Fall DIYs to Do with Your Kids

There’s something magical about fall—the crisp air, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin everything. It’s also the perfect season to slow down, spend time together, and make memories with your kids.

Here are some fun fall DIY projects to enjoy with your kids this season:

1. Leaf Rubbing Art 🍁

What you need: Crayons, white paper, fallen leaves.
How to do it: Place a leaf under the paper and gently rub the side of a crayon over the top. The veins and shape will appear like magic.
Why it’s great: Kids get to collect leaves outdoors and then transform them into artwork indoors.

2. Pumpkin Painting 🎃

What you need: Mini pumpkins, acrylic paint, brushes, stickers.
How to do it: Skip the carving knives and let kids paint pumpkins instead. Add funny faces, glitter, or even glow-in-the-dark paint.
Why it’s great: Safer than carving and lets kids get creative with seasonal décor.

3. Pinecone Bird Feeders 🐦

What you need: Pinecones, peanut butter (or nut-free butter), birdseed, string.
How to do it: Spread peanut butter on pinecones, roll them in birdseed, tie with string, and hang outside.
Why it’s great: Encourages kids to care for wildlife while using free supplies from nature.

4. Fall Scented Playdough 🍎

What you need: Flour, salt, water, oil, cream of tartar, food coloring, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin spice).
How to do it: Cook up a basic playdough recipe and mix in fall spices for a cozy sensory play experience.
Why it’s great: Combines science, sensory play, and seasonal scents kids will love.

5. Nature Collages 🌿

What you need: Cardboard, glue, leaves, acorns, twigs, and other fall treasures.
How to do it: Collect items on a nature walk, then glue them onto cardboard to make a seasonal collage.
Why it’s great: Gets kids outdoors and helps them see art in nature.

6. DIY Apple Stamps 🍏

What you need: Apples, paint, paper.
How to do it: Cut apples in half, dip them in paint, and stamp onto paper. Try mixing colors or adding glitter for fun designs.
Why it’s great: A simple way to use seasonal fruit for a craft project.

7. Homemade Fall Garland 🍂

What you need: String or twine, tape or clothespins, paper leaves or real dried leaves.
How to do it: Cut out paper leaves (or use real ones) and string them together for a festive garland. Hang across the mantel, windows, or doorway.
Why it’s great: Doubles as seasonal décor and gives kids a sense of accomplishment.

Fall is such a special season for family togetherness. With colorful leaves, crisp weather, and cozy days indoors, it’s the perfect time to try hands-on DIY projects that mix creativity, nature, and a little bit of seasonal magic.

So grab some leaves, pumpkins, and pinecones—and start making memories that will last long after autumn is gone. These make great homeschool activities!