17 Class Party Crafts for St. Patrick’s Day

One of my absolute favorite aspects of room parenting has got to be: the crafts. But, I realize not everyone gets a little boost of endorphins when they walk through the sliding doors of Hobby Lobby. And the truth is, you don’t have to be a super crafty room mom to be an amazing room mom. There, I said it. ❤️

What you can do is roll up in the classroom as if you were the queen of Pinterest with one of these seventeen class party crafts for St. Patrick’s Day.

Putting together a craft project for a class holiday party involves just 3 things:

• a little planning
• a little supply gathering
• maybe testing the craft out beforehand (recommended)

This list will help you with the planning and supply gathering.

Yes, momma, I got your back.

We are going to look at a few of my favorite green-tastic St. Patrick’s Day crafts from my St. Patty’s Pinterest board. I’ll give you some tips on the recommended age/grade for each project, plus, I’ll let you know how to modify the craft for the classroom if necessary.

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1. Magic Fizzing Shamrocks

This project comes from Katie at Gift of Curiosity. In this craft, kids paint a shamrock cut out with Katie’s baking soda based paint recipe. Next, the children add drops of vinegar to create the fizz! It’s basically magic for kiddos, and a great opportunity to highlight the science behind how acids and bases react when mixed together. SCIENCE for the win!

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, I would size down the shamrock to fit onto a soak-proof disposable plate. This way, each student has their own controlled area to experiment with the fizzy paint. Limit the amount of vinegar for each student – or each pair of students – to keep the liquid mess to a minimum. Some children will probably complain about the smell of the vinegar (AKA my daughter). Give them the option to paint their shamrocks without having to use the vinegar. There’s a 99.9999% chance they will want that stinky vinegar after they see their peers’ fizz though.

Additional supplies you may need to bring to the class party: Tiny plastic shot glasses and pipettes for the vinegar. Extra paper towels for the spirited student who goes wild with the vinegar. 🙂 Check out the full project instructions and supplies needed here.

2. St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Man

If vinegar (or any projects with liquid for that matter) is just not your thing, here’s an adorable project that only requires paper, glue sticks, and scissors. No mess! This shamrock man comes from Kim over at The Resourceful Mama.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (Pre-K and Kindergarten students may need help cutting out the smaller shamrocks)

Modifications for the classroom: This project needs very little modification for the classroom. The children will most likely already have the glue sticks and scissors on hand, so that’s one less thing you need to get!

Definitely check with the teacher to find out how much time you have for the party. If it’s a short amount of time, you might want to consider cutting out the strips of paper for the legs ahead of time. I use this paper trimmer for cutting perfectly straight lines, so it wouldn’t be a time-consuming job at all. If you need to save even more time, you can substitute the paper eyes for googly eyes because who doesn’t love googly eyes?!

Additional supplies you may need to bring: A few extra pairs of scissors – in case other parents are at the party and want to help students cut out their shamrocks. You can find the full instructions for this St. Patrick’s Day crafts for kids along with the printable shamrock templates here. The link for the large shamrock template seems to be broken on her site, but you can download the correct template here.

3. Shamrock Slime

Who doesn’t love slime?!

I absolutely love slime as long as it does not contain food colouring (or anything that can stain my hands, clothes, furniture, pets, etc.). This fabulous slime project fits the bill and comes from Amy at As the Bunny Hops.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (Preschoolers will need extra help on this one)

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, Amy uses a borax based recipe for her slime. In the classroom, I think it would be more convenient to use a premade slime activator. I’ve tried dozens of slime recipes over the last few years with my daughter, and using slime activator is hands-down the easiest method we have tried. With other methods, there was just too much room for error (for me at least!).

Additional supplies you may need to bring to the class party: You will need soak-proof disposable bowls for individual mixing and heavy-duty disposable spoons. You will also need to bring small containers for the students to bring home their slime. This can be as simple as Ziploc storage bags or you can cover the bowl and the storage problem with these meal prep containers.

4. St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Bracelets

Project #4 comes from Sam at Simple Everyday Mom. These bracelets are adorable, but for this project, I would consider making keychains instead of bracelets. Most little boys want nothing to do with jewelry, so modifying the craft a little to make keychains makes more sense.

Recommended Grade Level: Kindergarten & older (younger grades will definitely need help tying knots)

Modifications for the classroom: Instead of using stretch cord, simply use the embroidery thread to string the beads and add a keychain loop just before you tie the knot.

Additional supplies you may need to bring to the class party: You would normally need pliers to open and close the keychain loop, but if you’re adding the loop just before tying the knot on your string, you won’t need them. Also, you will want to bring bowls to keep the beads from rolling all over the classroom floor.

