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These Wonderful Paper Weaving Activities show how kids of all ages can create amazing arts & crafts simply by weaving together strips of paper!

There are some crafts that nearly every school child has tried out at least once in their life. You know what I’m talking about – making paper chains, folding paper boats and weaving paper strips.

Little did we know then that these activities actually have a lot of history behind them! For instance, paper folding was actually Origami, a Japanese art form, and paper weaving is a folk art in China’s Fujian Province. We were getting our first taste of international culture and we didn’t even realize it!

What’s more, activities like paper weaving have many other benefits for kids.

Benefits of Paper Weaving Activities for Kids

• Weaving strips of paper, creating over and under patterns is a great fine motor activity for young kids
• Paper weaving also promotes pattern skills and improves hand-eye coordination
• Paper weaving can translate into complex art projects for older children who’d like to experiment
• It is a way of showing kids how much they can create with just paper

Getting Started with Paper Weaving Activities

The ideal age to begin paper weaving activities is four, but younger kids can also give it a try – they may enjoy pulling paper through the slits! As for an upper age limit – there is none!

Today we have some paper weaving activities for kids of all ages, and all you need is a pair of scissors and craft paper. A paper knife and cutting board are useful for more complex projects. When choosing your paper, go for heavier weights like cardstock or scrapbooking paper, so they are easy to weave and can withstand some handling.

Got your paper and scissors ready? Now let’s start weaving!

15 Easy Paper Weaving Activities for Kids

1. Printable Fall-Themed Weaving Craft

This fall-themed printable kit features some common symbols of Fall, like acorns, corn and pumpkins. Great for primary school kids to practice their weaving skills.

2. Winter Paper Weaving Template

If you want a Christmas-themed weaving activity, here’s the printable for you! With a stocking, tree and present, you can enjoy weaving in strips of paper in Christmas colors.

3. Paper Weaving Seahorse Craft

Did you know that seahorses have bony plates arranged in a ring pattern on their bodies? Well, this weaving activity tries to capture that effect, and we think it’s worked!

4. Woven Paper Christmas Basket

Who said treat bags are only for Halloween? You can have them for any holiday, and they work perfectly well to collect those cute little treats and trinkets you are gifted during Christmas!

5. Colorful Fish Weaving Activity

This project from Ocean Child Crafts is perfect for kids to move on to the next level in their Paper Weaving Activities. Here, strips of different colors are woven together, to get some truly colorful fish!

6. Woven Paper Cats in Sweaters

The thought of cats in sweaters is super cute, especially when the sweaters are handmade! But these cats from Pink Stripey Socks don’t need you to knit – you can simply weave their clothes!

7. Paper Weaving Bear Craft

We know this season is the time for ugly Christmas sweaters, but this woven sweater from Krokotak is anything but! In fact, they do make these bears look rather smart!

8. Woven Paper Painting

Can you make a painting by weaving paper? Of course you can – the Chinese have been doing so for centuries! A Faithful Attempt shows us how to go about it, and the results are gorgeous!

9. Easy Paper Weaving Rocket Craft

Real rockets may cost a huge amount of money to build – but not this one from Homeschool Preschool! All you need is craft paper and you’re all set to blast off!

10. Bright Paper Weaving Bookmark

One of the best uses of paper weaving activities is making a bookmark by weaving paper together. In this project by Easy Handmade Ideas, strips of paper are woven in a braided pattern, and you can use any colors you like.

11. Paper Weaving Wall Art

If you thought paper weaving activities were just for little kids to practice their fine motor skills, think again! Design Improvised shows us how paper weaving can be a totally grown-up activity, resulting in something frame-worthy!

12. Sweet Dreams Weaving Craft

We love the inclusion of paper weaving in this craft by Cindy deRosier – all those people look so happy and snug in their woven paper blankets!

13. Paper Weaving Heart Butterfly Craft

Crafts by Aria has a fun project for little crafts that also includes the use of a toilet paper roll. The fun part is that you can play around with colors to create your own colorful butterfly.

14. Painted Paper Weaving Art Project

You saw how we can make a painting out of paper weaving, but now Busy Mommy Media shows us how to weave painted paper! We love how it’s turned out, and makes for a great piece of wall art!

15. Cartoon Characters Weaving Activity

If you’ve got a Hello Kitty or Miffy fan at home, you’re sure to love this set of paper weaving printables from Ocean Child Crafts! Follow the instructions and dress up your favorite character!

You’ll notice that some of these paper weaving activities are very simple and basic, and these are meant for beginners. The others, like the art projects, are better suited for older kids or even adults. Who knows, this might just uncover your hidden talent or love for a new hobby!