16 Fun Grinch Crafts for Kids That Bring Holiday Cheer to Any Classroom

Green fur, a crooked smile, and one heart that grows three sizes. Few holiday characters give kids so much to make.

These Grinch crafts for kids cover painted portraits, felt ornaments, bead projects, party tables, and even a snack board.

Some take ten minutes at the kitchen table. Others suit a slow weekend with older children who like to sew or crochet. Each idea below comes from a real project, so you can see the colors, textures, and setups before you start.

Grab some green paint, a stack of felt, and a few red hearts. December is about to get a little mischievous.

1. Grinch Cookie and Sticker Party Table

• Base: A red runner topped with lime green shag fur placemats at every seat.
• Layer: Gingerbread house paper plates, small domed cups, and Grinch sticker sheets.
• Accent: A red muffin pan filled with marshmallows, gumdrops, and nonpareils.
• Finishing touch: Gingerbread man cookies on a green cake stand beside clear jars.

Every seat works as its own craft station. Guests build Grinch and Cindy Lou scenes on their sticker sheets, then decorate cookies from the shared candy pan.

Clear jars hold more red and green toppings, so refills stay within reach of small hands.

Grouping tip: Set one candy pan between every three or four seats. Smaller groups share calmly, and nobody has to reach across the table for a gumdrop.

2. Grinch Christmas Tree with Street Sign Picks

Slim flocked branches make the base for this playful Grinch tree. Lime green fur weaves through the gaps, so the whole tree looks a bit shaggy and wild.

Red and white candy ornaments, peppermint swirls, and glitter berry sprays fill in the rest.

Look at the top. One branch bends over like a droopy nightcap, holding a single sparkly red ball.

Striped elf legs poke out above a big lime glitter bow. Lower down, street signs for Grinch Street and Cindy Lou Who Lane hang across the front like real road markers.

Kids can help with the easy parts. Let them tuck fur strips between branches and hang the lighter candy pieces near the bottom.

A matching fur skirt and a Merry Grinchmas cutout beside the tree finish the scene without extra work.

3. Swirled Green Ornament with a Glitter Heart

You’ll need: a clear round ornament, two or three shades of green acrylic paint, a red glitter heart, and a paper cup.

Deep emerald and bright lime swirl together inside this glass bulb. It looks like paint was poured in and rolled around, though the photo does not show the exact method. A silver cap and glossy shell keep the finish clean.

Among easy Grinch crafts for kids, few forgive mistakes this well. Squeeze in a little of each green, turn the ball slowly, and drain the extra into the cup. Once dry, press the red heart on the front.

Time needed: Plan about fifteen minutes of hands on work. Paint inside can take a day or more to dry, so leave the cap off overnight.

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4. Felt Grinch Hand and Ornament Hanger

Two felt pieces tell a little story here. A long green hand in a red, star dotted sleeve dangles a gold cord, and below it hangs a gold felt bauble with a grinning Grinch face in a Santa hat.

Neat running stitches trace every edge, and the face details look embroidered in black thread.

Why it works:

• Stitched edges give the felt a finished, handmade look kids can copy.
• Silver star accents break up the big red and gold areas.
• The hanging cord links both pieces, so they read as one scene.

Skill level: Best for older kids who can sew a running stitch. Younger crafters can glue the layers instead and draw the face with a fabric marker.

5. Grinch Tree Cards with Heart Clothespins

Best for: Classroom card making, holiday mail, or a gift tag station at home.

Paper triangles in solid green, gingham, polka dot, and houndstooth stand side by side like a little forest.

Gold star stickers sit in the sky, and one tiny pink heart hides among the trees. Cards come in white and yellow cardstock.

Each card hangs from a green clothespin topped with a red painted heart and a tiny felt Santa hat.

Strung on red yarn, they make a cheerful mini garland. For simple Grinch Christmas crafts, scrap paper and clothespins go a long way.

Budget swap: Cut the triangles from old wrapping paper or scrapbook leftovers. Kids get the same patterned look without buying new paper.

6. Fuse Bead Grinch Ornaments on a Pink Tree

Pixel style ornaments cover this pink feather tree. You can spot Grinch figures, Cindy Lou, Max wearing his antler, a snow globe sleigh, a nutcracker, an ugly sweater, candy canes, and tiny gifts.

Red ribbon loops hold each one, and warm white lights glow through the branches.

Kid friendly: Fuse beads build fine motor skills and patience. An adult should handle the ironing step.

Color note: Pink branches make the green beads stand out far more than a green tree would. Try white or silver for the same effect.

Make it easier: Start with the small gift and candy cane shapes. Those use fewer beads and finish fast.

7. Painted Grinch Portrait on a Zigzag Background

• Materials: Heavy white paper, tempera or acrylic paint, and a black marker.
• Make: Paint blue and green zigzags first, then fill the Grinch in lime.
• Finish: Trace every line in black once the paint is dry.
• Display: Add a printed name card in the corner, like Corinne’s.

Bold zigzags behind the figure keep this painting busy in a good way. Lime green covers the face and body, while yellow eyes and a dark green nose add character. Red fills the Santa hat, and the black outline pulls it all together.

Paint tip: Let each color dry fully before outlining. Wet paint smears marker ink and turns the lines muddy.

8. Paper Plate Grinch Heart Weaving

You’ll need: paper plates, green paint, a hole punch, red yarn, and tape.

Three green paper plates sit on a floral cloth, each with a heart cut from the center. Small holes ring the heart shape. Red yarn crisscrosses through those holes again and again, filling the gap like a tangled web.

Kids paint the plate first for this Grinch heart craft. An adult cuts the heart and punches holes, then little hands thread the yarn any way they like. As the red fills in, the heart seems to grow three sizes, just like in the story.

