I am lucky to say that I grew up in a very artistic home. My mom was always painting new decor for holidays or encouraging my siblings and me to work on new art projects. Though I may not still draw or paint the way that I used to, I spend most of my time writing (seeing as it’s my full-time job) and I’d like to think that all of my time being artistic growing up helped me get to that point. That’s why I will most definitely be raising my own kids on art. I’m a firm believer that flexing that creative muscle is such an important skill to have later in life. Plus, it helps get them off their iPads.
If you’re looking for art supplies to keep your kiddo busy painting, drawing, or crafting, then look no further, because Amazon has it all. From doodle pads that won’t hurt their eyes to tie-dye kits you can use to make custom clothing to jewelry-making kits that make perfect BFF bracelets, these 37 arts and craft supplies will keep little hands busy.
Personalize Clothes with Fabric Markers
There’s something about personalized clothing that I adore. I love when people transform a simple pair of white sneakers or a basic tee into a one-of-a-kind piece of art. And with these fabric markers, that can be you. The 36 markers are super vibrant, fade-resistant, and weatherproof.
These Paints Glow in the Dark
Kids love all things that glow-in-the-dark, so why not include paints in their obsession? These show perfectly in the sun, but after a long day of charging, they absolutely pop once the lights are off.
Get to Tie-Dying
Tie-dying was one of my favorite activities as a kid. So I love that it became popular again a couple of years ago. And now that the hype has died down a bit, finding kits like this one is possible once again. It comes with 18 different colors and a booklet with eight different looks you can recreate.
You Can Make So Many Things
Construction paper, while it may not seem like much, can be used for a wide variety of projects. We used it almost daily in school when I was a kid.
Reviews say, “It’s always a good idea to have construction paper in the house for school projects. If your kids are anything like mine, they tell me at 9 pm the night before a project is due.”
Acrylic Paints Can Be Used for a Ton of Projects
Whether you’re painting canvases, decor items, fabric, or rocks, these acrylic paints are some of the best out there. For under $30, you get 24 different colors that are as vibrant as they are easy to use. There’s a reason they have a perfect 5-star rating, after all.
I Loved These WikkiStix as a Kid
Tell me I’m not the only one who remembers WikkiStix. The waxed yarn can be bent and altered to create whatever is in your children’s hearts. I played with these on airplanes my entire childhood and now you can play with them with your own kids.
These Markers Are a Must-Have
Markers are yet another art supply that every household with kids should have. And it’s no secret that Crayola has made a name for itself in this field. Just look at the 5-star rating of these markers–and that’s with over 30,000 reviews! They have pretty much every color under the sun.
Make Matching Bracelets with Your Kids
Make you and your little matching charm bracelets with this jewelry kit. There are so many different kinds of charms, so your kids can pick items that have meaning to make their creations even more special.
No Art Set Is Complete without Quality Brushes
Of course, you can’t use those paints I mentioned earlier without some high-quality paintbrushes. For less than $10 (yes, you read that right), you get 10 different brushes that can be used for multiple different techniques. They’re perfect for amateurs and pros alike.
These Colored Pencils Offer Smooth Coloring
“I really love these pencils. They are creamy, blendable, hold their tip, and the colors are vibrant. I honestly think these are one of my favorite colored pencils! And while I love the round tube they come in, I will switch them out to a fabric roll, but keep the tube for other uses.” Need we say anything else about these colored pencils?
Every Artist Needs Paint Tray Palettes
Made from durable plastic, these paint tray palettes are the easiest way to organize your paints while working on a project. They even come in a pack of 12, so if you have multiple littles, you won’t have to worry about them fighting over them.
This Marble Paint Kit Creates Seriously Groovy Art
Marble artwork mesmerizes me even as an adult. This means that your kids are going to love it even more. This marble paint art kit makes the process easier than ever thanks to its design tray, carrageenan powder, and paint. It even comes with an illustrated instruction guide that will help your kiddos nail it.
These Dot Markers Are Mess-Free
Whether you’re using these dot markers for bingo or filling out one of the included activity books, there are a lot of ways to use these.
Reviews say, “These have been a hit in our house with our 3-year-old. Was hesitant about the staining issues people described so we worked on our glass kitchen table, and they wiped right up, no problem with clean up. I haven’t had any issues with leaking, other than the overflow when my toddler intentionally presses hard to make it overflow because he enjoys smearing it with his fingers. Also, came off his hands fairly easily, and had no long staining by the next day. We love the variety of colors this package has and the colors are rich and vibrant.”
Pipe Cleaners Are Actually Tons of Fun
“I love these! They were nicer than I had imagined. Lots of colors available and all are soft and full. These can compete with any available and win. I bought them for a certain craft and because they were so nice I found a lot of new crafts to do with them. Nothing cheap about these, they are worth more than they are being sold for.” We couldn’t agree more about these pipe cleaners, Roni!
A Watercolor Palette with a Nearly Perfect Rating
This list wouldn’t be complete without a watercolor palette. The almost perfect 5-star rated set, has 48 different colors, a lid that can be turned into a palette, and three brushes, so you can paint your heart out.
Make Your Art Shine
Where are all my 90s babies who were obsessed with glitter pens at? They were my favorite thing to draw with and I was always begging my mom to buy me new ones every time I was at the store. And now you can treat your kids to that same excitement with this set.
These Crayons Are Non-Toxic and Washable
Crayola pretty much runs this list and I’m not sorry about it. Along with the markers that I mentioned, you also want to gift your kids the joy of crayons. And this washable eight-pack is my go-to for kids. They’re easy to grip, non-toxic, and most importantly, washable.
