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47 St. Patrick's Day Crafts To Make With Your Little Leprechauns

These craft ideas will double as the best DIY decor come March 17.

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St. Patrick’s Day is an ideal opportunity to create a world of crafts with kids at home. All you need are some basic supplies — including many you may already have in the house right now — and a ton of adornments in the color of the day: green, of course!

Get ready for the festivities on March 17 with our list of St. Patrick’s Day crafts for kids of all ages, skill levels, and attention spans. You’ll find a range of ideas from simple leprechaun hats made from recycled toilet paper rolls to sewn shamrock brooches for the advanced crafter (so you’re never without the pinch-preventing splash of green in your wardrobe on the big day!).

Think paper wreaths and shamrocks, treat buckets, on-theme slime, and a range of projects around the rainbow motif. Give the results as festive gifts for neighbors and friends, or just transform your house into a St. Patrick’s day dream with your new decorations in every shade of green.

Still looking for more St. Patrick’s Day inspo? Try these St. Patrick’s Day activities, St. Patrick’s Day movie picks, and our enormous trove of St. Patrick’s Day recipe ideas. (You might say they’re better than a pot of gold!)

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Woman's Day
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A Little Bit of Luck

Thanks to this shamrock brooch craft, you'll never have to worry about getting pinched on March 17 again. You can even make it as a hair clip, if that's more your style.

Get the A Little Bit of Luck tutorial.

RELATED: 55+ St. Patrick's Day Recipes That Are Better Than a Pot of Gold

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Design Improvised
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Potted Paper Shamrocks

Forget flowers. These gorgeously modern potted paper shamrocks will liven up any living room, kitchen, or bedroom this March or even year-round.

Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.

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Mike Garten
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Shamrock Cupcakes

A craft that doubles as a tasty St. Paddy's Day treat. What more could you possibly want from a fun, festive activity?

Get the Shamrock Cupcakes tutorial.

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A Mom's Impression
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Shamrock Wreath

Though it does take a bit of time to craft, this gorgeous wreath is a great way to add a little extra holiday spirit to any room in the house or the front porch.

Get the tutorial at A Mom's Impression.

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Cutesy Crafts
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Paper Plate Rainbow

You don't have to limit your St. Patrick's Day crafts to the color green. A leprechaun's pot of gold can be found at the end of the rainbow, after all.

Get the tutorial at Cutesy Crafts.

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Irish Coffee Mugs

Just because your little ones may not be drinking out of coffee mugs yet, doesn't mean they can't help you decorate your own. Give them a design to imitate or let their imagination guide their art. Either way, you get a cool new holiday mug out of it.

Get the tutorial at It All Started With Paint.

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Houseful of Homemade
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Shadow Box

This craft involves nails and a power drill, so it may be better for adults, but that's not to say your little ones can't chip in. Ask them to help you cut the shamrocks to fill the shadow box. You can even turn the decoration into a fun game by adding one four-leaf clover in the sea of three-leaf ones. Whoever finds it first, wins.

Get the tutorial at Houseful of Homemade.

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Three Little Ferns
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Four-Leaf Clover Sun Catcher

Unlike other St. Patrick's Day crafts, this one isn't too messy, and the pieces that do fall on the floor could easy be picked up by hand or vacuumed, making it a great craft to do with the whole family.

Get the tutorial at Three Little Ferns.

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Design Improvised
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Terrariums

Combine some of the most classic things about St. Patrick's Day in one adorable little craft. Leprechauns? Check. Gold coins? Check. Rainbows? Check.

Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.

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Fun Express
Shamrock Handprint Sign

This craft doubles as a gorgeous St. Patrick's Day decoration. Plus, your kid's handprint adds a sweet personal touch to any room in the house.

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Woodpeckers
DIY Wooden Clover Decorations

Transform these pre-cut, shamrock-shaped wooden cutouts with any decorations you like. Draw a cute holiday pattern. Scribble your favorite Irish saying. Or simply coat the sign in green paint or glitter.

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As the Bunny Hops
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Shamrock Slime

You're never too old to get a little down and dirty. Create some green and glittering slime that is sure to keep the kids occupied.

Get the tutorial at As The Bunny Hops.

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Burton Ave
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St. Paddy’s Day Treat Bucket

The treats make the holiday! Design some cute treat buckets as St. Patrick’s Day decor, or as vessels to give away goodies to family and friends.

Get the tutorial at Burton Ave.

st patricks day crafts shamrock mason jars
Mason Jars Crafts Love
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Shamrock Mason Jars

This craft will be a hit with adults and kids alike. Using gold spray paint and green paint, you'll turn a standard mason jar into a decorative piece.

Get the tutorial at Mason Jar Crafts.

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Jenny Irvine
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Fruit Loop Rainbow

This fun craft is a great hands-on project for kids. Plus, some of the supplies make great snacks while you're crafting.

Get the tutorial at Jenny Irvine.

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Lucky Shamrock Coin Bags

It would be such a shame to find the end of the rainbow and then not have anywhere to store the gold you find. These cute shamrock coin bags are up to the task.

Get the tutorial at Ribbons and Glue.

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Lisa Griffith
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Leprechaun Candy Huggers

These adorable paper leprechauns are perfect for hugging gold coins, and inspiring some hugs from your little ones, too.

Get the tutorial at Lisa Griffith.

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Balancing Home
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Shamrock Coloring Printable

If you're looking for a fun and relaxing craft that involves little risk for mess, these fun printables are the perfect activity.

Get the tutorial at Balancing Home.

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Paging Supermom
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Simple Leprechaun Dress Up

Transform your son (or daughter!) into an adorable leprechaun with construction paper and string.

Get the tutorial at Paging Supermom.

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Layered Felt Rainbow Magnet

The kids will love putting together this colorful rainbow magnet — and you'll love the way it looks on your fridge.

Get the tutorial at Crafts By Amanda.

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St. Patrick's Day Play and Sensory Craft

Not only is this shamrock-inspired craft fun for toddlers, but it also helps stimulate their senses as they paint with their fingers.

Get the tutorial at No Time for Flash Cards.

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Rainbow Skittle Treat Bags

These super sweet bags make the perfect party favor for a school celebration. The labels are printable, so the only thing you have to worry about is getting the plastic bags and candy.

Get the tutorial at Cincy Shopper.

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Rainbow Paper Plate Craft

This simple craft only takes a few steps, making it a great option for preschoolers.

Get the tutorial at Inner Child Fun.

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Cutesy Crafts
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Eraser-Stamped T-Shirt

Instead of buying a new green shirt, have your kids decorate their own St. Paddy's Day shirts to wear to the parade this year.

Get the tutorial at Cutesy Crafts.

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Leprechaun Hats

Recycle toilet paper rolls into these cute, mini green hats.

Get the tutorial at The Resourceful Mama.

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Pom-Pom Garland

With the help of some extra hands, you can decorate your home with pretty shamrock garland, the perfect decor for your St. Patrick's Day dinner.

Get the tutorial at Designed Improvised.

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Crepe-Paper Shamrock

These cute clovers are easy enough for preschoolers to tackle.

Get the tutorial at The Resourceful Mama.

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Pot of Gold Discovery Bottle

Turn a bottle of glitter into a sensory activity for your younger children.

Get the tutorial at Sunny Day Family.

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Handy Man

Preserve their tiny handprints forever with this precious painting craft.

Get the tutorial at Crafty Morning.

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Sparkly Lime Jello Play Dough

The best part of making your own play dough is adding the sparkling green color.

Get the tutorial at Plain Vanilla Mom.

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