You’re going to love this delightful craft activity that is bound to sprinkle some extra joy and creativity into your walks and outdoor adventures with the little ones.
It’s the perfect way to spend a sunny afternoon, with chirping birds, and your kids gleefully collecting beautiful pieces of nature to create their very own piece of art.
This activity not only nurtures a love for the outdoors but also keeps those little feet moving without the usual complaints of tired legs.
You’ll be amazed how much longer and more happily kids can walk for when engaged with a fun activity – and that’s just what this flower vase activity is.
Perfect for preschoolers and kids of all ages, this crafty fun is sure to keep them engaged and smiling!
I am a firm believer that the best learning experiences are those that allow children to explore and interact with the world around them.
This nature-inspired craft activity does just that! It turns a simple walk into a vibrant and enriching art adventure, where kids can channel their inner artists, weaving in pieces of nature into wonderful art creations.
And the best part? The natural elements involved encourage them to appreciate the little joys that Mother Nature offers.
How to Do the Activity
Now, let’s jump into how you can bring this crafty idea to life!
It’s quite simple and the preparation is part of the fun. Just follow the simple step by step instructions below
Flower Vases Nature Activity
In this engaging activity, kids transform a simple walk into an exciting art adventure. Using a cardboard template shaped like a vase or a bear, youngsters collect flowers, leaves, and other natural treasures to create vibrant 3D art pieces.
Not only does it foster creativity and a love for nature, but it also keeps kids entertained throughout the walk, making it a delightful outing for children of all ages, including preschoolers.
Get ready for a whirlwind of smiles, creativity, and beautiful nature-inspired art!
Materials
- Strong cardboard
- Printable template
- Black marker
- Scissors or a sharp knife to make holes
Tools
- Printer if you want to use the templates
Instructions
- Prepare Your Canvas: Before heading out, prepare your cardboard cut in the shape of a vase or a bear. Then, create some holes in it big enough to poke stems of flowers or leaves through.
Tip: If you are not comfortable drawing freehand, I’ve got you covered! Download the free vase shapes template from the link below to help you get started.
[Download the free template below] - Gather Necessary Supplies: Apart from the cardboard, you will need a pair of scissors to cut out the shapes and to help in poking holes in the cardboard. Keep it safe and within adults' reach.
- Ready, Set, Explore! Now that your canvas is ready, it's time to step out into the beautiful outdoors with the kids. Encourage them to look for various natural elements such as flowers, leaves, twigs, and more to adorn their cardboard canvas.
- Decorate and fill with flowers: Once outside, hand over the prepared cardboard to the little artists and watch them work their magic. Whether they find a beautiful flower to place in the vase or twigs and leaves to form the bear's hair, it’s all up to their imagination! Allow them to play around with different arrangements until they are satisfied with their 3D nature art.
Notes
You can mix up the designs with different shapes and pictures to fill with flowers as preferred.
The time for this activity is very open ended, you can play as long as you like
Kids can choose any type of flowers that they like best. Dandelions work great for this activity, but there are so many different flowers and colors in nature, you will end up with all kinds of different results.
During your nature walk, encourage the little ones to keep an eye out for a colorful array of flowers and leaves to adorn their cardboard canvases.
They might stumble upon vibrant marigolds, with their rich golden hues, or perhaps delicate daisies that symbolize innocence and purity.
Wild roses can add a touch of elegance and a lovely fragrance to their creations. As for leaves, broad maple leaves with their intricate veins can create a beautiful background, while fern leaves add a touch of greenery with their intricate patterns.
You might also find oak leaves, with their distinctive shapes, adding a rustic charm to the piece. There are so many different types of leaves for kids to explore as well as flowers.
The possibilities are endless; every walk can unveil a new, natural element to incorporate, making each art piece wonderfully unique and a true reflection of the season’s offerings.
This activity is fun for kids of all ages, from toddlers to preschoolers and older kids. It’s a great way to work on identifying different types of plant and flowers, talk about different colors, shapes and textures and is a peaceful and creative mindful art activity for all ages.
Vase Template Shapes
If you don’t want to draw freehand, we have a set of 4 vase templates with all different shapes that you can use to create a stencil and draw around. Print these out at the bottom of this blog post in one handy PDF file.
Classic vase shape
Round vase shape
Tall vase shape
Square vase shape
Download Vase Templates PDF
Click below to download all 4 vase shape templates in one PDF file.
Free for personal use and classroom use.
More Shapes and Designs
You can mix it up with all kinds of shapes and designs like this cute teddy bear with a flower crown, or make the design of a person with holes to add flowers in the hair – the only limit is your imagination.
As you wrap up your nature walk, you’ll not only have happy kids but also beautiful pieces of art that hold memories of a delightful day spent outdoors.
This activity is a fantastic way to foster creativity, appreciation for nature, and to create wonderful memories together.
And who knows, it might just become your new favorite family pastime!
I hope you have as much fun trying this activity as we did. Don’t forget to share your little artists’ creations with us. We would love to see their blossoming creativity!
Happy crafting and exploring
More Nature Crafts and Activities
Want to continue the nature exploration? Try these fun and creative nature activities with the kids.
- Autumn Nature Puzzle
- Flower Mandalas & Nature Art
- Dried Pressed Flowers Suncatcher Craft
- How to Make a Journey Stick Outdoor Activity for Kids
- Egg Carton Nature COLOR Hunt Activity for Kids
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