gift for Beginners, Children and Art Lovers.

 

3. Crafting with water colors is super easy and this set makes things simple!

Caydo [400 pcs] - 300 Pieces 1 Inch Assorted Pompoms with 100pieces Wiggle Eyes Multicolor Arts and Crafts Pom Poms Balls for Kids DIY Art Creative Crafts DecorationsCaydo [400 pcs] – 300 Pieces 1 Inch Assorted Pompoms with 100pieces Wiggle Eyes Multicolor Arts and Crafts Pom Poms Balls for Kids DIY Art Creative Crafts DecorationsCaydo [400 pcs] - 300 Pieces 1 Inch Assorted Pompoms with 100pieces Wiggle Eyes Multicolor Arts and Crafts Pom Poms Balls for Kids DIY Art Creative Crafts Decorations

 

4. Decking out crafty creations sometimes involves pom poms.

Colorations Construction Paper for Kids | 7 Colors - 600 Bulk Sheets of 9X12 - Assorted Pack of Heavy Duty Craft PaperColorations Construction Paper for Kids | 7 Colors – 600 Bulk Sheets of 9X12 – Assorted Pack of Heavy Duty Craft PaperColorations Construction Paper for Kids | 7 Colors - 600 Bulk Sheets of 9X12 - Assorted Pack of Heavy Duty Craft Paper

 

5. Construction paper is a must! Especially for these Letter of the Week Crafts that make the alphabet fun!

Huhuhero Kids Scissors, 5'' Small Safety Scissors Bulk Blunt Tip Toddler Scissors, Soft Grip Kid scissors for School Classroom Children Craft Art Supplies, Assorted Colors, 4-PackHuhuhero Kids Scissors, 5” Small Safety Scissors Bulk Blunt Tip Toddler Scissors, Soft Grip Kid scissors for School Classroom Children Craft Art Supplies, Assorted Colors, 4-PackHuhuhero Kids Scissors, 5'' Small Safety Scissors Bulk Blunt Tip Toddler Scissors, Soft Grip Kid scissors for School Classroom Children Craft Art Supplies, Assorted Colors, 4-Pack

 

6. Make cutting projects simple with these blunt tip scissors for kids.

Liquid School Glue, Clear, Washable, Pack of 3-1Liquid School Glue, Clear, Washable, Pack of 3-1Liquid School Glue, Clear, Washable, Pack of 3-1

 

7. If there is glueing to be done this bottled glue gets the job done and washable if there is a mess! You can also use glue sticks or glitter glue.

SAVITA 3D Stickers for Kids & Toddlers 500+ Puffy Stickers Variety Pack for Scrapbooking Bullet Journal Including Animal, Numbers, Fruits, Fish, Dinosaurs, Cars and More…SAVITA 3D Stickers for Kids & Toddlers 500+ Puffy Stickers Variety Pack for Scrapbooking Bullet Journal Including Animal, Numbers, Fruits, Fish, Dinosaurs, Cars and More…SAVITA 3D Stickers for Kids & Toddlers 500+ Puffy Stickers Variety Pack for Scrapbooking Bullet Journal Including Animal, Numbers, Fruits, Fish, Dinosaurs, Cars and More…

 

8. What kid doesn’t love puffy stickers to complete their project!

18 Boxes Holographic Cosmetic Festival Chunky Glitters Sequins, Nail Sequins Iridescent Flakes, Cosmetic Paillette Ultra-Thin Tips, for Body Face Hair Make Up Nail Art Mixed Color Glitter18 Boxes Holographic Cosmetic Festival Chunky Glitters Sequins, Nail Sequins Iridescent Flakes, Cosmetic Paillette Ultra-Thin Tips, for Body Face Hair Make Up Nail Art Mixed Color Glitter18 Boxes Holographic Cosmetic Festival Chunky Glitters Sequins, Nail Sequins Iridescent Flakes, Cosmetic Paillette Ultra-Thin Tips, for Body Face Hair Make Up Nail Art Mixed Color Glitter

 

