10 Unicorn Crafts & Activities for Kids

Unicorns are a super trendy theme this year, so we’ve picked out some of our favorite crafts and activities for you to try. Whether you are hosting a unicorn themed birthday party, summer camp event, or just looking for ideas for your program, these ideas are sure to inspire you and your group!

Squishy Unicorn Craft

A squishy is like a stress toy that you design! Decorate these Color-Me unicorns with permanent markers – then squeeze!

Paper Roll Unicorn

These cute unicorns by Red Ted Art are made from recycled toilet paper rolls! Cut strips of coloful paper, wrap them around the roll, then glue yarn for the mane and tail. Add ears, and don’t forget the horn – use glitter foam to make it sparkle! Then draw the eyes using a black marker, and add some rosy cheeks by dipping your finger in pink paint. View the full instructions here.

Materials:

Toilet paper rolls
Paper
Yarn
Glitter foam
Paint
Glue
Marker

Fuse Bead Unicorns

Use fuse beads to make unicorn magnets! Choose the color you’d like to make the mane, tail, and hooves. Separate them in a craft cup to make it easier when creating your designs. These unicorns were made on a square pegboard. Follow the pattern in the download from Cutesy Crafts. Add a magnet to the back so you can display them!

Materials:

Fuse beads
Square pegboard
Iron
Magnet tape

Colorful Pool Noodle Unicorns

Grab a few pool noodles and make some colorful unicorns! There are a few different ways to make them, but these ones from Pinterest are our favorite. First, fold the top of the noodle over and hold it in place by wrapping it with a piece of decorative paper, felt, or tie a ribbon around it. You can also use crepe ribbon or burlap. Get creative with your materials! Then fold and tape some colorful pieces of paper or foam to create the ears and the horn. Glue them to the noodle, along with some wiggly eyes. We also love the idea of using sparkly sticky gems for the nose!

Materials:

Pool noodles
Decorative paper, felt, or ribbon (bag or spool)
Construction paper or foam sheets
Glitter foam
Adhesive gems
Wiggly eyes

Unicorn Tattoos

These temporary unicorn tattoos are great party favors for goodie bags at your unicorn themed event! The pack comes with 144 tattoos, which is perfect for large groups and events like field day, summer camps, and park and recreation programs. There are 6 brightly colored and unique unicorn designs. They apply easily with water and wash off just as easy.

Unicorn Finger Puppets

Our Color-Me™ Paper Finger Puppets come with the perfect horse shape to make a unicorn! This DIY craft is perfect for young kids and encourages dramatic play. The puppets are made out heavy weight uncoated card stock and can be decorated with markers, watercolor, and other easy craft materials. View our Animal Finger Puppets – Easy Craft for Kids blog post for step by step instructions on how to make the unicorn design below.

Unicorn Slime

Combine unicorns and slime for the perfect trendy craft activity! There are many ways to make it, but our favorite is this glittery pink, gold, and blue slime from The Best Ideas for Kids. Follow our blog tutorial on How to Make Slime – A Safer Reciper for Kids – just add glitter before adding the contact solution.

Materials:

Clear glue
Paint
Glitter
Baking soda
Contact lens solution

If you would prefer to make rainbow unicorn slime, view this tutorial from the Kids Activities blog.

Unicorn Flower Pot

What’s just as popular as unicorns right now? Succulents! Make this unicorn flower pot by painting a mini terra cotta pot with white acrylic paint, then cut a horn out of glitter foam and glue it to the inside. You can also add flowers and leaves for a creative summer look. Then draw the eyes with a black marker. Fill with soil, plant your favorite succulents, and display in a sunny window! View the full tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.

Materials:

Unicorn Half Mask

Decorate these pre-printed unicorn half masks with paint, markers, sequins, glitter, gems, and more! Great for dramatic play and imaginative role-playing. The pack of 24 also includes elastic. The masks are made of cardstock.