Best Fall Nature Crafts for Kids and Adults

Try any of these autumn nature craft activity ideas for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and kids of all ages at home or in the classroom!

Here’s a list of fall nature crafts for kids and adults! Fall nature crafts are projects made with natural materials and supplies. Autumn is one of the best times of the year to make nature crafts. In the fall, there are FREE natural treasures and craft supplies just waiting to be discovered in the great outdoors. Acorns, fall leaves, pinecones, walnuts, and other nuts and seeds ripen and fall to the ground in the autumn. Leaving an abundance of natural craft materials littered on the ground waiting for children (and adults) to transform into beautiful nature arts and crafts.

The abundance of natural supplies makes autumn a perfect time to enjoy nature crafts and outdoor learning activities with children at home and in the classroom. The fall nature crafts and art ideas below offer several creative ways to utilize natural outdoor supplies for fall crafts. The rich, vibrant colors and natural elements used to create these arts and crafts add a unique rustic charm to these creative project activity ideas and DIY decor.

First published on September 26, 2015, this nature craft activity guide is regularly updated to improve its content and keep it current. Today, it includes many more nature activity ideas than the original ten crafts it began with. Scroll down to see each of the gorgeous nature craft activity ideas you can make with natural treasures you find outside in the autumn. You may also enjoy this list of Fall Art Projects for Kids. Happy fall crafting!

Adorable Autumn Nature Crafts For Kids and Adults:

In the fall, the whole family or class can enjoy making fun nature crafts from the list below. Crafting with nature’s seasonal treasures in the fall is a simple way to create unique, festive DIY decor at home or in the classroom. Simple activities like these can help children and adults strengthen their fine motor skills and develop their creativity.

Creating fall crafts with natural materials and supplies can also help children and adults deepen their connection to the changing environment and the natural world. They also help us create meaning in our lives as we flow from season to season throughout the year’s rhythm. As the changing colors and cooler temperatures signal the transition to fall. It’s time to gather the treasures waiting outside your door and transform them into gorgeous autumn arts and crafts to add to your DIY decor. Or make nature crafts to gift to friends and family. Use the fall craft projects and tutorials provided below for ideas and inspiration.

What are Natural Autumn Materials?

Several different types of natural craft supplies are abundant in the fall. Look for these natural materials in the backyard, parks, and neighborhoods, and on nature walks. Many of these natural supplies ripen and become readily available in the autumn. Typically, you can find colorful leaves, acorns, pine cones, walnuts, dried seed pods, and more outdoors in autumn. You will also likely find sticks, twigs, bark, rocks, stones, feathers, and other non-seasonal natural treasures. Along with autumn leaves, foliage, and other nature finds to gather for crafts and other creative projects.

Freshwater or saltwater shells can sometimes be collected year-round, depending on the environment’s natural rhythms. Natural shells of various kinds can often be found near beaches, lakes, or creeks. Look through this collection of year-round nature craft ideas for several shell crafts you can make.

The autumnal elements scattered on the ground can be transformed into a variety of crafts. Use various natural elements to make wreaths, centerpieces, leaf-pressed artwork, decorative garlands, and natural jewelry, such as acorn necklaces. Use the step-by-step craft tutorials below to make fall-themed arts and crafts. The project ideas are suitable for kids or adults at home, in the classroom, or at a community center.

How do you make fall crafts with natural craft supplies?

First, encourage children and adults of all ages to go on a nature walk or a hike (even if only in the backyard) to hunt for and gather a few natural treasures. (I recommend caring for the Earth by only taking what you think you will use from nature.) Next, scroll through the list of fall activity ideas below for a creative fall craft tutorial that uses the natural supplies or materials you collect. You might also enjoy this list of nature craft ideas and art activities for year-round crafting fun!

The rich, warm colors of fall leaves, ranging from deep reds and oranges to golden yellows, provide a stunning palette for artistic projects. Natural bits and bots, such as sticks, acorns, colorful autumn leaves, walnuts, stones, rocks, and pebbles, are fun for children and adults of all ages to manipulate creatively in various crafts and DIY projects, as shown in the photograph below. You might also enjoy creating a Fall Nature Table in the autumn with the natural treasures you find.

