Paper crafts are easy to complete because they often require a few supplies that are found around the house. Online sites provide directions on using paper plates to create masks, lanterns and baskets. By using an online printable, you can turn a paper bag into an animal puppet. Many printable coloring pages that can be found online. Instead of buying your preschooler a coloring book, create your own at home. Print coloring pages and create a booklet by punching holes along a side and tying together with yarn or ribbon.
Many online crafts involve using household items that you'd typically throw away. Instead of disposing of these items, allow your preschooler to create a craft from them. Use baby food jars to create snow globes and gel air fresheners. Use online directions to create various animals. Online crafts can be found that turn egg cartons into Christmas bells, a fire truck or a planter.
Instead of buying paint for your preschooler to use, make your own at home. Several homemade finger paint recipes can be found online. Many of these recipes, such as pudding paint, use food items so they're safe if your child eats them. Face paint recipes and ideas can also be found online. Online art lesson plans teach your child basic art skills, such as mixing paint colors.
Clay is another item that can be made at home. Several online recipes can be found including chocolate clay, which uses melted chocolate and light corn syrup. Clay made from drink mixes is another online easy recipe and requires very few ingredients. Find online craft ideas on creating clay pots, animals or your child's handprint.