Pandas are undoubtedly one of the most beloved animals, known for their cute faces, fluffy black and white fur, and gentle nature. It’s no wonder that kids (and adults!) love crafting pandas.
Here are 15 adorable panda craft ideas to enjoy and share with friends and family – enjoy!
1. Paper Plate Panda Craft
This simple and fun craft by LearnCreateLove is perfect for a big group or young kids. All you need is a paper plate, black and white construction paper, and glue.
2. Fluffy Panda Craft
In the Bag Kids’ Crafts offers an adorable yarn-wrapped panda craft with a free printable template. This craft turns out fluffy and cute, making it a great option for a cozy panda friend.
3. Panda Corner Bookmarks
Red Ted Art shares a collection of panda crafts, including their popular panda corner bookmarks. These bookmarks are easy to make and a great way to add a touch of panda love to your reading.
4. Panda Origami
For a more challenging craft, try your hand at origami pandas. Red Ted Art provides a tutorial for a simple origami panda, perfect for introducing kids to the art of paper folding.
5. Panda Hug a Book Bookmark
Another cute bookmark idea from Red Ted Art is the panda hug a book bookmark. This craft is featured in their hug a dog bookmark post, but it’s easy to adapt for a panda version.
6. Panda Mini Notebooks
These panda mini notebooks from Red Ted Art are perfect for kids who love stationery. Made from a single sheet of paper with minimal glue, these notebooks are a fun and practical panda craft.
7. Panda Quilling Project
For a more advanced craft, try paper quilling with Red Ted Art’s panda quilling project. This craft is suitable for those with some quilling experience and offers a beautiful finished product.
8. Milk Carton Pencil Pots
Repurpose milk cartons into adorable panda pencil pots with this craft from Red Ted Art. (Can you tell we love this blog?!) These pots are stackable, making them a fun and functional panda project.
9. Printable Panda Craft
LearnCreateLove offers a printable panda craft that’s perfect for kids who love coloring and cutting. The printable includes a panda template and instructions for a simple craft.
10. Panda Crafts and Snacks
Kid World Citizen rounds up a collection of panda crafts and panda-themed snacks, making it a one-stop-shop for all things panda. From paper crafts to edible treats, this post has something for everyone.
11. Sock Panda Craft
Easy Peasy and Fun offers a cute sock panda craft that’s perfect for young kids. This craft teaches a child basic sewing skills, so they get to learn a new skill too!
12. Panda Paper Bag Puppet
Crafty Morning shares a tutorial for a panda paper bag puppet. This craft is interactive and encourages imaginative play, making it a great option for kids who love puppets.
13. Panda Suncatcher Craft
Easy Peasy and Fun offers a beautiful panda suncatcher craft that’s perfect for decorating windows. This craft uses contact paper and tissue paper, making it a fun and colorful project.
14. Panda Craft with Pom Poms
The Craft Train shares a panda craft that uses pom poms for the panda’s fur. This craft is tactile and fun, making it a great option for sensory play.
15. Panda Craft with Toilet Paper Rolls
DLTK Kids offers a panda craft that uses toilet paper rolls as the base. This craft is eco-friendly and perfect for kids who love to repurpose materials.
Advanced Projects for Older Children
Older children ready for more complex projects might take on the challenge of a pom pom panda. Creating a panda out of pom poms involves more intricate steps, such as trimming the pom poms to shape and adhering them to create the figure of a panda.
This activity not only bolsters their crafting dexterity but also gives them a cuddly creation to display.
For those interested in combining crafting with utility, a DIY panda mini notebook makes for an engaging project. This involves more precise cutting and assembly to create a functional notebook with a charming panda design on the cover. It’s ideal for kids who are looking to make crafts that serve a purpose beyond decoration.
Accessory Crafts for Panda Projects
Creating accessories with a panda theme can add a delightful touch to various projects. We’ll explore stationery items adorned with panda motifs and wearable panda crafts, perfect for embracing this endearing creature in our daily lives.
Panda-themed Stationery
Panda Mini Notebook: We recommend crafting a personalized mini notebook with a panda cover. Start with a small, plain notebook and glue on a paper cut-out of a panda’s face.
You can enhance the cut-out with googly eyes and add extra flair by outlining with a black marker. This pocket-sized stationery piece is not only practical but also a charming way to celebrate panda love.
Panda Corner Bookmark: For avid readers, we can make a useful panda corner bookmark. Using origami techniques, fold black and white paper to create the shape of a panda that snugly fits the corner of a book page. Elevate it with additional details like a small pom pom for the nose to bring the panda to life and keep our place in style.
Wearable Panda Crafts
Panda Headband: To infuse a bit of panda magic into our wardrobe, we can create a panda headband. Take a simple headband and attach two black felt ears along with a set of smaller white inner ears.
For an eye-catching element, we might add a pom pom panda designed by affixing small black pom poms to a bigger white one, creating a panda’s head to mount on top of the headband.
Panda Face Mask: For a fun accessory that’s also practical, consider a panda face mask! With a basic white face mask as the canvas, use fabric paints or markers to draw a panda’s facial features.
We can incorporate a pattern of black around the eyes, a small black nose, and perhaps a cute, smiling mouth that transforms the mask into something special!
Whether you’re looking for a simple craft for a group or a more challenging project, these 15 panda craft ideas have you covered. Happy crafting!
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