9. If the craft needs some glamming up then we go for the glitter in easy shakers.

20 Pcs Paint Brushes, Paint Brush Set, Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting, Watercolor Brushes, Acrylic Paint Brushes for Acrylic Oil Watercolor, Miniature Detailing, and Rock Painting20 Pcs Paint Brushes, Paint Brush Set, Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting, Watercolor Brushes, Acrylic Paint Brushes for Acrylic Oil Watercolor, Miniature Detailing, and Rock Painting20 Pcs Paint Brushes, Paint Brush Set, Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting, Watercolor Brushes, Acrylic Paint Brushes for Acrylic Oil Watercolor, Miniature Detailing, and Rock Painting

 

10. Make painting projects easy with paintbrushes in an assortment of sizes.

Barilla Elbows Pasta, 16 oz. Box (Pack of 8) - Non-GMO Pasta Made with Durum Wheat Semolina - Kosher Certified PastaBarilla Elbows Pasta, 16 oz. Box (Pack of 8) – Non-GMO Pasta Made with Durum Wheat Semolina – Kosher Certified PastaBarilla Elbows Pasta, 16 oz. Box (Pack of 8) - Non-GMO Pasta Made with Durum Wheat Semolina - Kosher Certified Pasta

 

11. Crazy thought but keep some dry pasta on hand which makes for a great learning tool and you can Dye Pasta too!

Pinnacle Mercantile Plastic Squeeze Condiment Bottles with Red Tip Cap 16-ounce Set of 6 Wide MouthPinnacle Mercantile Plastic Squeeze Condiment Bottles with Red Tip Cap 16-ounce Set of 6 Wide MouthPinnacle Mercantile Plastic Squeeze Condiment Bottles with Red Tip Cap 16-ounce Set of 6 Wide Mouth

 

12. While crafting you have to have plastic squeeze bottles in your cupboard especially for Homemade Puff Paint.

JOYIN 48 PCS Cone Shaped Washable Sidewalk Chalks Set, Non-Toxic Jumbo Chalk Set for Art Play, Sidewaalk Colored Outside Washable Set for Summer Outdoor Games and Chalkboard DrawingJOYIN 48 PCS Cone Shaped Washable Sidewalk Chalks Set, Non-Toxic Jumbo Chalk Set for Art Play, Sidewaalk Colored Outside Washable Set for Summer Outdoor Games and Chalkboard DrawingJOYIN 48 PCS Cone Shaped Washable Sidewalk Chalks Set, Non-Toxic Jumbo Chalk Set for Art Play, Sidewaalk Colored Outside Washable Set for Summer Outdoor Games and Chalkboard Drawing

 

13. You have to have sidewalk chalk for fun in the sun!

Amazon Basics Broad Line Washable Markers, 40 ColorsAmazon Basics Broad Line Washable Markers, 40 ColorsAmazon Basics Broad Line Washable Markers, 40 Colors

 

14. Kids love doodling and coloring with washable markers!

Classic Color Crayons in Flip-Top Pack with Sharpener, 96 ColorsClassic Color Crayons in Flip-Top Pack with Sharpener, 96 ColorsClassic Color Crayons in Flip-Top Pack with Sharpener, 96 Colors

 

15. No art station is possible without a bunch of crayons and some Great Coloring Pages to go with them.

Eppingwin 200 PCS Pipe Cleaners, Multi-Colored Pipe Cleaners Craft Supplies, 20 Colors Chenille Stems for DIY Arts Crafts Project(Multi Color)Eppingwin 200 PCS Pipe Cleaners, Multi-Colored Pipe Cleaners Craft Supplies, 20 Colors Chenille Stems for DIY Arts Crafts Project(Multi Color)Eppingwin 200 PCS Pipe Cleaners, Multi-Colored Pipe Cleaners Craft Supplies, 20 Colors Chenille Stems for DIY Arts Crafts Project(Multi Color)

 

16. Make sure to keep an assortment of pipe cleaners on hand which are a lot of fun for kids.

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17. Popsicle sticks are create because the kids can build and paint them!

