Arts & Crafts Experiences for Kids
Creative parties, group experiences, DIY kits, and hands-on fun for kids at home, school, camp, daycare, and beyond.
Kids are made to create.
At The Craft Paintery Kids, we make it easy to give them more opportunities to do it. Through painting, crafts, parties, group activities, and creative projects, kids can explore new ideas, try new things, and have fun making something that's all their own.
Big question:
Looking for fun, creative ways to get the kids in your life making, exploring, and having fun?
You’re struggling with:
Finding creative activities kids will actually be excited about
Coming up with something different from the same old activities
Figuring out what projects, supplies, and ideas work well for different ages
Planning hands-on activities for parties, groups, or special events
Finding creative options that don’t require you to plan everything from scratch
And all you want is to:
Give kids fun, hands-on ways to create and explore
Find activities that are engaging and age-appropriate
Make parties, events, and group activities a little more memorable
Spend less time figuring out supplies, projects, and logistics
Give kids something they can be proud to say, “I made that!”
That’s where The Craft Paintery Kids comes in!
Introducing:
Creative Arts & Crafts Experiences for Kids in Cedar Rapids & Beyond
We make it easier to bring hands-on creativity to kids through painting, crafts, parties, group activities, special events, and more.
Whether you're planning a birthday celebration, organizing an activity for a school or youth group, looking for something creative for an event, or bringing the fun home with a DIY kit, we're here to help kids make something, try something new, and have a whole lot of creative fun.
Hi! I'm Hilary!
I’ve spent years working with kids of all ages, from infants to high schoolers, and I’ve seen firsthand how much fun happens when kids get the chance to create.
I love all things crafty (and music-related!), and The Craft Paintery lets me turn that love of creativity into experiences kids can enjoy at parties, events, schools, groups, and beyond.
My favorite part? Watching kids take an idea, make it their own, and proudly show off what they created.
Your Child Will Thrive By:
Exploring creativity through hands-on painting and craft projects
Trying new materials, techniques, and ways to make things
Building confidence as they make creative choices of their own
Practicing problem-solving, patience, and other skills while they create
Having a welcoming space to experiment, create, and have fun
Kids Get More Than a Finished Project. They’ll:
Discover new ways to use their imagination and express their ideas
Have fun while learning new creative skills and trying new things
Experience that glorious “I MADE THIS!” feeling when they see what they created
Creativity can be fun AND full of learning! Our projects can introduce kids to art, problem-solving, STEAM concepts, new techniques, and plenty of hands-on exploration.
We Have Plenty of Creative Ideas Up Our Sleeves!
The Craft Paintery Kids draws from a variety of projects, ideas, and resources, including the Creative Crafting Curriculum, a collection of activities developed with input from professionals in fields including architecture, engineering, occupational therapy, and play therapy.
But we don't stick to just one curriculum or one type of project. We choose and adapt activities based on the ages, group, occasion, and creative experience we're planning.
That means kids may paint, craft, build, experiment with different materials, explore STEAM concepts, or simply make something ridiculously fun.
Creative activities can help kids build skills while they’re busy having fun!
Fine Motor Skills
Problem-solving Skills
Creative Thinking
Self-expression
Social Skills
Confidence
Planning & Decision-Making
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Skills
There’s More to Creating Than Just the Craft!
Think & Brainstorm
We think outside the box, explore creativity, and practice our problem-solving skills
Craft
We get hands-on with art supplies, materials, techniques, and plenty of creativity.
Play
We practice our gross motor and social skills while having fun!
Wind Down
We take a moment to appreciate what we made, share our creations, and celebrate a job well done.
What We Offer
Kids Paint Parties
Make their celebration extra creative with a mobile paint party! We bring the painting activity and supplies to your location and guide the kids step by step through a project they’ll be excited to take home.
Creative Parties & Group Activities
Painting isn’t the only way to get creative! Craft parties, hands-on projects, and creative activities give birthdays, youth groups, camps, schools, daycares, libraries, and other gatherings even more ways to make something together.
Creative Events & Programs
Looking for a hands-on activity for a larger group or special event? The Craft Paintery Kids can bring creative projects to schools, daycares, camps, community groups, pop-ups, and other kid-focused events.
DIY Craft & Paint Kits
Bring the creativity home or make it easy to create with a group. Our DIY kits and party packs include the project materials you need for creative fun without having to gather everything yourself.
But don’t just take our word for it…
See what others are saying about the Creative Crafting Curriculum!
The fact that the curriculum was developed by an architect, engineer, occupational therapist, and artist is just amazing.
The benefits of the lessons to a child's developmental skills blow my mind!
Claudi, Mom
What a wonderful activity for my 4-year-old son to partake in. It really sparks his creativity.
The Occupational Therapy reasoning (provided to parents about the activity post class) allows you to understand the super-skills being practiced through each creative class.
Sarah, Mom
We make cool crafts that can DO STUFF. Like rockets that can shoot and cars that drive.
Sometimes we work with cardboard, and other times with paint or with clay, and that's why I love this club.
Lucas, Student (9)
Have questions? Let us answer them for you...
What kinds of creative experiences do you offer?
We offer kids paint parties, craft parties and activities, creative group experiences, special events, and DIY paint and craft kits. Options can vary depending on the ages, group size, occasion, and type of experience you're planning.
Do you provide the supplies?
Yes! For our in-person creative experiences, we bring the supplies and materials needed for the planned project. DIY kits and party packs include the materials specified for that kit.
What ages are your activities for?
We work with kids across a range of ages and choose projects and activities with the group in mind. If you're not sure whether an activity will work for your kids' ages, just ask and we'll help you find a good fit
Where do your parties and activities take place?
We're mobile, which means we bring the creative fun to you! Parties and activities can take place at homes, schools, daycares, community spaces, event venues, and other suitable locations.
What should kids wear?
Creating can get messy! We recommend wearing clothes that can handle an accidental splash of paint, glue, or other craft materials.
How do I plan an activity or event with The Craft Paintery Kids?
Tell us a little about what you're planning, including the type of event or group, ages, approximate number of kids, date, and location. We'll help you figure out which creative option makes the most sense.
