15 of the Cutest Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Crafts for Kids
Celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee with these pretty and ‘propah’ Platinum jubilee crafts! Includes crowns, soldiers and some fun masks!
There’s something about royals that interests regular people like you and me, probably due to all the fantastical stories and fairy tales we’ve heard during our childhood. Kings and queens, princes and princesses – they all seem to have a life that seems very different, and is still so mysterious!
So why are we talking about royals today? Because the whole world is celebrating the British Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee!
What is the Platinum Jubilee?
The Platinum Jubilee is the 70th anniversary of the accession of a royal, and 2022 marks the Platinum Jubilee of the current Queen Elizabeth II. This is the first time a British monarch is celebrating 70 years wearing the crown!
As you can imagine, this is an event of great excitement across the world, particularly in Commonwealth countries. The celebrations were kickstarted at Buckingham Palace in January, and it culminates in June. In the United Kingdom, there was an extra bank holiday on 3 June, and the usual Spring bank holiday was moved from the end of May to 2 June, to create the four-day Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend from Thursday, 2 June, to Sunday, 5 June. This is why June is considered the grand finale, and countries are doing many special things to mark the event:
- Mattel has released a Platinum Jubilee-special Barbie doll that looks like the Queen
- Eight places in the UK have been given city status
- The Australia Post released two commemorative stamps
- The Australian Parliament house has planned special tours featuring the Queen in their art collection
- A 14-tune concert will be held in front of the Governor’s Palace at Williamsburg, Virginia
And the main event will be a Platinum Party at the palace, which will feature talented people like Alicia Keys, Diana Ross, Adam Lambert, Sir Rod Stewart, Duran Duran and Hans Zimmer. Yes, it’s a grand party fit for a queen!
So we’re joining in the party too, with some ‘propah’ Platinum Jubilee Crafts for kids to make and enjoy! If you’re planning a themed party, you’ll find that these Platinum Jubilee crafts will come in quite handy, especially when it comes to decoration!
15 Pretty and Perfect Platinum Jubilee Crafts for Kids
1. Queen Cardboard Tube Mascot
This list of Platinum Jubilee Crafts is all about celebrating the queen, so we’ll begin with her! This toilet roll craft from Baker Ross really does resemble the queen, complete with a pearl necklace!
2. Toilet Roll British Soldiers
When we speak of the Queen’s 70 years in service, we must talk about the people who help make it possible – the Queen’s guard. Anyone who’s seen the guardsmen will be intrigued at how incredibly disciplined they are! Create your own set of guards with this fun craft from Soma Juttu.
3. DIY Royal Crown
All this talk of royals and palaces may have you feeling like living like a royal for at least a day. Well, thanks to this craft from Red Ted Art, you can! Put on this gorgeous paper crown and feel yourself immediately elevated to royal status!
4. Union Jack Yarn Heart Garland
Having a party to celebrate 70 years of the Queen’s accession? Well, this list of Platinum Jubilee crafts is the right spot for you! Decorate your entryway with this yarn banner from Fave Crafts that looks quite premium and bespoke.
5. Union Jack Fortune Teller
Even little kids can join in the fun of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations with this cute fortune teller from Red Ted Art! Simply download the free printable, cut and fold according to the instructions and you’re done!
6. Platinum Jubilee Colouring Bookmarks
The Platinum Jubilee celebrations don’t have to put a stop to your reading, but they can certainly made it more fun with these DIY bookmarks from Mum in the Madhouse! These are coloring bookmarks, so you can customize them completely. Print them on thick card stock to make them more durable.
7. Union Jack Inspired Handmade Felt Ornament
Many countries are releasing commemorative memorabilia to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee, and people are buying them to save as keepsakes. Not in a country that sells these? No problem, that’s what this list of Platinum Jubilee crafts is for! Celebrating Everyday Life shows us how to make our own felt ornaments that look as good as any store bought keepsake.
8. Platinum Jubilee Coloring Sheets
Hobby Craft has an entire collection of Platinum Jubilee crafts in printable form, and we love their coloring pages! The pages feature a variety of royal icons, like the Queen’s Corgi, crown, bag and others. See how many you can spot!
9. Cardboard Tube Royal Palace
If you love pretend play or small world play and want to create your very own play set featuring the queen, check out this project from Hobby Craft. You can make the palace, the guards, the Corgis and of course, the queen in all her finery!
10. English Pillow Parade
If you’re up for a challenge, check out this sewing project from Hamburger Liebe. It features many fun cushions you can sew with free patterns that represent famous British imagery, like the black cab, London underground and the double decker bus.
11. Andy Warhol Queen Art
We love all of Andy Warhol‘s work, and that is why this art project by Domestic Goddesque finds a place in our list of Platinum Jubilee crafts! This is a fun way to learn about two important people – the Queen and the artist!
12. Platinum Jubilee Decoupage Project
If you love decoupage, you’ll love this project from The Purple Pumpkin Blog! You can easily upcycle any old box you have into containers fit for a queen’s living room – or study or bedroom!
13. Corgi Free Sewing Pattern
Almost as famous as the queen herself, Queen Elizabeth II has two corgis, who are her favorite pets. In fact, there’s even a movie called ‘The Queen’s Corgi’! Once you watch the movie, try out this fun Corgi toy from Fluffmonger.
14. Free Printable Jubilee Paper Chain
Planning a special Platinum Jubilee party? You’ll need streamers and decorations, and we’d suggest adding these paper chains from The Purple Pumpkin Blog to the mix! They’re available for free download, and you can easily turn them into a paper chain.
15. Royal Family Free Printable Masks
Okay, we admit the masks themselves do look a little creepy, but they’re sure to be a lot of fun – especially at a Platinum Jubilee theme party! Oh My Fiesta! generously offers us the masks for free download, and you can easily punch holes on the sides and attach a string.
We hope these Platinum Jubilee crafts will keep you and the whole family occupied all through June, as the world celebrates the grand finale of the celebrations. You can also use this opportunity to learn about the Commonwealth, the history of the royals and their various activities. All in all, prepare for a fun month-long party!
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