I’ve gathered 10 fun and easy apple crafts that your kids will absolutely LOVE! These activities are perfect for the classroom or home, providing a delightful way to explore creativity. Let’s dive into these exciting apple crafts!
Stuffed Bag Apple Craft
Stuffed bag crafts bring back fond memories from my childhood. They are simple, fun, and turn out adorable! This apple craft is perfect for displaying in your home or classroom. It makes for the cutest homemade decor!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- paper bags
- acrylic paint
- paint brushes
- twine
- green cardstock
- glue
- newspaper
B. Set-up
Paint your paper bags in any color you like! We chose to make red, green, and yellow apples. Make sure to wait for the paint to dry before moving on to the next part. Also, remember to paint the front and both sides of the bag. I recommend opening the bag while painting for easier access!
C. Activity
Once the bag is dry, the kids will crumple up a few pieces of newspaper and stuff them inside the bag.
Next, scrunch the top to create the stem and tie a piece of twine or yarn at the top.
You can also choose to add the newspaper first, tie the top, and then paint the bag. This way, you can simply paint the bottom while leaving the brown stem exposed (I thought of this afterward)! Either way looks cute!
Finally, create a leaf shape out of green cardstock paper and glue it to the back of the bag.
Apple Printing
Using apples is a fantastic choice for a fall craft for kids! This activity allows children to explore patterns, experiment with unique painting techniques, and, of course, add some fun with googly eyes! The googly eyes are definitely the highlight of the project!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- apples
- a knife
- washable paint
- glue
- googly eyes
- and easel paper
B. Set-up
Cut the apples in half for the kids to use. Ensure the cut surfaces are smooth to help create clean and vibrant stamps on paper.
C. Activity
Begin by having the kids create a pattern on the paper. They can continue the pattern by dipping the apple halves in paint. Once they’re done, let the kids add googly eyes to each apple! They can glue the eyes on or, if the paint is still wet, simply stick them right onto the paint!
Parts of an Apple Craft
What a fantastic preschool learning activity! This apple craft aligns perfectly with an apple-themed unit. It’s a wonderful way for kids to create while learning. Plus, paper plate crafts are easy for children to do!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- paper plate
- paint/dot markers
- construction paper
- glue stick
- scissors
- FREE parts of an apple words
B. Set-up
Paint the outside of a paper plate red, green, or yellow! We used red dot markers for this activity, but you can also use paint or even ripped paper.
C. ACTIVITIES
While the kids are waiting for the outside of the plate to dry, they can cut out the parts of the apple words. You can also have them create the stem, leaf, and flesh of the apple using construction or cardstock paper.
Once they have all the pieces, the kids will glue them in the correct spots.
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Handprint Apples
For every article I write, I always include a handprint craft—it’s a must! This adorable apple craft for kids will make the perfect keepsake!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- cardstock paper
- paint
- paintbrush
- marker
B. Set-up
Paint your little one’s hand in red, green, or yellow!
C. Activity
Have the kids place their hands flat on a sheet of white cardstock, ensuring they press their entire hand down firmly. We’ll showcase this craft in three different ways: as a back-to-school project, a letter “A” apple craft, or a card to give to someone special. Whichever way you choose to create this apple craft, it’s adorable and super easy!
Pinecone Apples
Creating crafts with nature is so much fun! This pinecone apple craft was a blast to make with the kids. They loved painting the pinecones; it was a fun and different activity!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- white cardstock paper
- construction paper
- glue stick
- FREE apple printable
B. Set-up
Print off my FREE apple printable and grab your supplies.
C. Activity
Have the kids rip construction paper into small or large pieces! They can choose from red, green, and yellow paper. Once they’ve torn a piece, they can glue it onto the page, or they can rip all the pieces first and then glue them on. They can color in the stem and leaf, or they can also use construction paper to rip those pieces and create them!
Ripped Paper Apple Craft
Ripped paper crafts are both fun and easy for kids, making this a perfect apple craft for preschoolers and toddlers! This activity is also a fantastic fine motor skill exercise, as children will LOVE tearing the paper into pieces.
