9 Easy Clothespin Crafts for Kids

By Nicole Harris
Updated April 20, 2020
The humble, versatile clothespin is an ideal tool for DIY projects. Here are nine easy clothespin craft ideas for kids.
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Clothespin Butterflies

Credit: Photograph by Mark Mantegna

To make this butterfly clothespin craft, have your kids paint the pin and let it dry. Fold two cupcake liners into quarters, then clip the clothespin over them and add googly eyes

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Note Station

Credit: Photograph by Mark Mantegna

Use wood glue to attach clothespins to a wooden ruler, and label each pin with a family member's name. Mount the ruler near your front door and clip reminders, permission slips, and other important notes to it.

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Washi Tape Clothespins

Credit: Girl in the Garage
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This easy clothespin craft for kids requires three simple materials: clothespins, washi tape, and scissors. The finished products can be used in a variety of ways —for example, as a chip clip, magnet, or bookmark. Click on the button above to find the instructions on Girl in the Garage.

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Magnetic Dragonfly Clip

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Display your child's artwork by putting this cute magnetic dragonfly clip on the fridge. All you need is a few simple supplies—like paint, googly eyes, and mini popsicle sticks—and a spark of creativity. Click on the button above for the instructions and a how-to video.

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Rubber Band Launcher

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This DIY clothespin craft is perfect for adventurous kiddos! Glue a clothespin to a dowel. Load a rubber band onto the launcher as shown, then squeeze the clothespin handle to let the band fly (at inanimate targets only, of course).

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Racing Cars

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On your mark, get set, go! Recruit your kids to make these DIY cars with glue, twist ties, buttons, straw, and clothespins. Then host a race with the entire family! Find the instructions on ikatbag.com with the button above.

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Animal Mix-Ups

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This clothespin craft is ideal for preschool kids. Get free animal templates here. Glue various types of card stock feet to clothespins as shown. Clip the pins to card stock bodies, mixing and matching as desired.

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Skiing Ornaments

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Looking for clothespin Christmas crafts? This DIY skiing ornament, made with wooden clothespins and ice-pop sticks, will be the perfect addition to your tree! Click on the button above for instructions and a how-to video.

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Mod Podge Mirror

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Transform an ordinary mirror into a statement-making decor piece with this idea from Mod Podge Rocks. The clothespins can be covered in any type of scrapbook paper, which makes this DIY project customizable and fun. Find the instructions with the button above.

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