Hedgehogs are so cute! Make a few of these hedgehog crafts with your kids for some hands-on nature fun at home.
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Hedgehogs are so cute! They have tiny faces and kids of all ages love them.
In the wild, hedgehogs live in a variety of climates across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Their quills protect them from predators. They mostly eat bugs and hibernate in the winter.
Learn more interesting facts about hedgehogs, then make one of these hedgehog crafts. We’ve collected over a dozen fun and easy projects for kids to make using everyday craft supplies, plus a few special extras.
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Cute hedgehog craft ideas
These hedgehog crafts are made with paper, paint, clay, and other everyday supplies.
Paper Hedgehog
This cute paper hedgehog is easy to make in any size. The zig-zag folded paper creates an interesting texture!
Hedgehog Paper Craft
Grab the downloadable template to get started on this easy paper hedgehog.
Cute Handprint Hedgehog
We love a handprint craft! The spines on this hedgehog are made by tracing your child's hands.
Rainbow Hedgehog
Save your scrap paper to make all the folded spines on this colorful little hedgehog.
Simple Hedgehog Handprint Craft
Make this handprint hedgehog with your preschooler. Stacking the cutouts creates the spines in a unique pattern.
Clay Hedgehog
Give little kids the opportunity to practice cutting with scissors by making a clay hedgehog.
Hedgehog Corner Bookmark
Let this little hedgehog save the page in your book. Corner bookmarks are easy to make with your favorite craft paper.
Hedgehog Pom Pom
Learn how to make a big fluffy pom pom and turn it into an adorable, soft hedgehog. Once you've made the first one, the kids will want to make a dozen.
Leafy Hedgehog
Use real or paper leaves to decorate a simple outline for this creative hedgehog craft.
Hedgehog Learning Activity
Build a fun interactive scene with a soft hedgehog who can go through a log.
3D Paper Hedgehog
Use a 3D art technique to create this paper hedgehog. The zig-zag lines give kids plenty of cutting practice.
Hedgehog Paper Bracelets
Print and color hedgehog bracelets to show off your love for these cute little critters!
Pinecone Hedgehogs
Pinecones have the perfect spiky texture to turn them into hedgehogs. Add a paper face and don't forget to make them a friend!
Hedgehog crafts are a great kids’ activity to make anytime. Planing a whole week of nature activities? Make a squirrel craft next or try these nature activities to do in your backyard.
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