1 Inch Colored Buttons for Sewing 25mm Buttons Pack of 2001 Inch Colored Buttons for Sewing 25mm Buttons Pack of 2001 Inch Colored Buttons for Sewing 25mm Buttons Pack of 200

 

18. You can use crafting buttons for decorating and math too! Perfect for kids activities.

White Kraft Butcher Paper Roll - 18 Inch x 100 Foot White Paper Roll for Wrapping and Smoking Meat, BBQ Paper for the Perfect Brisket Crust - Durable, Uncoated and Unwaxed Food Grade Sublimation PaperWhite Kraft Butcher Paper Roll – 18 Inch x 100 Foot White Paper Roll for Wrapping and Smoking Meat, BBQ Paper for the Perfect Brisket Crust – Durable, Uncoated and Unwaxed Food Grade Sublimation PaperWhite Kraft Butcher Paper Roll - 18 Inch x 100 Foot White Paper Roll for Wrapping and Smoking Meat, BBQ Paper for the Perfect Brisket Crust - Durable, Uncoated and Unwaxed Food Grade Sublimation Paper

 

19. Of course you have to stock up on butcher paper for crafting, creating, and other projects.

Multicolored Tissue Paper 20Multicolored Tissue Paper 20Multicolored Tissue Paper 20

 

20. Your kids can use tissue paper for any craft and this set has every color.

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Comfy Package [300 Pack] Disposable White Uncoated Paper Plates, 9 Inch LargeComfy Package [300 Pack] Disposable White Uncoated Paper Plates, 9 Inch LargeComfy Package [300 Pack] Disposable White Uncoated Paper Plates, 9 Inch Large

 

21. Keep a reserve of paper plates which make for an easy craft and check out these Paper Plate Crafts For Kids.

Ice Yarns Picasso Rainbow (3-Piece Pack) Blue, Purple, Green, Yellow, Orange, Pink Fuzzy with Subtle Sheen Yarn 44% Acrylic, 56% Polyester (3x1.76 Oz),(3x125 yds)Ice Yarns Picasso Rainbow (3-Piece Pack) Blue, Purple, Green, Yellow, Orange, Pink Fuzzy with Subtle Sheen Yarn 44% Acrylic, 56% Polyester (3×1.76 Oz),(3×125 yds)Ice Yarns Picasso Rainbow (3-Piece Pack) Blue, Purple, Green, Yellow, Orange, Pink Fuzzy with Subtle Sheen Yarn 44% Acrylic, 56% Polyester (3x1.76 Oz),(3x125 yds)

 

22. Crafts and lacing projects are super fun with some colorful yarn.

QUEFE 3250pcs Pony Beads Set, Kandi Beads 2400pcs Rainbow Beads in 96 Colors, 800pcs Letter Beads and Heart Beads with 20 Meter Elastic Threads for Bracelet Jewelry Necklace MakingQUEFE 3250pcs Pony Beads Set, Kandi Beads 2400pcs Rainbow Beads in 96 Colors, 800pcs Letter Beads and Heart Beads with 20 Meter Elastic Threads for Bracelet Jewelry Necklace MakingQUEFE 3250pcs Pony Beads Set, Kandi Beads 2400pcs Rainbow Beads in 96 Colors, 800pcs Letter Beads and Heart Beads with 20 Meter Elastic Threads for Bracelet Jewelry Necklace Making

 

23. With pony beads they can get really creative!

slapaflife 50 Rolls Washi Tape Set, Gold Foil Flower Decorative Adhesive Tape for Scrapbook,Washi Tape for Journaling,Scrapbooking Supplies.slapaflife 50 Rolls Washi Tape Set, Gold Foil Flower Decorative Adhesive Tape for Scrapbook,Washi Tape for Journaling,Scrapbooking Supplies.slapaflife 50 Rolls Washi Tape Set, Gold Foil Flower Decorative Adhesive Tape for Scrapbook,Washi Tape for Journaling,Scrapbooking Supplies.