Fun Fall Nature Crafts for Kids from Toddlers to Teens:

Each of the fall nature craft activity ideas on the list below uses natural materials from the outdoors. These fall craft activity ideas for kids are divided into categories based on the primary natural material used in each craft. This list of fall nature craft activity ideas is followed by a list of cute autumn animal crafts commonly made in the fall, also made with natural materials.

In other words, the nature craft ideas below are based on the type of natural material used to make the autumn nature crafts. Or the animal into which the craft is made. You might also enjoy these fall art projects, crafts, and Autumn Painting Ideas. This lovely collection of fall nature craft activities is also listed alphabetically. In other words, Acorn Crafts are listed first, followed by Apple Crafts, Helicopter Seed Crafts, Autumn Leaf Crafts, Pinecone Crafts, etc. This design makes the informative guide to fall nature crafts easier to navigate. Find an autumn craft to create with the natural materials available in your neck of the woods —forest, park, or neighborhood — with the creative ideas below.

You will also notice that some of these fun fall crafts fit into more than one category below. An example would be a Turkey made out of leaves or owls made out of pinecones. To make it easy to find the fall craft you’d like to make. I have included these crafts in both places, so you don’t have to scroll back to find them. To see the complete step-by-step instructions for each fall nature activity, click on the creator of the craft. You might also enjoy Celebrating the Fall Autumnal Equinox.

Acorn Crafts for Kids and Adults:

Acorns and acorn caps are fun natural materials for fall crafts. In the autumn, thousands of acorns can be found on the ground near oak trees, especially in a Mast Year. Nature crafts made with acorns and acorn caps, such as acorn necklaces, always turn out great. You will notice that there are a few more acorns in some of the other crafts in this informative guide. For example, many pinecone fairy crafts, such as the one by Donni Webber in the photo collage above, use acorn caps and cute little fairy hats.

Before using acorns to make crafts, clean and disinfect them to ensure they are free of dirt, mold, and pests. Start by soaking them in soap and water, scrubbing them clean, and allowing them to dry. Next, bake them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 200°F (about 95°C) for 1-2 hours. Stir and turn them once every 20-30 minutes to prevent burning. Then, try any of the fun ways to craft with acorns from the list of easy craft activity ideas below:

Easy Fall Nature Crafts Made with Acorns or Acorn Caps:

1. DIY Acorn Dolls: Use peg dolls and acorn caps to make adorable acorn dolls with the instructions on Rhythms of Play.
2. Rustic Acorn Marble Ornaments: Use acorn caps and marbles to make handmade ornaments on Rhythms of Play.
3. Felted Pom Pom Acorns: Learn how to make felted acorns with the step-by-step instructions on Adventure in a Box.
4. Acorn Frame: Create a rustic frame surrounded with acorns with this simple fall nature craft on Crafts by Amanda.
5. Stick and Acorn Men: Make adorable acorn and stick figurines like the ex-Lego designer DavidMBird shares on his Instagram page!
6. Acorn Wreath for Kids: Use acorns to make a simple wreath with a cardboard circle and glue, following the instructions on Craftulate.
7. Fall Wreath with Acorns: learn how to make a wreath with acorns and a 12-inch grapevine wreath on Tried & True.
8. Acorn Garland: Learn how to make a painted acorn garland with pinecones on Mud & Bloom, or a natural acorn garland on Wisconsin Magpie.
9. How to Paint Acorns for Fall: Paint acorns for use in home decor projects with the instructions and tips on Mod Podge Rocks.
10. Floating Acorn Candles: The thought of actually using these tiny little candles is slightly ridiculous, but they sure are charming! Learn how to make acorn candles that float on The Gunny Sack.
11. Acorn Squirrel Craft: Create a picture of a squirrel using acorns with the step-by-step instructions on Little Stuff.
12. Squirrel Acorn Craft: Learn how to make adorable squirrel figurines with acorns and pipe cleaners on Toys in the Dryer.
13. Acorn Marble Necklaces: Learn how to make a gorgeous necklace with an acorn cap and a marble that you can wear or gift to someone special with step-by-step instructions on Rhythms of Play (Photo below)

