50 Monster Crafts for Kids for Any Time of Year!

These monster crafts are amazing! These easy monster crafts are silly, not-so-scary, and a fun way to keep kids busy. These cute monster fun crafts are great for kids of all ages: toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten kids. These monster craft ideas are great whether you’re at home or in a classroom.

Monster Crafts

The word monster used to be a scary thing for kids, but not so much anymore. There are so many colorful monster crafts for kids these days, you can even theme an entire party with monsters! I love making them because there are just so many creative possibilities. From one giant eye to a face full of tiny eyeballs, their personalities are all so different!

Monster Crafts for Kids, for Any Time of Year!

Whether you have a monster crazed preschooler or an elementary aged child ready for a monster party, there are plenty of ideas here to keep you busy! The first order of business to to make some Monster Party Invitations and once those are done, you can get going on the rest of the monsterific party decorations!

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Recycled Monster Crafts

1. Canning Lid Monsters Craft

A fun way to use those canning lids once your jars are empty! Make Canning Lid Monsters from Crafts by Amanda. Add some googly eyes and make some cute little monsters.

2. Cardboard Box Monsters Craft

Make funky Cardboard Box Monsters with recycled materials from Craft Jr. You don’t have to make scary monster crafts when you have these fun monsters! I love this cute monster craft.

3. Cardboard Tube Ghouls Craft

Your imagination and colorful paper turn recycled cardboard tubes into an entire family of Cardboard Tube Ghouls from Crafts by Amanda

4. Cardboard Tube Monsters Craft

Alisa Burke also turned cardboard tubes into a fabulous collection of Cardboard Tube Monsters.

Video: TP Roll Monsters

5. Cereal Box Monster Crafts

Don’t throw out  that cereal box. You can create Cereal Box Monsters with Kix Cereal’s instructions.

6. Colorful CD/DVD Monsters Craft

CDs and DVDs are almost obsolete, but don’t toss them just yet. Grab the duct tape to make these Colorful CD/DVD Monsters from Crafts by Amanda.

7. Recycled Juice Box Monster Craft

Make monsters from recycled juice box containers with Crafts by Amanda

8. Monster Mobile Craft

Kids will love this Monster Mobile from Happy Hooligans.

9. Monster Treat Bag Craft

Planning a party? These Monster Treat Bags are great as a make & take.

10. Peach Pit Monster Craft

Who knew? Turn your peach pits into monsters! With Projects fro Preschoolers.

11. Plastic Lid Monster Craft For Kids

Turn lids from milk jugs, orange juice and other containers into these Plastic Lid Monsters from Crafts by Amanda.

12. Monster Bread Tag Craft

Crafts by Amanda also shows you how to create Monsters from Bread Tags.

13. Sandwich Box Monster Craft

This darling Sandwich Box Monster from Spoonful is ready for a treat!

14. Tissue Box Monster Craft

Giggles Galore shows us her version with this Tissue Box Monster.

Fabric, Felt & Foam Monster Crafts

15. Felt Monster Craft For Kids

Nifty, Thrifty & Thriving made some felt monsters in order to create a banner for her son’s birthday.

16. Glitter Foam Monster Crafts

These Glitter Foam Monsters from Crafts by Amanda are perfect for a group activity or a make & take!

17. Glove Monster Crafts

Who could resist these darling Glove Monsters from Craftaholics Anonymous?

18. Monster Felt Board Book Craft

Head over to Kix Cereal to learn how to make a monster felt board book from a cereal box!

19. Mix and Match Monster Crafts

Mix and Match Monsters is a fun activity your kids will love from And Next Comes L

20. Monster Jeans Patch Crafts

Hole in your child’s jeans? Make a Monster Jeans Patch from One Artsy Mama

21. Monster Sleep Mask Crafts

Monster Sleep Masks are a fun way to put the kids to bed. From Mom

22. Pocket Tissue Monster Craft

Morena’s Corner keeps her kids’ tissues handy in this Pocket Tissue Monster.

23. Shape Monsters Craft

A fun way to learn shapes with Shape Monsters from House of Baby Piranha

24. Sock Monster Craft

Turn mismatched socks into adorable Sock Monsters from Fave Crafts.

School Helpers Monster Craft

25. Craft Stick Monster Craft

These Craft Stick Monsters make great bookmarks, via Crafts by Amanda.

