Summer is here, bursting with sunshine, vacations, and of course, the refreshing taste of watermelon!
But this juicy fruit isn’t just a delicious treat – it’s also the perfect inspiration for a whole bunch of fun and creative crafts for kids of all ages.
Get ready to unleash your inner artist and beat the heat with these 35 watermelon-themed crafts!
We’ve got something for everyone, from easy handprint art for toddlers to tie-dye t-shirts for creative minds.
So grab your supplies, put on some upbeat music, and let’s get crafting!
Watermelon Paper Plate Craft:
This is a classic and easy craft that is perfect for young children. All you need is a paper plate, red and green paint, and a black marker. Paint the paper plate red, then add green stripes for the watermelon rind. Once the paint is dry, use the black marker to add seeds.
Watermelon Stamping Craft:
This is another easy craft that is perfect for young children. All you need is a red rubber stamp (or you can cut your own watermelon shape out of a potato), green paint, and white paper. Dip the stamp in green paint and stamp it on the paper to create watermelon rinds. Then, dip a cotton swab in red paint and use it to add watermelon seeds.
Watermelon Yarn Watermelon Craft:
This craft is a little more challenging, but it is still fun for older children. You will need red, green, and black yarn, a cardboard circle, and scissors. Cut the cardboard circle in half. Wrap the red yarn around one half of the circle to create the watermelon flesh. Then, wrap the green yarn around the other half of the circle to create the watermelon rind. Use the black yarn to add seeds.
Watermelon Seed Sensory Bin:
This is a fun and messy activity that is perfect for young children. Fill a bin with rice or beans. Add red and green plastic beads for watermelon seeds. Let your child dig, scoop, and pour the watermelon seeds.
Watermelon Playdough:
This is a fun way for kids to get creative and play with their food (sort of). Make a batch of red playdough and add green playdough chunks to create a watermelon effect.
Watermelon Painted Rocks:
This is a fun and easy craft that is perfect for all ages. Paint rocks red and green to create watermelons. Once the paint is dry, use a black marker to add seeds. You can display your watermelon rocks in your garden or yard.
W is for Watermelon Handprint Craft:
This adorable craft is perfect for capturing those tiny handprints. Paint your child’s hand red and green, then stamp it on a piece of white paper to create the watermelon rind. Once dry, add black seed dots with a marker.
Paper Plate Watermelon:
This classic is a great introduction to crafting. Cut a red circle from construction paper and a green rind from another color. Glue them onto a paper plate and add black seed dots. Optional: Add a green pipe cleaner vine!
Watermelon Stamping:
Cut watermelon slices (without seeds) in half. Dip the cut side in red paint and stamp onto paper to create a fun watermelon pattern. Repeat with green paint for the rind.
Watermelon Sensory Bin:
Fill a bin with white packing peanuts or shredded paper. Add red and green plastic toys, along with plastic watermelon slices (cut from pool noodles for extra fun!). Let your child explore the “watermelon patch”!
Shaky Watermelon Seeds:
Fill a clear plastic bottle with red and green beans. Hot glue a green construction paper lid onto the top. This shaker toy is perfect for little hands to explore sound and movement.
Watermelon Slice Crown:
Cut a large headband shape from green construction paper. Decorate it with green leaves cut from another sheet. Cut out several red watermelon slice shapes and glue them around the headband for a festive crown.
Watermelon Playdough Fun:
Make your own red and green playdough (recipes are readily available online). Let your child use cookie cutters or craft tools to create watermelon shapes, seeds, and vines.
Paper Bag Watermelon Puppet:
Decorate a brown paper lunch bag to look like a watermelon slice. Use construction paper, markers, and wiggle eyes to create facial features. Add a popsicle stick handle for a fun puppet show prop.
Watermelon Yarn Wreath:
Wrap a foam wreath form with red yarn. Glue on black felt circles for seeds and green yarn for the rind. You can even add a cute fabric bow for a finishing touch!
Watermelon Seed Collage:
Cut out a large watermelon slice shape from white construction paper. Let your child use different colored buttons, beans, or cereal pieces to create a unique seed collage!