Tool tip: Wrap tape around the yarn end to make a stiff needle. It slides through the holes without fraying.

9. Grinch Sensory Bin with Wooden Play Pieces

Colored rice, dried peas, and small pasta in red and green fill the biggest bin. Wooden cutouts hide inside it: a stocking, a gift, a candy cane, a roast beast, a pudding, Cindy Lou, and a Who Hash can. Above sits a wooden sleigh tray engraved with the Grinch and Max.

Next to it, wooden discs spell out THE GRINCH on a narrow board, with a felt rainbow tucked in the middle.

A second bin holds bright green house shapes and red felt balls with a scoop. Plain rice in the third bin hides painted wooden blocks of Grinch, Cindy Lou, Max, and a tree.

Little ones not ready for crafts yet can scoop, sort, and spell here for a long time. Swap the letter discs for a child’s name to practice reading. Stay nearby, because the peas and felt balls are small enough to swallow.

10. Grinch Fruit Skewers with Strawberry Hats

Green grapes become tiny Grinch faces with a few lines of what looks like melted chocolate.

A strawberry sits on top as the hat, a marshmallow slice forms the fuzzy brim, and a mini marshmallow caps the tip. Toothpicks hold each stack together on a lined tray.

Why it works:

• Kids practice drawing faces on a small, low stakes canvas.
• Fruit balances out the cookies and candy at most holiday parties.
• Every skewer looks a little different, which makes the tray fun to share.

Safety note: For toddlers, skip the toothpicks and serve the pieces loose on a plate. Older kids can still assemble their own.

11. Classroom Grinch Portrait Gallery

Rows of watercolor Grinch portraits line this classroom wall. Each one has a washy blue background, a pink or red Santa hat, yellow eyes, and a sly black outlined grin.

Bright round name tags clip to the top of every painting with colored clothespins.

Display idea: Clothespins let you swap artwork in and out without fresh tape or tacks.

Style note: No two faces match, and that charm is why Grinch art projects work so well in class. Some kids drew long necks, while others gave the hat a floppy sideways tip.

Copy this setup: Hang a polka dot pennant banner above the rows to frame the whole wall. Parents will spot their child’s name from the doorway.

12. Crochet Mini Grinch Buddies

Best for: Older kids learning to crochet, stocking stuffers, or class gifts.

Small plush figures stand in rows like a tiny green army. Each is worked in a soft chenille style yarn, in shades from lemon lime to mint to variegated teal.

Black bead eyes, stitched dark green brows, and a smug smile give every one the same cheeky look.

A red stitched heart sits on each chest, a sweet nod to the story’s ending. Chunky yarn hides uneven stitches, so beginners get a cute result fast. Some pieces show a sparkle thread too, which catches the twinkle lights behind them.

Beginner shortcut: Kids who cannot crochet yet can glue felt eyes, brows, and hearts onto green pom poms for a similar look.

13. Felt Grinch Doll in a Santa Suit

• Materials: Green plush fleece, red felt, white faux fur trim, and black and yellow felt.
• Make: Sew a stuffed bell shaped body, then add a wide head and short legs.
• Finish: Stitch the smile, glue on felt brows, and set in the eyes.
• Display: Pair it with a woven basket, poinsettias, and the storybook.

This Grinch sewing project runs bigger, so treat the steps above as a suggested approach. Fuzzy green fabric covers the head, and green eyes with tiny heart highlights give it a friendly face.

Plush white trim edges the hat, cuffs, boots, and hem, while a black belt with a yellow buckle sits at the waist.

Texture note: Mixing flat felt with fluffy trim gives the suit depth. Use plush for cuffs and felt for the belt so each part reads clearly.

14. Fuzzy Grinch Head on a Wooden Crate

Shaggy lime fur frames a smooth, bright green face on this tabletop piece. Yellow eyes, curled brows, and that famous wide grin look like a black and yellow decal or careful paint. A red plush Santa hat with a white fur cuff slouches over the top.

Material note: The base hides under the fur, so the photo does not show it. Any foam ball, plastic pot, or round form could work as a suggested base.

Glue tip: Brush the fibers aside before gluing so strands do not get pressed flat. An adult should run the hot glue gun.

Placement tip: Set it on a crate or low shelf where little ones can greet it each morning.

15. Grinch Door Decor That Peeks Around the Frame

Best for: Bedroom doors, classroom doors, or a hallway kids pass every day.

A long green arm in a red sleeve reaches out from the hinge side of this white door. Its bony fingers pinch a ribbon holding a real red ball ornament.

Lower down, a skinny green leg steps forward in a curled red shoe with a white cuff.

Bold black outlines help these cutouts read from across the room. The shapes look like paper, cardstock, or vinyl, though the photo does not confirm which. Warm string lights and two small trees on either side keep the corner cozy.

Renter tip: Use removable poster tape or painter’s tape loops on the back. They come off cleanly in January and leave the paint unharmed.

16. Gingerbread House Party Table with Grinch Decor

Plain gingerbread houses with piped white icing wait on foam boards down this long table. Clear cups of sprinkles and red and green candies sit between each spot.

Underneath, a Grinch print plastic cloth with a pink gingham pattern saves the table from sticky fingers.

Behind the houses, the theme builds in layers. Bottle brush trees, a green frame holding a round Grinch sign, and two plush Grinch figures fill the center.

A red felt Merry banner with white fringe hangs above, and a pale pink tree topped with a big red bow stands nearby.

Prebuilt houses keep the focus on decorating, which suits short attention spans. Red velvet bows on the chair backs and a striped runner pull the colors together.

End a season of Grinch crafts for kids here, and every guest leaves with a house to show off.