Apple Crafts Made with Nature:

Apple crafts are fun for back-to-school and the autumn harvest. You may also like this Apple Button Tree Craft for Kids. Look at this round-up of fall art projects for kids for more apple arts and crafts ideas. Most of the autumn nature crafts on the list below are made with real apples. While the last two craft activity ideas use natural materials to make apple crafts that look like apples:

Nature Crafts Made with Real Apples or to Look Like Apples:

1. Apple Hedgehog Crafts: Use real apples and toothpicks or small twigs to make hedgehog pr porcupine crafts on Rhythms of Play.
2. Dehydrated Apple Art: Create a dehydrated apple wall hanging with the craft tutorial on Brainy Beginnings.
3. Leaf, Nut, and Apple Wind Catcher Mobile: Learn how to make a wind catcher or mobile with natural materials, including apples, with the nature craft project on Fun Family Crafts.
4. How to Craft a Clove Apple Pomander: Make apple pomanders with the DIY instructions on Crafting a Green World.
5. Pinecone Apples: Use rounded pinecones to make apple crafts with the DIY instructions on Fireflies & Mudpies.
6. Oak Apple Nature Craft: Learn how to paint oak galls to look like cute little apples on Rhythms of Play (Photo Below).

Helicopter Seed Crafts:

Here are a few helicopter seed crafts. When dropped, helicopter seeds spin and swirl to the ground. This natural craft supply is commonly found on sycamore, ash, and maple trees. The helicopter seed nature craft activity ideas below provide simple ways to use these natural materials to create unique fall arts and crafts.

Autumn Nature Crafts Made with Helicopter Seeds:

1. Helicopter Seed Craft and Wall Hanging: Use helicopter seeds to make a simple wall hanging for your DIY home decor, with instructions from Blue Bear Wood.
2. Autumn Woodland Treasures: Helicopter Seed Dragonfly Craft: Use helicopter seeds, a twig, and paint to make beautiful dragonfly crafts like those in the photo below by Fifth Wizardry.

Leaf Art: Autumn Leaf Art Ideas for Kids and Adults:

You can make several fun autumn leaf arts and crafts with natural fall leaves. These autumn leaf project activities are separated into two primary categories: fall leaf art (on the list directly below) and autumn leaf craft activity ideas (in the next section):

Fall Nature Art Made with Autumn Leaves:

1. Autumn Leaf Mandala: Make a beautiful nature mandala with fall leaves and other autumn nature treasures, with instructions on Rhythms of Play.
2. Watercolor and Fall Leaf Art: Create mixed-media art with watercolors and fall leaves using the leaf art instructions and tips on Rhythms of Play.
3. Leaf Rubbings: Step-by-step instructions for making leaf rubbings are included in this massive list of fall art ideas.
4. Leaf Prints: Make leaf prints with fall leaves with the leaf craft instructions from Edventures with Kids.
5. Invitation to Create Fall Leaves Art: Use paint and googly eyes to create arts and crafts inspired by the nature art idea from Rhythms of Play.
6. Art Embossed Fall Leaves Crafts: Learn how to emboss leaves with the instructions on Mother Natured.
7. Fabulous Fall Leaf Craft Collage: Create a process art collage with fall leaves and other natural materials with the nature collage art activity on Happy Hooligans.
8. Fall Leaf Fish in the Sea Nature Craft Art: Use real leaves to make fish art with the leaf art tutorial on Rhythms of Play.
9. Fall Leaf Baby Craft on Watercolor: Use leaves to create a leaf baby like the one in the photo below, and animal figures with the tutorial on Rhythms of Play.

