DIY Animal Crayon Holders (12 Pack)

DIY Crayon Holders turn everyday art supplies into a creative project kids can decorate, personalize, and proudly use again and again.

Create a Functional Craft Kids Will Actually Use

These DIY Crayon Holders are designed to make art time more personal and more organized. Each holder provides a blank surface that kids can paint, color, and decorate however they like, transforming a simple supply organizer into something that feels uniquely theirs.

Because the finished project has a real purpose, it doesn’t get tossed aside. Kids use their decorated holder during art time, keep it at their desk, or take it home to organize crayons, markers, or small supplies. That functional payoff makes this craft especially satisfying for both kids and program leaders.

This project works beautifully in classrooms, camps, and after-school programs where you want a craft that blends creativity with everyday usefulness. It also shines as a back-to-school activity, a rainy-day project, or an addition to a creative station.

Why DIY Crayon Holders Are a Smart Craft Choice

• Combines decorating with real-world function
• Encourages organization and ownership of supplies
• Easy to manage for groups and classroom settings
• A finished project that gets daily use

Product Highlights

• DIY-Ready – Smooth surface made for painting, coloring, and embellishing
• Functional Design – Holds crayons neatly for everyday use
• Creative Freedom – Kids can customize with colors, patterns, and textures
• Program-Friendly – Simple setup that works well for groups

What’s Included

This set includes wooden animals and bases, googly eyes, and string.

This Craft Kit Is Great For

• Schools: Supports organization and creativity. Students personalize holders they can use during daily art time or independent work.
• After-School Programs: A functional, creative project. Kids enjoy decorating something that stays useful long after the activity ends.
• Camps: A practical craft with take-home value. Campers use their holders throughout the week and bring them home as a reminder of camp.
• Recreation Centers: Easy to run in group settings. Works well as a station-based activity with minimal supervision.
• Home: A creative and useful project. Great for organizing crayons while adding a personal touch to art spaces.
• Nursing Homes / Senior Centers: A calming, purposeful activity. Decorating functional items encourages focus and creativity.
• VBS: A customizable craft station. Kids can decorate holders to match themes or lessons.

How to Get Started

• Set out crayon holders and decorating supplies
• Paint or color designs and allow them to dry
• Add embellishments for extra personality
• Fill with crayons and start creating

Tips for Decorating and Using

• Use bold colors, so designs stand out
• Let the paint dry thoroughly before adding trim
• Keep holders on desks or shelves for easy access

Explore More

For more creative ideas, visit our blog or browse additional organization-friendly projects in our Classroom Crafts collection.

Order Your DIY Crayon Holders Today

DIY Crayon Holders make art time feel more personal, more organized, and more fun. Kids love decorating something they actually get to use, and adults love how it keeps supplies neat. It’s one of those simple projects that quietly becomes a favorite.