Create a simple dream catcher using paper plates, yarn, and beads. Let your child decorate it with stickers or markers before hanging it above their bed to “catch” sweet dreams.
2. Glow-in-the-Dark Star Art
Use glow-in-the-dark paint or stickers to make a starry night scene on paper. Let your child place their artwork near their bed to create a soothing, twinkling effect at bedtime.
3. Paper Pajama Dolls
Draw and cut out paper dolls and let your child design different pajama outfits using colored paper, fabric scraps, or stickers. This fun activity encourages creativity and bedtime excitement.
4. Sleepy-Time Storybook Making
Have your child create their own bedtime story by drawing pictures and writing simple sentences. Staple the pages together to make a personalized book they can read before bed.
5. DIY Lavender Sachets
Fill small fabric pouches or socks with dried lavender and cotton balls. Let your child decorate the sachets with fabric markers. These calming pouches can be placed under pillows for a relaxing scent.
6. Handprint Moon & Stars Art
Use non-toxic paint to make a handprint moon and fingerprints as stars on a dark-colored paper. This simple craft adds a personalized touch to bedtime décor.
7. Goodnight Gratitude Jars
Decorate a small jar with stickers and keep it by your child’s bedside. Each night, write down one happy moment or thing they’re grateful for and place it in the jar. This promotes positive bedtime reflections.
8. Pillowcase Decorating
Use fabric markers or stamps to let kids decorate their pillowcases with stars, moons, or their favourite bedtime characters. This makes bedtime even more special!
9. DIY Pajama Party Crowns
Cut out crown shapes from cardstock and let kids decorate them with stickers and glitter glue. They can wear their “sleepy crowns” during bedtime routines to make the night feel extra special.
10. Starry Night Sensory Bottle
Fill a clear bottle with water, glitter, and glow-in-the-dark stars. Seal it tightly and shake it up for a mesmerizing bedtime sensory experience.
Final Thoughts
These easy bedtime crafts encourage creativity, relaxation and quality bonding time before bed. Pair them with soft, cozy pajamas for the ultimate nighttime wind-down routine!
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