Related: 10 Ways to Have Fun Outside with Fall Leaves

Leaf Craft Activity Ideas: Nature Crafts to Make with Fall Leaves:

Like the autumn leaves strewn across the woodland floor and throughout the neighborhood, fall leaf crafts abound in the fall! These simple crafts make lovely autumn nature craft activity ideas. There are so many fun craft ideas you can make with autumn leaves. Check out the unique collection of fall nature crafts you can make with different colors of fall leaves below:

Fall Nature Crafts Made with Autumn Leaves:

1. Collect, Press, and Preserve Fall Leaves for Autumn Crafts: Learn how to preserve colorful autumn leaves with the instructions on Rhythms of Play.
2. Fall Leaf Crowns and Tiaras: Use fall leaves to make leaf crowns and tiaras with instructions on Rhythms of Play.
3. Heart Leaf Lanterns: Cut leaves into heart shapes, then use them to make heart lanterns with the DIY tutorial on Rhythms of Play.
4. Superhero and Animal Fall Leaf Masks: Use leaves to make simple masks with the nature craft idea from BabyCCino.
5. Stick Leaf Fairies: Gather sticks and autumn leaves to make stick fairies with the nature craft instructions on Mother Natured.
6. Easy Autumn Tree Craft with Fall Leaves: Use fall leaves to make a simple tree craft with the instructions on Crafts on Sea.
7. Fall Leaf Finger Puppets: Learn how to make finger puppets with fall leaves with the nature activity on Crafts by Amanda.
8. Painted Leaf Monsters: Make leaf monsters with nature craft activity instructions on Messy Little Monster.
9. Fall Leaf Mandala Craft: Use autumn colors to make a leaf mandala with the tutorial on Rhythms of Play.
10. Nature Portraits: Make fall faces with autumn colors with the portrait art activity from Adventure in a Box.
11. Fall Leaf Sewing with DIY Lacing Cards: Use a hole punch to make homemade lacing cards like the ones shown in the photograph below. Try sewing with leaves with the fun beginning Sewing Project for Kids on Rhythms of Play.

Autumn Leaf DIY Decor:

There are so many nature projects made with fall leaves; I had to separate them into three categories! This is the final one. Leaf art and leaf crafts are in the above sections, and fall leaf decor projects are on the list of fall leaf activities below:

DIY Decor Made with Colorful Fall Leaves:

1. DIY Fall Leaf Garland: Use colorful autumn leaves to make a fall leaf garland with the nature craft instructions on Swoodson Says.
2. Autumn Leaf Wreath: Make a simple leaf wreath with kids with the instructions on the Crafts for all Seasons Blog.
3. Thankful Tree with Preserved Fall Gratitude Leaves: Learn how to make a thankful or gratitude tree with preserved leaves with the DIY instructions on Rhythms of Play.
4. Leaf Lantern Craft: Learn how to make leaf lanters that glow beautifully, as shown in the photograph below, with the nature craft tutorial on Rhythms of Play.

Mud Pies:

• Making mud pies is a creative fall activity for kids of all ages. Children can spend hours playing with mud and making various mud crafts, such as mud pies and other magical creations.
• Visit Rhythms of Play for creative mud pie crafts and ideas you can try.

Pine Cone Crafts:

Crafts made with pinecones are fun for kids and adults as the temperatures drop and the pinecones fall to the ground. They make excellent materials for fall nature crafts in the autumn and winter months. Like acorns, it is best to clean and bake pinecones found in nature before making crafts with them.

Before using pinecones to make crafts, soak them in soap and water, scrub them clean, allow them to dry, and bake them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper at 200°F (about 95°C) for 1-2 hours, stirring and turning them once every 20-30 minutes. Next, choose a few fun pinecone craft ideas from the list below:

Fall Crafts Made with Pinecones:

1. Autumn Pinecone Fairies | The craft tutorial for the beautiful pinecone fairy with reddish-orange wool roving for hair, a needle-felted head, an acorn-cap hat, and a pinecone body, featured in the photographs by Donni Webber, is no longer available online. Please visit the pinecone fairy crafts with colorful felt wings by Red Ted Art or the woodland fairy tutorial on Kids Activities Blog for alternative instructions.
2. Pinecone Spiders Halloween Craft for Kids: Learn how to make spider crafts with pinecone bodies and pipe cleaner legs on Fireflies & Mudpies.
3. Cute Pinecone Fall Tree: Paint a pinecone with autumn colors to look like a tree in the fall with the step-by-step instructions on The Pinterested Parent.
4. Pinecone Owls: Make colorful pinecone owls with the pinecone craft tutorial on Crafts by Amanda.
5. Cute Pinecone Pets: Use pinecones to make several different animals, including a cat, lion, mouse, and bunny, with the fall nature craft instructions on Blue Bear Wood.
6. Pine Cone Bats: Learn how to make pinecone bat crafts on Fireflies and Mudpies.
7. Easy Pinecone Turkeys: Use pinecones and leaves to make turkey crafts using the instructions on Easy Peasy and Fun.
8. Pinecone Wreath Craft: Learn how to make a wreath with pinecones with the step-by-step DIY tutorial on A Piece of Rainbow.
9. Pinecone Roses: Learn how to make pinecone roses with nature craft instructions on Creative Green Living.
10. Rosebud Pinecone Card: Use small pinecones to make a simple card with the DIY tutorial on Rhythms of Play.
11. Rhinestone Pinecone Nature Craft: Attach rhinestones to pinecone scales as shown in the photograph below to add a little rustic bling to your DIY home decor! Visit Rhythms of Play for step-by-step instructions.

Pumpkin Carving and No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas:

Because Halloween occurs in the fall, almost everyone makes a few pumpkin crafts and does some pumpkin carving or no-carve pumpkin decorating. Here are some fun, original fall nature craft ideas using pumpkins. Projects include carving and decorating options, plus a simple hack to make pumpkin carving easy! Try these pumpkin decorating ideas for kids and adults:

DIY Fall Pumpkin Decor Projects:

1. Best Ever Pumpkin Carving Tip: Visit Happy Hooligans for the best pumpkin carving tip. It works so well, I use this trick every time I carve a pumpkin.
2. Over 700 Free Pumpkin Carving Stencils: Choose your favorite pumpkin carving stencil from the fantastic ideas on Spaceships and Laserbeams.
3. Melted Crayon Pumpkin Craft: Melt crayons to decorate pumpkins with the no-carve hack on Color Made Happy.
4. Googly-Eyed Pupkin: Decorate a pumpkin with googly eyes with the pumpkin decorating tutorial on She Wears Many Hats.
5. Spider Web Pumpkin: Use a piece of string and spider toys to decorate a pumpkin with the simple pumpkin-decorating idea from Woman’s Day.
6. Squeeze Paint Pumpkin Art: Use the easy paint-pouring technique from Hello, Wonderful! to decorate pumpkins.
7. Photo Pumpkin: Learn how to decoupage photos onto a pumpkin with the DIY pumpkin project tutorial on Sugar and Charm.
8. Chalkboard Pumpkins: Transform pumpkins into chalkboards you can write or draw on with the pumpkin craft tutorial on Sunny Day Family.
9. Little House in a Pumpkin Autumn Fairy Garden for Small World Play: Learn how to carve a pumpkin fairy garden for sensory play, as shown in the photo below, with step-by-step instructions on Adventure in a Box.

Related: Outdoor Learning Activities and Nature Activities for Kids

Stone or Rock Craft Fall Activity Ideas:

Although stone crafts are not seasonal, their constant availability outdoors means they are often made in the fall. Painting rocks and making crafts with stones, rocks, and pebbles is a creative way to pass the time in the fall. Use autumn colors and simple fall themes when making rock, stone, or pebble crafts. Wash rocks, stones, and pebbles with soap and water. Then let them dry in the sun before making crafts with them. Try the easy rock craft activity ideas below, or create an alternative stone craft:

• Rock Balancing Stone Stacking Art: Learn how to stack stones, and discover the positive and negative aspects of rock stacking with the informative guide on Rhythms of Play.
• Stone Owl Craft: Use smooth stones to make owl crafts with the instructions on Rhythms of Play.
• Cactus Rock Painting Craft: The desert has fall colors, too! Create a version of this stone craft with autumn colors by Messy Momma Crafts Blog.
• How to Paint Rocks and Rock Painting Ideas: Learn how to paint rocks and discover several rock painting ideas on Rhythms of Play.
• Autumn Tree with Girl on a Swing Pebble Art: Use pebbles and twigs to make a tree with a girl on a swing, like the one in the photo below, with the nature craft tutorial on Feeling Nifty.

