Discover 23 easy pirate crafts and great ideas to bring out the adventurer in your kids. From pirate puppets to paper plate crafts and more!
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We all know how popular pirate crafts are with kids. How often have we seen them playing pirates, wearing eye patches, and running around having pretend sword fights?
There are so many fun pirate-themed crafts and activities included in this collection. So get ready for a swashbuckling adventure!
Tips
To make kids’ craft time even easier, it helps to have common craft supplies on hand. That way you are not running out at the last minute to pick up materials. Most of these can be used in all kinds of craft projects and are inexpensive.
Here are some of the most used:
- Construction paper
- Glue
- Pom poms, cotton balls, and other embellishments
- Paper plates
- Empty cardboard tubes
- Kids scissors
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Fun Pirate Crafts for Kids
Are your little ones ready to set sail on a crafty adventure? Look no further, because we’ve got the ultimate treasure trove of pirate crafts for kids. Take a look around and be sure to save your favorites for your next craft time.
Pirate Crafts for Kids
Enjoy these fun pirate activities that you can create with just a few inexpensive craft supplies.
Paper Cup Pirate Craft for Kids
This little paper cup pirate craft is the cutest kids craft! From the googly eye to the mustache, kids will flip for this little guy.
Egg Carton Treasure Chest
Recycle an empty egg carton into a treasure chest filled with gold! This is a quick and easy craft for kids of all ages.
Skull and Crossbones Pirate Birthday Party Hats
No pirate outfit is complete without a pirate hat! This one can be made in just a few minutes.
Origami Pirate Hat Tutorial
Shiver me timbers...learn how to make your own pirate hat with a simple origami paper folding.
DIY Pirate Costume from Duct Tape
Make the cutest pirate costume with a sword made with duct tape. This is a simple DIY and inexpensive too.
Origami Boat Paper Pirate Ship
Every pirate needs a pirate ship! Plan a craft day with the kids and make a few of these for play time.
Pirate Monkey Craft For Kids
Use the included free template to craft a sweet little pirate monkey card. You could also add a magnet to the back and hang them on the refrigerator.
Cardboard Roll Pirate Craft
Put those empty cardboard tubes to good use by making this fun pirate craft. These would work perfectly for finger puppets. Kids could talk like a pirate while acting out a pirate scene.
Handprint Pirate Craft For Kids
Handprint crafts are always popular with kids an parents. Parents can make one as a keepsake and kids will enjoy making a pirate face on their handprint.
Popsicle Stick Pirate Craft for Kids
Popsicle sticks are a staple in any craft closet to use in kids crafts. You can easily make these cute pirate craft sticks with yarn and a scrap paper.
DIY Pirate Paper Plate Craft for Kids
Get ready to put those paper plates to good use. It is surprisingly easy to make a fun paper plate pirate with a unique face.
Playful Paper Bag Pirate Puppet
Recycle a paper bag into a cool pirate puppet perfect for playtime.
Pirate Ship Paper Plate Craft
The great thing about this paper plate craft is it's simple enough for even younger children. It's a budget-friendly craft too!
Pirate Treasure Slime
Learn how to make pirate treasure slime perfect for little treasure lovers. This would also be great for a birthday party craft.
Pirate Craft with Template
Kids can use their imagination to design their own pirate with just a bit of construction paper.
Fun Pirate Craft For Kids
Here is a great craft activity for a pirate-themed party, or weekend playtime.
How to Make Pirate Treasure
Plan an afternoon craft time with the kids making pirate treasure. Once it's made, you can use it for play time.
Simple Pirate Sensory Bottle
Sensory bottles are a favorite craft for kids. This pirate themed version will provide hours of fun as kids search for hidden treasures inside the swirling water.
Round Pirate Craft DIY
Here is a different take on a pirate. Learn how to make an adorable round pirate craft out of paper. This is just darling!
Nature Stick Pirate Ships Craft
Incorporate a bit of nature into craft time with these clever nature stick pirate ships. Great for kids of all ages!
Craft Stick Pirate Craft
Use inexpensive craft sticks to make the most adorable pirates-complete with eye patch!
Five Little Pirates Pirate Craft and Printable
Learn the Five Little Pirates rhyme to sing with the kids while playing with pirate finger puppets. This is such a great idea for rainy day afternoons.
How to Make Googly Eye Pirate Finger Puppets
Inspire kids to use their imagination by making a colorful collection of pirate puppets with googly eyes. These are sure to be a hit!
What did you think of these fun pirate crafts? They are a great way to spark kids’ imaginations and creativity. These crafts will keep them engaged and entertained and provide an opportunity to learn about pirates and their adventures. Let the crafting begin!
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