New Paper Crafts

Mermaids are magical! There's a reason that both kids and adults are enchanted by these mythical creatures, but did you know that mermaids are funny too? Our next set of free printable jokes for kids is all about mermaids. These mermaid jokes for kids and adults has a special 2 page printable that you can print out to save or to share. Be sure to check them out as well as our other fun mermaid crafts and activities.

I bought a gift for a new baby girl and decided to make a coordinating card. I made a floating pop up inside and used some simple shapes to make a little rabbit. You can see the entire process in my videoThe pop up mechanism is easy to make and can be adapted to have different shapes inside instead of the squares eg circles, hearts, flowers etcI had to be creative when it came to making the little rabbit as I didn't have any suitable dies or the right colour of card. I coloured the card...

These free printable Valentine’s Day gift tags are perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts or party favors! There are four different tags in this set, featuring hearts, candy, and Valentine’s Day-related quotes. This is a simple and budget-friendly way to add a special touch to your present. You can write a personalized message on the back of the tags. Simply download and print the template, cut out the tags, and attach them to your gifts. Enjoy!

I have delved back into my older stash in a quest to give some of my YouTube subscribers some fresh ideas with generic craft "tools" which they might already have in their craft rooms. Today I've grabbed a bunch of different sized circle punches and got to work. This was so much fun! I have a list the length of my arm but have narrowed it down to the first 10 for my video which you can see on my channel (Ruth Hamilton) It's quite a long video but I hope you enjoy watching. I will have more...

I have used some papers from my stash to create this easy but effective double pop out card and you can watch how I made it in my video. I have fussy cut elements from the paper pad to add more detail to the card front and also inside. The card has a simple mechanism which is hidden when the card is closed but gives a lovely surprise when the card is opened and the two wings pop out.

This cute Valentine card has characters made using a combination of heart, circle, oval and hole punches. It's perfect for anyone who doesn't have a die cutting machine but you can use dies if you have them. You can see how I made this card in my latest video on my Ruth Hamilton channel.If you do not make Valentine cards, this simple project can be adapted to suit any occasion tat you want to make a card for.There are 4 rectangle panels in the centre of the card and you could replace these...

I have used instant coffee granules and hot water to dye the papers in this photo and have used them in albums and to make a card. I used a spray bottle, paint brush, bubble wrap, salt, stencils and cookie cutters to get different results. The strength of the coffee will determine the depth of colour and you can use several layers on top of each other for varying resultsYou can watch the process and what I used in my video

This sashiko paper heart embroidery craft is a relaxing beginner-friendly project that combines simple embroidery with paper crafting. Using watercolour paper and a basic running stitch, you can create stitched heart designs inspired by traditional sashiko patterns. The patterns are easy to design on graph paper and transferred by punching holes before stitching, making the embroidery process calm and approachable. These embroidered paper hearts can be used as Valentine’s Day cards...

Celebrate with your favorite little Valentines with this fun candy hearts dice game that you can play in minutes. Use our free printable, a bag of candy hearts and a single dice to roll out fun and laughs that are a great way to practice colors and numbers. Best yet, you get to eat the candy when the game is all done. Be sure to check out my other fun Candy Dice games as well for more ways to play.

This Merry Christmas coloring card will make a fun activity for kids during the holiday season. It is a great way to add a personal touch to your holiday greetings for family and friends. the words “Merry Christmas” surrounded by mistletoes and Poinsettia flowers under a string of fairy lights. The card measures 5×7 inches when folded. Just download the PDF file, and print it at home or at your local print shop. Kids will have lots of fun coloring this card.

These printable posters would look great as part of your Christmas decor. There are four matching signs in this set. Choose the one you like best or hang them all. The prints feature a Christmas tree, gift boxes, and ornaments in red, green, and yellow. These are perfect for creating some holiday cheer! These prints are a quick and budget-friendly way to decorate your space. Simply download signs, print them, place them in frames, and display them! Enjoy!

Create a beautiful year-round display with this free printable vintage art calendar from Pictureboxblue. Each month features a carefully chosen vintage illustration from the site’s collection, including botanicals, decorative art, natural-history prints, and charming retro imagery. The calendar is designed in A4 format for quick and easy home printing. Download each month individually to use in planners, journals, and craft projects, or print the full 12-month PDF to create a complete wall...

Keep the kids busy while they wait for Thanksgiving dinner with this free printable Happy Thanksgiving coloring page. This page features the words “Happy Thanksgiving”, surrounded by pumpkins, and leaves. Coloring is an easy, engaging and screen-free activity for children. It is a great way to practice fine-motor skills. Kids will have lots of fun coloring this page. Simply download the coloring page and print it at home or at your local print shop. Enjoy!

If you love printable paper crafts, these retro 3D Christmas ornaments are a must-make! There are six fun designs to choose from — a snowman, tree, Christmas pudding, brussel sprout, and shiny baubles. Each ornament is made by folding and gluing six paper cutouts to create a charming dimensional shape. The free printable templates make this project simple, budget-friendly, and great for beginners. Whether you hang them on your Christmas tree or use them as handmade gift toppers, these retro...

Help your little ghouls and goblins practice their number identification and color identification skills with our latest free printable for kids! This set of 15 free Halloween color by number coloring pages is a fun activity for home, the classroom or a Halloween party. Featuring pumpkins, ghosts, monsters and so much more, your family will love these fun Halloween coloring pages. Print them for the upcoming holiday and be sure to check out our other free coloring pages as well.