Beat the Winter Blues with These Snowy Kids Crafts

Beat the Winter Blues with These Snowy Kids Crafts

Discover 5 easy and fun snowy crafts for kids to keep the winter blues away. Sourced from Pinterest, these ideas are creative and family-friendly.

Winter can be magical, but let’s face it—there’s only so much hot cocoa and sledding a family can do before cabin fever sets in. That’s where we come in with our favorite snowy crafts to beat the winter blues! These five DIY projects are easy to make, super fun for all ages, and are sourced from the brilliant minds of bloggers and creators on Pinterest. Let’s roll up our sleeves, dig into the craft bin, and bring some snowy magic indoors (without the frostbite). Grab your glitter and glue gun—it’s time to get crafty!

1. Snowy Mason Jar Lanterns

Bring the sparkle of freshly fallen snow into your home with these adorable mason jar lanterns. Simply coat the inside of a mason jar with Mod Podge, sprinkle in white glitter, and pop in a flameless tea light. Voila—a cozy, snowy glow for your home! For a playful twist, add a winter figurine or mini bottle-brush tree inside. These lanterns are perfect for setting a magical mood on a cold winter’s night.


Pinterest Inspiration: Check out Classy Clutter for step-by-step guidance and creative flair.

2. DIY Puffy Paint Snowmen

Puffy paint is the secret ingredient to these fun and textured snowman crafts. To make your own puffy paint, mix equal parts shaving cream and white glue, then let the kids paint snowmen onto blue construction paper. Add googly eyes, pom-poms for buttons, and a scrap of fabric for a scarf. These 3D snowmen are as cute as they are easy to create.


Tip: Set the scene with some snowy tunes from the Move2Play Karaoke Machine or Karaoke Mic. Let your kids belt out "Frosty the Snowman" while crafting!

3. Salt Dough Snowflake Ornaments

Salt dough ornaments are a classic craft with endless possibilities. Mix 2 cups of flour, 1 cup of salt, and 1 cup of water to create your dough. Roll it out, cut out snowflake shapes with cookie cutters, and bake at a low temperature until hardened. Once cooled, paint and decorate your ornaments with glitter, gems, or whatever your heart desires. Hang them on the tree or use them as wintery decor.


Why We Love It: Salt dough is perfect for little hands to squish and mold, making this a sensory activity as well as a creative one. Plus, these ornaments pair beautifully with a nursery decorated with Move2Play’s Activity Center or Baby Crawl Ball for a winter wonderland vibe.

4. Ice Crystal Window Clings

Turn your windows into a winter wonderland with homemade ice crystal clings. Mix up a batch of white glue and blue glitter, then pipe out snowflake shapes onto wax paper. Once dried, peel them off and stick them to your windows. These clings are easy to make and reusable—just store them flat between sheets of wax paper.

Pro Parenting Tip: While the kids are busy crafting, sneak in some time to catch up on your favorite podcasts or prep dinner—it’s a win-win!

5. Edible Snow Slime

Yes, you read that right—edible snow slime! This craft is as fun to play with as it is safe for curious little ones who might sneak a taste. Mix together cornstarch, sweetened condensed milk, and powdered sugar until you achieve a soft, snow-like slime. Add food coloring or edible glitter for an extra pop of color. It’s messy, but oh-so-fun.


Why It’s a Hit: It’s a tactile experience that keeps kids engaged for hours. Plus, it’s a creative way to spark sensory exploration during the long winter months.

Bringing It All Together

Crafting is more than just a way to pass the time—it’s a chance to bond with your kids, spark creativity, and chase away those winter blues. And when you pair these crafts with some of our favorite Move2Play toys, like the Activity Center or Baby Crawl Ball, you’re adding an extra layer of fun and movement. Because we’re all about keeping kids active and happy, even on the chilliest days.


So, gather your supplies, pop on some tunes, and dive into these snowy crafts. Before you know it, the whole family will be laughing, creating, and forgetting all about the dreary weather outside. Let’s make this winter a season to remember!

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