CYO Hand-Crank Fans (12 Pack)

CYO Hand Crank Fans (12 Pack) turn summer crafting into instant cool-down fun with decorate-your-own fans that actually work when kids crank them.

Beat the Heat with a Craft Kids Can Use Right Away

These hand-crank fans are made for warm-weather programs where kids want something fun and functional. Participants decorate the fan casing, then spin the handle to create an absolute breeze. The payoff is immediate, making this project especially popular on hot summer days.

Because the fan works without batteries, it feels magical the first time kids crank it and feel the airflow. That hands-on cause-and-effect moment keeps attention high and adds an interactive element that goes beyond a typical paint-and-set-aside craft.

This is an ideal choice for summer camps, outdoor events, field days, and VBS programs where crafts need to be quick, engaging, and practical. Kids decorate, test, tweak, and proudly use their fan throughout the day.

Why These Hand Crank Fans Are a Summer Favorite

• Creates real airflow without batteries or cords
• High engagement thanks to immediate, hands-on results
• Perfect balance of crafting, movement, and play
• Practical finished project, kids actually keep using

Product Highlights

• Hand-Powered – No batteries needed, crank and feel the breeze
• DIY-Ready – Smooth surface made for decorating and personalization
• Summer Essential – A craft that feels perfect for warm-weather programs
• Kid-Approved – Fun to make and even more fun to use

What’s Included

This pack includes 12 hand-crank fans ready to decorate and use.

This Fan Craft Is Great For

• Camps: A must-have summer activity. Campers decorate and immediately use their fans during outdoor games, walks, and hot afternoons.
• Schools: A fun seasonal STEM-style craft. Students explore motion and cause-and-effect as they create something practical.
• After-School Programs: An energetic, hands-on project. Keeps kids engaged with both creativity and movement.
• Recreation Centers: Perfect for summer events. Works well for drop-in crafting and outdoor programming.
• Home: A cool rainy-or-sunny day craft. Kids love decorating a fan they can actually use right away.
• Nursing Homes / Senior Centers: A light, interactive activity. Simple cranking motion and decorating make this approachable and enjoyable.
• VBS: Great for summer-themed programs. Easy to decorate and fun to use during outdoor activities.

How to Get Started

• Hand out one fan per participant
• Decorate the casing with colors or designs
• Let decorations dry if using paint
• Crank the handle and enjoy the breeze

Tips for Decorating and Using

• Keep decorations lightweight so the fan spins easily
• Test the crank before and after decorating
• Encourage bold colors that pop in the sun

Explore More

For more warm-weather ideas, visit our blog and explore summer-ready projects in our Summer Crafts collection.

Order Your Hand-Crank Fans Today

CYO Hand Crank Fans (12 Pack) are the kind of summer craft kids talk about all day. They decorate it, crank it, feel the breeze, and carry it everywhere. If you want a project that delivers instant excitement and real relief from the heat, this one earns its spot in your summer lineup.