Use This Art Pad with the Watercolor Paints
I wasn’t lying when I said that Crayola runs this list. Sure, you could get them at your local Target but it’s much cheaper (and convenient) on Amazon! This art pad is perfect to use with the Crayola markers I mentioned or those beautiful watercolors… just saying.
Freeze Any Moment in Time
Why not decorate your yard and capture memories at the same time? This stepping stones kit lets you do just that. It comes with gemstones, tiles, stickers, and more. Your front and backyard are going to look like a colorful wonderland by the time they’re done.
Create a Variety of Animals with Modeling Clay
Let your kids release their energy and tensions out on this modeling clay. It helps soothe stress, develop motor skills, enhance eye coordination, and boost creativity, so they will be as happy as can be. The real question is, what are you going to make first?
Fuse Beads Were My Favorite
I know this list is for children, but there are just so many craft items that I loved when I was younger (and still love)–these fuse beads included. With endless options for designs, this is where their imaginations can go wild. Pair them with some pegboards and they’ll be able to create thousands of designs.
These Pom Poms Lead to Endless Creativity
For under $11, this pom-pom set gives you over 400 pieces of art supplies that you can use for a variety of pieces of art.
Reviews say, “To give my toddler utter happiness in playing with fuzzy colorful tiny balls of joy I continue to sacrifice the cleanliness of my house and continue the wear and tear of my back to get down on the floor and pick these up. Toddler loves them. In all seriousness great for many activities from sensory. To colors. To counting. To sorting. Solid purchase. They are like glitter though. You will find Pom poms amongst the house for years to come.”
Become a Fashion Designer
Have a little diva in your home? Help her harness that attitude and creativity with this sketch portfolio. It includes 40 pre-printed model silhouettes, giving her the chance to create the outfits of her dreams. It even has stencils and stickers to bring them to life.
Craft an Afternoon of Fun
You can’t go wrong with a craft kit like this one. With hundreds of craft supplies, it has everything from pipe cleaners to pom poms to googly eyes to foam flowers and glitter glue—aka everything you need to create works of art.
No Markers Required with Rainbow Magic Paper
If your children tend to be messy, consider giving them this rainbow scratch paper to use. Use the included bamboo styluses to scratch away the black matte surface, revealing a bright, colorful background. They’ll be amazed at how quickly it changes with one little scratch! And you’ll love that there’s no mess to clean up.
This Spirograph Makes Easy, Creative Designs
The Spirograph has been around for years, including since I was a kid. So I love seeing that they’re still around and you can treat your kid to one. In case you’ve been living under a rock, this fun gadget allows you to create spiral doodles using different-sized design gears.
Decorate Your Home with Window Art
Making sun-catchers is such a fun weekend afternoon activity, and with this kit, it’s super easy to do. It includes 12 fun designs, with everything from a turtle, monkey, peace sign, and more along with eight different paint colors. Hang them in your kids’ room when they’re finished and they can admire their work.
This Diamond Painting Kit Is All The Rage
I had no idea what diamond painting was until my younger brother and sister became absolutely obsessed. And now I see it everywhere. There’s a good chance that if you have kids, you’ve already heard of it, but if not, you can let them in on the fun with this diamond painting kit. You can use it to create sun-catchers, keychains, stickers, and more.
Become a Pro Artist
When you want to feel like a pro artist, use this tracing pad. It’s super light, easy to carry, portable, and even comes with 1oo traceable images. It even comes with drawing utensils, too.
This Easel Makes Drawing and Painting Easier
Art doesn’t have to mean pen and paper. Sometimes it can be done on other mediums, much like this easel. It not only has a chalkboard and whiteboard but it also has a locking paper-roll holder, so they can use it while painting. So really it’s a 3-in-1 product, which as parents, we all love.
You Can Hang This String Art
Make art that you can display with this string art kit. Just inflate the star balloon, soak the string in the included special glue, wrap it, and remove it to reveal a 3D star lantern. It also comes with LED string lights, so you can make it glow.
Bring This Doodle Board Everywhere
If you want to keep them entertained for hours but don’t want them looking at blue light screens all day, consider this doodle board. It has LCD pressure-sensitive technology that’s easy on the eye, and it can be used over and over again.
These Crayons Are Great for Little Hands
How great is the shape of these crayons? They’re safe, non-toxic, washable, can be washed off with water, and don’t have any harmful chemicals that you don’t want around your kids. No stains on clothes, furniture, walls, or hands. Plus their unique peanut shape makes them easy to grip!
Wear Your Sand Art
“Did this with my 5-year-old son tonight and we both had a lot of fun! Very easy to do and sparks creativity. We used paper from a large pad (not included) to place our work on. You can also make a couple of necklaces. Great project for making gifts too!” Talk about the perfect bonding activity for you and your kids! This sand art kit includes four sand bottles, two pendant bottles, eight sand colors, a design tool and more.
Surprise Your Little One
Dino lovers will get a kick out of this paint set because they get to make the figurines look exactly the way that they want. With 10 different dinosaurs, they’ll have a full playset by the time they’re done painting.
This Set Has Over 1,000 Pieces
Here’s another fun art kit to get the arts and crafts going. From googly eyes to pipe cleaners to beads, the craft options are endless with this set. And for under $15, it won’t break the bank.
Sprawl Out and Draw
Your kids are going to need somewhere to draw—and this drawing table is just the place. It keeps paper rolls neat and flat and has plenty of storage ideal for crayons, markers, scissors, pencils, and more.