Spring is on the horizon and is the perfect inspiration for our spring art projects.
The season is filled with opportunities for creativity, thanks to the growth of new flowers, the warmer air, and the presence of the sun.
In our round-up, you’ll find plenty of spring art projects for kids of all ages, from chalk-drawn tulips to tissue paper cherry blossoms.
Art is a great way to encourage your child's imagination, as well as keep them entertained during the school holidays. There’s also plenty of tactile art projects on here which are ideal for toddlers.
Every tutorial on our list is simple, quick and completely free. Pop your aprons on, it’s time to get crafty!
15 spring art projects for kids of all ages
1. Cherry Blossom cotton wool painting
This lovely tutorial from Projects For Kids is the perfect spring art project for preschoolers. The tutorial includes a free downloadable PDF of the tree branches to print at home.
2. Butterfly painting symmetry
The Craft Train has a wonderful tutorial on how to make a painted butterfly using a fold-and-print method. They have a free butterfly template for you to download and cut out at home.
3. Paint a flower garden
Create a whole field of blossoming flowers with Painted Paper Art. This one is fab for toddlers and smaller children, as it’s so easy to do!
4. Dot-to-dot flower plates
You’ll need dot markers for this art project, which are great for improving coordination in younger children. The Kindergarten Connection has a wonderful tutorial on how to use dot markers and paper plates to create a beautiful flower painting.
5. Fork painted spring meadow
If your little ones love texture and tactile crafts, this inventive art project from The Pinterested Parent will be ideal. They’ll use thick acrylic paint, and scrape through it with a fork to create a grassy texture.
6. Butterfly art project
Chalks at the ready! With PreSchool Mom you can create dazzling chalk artwork with your little ones. It’s great for preschoolers as chalk is so easy to clean up.
7. Bubble spring art project
Bubbles are always magical! If you’ve never tried bubble painting with your kids, it’s a quick and easy craft that can be ready to go in just 5 minutes. A Piece of Rainbow shows how to make gorgeous Hydrangea flowers.
Easter crafts that kids will love
With the arrival of spring brings Easter! That means lots of exciting Easter Crafts for Kids to try.
8. Spring-themed colouring pages
Sometimes a simple colouring page will do the trick and keep the kids happy! We love this downloadable tulip watering can drawing by Arty Crafty Kids.
9. Rainy window painting
We’ve all heard of April showers, but they don’t have to be dreary! With The Keeper of Memories, you can celebrate the downpours in paint. This one is great for kindergarten age.
10. Chalk pastel tulip painting
If you’re looking for spring art projects for older kids, this one's for you! Projects With Kids shows us how to make bright, bold tulips.
11. Paint flowers with balloons
Have you got leftover balloons? Make use of them through art with DIY Joy! Kids will adore this project as it’s so simple yet lots of fun. The result is a colourful abundance of pretty flowers.
12. Tissue paper spring art projects
Balled-up tissue paper is a great way to easily build big colourful artwork. Woo Jr has a lovely tutorial for creating a tissue paper flower. They also have a free flower template you can download.
13. Folk art bunnies
Create beautiful leaping bunny artwork with Barley and Birch’s simple tutorial. There’s a free template to download too.
14. Batik spring art projects for kids
Have you heard of Batik Art? It’s when wax is used to create patterns on fabric which will resist colour once dyed. Art Bar’s tutorial is a kid-friendly version which is easy to do.
15. Crumpled paper art project for toddlers
This project works in a similar way to tie dye except you’re using paper. Buddy and Buggy have a fabulous tutorial on how to create different colourful effects with crumpled paper.
Spring art projects for kids to brighten their day
Get your kids feeling creative with these enjoyable spring art projects, from leaping bunnies to flurries of flowers – there’s something for everyone.
Can’t get enough of spring crafts?
You’re in luck, we have a whole round-up of our favourite spring crafts for kids. Think butterflies, daffodils and sunshine.
