Arts & Crafts

Explore our range of arts and crafts for kids, including painting, drawing, colouring, modelling clay, craft kits and creative activities for all ages. From first masterpieces to more detailed projects, these hands-on activities encourage imagination, self-expression and fine motor skills while giving children the freedom to create something uniquely their own.

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Hey Doodle Icons of Aotearoa Mini reusable silicone colouring mat featuring Kiwiana designs
Regular price $32.95
Hey Doodle Silicone Playmat - Icons Of Aotearoa (Mini)
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Hape Little Artists Easel, a double-sided wooden art easel with paints and accessories
Hape Little Artists Easel set up for painting with its paper roll and paint buckets
Regular price $169.95
Hape Little Artists Easel
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4M French Knit Butterfly Kit box
4M French Knit Butterfly Kit loom and yarn contents
Regular price $12.95
4M French Knit Butterfly Kit
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A picture showcasing the Hey Clay 15 pack - Animals set highlights an array of vibrant modeling clay cans and a charming collection of animals, such as a horse, dog, pig, cow, and sheep. These cute figures are positioned both in front of and on top of the product box. The Hey Clay logo is prominently displayed in the top left corner, emphasizing play-based learning brought to you by Hey Clay.
An open Hey Clay 15 pack - Animals box reveals an array of colorful tubs of modeling clay, all neatly arranged in rows. This white box also contains a small sculpting tool and is adorned with playful, cartoonish graphics that promote play-based learning.
Regular price $36.95
Hey Clay 15 pack - Animals
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Hey Clay Flower Rings air-dry clay ring making kit box
Finished Hey Clay flower rings sculpted in bright colours
Regular price $10.95
Hey Clay - Flower Rings
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A package of Crayola Washable Kids Paint Pots Classic Colours 6pk includes six bottles of vibrant paint in purple, red, yellow, green, orange, and blue. The packaging emphasizes “Washability You Can Trust!” and is intended for children aged 3 and older, making it perfect for crafts. Each bottle contains 2 fluid ounces.
Regular price $17.95
Crayola Washable Kids Paint Pots Classic Colours 6pk
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How do arts and crafts support children's development?

Arts and crafts give children the freedom to explore their creativity, experiment with different materials and express their ideas in their own way. Whether they're painting, colouring, sculpting or completing a craft project, creative activities offer more than just entertainment. They help children develop important skills while building confidence and enjoying the satisfaction of making something themselves.

  • Drawing, painting and colouring encourage creativity, imagination and self-expression.
  • Cutting, sticking, moulding and other hands-on activities help develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
  • Following instructions and completing craft projects builds concentration, patience and problem-solving skills.
  • Exploring different colours, textures and materials encourages sensory discovery and experimentation.
  • Creative activities provide engaging, screen-free entertainment while giving children a sense of pride in their creations.

Looking for more ways to inspire creativity? Explore our Crayola collection, featuring colouring essentials, paints and creative activities that encourage children to experiment, imagine and create.