26. Monster Corkboard Craft

You can use a wreath and duct tape to make a Monster Corkboard to hold all your notes and assignments – from Crafts by Amanda.

27. Monster Bookmark Craft

Crafts by Amanda shows how to make Monster Bookmarks from hair clips.

28. Monster Corner Bookmark Craft

Tally’s Treasury shows you how to create Monster Corner Bookmarks.

29. Monster Pencil Holder Craft

Turn shampoo bottles into Monster Pencil Holders via Madame Criativa.

30. Monster Pencils Craft

These colorful Monster Pencils come from 36th Avenue

Monster Puppets & Play Thing Crafts

31. Boogie Monster Crafts

Get down to the beat with these silly Boogie Monsters from Craftaholics Anonymous.

32. Colorful Pasta Monsters Craft

Make Colorful Pasta Monsters via Crafts by Amanda.

33. Felt Monster Puppet Crafts

Turn felt into monster puppets with The Style Safari.

34. Monster Finger Puppet Crafts

If you prefer finger puppets, then  Mom Endeavors has you covered.

35. Easy Monster Puppet Craft

These friendly looking Monster Puppets come from Kix Cereal.

36. Making Monsters From Playdough

Let their imagination run wild making monsters from play dough with Fun Family Crafts.

37. Rock Monsters Crafts

Rock Monsters from Free Kids Crafts are always a hit. This is a great way to make friendly monsters in different shapes and still practice fine motor skills.

38. Yarn Monster Crafts

Want another easy peasy monster craft? Then you’ll love this simple craft. Eighteen 25 shows you how to make these whimsical Yarn Monsters.

Other Monster Arts, Crafts & Activities

39. Monster Eyeball Picture Frame Craft

Display your child’s artwork or pictures in these adorable Monster Eyeball Picture Frames.

40. Bath Time Monster Craft

Have fun in the tub with these monsters at Crafting Things New

41. Monster Blow Painting Craft

Blow Painting is fun for all ages, via Raising Sparks

42. Monster Coat Hanger Craft

Make your closet a monster friendly place with monster coat hangers from Articulation.

43. Crinkle Paper Monster Craft

Turn crinkle paper into a monster with No Time For Flash Cards.

44. Glitter Slime Monster Crafts

Glitter Slime Monsters are perfect for Halloween, via 36th Avenue.

45. Googly Eye Monster Craft

These Googley Eyed Green Blobs from Make and Takes are a perfect party craft.

46. Handprint Monster Crafts

Turn handprints into monsters with Meet the Dubiens.

47. Monster Balloon Craft

Planning a monster party? Don’t miss these Monster Balloons via Mas and Pas.

48. Monster Cup Craft

We love these Monster Cups from Bombshell Bling.

49. Monster Mug Craft

Decorate your very own Monster Mugs from Repeat Crafter Me.

50. Monster Confetti Craft

Make your own Monster Confetti to add a dash of color to your table.

51. Monster Wreath Craft

Make a Monster Wreath for your front door with Baby Rabies.

52. No-Mess Monster Craft

Kids Activities Blog shares these super fun No-Mess Monsters.

*BONUS*  Fun Monster Snack Ideas!

53. Fruit Monsters

These healthy Fruit Monsters will help keep your little monsters feeling great!

54. Monster Fruit Cups

Want a more portable treat? These Monster Fruit Cups are sure to be a real hit!

Why do kids love monsters?

Monsters help kids process their emotions. Talking about monsters can help kids work through scary thoughts and feelings. Plus, they’re funny looking!

What age are kids afraid of monsters?

Usually between the ages of 3 and 8

How do you throw a monster party for kids?

To plan a monster party, start with cute DIY monster invitations. Then plan some monster crafts and games for the kids. Don’t forget a monster cake or monster fruit cups!

More Monster Fun From Kids Activities Blog

• This rock monster craft is so cute.
• Take a look at this monster truck craft!
• M is for Monster craft.
• We have the cutest toilet paper roll monster crafts for kids.
• We have so many delicious monster cookie recipes.
• Look at these ping pong ball monster crafts!
• Your little one will love this adorable and friendly monster coloring pages.
• You will love this Nibbles the book monster coloring pages!
• How awesome are these puffy paint monsters?!
• Want more Monster fun? Check out these monster coloring pages!

Which monster crafts did you try out with your kids?