 

24. Have the decorate with all kids of washi tape on their projects. This is also known as colored masking tape.

Fruit Scented Washable Dot Markers for Kids and Toddlers Educational Set of 6 Pack by Do A Dot Art, The Original Dot MarkerFruit Scented Washable Dot Markers for Kids and Toddlers Educational Set of 6 Pack by Do A Dot Art, The Original Dot MarkerFruit Scented Washable Dot Markers for Kids and Toddlers Educational Set of 6 Pack by Do A Dot Art, The Original Dot Marker

 

25. These do a dot markers are totally mess free and fun and go perfect with these Preschool Do A Dot Printables we use.

AdTech 0453 2-Temp Dual Temperature Hot Glue Gun Full Size, WhiteAdTech 0453 2-Temp Dual Temperature Hot Glue Gun Full Size, WhiteAdTech 0453 2-Temp Dual Temperature Hot Glue Gun Full Size, White

 

26. For those projects that need a little extra stick make sure to have a low temperature hot glue gun.

Neenah Astrodesigns/Creative Collection Starter Kit Cardstock, 4.5Neenah Astrodesigns/Creative Collection Starter Kit Cardstock, 4.5Neenah Astrodesigns/Creative Collection Starter Kit Cardstock, 4.5

 

27. We use colored cardstock for lots of different things!

Amazon Basics Low-Odor Chisel Tip Dry Erase White Board Marker, Assorted Colors - Pack of 12Amazon Basics Low-Odor Chisel Tip Dry Erase White Board Marker, Assorted Colors – Pack of 12Amazon Basics Low-Odor Chisel Tip Dry Erase White Board Marker, Assorted Colors - Pack of 12

 

28. Dry erase markers are fun and my kids like doodling with them on our class board.

X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, Mighty Mite Electric Pencil Sharpener with Pencil Saver, SafeStart Motor, Small Pencil Sharpener for Teacher and Homeschool Supplies, Black, 1 CountX-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, Mighty Mite Electric Pencil Sharpener with Pencil Saver, SafeStart Motor, Small Pencil Sharpener for Teacher and Homeschool Supplies, Black, 1 CountX-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, Mighty Mite Electric Pencil Sharpener with Pencil Saver, SafeStart Motor, Small Pencil Sharpener for Teacher and Homeschool Supplies, Black, 1 Count

 

29.For endless pencil sharpening you have to have a pencil sharpener.

Bostitch Office EZ Squeeze Heavy Duty 3 Hole Punch, 40-Sheet Capacity, Use Less Force, Perfect for Home Office School Supplies, Sleek Design, SilverBostitch Office EZ Squeeze Heavy Duty 3 Hole Punch, 40-Sheet Capacity, Use Less Force, Perfect for Home Office School Supplies, Sleek Design, SilverBostitch Office EZ Squeeze Heavy Duty 3 Hole Punch, 40-Sheet Capacity, Use Less Force, Perfect for Home Office School Supplies, Sleek Design, Silver

 

30. I always have a good hole puncher handy for our crafting!

Hammermill, 10263-0, Premium Color Copy Print Paper, 100 Bright, 32lb, 8.5 x 11, Photo White, 500/ReamHammermill, 10263-0, Premium Color Copy Print Paper, 100 Bright, 32lb, 8.5 x 11, Photo White, 500/ReamHammermill, 10263-0, Premium Color Copy Print Paper, 100 Bright, 32lb, 8.5 x 11, Photo White, 500/Ream

 

31. Crafting almost always requires a little bit of white copy paper.

Art Street Drawing Paper, Manila, Standard Weight, 9Art Street Drawing Paper, Manila, Standard Weight, 9Art Street Drawing Paper, Manila, Standard Weight, 9

 

32. We use a lot of manila paper for both schooling and crafting.

SHOPDAY Paper Lunch Bags 4lb 100 Pack Brown Paper Bags 5x2.95x9.45SHOPDAY Paper Lunch Bags 4lb 100 Pack Brown Paper Bags 5×2.95×9.45SHOPDAY Paper Lunch Bags 4lb 100 Pack Brown Paper Bags 5x2.95x9.45

 

33. My kids really enjoy the crafty creations they can make including puppets by using brown paper bags.

Drawdart Acrylic Paint Set, 36 Colors Painting Supplies for Canvas Wood Fabric Ceramic Crafts, Non Toxic&Rich Pigments for Artists & Hobby Painters, 2 fl oz / 60 ml BottlesDrawdart Acrylic Paint Set, 36 Colors Painting Supplies for Canvas Wood Fabric Ceramic Crafts, Non Toxic&Rich Pigments for Artists & Hobby Painters, 2 fl oz / 60 ml BottlesDrawdart Acrylic Paint Set, 36 Colors Painting Supplies for Canvas Wood Fabric Ceramic Crafts, Non Toxic&Rich Pigments for Artists & Hobby Painters, 2 fl oz / 60 ml Bottles

 

34. For those heavy duty crafts we use acrylic paint in all kinds of colors. Perfect for all of those painting craft projects.