5. Paper Shamrock Craft

If the thought of a bag of rainbow beads exploding all over the classroom floor gives you a twinge of anxiety, this next project is easy peasy and only requires paper and glue! This 3D shamrock comes from Devon at Midwestern Moms.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (younger students may need more assistance)

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, Devon uses hot glue and scrapbook paper. In the classroom, you can use green construction paper and glue sticks instead. Glue sticks will not be strong enough to hold scrapbook paper or cardstock in place, so I found this green construction paper that would work perfectly as a substitute.

You can have the students cut the paper into strips or you can pre-cut the paper with a paper trimmer (this thing is a lifesaver, I’m not even kidding). You can find Devon’s exact measurements for the paper strips here.

Additional supplies you may need to bring: I would bring a stapler with extra staples just in case a student has trouble getting their shamrock to stay together with glue.

6. Pot of Gold Yarn Craft

I am slightly obsessed with this next project by Vicky over at Mess for Less. Although this craft LOOKS super complicated, Vicky makes it so easy with her step-by-step tutorial.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (younger students will need extra help with cutting out the plate and punching holes with a hole puncher)

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, I wouldn’t change a thing. You will definitely want to make this one on your own first, get an idea of the length for each color of yarn needed, and precut those.

Additional supplies you may need to bring to the class party: Extra hole punchers (you can ask the teacher to round up as many as she can from the other teachers as well). In addition, you should bring small containers to keep the yellow beads under control.

7. Leprechaun Popcorn Hat

This project could make for a really fun class popcorn party craft (depending on the school’s food policy, of course!). Who doesn’t love crafts and snacks?! This adorable project idea comes from Christie over at Raising Whasians.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (younger students will need help with hat assembly)

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, I wouldn’t change a thing! Christie uses glue and tape, but I would definitely use tape instead of glue for quick assembly in the classroom.

Additional supplies you may need to bring to the class party: Lots of extra tape and a few extra pairs of scissors for other parent volunteers who want to help out.

8. DIY Rainbow Cloud Wall Flag

Celebrate the beautiful rainbows of Spring with this rainbow cloud flag. This project comes from Jennifer at Mom Spotted. My favorite part of this project is the cotton balls! I know students would LOVE to make this craft and play with the cotton balls.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, I would shrink down the size of the cloud if using cotton balls. Sizing down the cloud to around a half a sheet of paper would be more reasonable.

Additional supplies you may need to bring: Test out this project for yourself to see how many cotton balls each student will need and buy an extra bag just to be safe! You could also have the students stretch out the cotton balls to cover more surface area.

9. Crepe Paper Shamrock

Here’s another project from Kim at The Resourceful Mama. I love the texture and simplicity of this project. It would make a great craft for your next class party!

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, I would print out Kim’s template on cardstock, and I would not cut it out. That way, there’s less glue mess from the edges of the shamrock. That’s totally optional though!

Additional supplies you may need to bring: Extra glue sticks and maybe a few extra pairs of scissors if you plan to cut out the shamrock.

10. Shaving Cream Marbled Shamrock Craft

This next project is messy, but it looks like SO MUCH FUN. It comes from Devon at Mama Cheaps. I’ve personally never tried shaving cream art, but my daughter has tried it at bible school and it turned out very neat looking!

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (you will need adults to help control the mess no matter the age!)

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, Devon does several shamrocks in one dish of shaving cream. With that in mind, this project would be a good group craft with one adult in each group. Each student can take a turn swirling the paints on top of the shaving cream. Then, each student can lay their shamrock on the paint one at a time.

Additional supplies you may need to bring to the class party: For the classroom, you may want to use disposable pans for the shaving cream/paint mixtures. If using regular pie pans from your kitchen, bring a trash bag or empty grocery bag to put them in for the ride home!

Furthermore, you will need extra squeegees for the classroom (one for each group). I found an inexpensive pack of 4 here. If you’re on a tight budget, you can use a piece of rigid cardboard (like the kind on the back of a notepad) instead.

11. Easy Paper Bowl Leprechaun Craft

The next project is just too cute. I can literally picture this hanging on my refrigerator. This adorable paper bowl leprechaun comes from Rachel at iHeartCraftyThings.com.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (Pre-K students will likely need some assistance)

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, have the students paint their bowls first, then cut out the pieces needed for the hat while the paint is drying. Encourage students to spread the paint out in a thin coat and to avoid leaving globs of paint. By the time the hat is assembled, the paint should be dry.

Additional supplies you may need to bring: You will need small soak-proof disposable plates for each student’s paint along with paper towels to cover their desks.