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- pinecones
- acrylic paint
- brown and green cardstock paper
- glue
B. Set-up
Paint the pinecones red, green, or yellow! I recommend using acrylic paint, as it shows up best on the pinecones.
C. Activity
Create a stem and leaf out of cardstock paper and add a little glue to the bottom of each. Then, attach them to the top of the pinecones! What a cute and unique apple craft.
Cotton Ball Apple Tree Craft
We love experimenting with different painting methods, and the kids enjoy using a variety of materials. For this fall craft, we used cotton balls to create an apple tree! I adore the prints that the cotton balls leave; they truly make it look like a real tree!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- cardstock paper
- construction paper
- washable paint
- cotton balls
- clothespins
- scissors
- glue stick
B. Set-up
Draw and cut out the trunk of your tree, then paste it onto the paper.
C. Activity
Attach a clothespin to a cotton ball and have the kids dip it into green paint. They can make prints all around the trunk to create the appearance of a tree. This is a simple craft for toddlers to enjoy! Next, let the kids use their fingers to create apples for the tree. They can dip their fingers in red paint and make apple prints throughout the tree. Encourage them to add some apples at the bottom of the page to represent the ones that have fallen off!
Toilet Paper Roll Apples
I love making toilet paper roll crafts! It’s amazing what a simple toilet paper roll can transform into. This apple craft is perfect for kids, and they will enjoy using various materials to create their own apples!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- toilet paper rolls
- acrylic paint
- paint brush
- black beans
- hot glue
- cupcake liners
- cardstock paper
B. Set-up
Since we are using acrylic paint, it takes about 20 minutes to dry completely.
C. Activity
Once the apple core is dry, you can glue some black beans to the center of the tube. We used hot glue for this part of the craft.
Next, add two cupcake liners—one at the top and one at the bottom of the toilet paper roll. The kids can use regular school glue for this step.
Finally, have the kids run outside to gather three small sticks. We hot glued those to the back of the cupcake liner to create the apple’s stem. To finish off the apple craft, add a green leaf made from cardstock paper.
Apple Tree Handprint Craft
Create this adorable apple craft as a keepsake for the fall season! I love that this craft incorporates your child’s handprint and fingerprints. It’s not only adorable but also easy to make!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- cardstock paper
- construction paper
- green and red paint
- scissors
- glue stick
B. Set-up
Trace your child’s hand and a small portion of their arm for the tree trunk. Cut it out and paste it onto cardstock paper.
C. Activity
Next, paint your child’s hand green and make several prints around the tree trunk using their hand. Once that’s done, wash their hand off and get ready for the fingerprints! They can dip their fingers in red paint to create apples all around the tree. You can even add some at the bottom for the apples that have fallen off!
Paper Plate Apple Craft
Are you looking for an easy apple craft for kids? This apple craft is perfect for developing fine motor skills. It’s suitable for all ages, but it’s especially great for toddlers and preschoolers!
How to do this activity
A. Materials you need
- paper plate
- construction paper
- glue stick
- scissors
B. Set-up
Have the kids start tearing pieces of red construction paper.
C. Activity
They will use a glue stick to attach the red pieces of construction paper onto the paper plate, trying to fill up as much space as possible!
Next, cut out a square of brown construction paper for the stem and a leaf shape from green paper.
Paste these onto the back of the plate. This is such a simple apple craft!
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, these nine creative and simple apple crafts and activities provide a fantastic way for kids to explore their artistic talents while developing fine motor skills. From painting and handprint art to nature-inspired projects, each craft offers a unique opportunity for children to engage with the theme of apples in fun and imaginative ways. Whether done at home or in the classroom, these crafts can foster creativity, encourage teamwork, and create lasting keepsakes that celebrate the beauty of the fall season. So gather your supplies, let your little ones’ creativity shine, and enjoy these delightful apple-themed activities together!
