Here are 5 festive, DIY Mardi Gras crafts for kids this Carnival Season

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Mardi Gras is a time of joy, color, and creativity, and what better way to get your little ones into the festive spirit than with some fun crafts?


 

Whether you’re preparing for a parade, hosting a party, or just looking for something fun to do at home, Mardi Gras crafts are the perfect way to get kids involved in the celebration. Here are 5 Mardi Gras craft ideas that will keep kids entertained and inspired during this lively season!

 

1: DIY Mardi Gras Masks
Masks are one of the most iconic elements of Mardi Gras, and making your own is a great way to get into the spirit of the season. Plus, it’s a perfect craft for kids to wear to parades or at home parties!

What You’ll Need:

  • Plain paper or plastic masks (available at craft stores)
  • Glue
  • Feathers, sequins, glitter, beads, and stickers
  • Markers or paints
  • Elastic string (to wear the mask)

How to Make It:

  • Let kids decorate their masks with all sorts of fun materials like feathers, glitter, and beads.
  • Add a personal touch with bright markers or paint.
  • Attach an elastic string so kids can wear their creations proudly during the Mardi Gras festivities.

 

2: Bead Necklaces and Bracelets
Mardi Gras is known for its bead throws, so why not make your own colorful jewelry to wear and trade?


What You’ll Need:

  • Mardi Gras-colored beads (purple, green, and gold)
  • String or elastic cord
  • Scissors

How to Make It:

  • Have kids string beads onto the cord to create their own necklaces or bracelets.
  • Encourage them to make patterns with the beads or create unique designs.
  • Once they’re finished, help them tie off the ends to create wearable Mardi Gras accessories.

 

3: Mardi Gras Crowns
Every child can be Mardi Gras royalty with a sparkly, fun crown. This craft is simple and makes a perfect costume accessory.

What You’ll Need:

  • Cardstock or construction paper
  • Glitter, gems, and stickers
  • Glue or tape
  • Scissors

How to Make It:


  • Cut a strip of cardstock to fit around your child’s head.
  • Cut zigzag or pointed edges along the top of the strip to create the crown shape.
  • Let kids decorate their crowns with glitter, gems, and Mardi Gras stickers.
  • Tape or glue the ends of the crown to fit it snugly on their heads.

 

4: Mardi Gras Parade Floats
Create your very own mini Mardi Gras parade with these adorable DIY floats! It’s a great way for kids to showcase their creativity and build something fun to “march” in their own living room parade.

What You’ll Need:

  • Shoeboxes or small cardboard boxes
  • Markers, paint, and crayons
  • Construction paper
  • Small toys or figurines (to decorate the float)
  • Glue or tape

How to Make It:

  • Let kids paint or decorate the shoeboxes to create their parade floats.
  • Use construction paper to create banners, flowers, or streamers for extra flair.
  • Add small figurines, animals, or any fun characters to the floats.
  • Once the floats are ready, have a mini parade in your living room or backyard to show off the creations!

 


5: King Cake Craft
King Cake is a Mardi Gras tradition, and making a craft version of this iconic dessert is a fun way to get kids involved in the celebrations—without the mess!

What You’ll Need:

  • A paper plate
  • Paint or markers
  • Glitter and sequins (optional)
  • Small plastic baby figurine (optional)

How to Make It:

  • Use the paper plate as the base of your King Cake.
  • Paint the plate in purple, green, and gold—Mardi Gras colors.
  • Once the paint dries, sprinkle glitter or add sequins to make it sparkly and festive.
  • For fun, hide a small plastic baby inside (as is tradition in a real King Cake).

 

Gather your supplies, let the kids get crafty, and enjoy a festive Mardi Gras celebration that’s as fun to make as it is to celebrate!