Fun November craft ideas for 1-year-olds!

A perfectly round owl made from a paper plate

Here’s a craft idea for making an owl using a paper plate and origami paper.

First, tear the origami paper into pieces of any size you like.

Let the children help with this step.

Next, prepare a paper plate, apply glue all over it, and stick on the torn pieces of origami paper.

Finally, attach the owl’s facial features and other parts, and it’s done! Adults can attach the parts, but you can also put double-sided tape on the back to make them like stickers so the children can stick them on themselves.

Punch a hole and thread a string through it, and it becomes a cute hanging decoration for autumn.

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Grapes made with tissue paper

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Adorable 3D grapes! Here’s an idea for making grapes with tissue paper.

You’ll need purple, light purple, or yellow‑green tissue paper, construction paper, a clear cellophane bag, and double-sided tape.

This grape craft—made by rolling tissue paper into balls with both hands—is a fun project for kids.

It’s exciting to put the rolled tissue paper into the cellophane bag, too! After filling the bag, shape it, then attach a leaf cut from construction paper, and you’re done.

The three-dimensional result has a warm, handmade feel.

Autumn leaves made using aluminum foil

[Crafts] Introducing Autumn Crafts Using Aluminum Foil [Daycare/Kindergarten]

Feel the autumn season indoors! Here’s a craft idea for creating fall foliage using aluminum foil.

All you need is aluminum foil, paint, and A4 paper.

In this activity, you crumple the foil and use it as a stamp to apply paint.

The unique texture of the foil and the fun of coloring will capture children’s interest while helping develop their fine motor skills.

You can also use a child’s handprint for the tree trunk, making it a keepsake that reflects their growth.

It’s a project that lets you enjoy autumn vibes while exploring how colors blend.

Changing the size of the foil or how tightly you crumple it will affect how the paint goes on, which makes it even more fun.

Give it a try!

Rolling acorn with a marble run

Let’s make acorns you can create while playing by rolling marbles! First, cut brown construction paper into the shape of an acorn.

Next, roll marbles coated with paint across the paper.

If you place a tray or similar item under the paper, kids can work safely and comfortably.

Once patterns appear on the paper, cut out a cap shape and attach it to the acorn illustration.

Finally, use cut pipe cleaners to make arms and legs, draw a face, and you’re done! How about making some cute acorns that capture the feeling of autumn?

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Spiky hedgehog made with a fork stamp

Here’s a craft idea that uses a fork to create a hedgehog’s spines.

First, cut out a hedgehog silhouette from paper and paste it onto construction paper.

Next, draw the hedgehog’s facial features and decorate with stickers or bits of paper.

Dip a fork into paints mixed from colors like brown, green, and yellow, then stamp the fork onto the hedgehog’s body area.

By placing the fork marks randomly without diluting the paint with water, you can effectively suggest the hedgehog’s spiky texture.

Finally, glue on decorations like leaves or food items to the construction paper, and you’re done.

Give this craft a try to enjoy the fun of stamping with a fork.

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A hedgehog made with masking tape

A hedgehog craft idea made with colorful washi (masking) tape.

First, create a hedgehog base using construction paper.

It’s also fun to paint or draw the facial expression with paints or crayons.

Use masking tape to represent the hedgehog’s quills.

The key here is to let children stick the tape freely without deciding on exact positions or how to apply it.

Have them choose their favorite tapes from a wide selection and create their own designs.

Try this idea in childcare settings as a way to nurture children’s expressive skills and imagination.

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Grapes made with rings

Here’s an easy way to make grapes using paper loops.

Prepare several long, narrow strips of purple origami paper in different shades and combine them.

Instead of simply linking the loops, cross them as you connect them to create a realistic grape cluster shape.

Once the shape is formed, secure a few spots with glue.

Attach a leaf at the end, and your delicious-looking grape cluster is complete.

Make several and stick them on the wall to create a seasonal wall decoration.

You can also prepare the paper loops for the grape clusters in advance.

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