I’m not a huge fan of sponge paintbrushes. I find it’s better to get a pack of regular paint brushes and just wash them after. Foam brushes tend to fall apart after a couple uses, so it seems like a waste to me!

Whether you pre-cut the hat pieces is totally up to you. If you have the student cut them out, you may want to bring extra scissors for parents who want to help out. You should also bring a stapler with extra staples to attach the hat.

12. Four Leaf Clover Sun Catcher

This project comes from Alex at ThreeLittleFerns.com. I love this project because, as Alex says, it’s impossible to make a mess! If paint, glitter, slime or shaving cream is just not your thing, this project has your name written all over it. The use of contact paper is simply genius.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older

Modifications for the classroom: Whether you pre-cut the tissue paper squares or not is up to you. I would take into consideration the time allotted for your project. Other than that, no modifications are needed.

Additional supplies you may need to bring: Make sure you calculate how much contact paper each student will need and do the math to make sure you have enough!

13. Simple Paper Plate Pot of Gold Craft

This project comes from Melissa at KidFriendlyThingstoDo.com and is probably the best paper plate craft I have ever seen. And, trust me, I’ve seen A LOT.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, Melissa uses watercolors, but if you’d rather skip the painting/paint brushes/water cups, markers and/or crayons will work just fine. Students most likely already have these supplies on hand.

If you have trouble finding gold coins for the pot of gold, have the students cut out circles using yellow construction paper or gold scrapbook paper.

Additional supplies you may need to bring to the class party: Extra scissors for parents who want to help.

14. Treasure Pots Craft

This project puts a thoughtful spin on the leprechaun’s pot of gold. It comes from Julie at HappyHomeFairy.com and encourages students to celebrate the “treasures” in their lives. I love the way this project inspires an attitude of gratitude! ❤️

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older

Modifications for the classroom: None. This one is perfect for the classroom.

Additional supplies you may need to bring: Extra scissors, glue sticks, and possibly tape to help keep the coins in place.

15. Popsicle Stick Leprechaun Magnet

This project comes from Melissa at TodaysCreativeIdeas.com. I love this project because it’s a keepsake. It’s a magnet you can slap on the fridge every spring and remember when your child made it!

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older

Modifications for the classroom:

Since there’s lots of painting involved in this craft, you may want to assemble the popsicle sticks ahead of time to bring to the class party. If you had the students assemble them in class, the glue would need time to dry to be stable enough to flip over. I would do these ahead of time with a glue gun. Additionally, I would go ahead and attach the magnet ahead of time with hot glue to ensure a strong bond.

Additional supplies you may need to bring: You will need small soak-proof disposable plates to hold each student’s paint. Check with the teacher to see what paint brushes she has on hand (if any). If you need paint brushes, I would get these. They are inexpensive and will last years. Also, bring a roll of paper towels!

16. Leprechaun Finger Puppet

This super cute finger puppet project comes from Rachel at iHeartCraftyThings.com. I love that this project is all about making something that’s interactive. I know my daughter’s class would go crazy over these!

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (Pre-K students may need help with cutting out the shapes).

Modifications for the classroom: For this project, no modifications are needed!

Additional supplies you may need to bring: Plan to bring extra pairs of scissors for any other parents who came to help out. This project involves lots of cutting! Make sure to print out extra copies of the template (which can be found here).

17. Easy Leprechaun Handprint Craft

A list of kid’s crafts is not complete without a handprint craft! Sam at SimpleEverydayMom.com delivers with this adorable leprechaun handprint craft. She even includes a template for the hat and face here.

Recommended Grade Level: Preschool & older (Pre-K will need more help with cutting)

Modifications for the classroom: No major modifications are needed for this project. You can print her templates on colored paper so that students can cut them out and flip them over, but you will likely go through a lot of extra paper that way. It’s probably best to print the templates on white paper and have students trace on the color needed for each piece.

Additional supplies you may need to bring: Extra scissors and glue sticks!

Conclusion

I hope this list of class party crafts for St. Patrick’s Day helped to give you lots of inspiration for your next room mom appearance in the classroom. Easter is right around the corner! Check out this DIY Pin the Tail on the Bunny activity, these adorable Easter crafts kids can make, and these Fun Easter Games for School to get ready for the next holiday. Believe it or not, Mother’s Day will be here before you know it so check out this easy Mother’s Day Handprint Craft too!

If you decided to bring one of these projects to the St. Patty’s day party, let me know all about it!

Oh, and don’t forget to wear GREEN! 🍀

Happy crafting, room mom!

Amy