Watermelon Pinata:
This is a fun group activity! Use a large balloon and papier-mâché technique to create a watermelon shape. Once dry, decorate it with red and green paint and black marker. Fill it with small candies and let the smashing fun begin!
Watermelon Tissue Paper Lanterns:
Create a beautiful summer ambiance with watermelon-themed lanterns! Inflate balloons and cover them with strips of red and green tissue paper. Once dry, pop the balloons and hang your lanterns!
Watermelon Coasters:
Cut thick felt circles in half. Decorate them to look like watermelon slices with paint, fabric scraps, or markers. These colorful coasters will add a summery touch to any table.
Watermelon Seed Bracelets:
String red and green pony beads onto elastic cord to create a fun and colorful watermelon-themed bracelet.
Watermelon Seed Birdfeeder:
Recycle an empty plastic bottle by cutting a feeding hole near the bottom. Decorate it like a watermelon and fill it with birdseed. Hang it outside and watch the birds enjoy a tasty treat!
Watermelon Bowling:
This is a fun outdoor activity! Paint empty plastic milk jugs red and green to resemble watermelon slices. Set them up like bowling pins and use a beach ball as your bowling ball.
Watermelon Beach Towel:
Personalize a plain white beach towel with a fabric marker! Draw a large watermelon slice and color it in with red and green. You can even add a name or message for a unique touch.
Watermelon Painted Rocks:
Find some smooth rocks and paint them to look like watermelon slices! These can be used as decorative accents in your garden or hidden for a fun watermelon scavenger hunt.
Watermelon Slime:
Making slime is a great science activity for kids. Find a recipe online that uses red and green food coloring for a watermelon twist! Add glitter or small plastic beads for an extra sensory experience.
Watermelon Seed Planting Pots:
Recycle plastic cups or yogurt containers by turning them into adorable watermelon planters! Paint them red and green and add black seed dots. Plant some seeds (tomatoes or herbs work well) and watch your mini watermelon patch grow!
Watermelon Seed Greeting Cards:
Fold a piece of cardstock in half to create a card. Cut out a watermelon slice shape from red construction paper and glue it onto the front. Use black buttons or seed beads to create a seed design. Write a summery message inside!
Watermelon Table Runner:
Cut a long piece of fabric from red or green material. Sew on stripes of the opposite color to create a simple watermelon table runner. This will add a festive touch to your summer picnics or barbecues.
Watermelon Popsicle Stick Picture Frame:
Collect popsicle sticks and paint them red and green. Glue them together in a square or rectangle to form a picture frame. Decorate the corners with small cutouts of watermelon leaves or vines.
Watermelon Seed Memory Game:
This is a fun and educational game for kids of all ages. Paint the lids of small tin cans red and green. On half of the lids, glue small black buttons or seed beads to create different seed patterns. Try to match the patterns to win the game!
Watermelon Slice Coin Purse:
Repurpose a clean, empty plastic bottle by cutting it into a watermelon slice shape. Decorate it with paint and markers. Punch a hole at the top and attach a key ring for a unique and functional coin purse.
Watermelon Slice Wind chime:
String red and green painted seashells or bottle caps onto fishing line. Hang them from a branch or dowel rod decorated to look like a watermelon vine. Enjoy the gentle tinkling sound when the summer breeze blows.
Watermelon Fruit Kabobs:
This is a healthy and delicious craft that doubles as a snack! Thread watermelon chunks, grapes, blueberries, and other fruits onto skewers to create colorful and refreshing kabobs. Get creative and arrange the fruit slices to resemble watermelon slices for an extra artistic touch.
Watermelon Fruit Pizza:
Use a large watermelon slice as the base for a healthy and delicious “pizza.” Top it with dollops of yogurt or whipped cream, fresh berries, chopped kiwi, and a sprinkle of coconut flakes for a fun and refreshing summer treat.
Watermelon Seed Pots from Recycled Cardboard:
Instead of throwing away cardboard boxes, turn them into adorable watermelon planters! Cut out a box section and paint it red and green. Add black seed dots and a green pipe cleaner vine for a touch of whimsy. Plant seeds or small flowers for a pop of color on your patio.