[Childcare] Craft ideas to make for Mother's Day
Let’s make a Mother’s Day gift filled with gratitude for our beloved moms and caregivers.
Creations made by children are treasures for mothers, aren’t they?
Since the approach varies depending on the children’s ages, we’ve gathered a range of ideas that kids of any age can enjoy making this time.
They range from message cards to items that can be used in daily life!
We hope the children can create heartfelt gifts that convey their message of “Thank you for everything!”
In this text, because what children create is treated as works (art/projects), we use the term “seisaku” (制作).
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[Childcare] Craft ideas to make for Mother's Day (21–30)
Bag Stamp Carnation
https://www.tiktok.com/@lion.sensei_hoiku/video/7357176843968990472Beautiful unique patterns! Here are some ideas for bag-stamped carnations.
A bag stamp is a technique where you inflate a plastic bag with air, tie the opening, and use it to stamp paint onto paper.
It’s great because you can easily try it with materials you already have at home or in the classroom.
It’s also fascinating how the tied bag’s texture creates petals that look just like carnations! For the leaves and stems, finishing them with crayons or colored pencils will add a nice touch.
Felt carnation

Also recommended as a little accent for gift wrapping! Here are some ideas for felt carnations.
Using felt creates a soft, warm vibe—so nice, right? This time, let’s make felt carnations using red and pink felt.
You’ll need one 7 cm square piece of felt, two 6 cm square pieces of felt, a sewing kit, scissors, and a red pen.
By adjusting the felt sizes, you can make larger or smaller versions, so why not give it a try?
Carnation clip
@sayacky_be.child Here’s the materials list ▼ (Follow me before you forget!) [Materials] - Paper towels - Magnetic clip (mine is from Seria) - Green pipe cleaners - Gift bags - Ribbon, cards, etc. Handy tools when making - Scissors - Double-sided tape - Water-based markers or paint - Spray bottle - Clear tape - Hole punch Tips - When drying, hanging them with pipe cleaners could look cute. - If shaping leaves with pipe cleaners is hard, you can make them from construction paper instead. - I’ll share easy tips to make it look great in Stories. Everyone, thanks for your hard work as always! Wishing you bright, cheerful days… Nice to meet you! I’m Sayakki, a nursery teacher and mom of two who loves play that lets adults feel like kids again! I share play ideas that connect hearts, clear the mind, and nurture growth for both adults and children. Please follow and check out my other posts too!#Sayakki-WorldNursery teacher / Childcare worker#NurseryTeacherMom#HandmadeToys#Childcare CraftingCraft Play#Childcare topic#AtHomePlay#StayHomeTime#Mother's DayMother's Day GiftCarnationMother’s Day craft#Mother'sDayGift
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Let’s make it with paper towels! Here’s an idea for a carnation clip.
Paper towels are highly absorbent paper commonly used in everyday life, especially for cleaning and cooking in the kitchen.
This time, let’s use paper towels to make a carnation clip! The key is to color them with water-based markers or paints and then mist them with water.
The colors will gently spread, creating a beautiful finish.
Give it a try!
Carnation Box
@tomonite_official A perfect Mother’s Day gift! I made a carnation box using materials you can get at the 100-yen shop. If you write messages of daily gratitude or little perks on the petals, it can be enjoyed like a lucky draw. 🌹👍🏼 ============ ■ Materials • Construction paper • Masking tape • Muffin cups or a small box ■ How to make 1. Cut the construction paper to the height of the muffin cup; the width should be about three times the height (prepare about 8–10 sheets, depending on size). 2. Write your messages on the construction paper. 3. Roll each sheet into a tube, secure it with masking tape, and pack them vertically into the muffin cup until it’s full. ■ Notes ※ If children are making this, please do it together with an adult. ============#tomoniteTominiteMother’s Day craftSimple craft#Mother'sDayGift
♬ anone,mamakiite – Natty Patty
The lottery-style recreation element is unique and fun! Here’s an idea for a carnation box.
On red or pink construction paper, like the color of carnations, write messages of gratitude or things you love about Mom.
Each card carries the children’s heartfelt thoughts, making it an idea that could bring tears of affection as she reads them.
It’s also nice to write perks like “Massage Coupon” or “Help Coupon.” Think up the messages together with your child and give them as a gift.
Kitchen paper bouquet
https://www.tiktok.com/@niconico_mama/video/7223739347223268616You can even create your own original vivid colors! Here are some ideas for kitchen paper towel bouquets.
Let’s arrange everyday paper towels that are familiar to kids and try making a bouquet.
You’ll need paper towels, water-based markers, a spray bottle, scissors, and pipe cleaners.
After cutting the paper towels into circles and coloring them with water-based markers, shape them with pipe cleaners and spray them with water.
The steps are simple, but the result is beautiful and brilliant.
It’s also nice to add a touch with wrapping.
Take this opportunity to give it a try!
Bouquet made of yarn
@michiko05057157 I tried making a bouquet of carnations to give on Mother’s Day, using yarn 🌷#Mother's Day#Mother'sDayGiftworkCarnationBouquet
♬ A cute pop song with the sound of bubbles(1563452) – sanusagi
Let’s make it by winding yarn round and round! Here are some bouquet ideas you can create with yarn.
Yarn is a soft thread used for knitting and crafts.
It’s usually made primarily from wool, but there are also varieties made from materials like acrylic, nylon, and cotton.
This time, let’s make cute carnations using yarn.
It’s best if a teacher or guardian handles steps like wrapping the wire and floral tape for safety.
Make a wonderful gift together with your child and give it to someone special!
Coffee filter carnation

Layer coffee filters to create beautiful petals! Here are some ideas for coffee filter carnations.
Coffee filters are commonly sold in white and brown, but this time we’ll use white filters for our project.
You’ll need coffee filters, toothpicks, tape, floral tape, water-based markers, and a dropper.
Once your coffee filter carnation is complete, try placing it in a box and giving it as a gift.