KEFF Washable Tempera Paint for Kids - 30 Colors Non Toxic Kids Paint Set with Toddler Art Supplies for Poster Paint, Finger Painting, School Projects, and MoreKEFF Washable Tempera Paint for Kids – 30 Colors Non Toxic Kids Paint Set with Toddler Art Supplies for Poster Paint, Finger Painting, School Projects, and MoreKEFF Washable Tempera Paint for Kids - 30 Colors Non Toxic Kids Paint Set with Toddler Art Supplies for Poster Paint, Finger Painting, School Projects, and More

 

35.These tempura paints are totally little artist quality!

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36. Some good old duct tape is fun for crafting.

200 Pieces Wiggle Eyes Self Adhesive Black White Googly Eyes for DIY Crafts Decoration (20mm)200 Pieces Wiggle Eyes Self Adhesive Black White Googly Eyes for DIY Crafts Decoration (20mm)200 Pieces Wiggle Eyes Self Adhesive Black White Googly Eyes for DIY Crafts Decoration (20mm)

 

37. No arts and crafts closet is complete without googly eyes.

What do you have in your craft closet? Share your must haves!

17 Comments

  1. Wow these are amazing ideas. I need to go shopping. I love anything that will help teach the kiddos.

  2. Love the craft supplies you mentioned. Especially washi tape, pompoms and buttons are so versatile! We use them all the time! And these days, we keep running out of sidewalk chalk. A lovely post for finding everything in one place.

  3. My daughter loves crafting in our house. After having 4 boys who hated crafts we need to stock up on some more of these items.

  4. This is a great list! I agree that kids need to be given the materials to be creative. As a kiddo I played outside and did crafts like this inside on rainy days. I loved being creative and I think that kids these days need to be given the opportunity to use their imaginations! I’ll be making a home craft supply kit with these materials!

  5. I need to replenish our art/craft supplies! We go through so much of it, and my kids tend to lose a lot of it too so this just reminds me to head out and stock up!

  6. Not only is it fun to see how creative kids can be, but it is also an important part of their development. This is a great list of craft supplies. I’m sure your kids will enjoy. 🙂

    ~Lorelai
    Life With Lorelai

  7. Awww, this looks like so much fun! I miss being young and doing arts and crafts 🙂 Such a lovely post that brightens the day!

  8. This is pretty much everything you’ll need. Having supplies at home is perfect especially with the new semester starting soon. It’s nice that you’re stocked up so you don’t have to run to the bookstore when they need to finish an art project. But aside from that, having these will help develop their creativity!

  9. Taty Pradilla says:

    My oldest loves to do crafts, but we usually have to buy supplies as needed. I’m going to stock up using your list so we can be better prepared next time.

  10. Rebecca Swenor says:

    This is a great list of craft supplies for when you have children. When my boys were little we always had water paints, crayons, markers. and different types of paper for them to draw along with paint on along with doing other crafts. I think art brings out the child’s creative side along with their personality. Thanks for sharing this awesome list of craft supplies.

  11. Since my kids love crafts so much I pretty much have all of these stocked at home! I love the idea of dying pasta…gonna look into that!

  12. This is a great list of supplies. As a mom with a child who loves to craft, I always try to keep things on hand. Now that she is older she will go in search of her own supplies and often raids the recycling bins.

  13. I have almost all of those items in my craft closet. Two of my go to crafting items when my daughter was little were cotton balls and googly eyes.

  14. This is a great list. Creativity and freedom of expression are so very important in childhood development.

  15. This is a great list of supplies for kids. I have some of these but need to purchase the ones I don’t have. The kids have shown an interest in crocheting so I’ve been teaching them and keeping yarn on hand.

  16. My kids used to love doing crafts. I still have an office filled with markers, paints, and construction papers. I loved to keep my kids’ imagination active with creative craft projects.

  17. My daughter loves doing crafts so I also make sure I keep some of the items on the list at home all the time. Just last night she did a painting for me using watercolor.

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