Arty Ideas with Leaves by Age


The colours and patterns of leaves inspire us in so many ways. Here are some ideas by age ...

Ideas for kids aged 8+

Leaf Positive Negative Art

NEW - There are 4 leaf shapes to choose from in our Leaf Positive Negative Art set, plus 4 optional line art grids to use as a background pattern starters.

Check out our Positive Negative Art Collection, a value pack containing all our Positive Negative Art projects to date.

More Leaf Projects for Older Kids


Ideas for 5-8 year olds

Leaf Print Animals

Turn arty leaf prints into woodland animals. So cute and easy!

​Get the tutorial here.

More ideas for 5-8 year olds


Ideas for Preschoolers

Fall Tree Blow Art

Create gorgeous deciduous Autumn trees using a simple straw blow art technique. Free template available.

​Get the tutorial here

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Pumpkin Houses

Randi says (in our TPT store):

"This is a super cute and easy pumpkin house craft—my students loved it, and the finished projects turned out adorable! ??"

​See how to make it and get the template here.

Happy crafting,

Kate

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