Walnut Shell Crafts:

Use walnut shells for crafts! Walnut shell nature crafts are simple fall or winter crafts. But before making crafts with walnut shells, you must first learn how to crack a walnut into perfect halves. Learn how to crack walnuts open HERE–>How to Crack Walnuts for Crafts. Then, try any of the cute ideas on the list below to make walnut crafts with your children at home or in the classroom:

Fall Nature Crafts Made with Walnuts:

1. Racing Walnut Mice: Use walnuts to make adorable little mice with the walnut craft instructions on Red Ted Art.
2. Walnut Shell Turtles: Learn how to make turtle crafts with walnut shells with instructions from No Time for Flashcards.
3. Easy Walnut Shell Animals: Paint walnut shells to look like insects and animals like these by BabyCCino.
4. Baby Jesus Walnut Ornament: With Christmas right around the corner, using a walnut shell to create a manger for Baby Jesus is a perfect fall activity idea for kids and adults of all ages. Visit Rhythms of Play to learn how to make walnut ornaments like the gorgeous nature crafts in the photo below.
   • Alternatively, consider making the easy walnut shell craft included in this nativity scene tutorial.

Fall Wreaths made from Natural Materials:

There are several unique ways to craft a fall wreath with natural materials such as leaves, acorns, pinecones, etc. Learn how to make an acorn wreath with the list of Acorn Craft ideas above, a pinecone wreath listed in Pinecone Crafts, and a few more easy fall wreath ideas below:

Fall Wreath Crafts:

• Fall Wreath with Acorns: Use acorns to make a wreath with the DIY instructions on Tried & True.
• Easy Fall Wreath with Autumn Leaves: Create a fall wreath with autumn leaves with the craft tutorial on What We Do All Day.
• Autumn Leaf Wreath: Use fall leaves to make a wreath with craft instructions on the Crafts for all Seasons Blog.
• Fall Wreath for Kids: Learn how to make a simple fall wreath with kids with the instructions from Mommy’s Bundle.
• Pinecone Wreath Craft: Learn how to make a pinecone wreath with the instructions on A Piece of Rainbow.
• Make an Autumn Wreath: The DIY tutorial for the autumn wreath by Donni Webber, shown in the photo below, is no longer available online. To make it, first gather a selection of natural materials such as leaves, acorns, cinnamon sticks, berries, moss, and scraps of fabric. Cut a cardboard circle with the center ring removed. Then, glue natural materials onto it to create a pleasing design like the example below:

Related: Shell Daisy Nature Craft

Fantastic Autumn Animals: Cute Fall Animal Crafts Made with Natural Materials

This collection of fall animal crafts features cute autumn animals that can be made with natural materials and a few other basic craft supplies, such as glue and googly eyes. These fall animal nature craft activities are also listed alphabetically, so you can easily find the type of nature craft you would like to make. Scroll down to see several autumn animal nature crafts you can make with natural materials. Happy fall animal crafting!

Autumn Owl Craft Ideas:

Fall owl crafts are cute nature crafts for kids. Below are a few cute fall owls you can make with natural supplies:

• Bark Owl Craft: Make adorable owl crafts with bark, acorn caps, and a pumpkin seed, with the instructions on Fireflies & Mudpies.
• Pine Cone Owls: Use pinecones, acorn caps, and helicopter seeds to make owls with the craft tutorial on Fireflies & Mudpies.
• Owl Pinecone Craft: Learn how to make owls with colorful feathers and pinecones on Meaningful Mama.
• Walnut Owls: Use walnuts, felt, and googly eyes to make owls with the craft tutorial from Red Ted Art.
• Stone and Shell Owl Craft: Learn how to make owls with stones and googly eyes, as shown in the photo below, with the owl craft from Rhythms of Play.

Squirrel Nature Crafts:

Squirrel crafts are another fun autumn animal craft. Squirrels can be spotted in the fall busily gathering nuts and storing food for the winter. Try either of the very different acorn squirrel craft ideas below:

• Acorn Squirrel Craft: Create a picture of a squirrel using acorns with the step-by-step instructions on Little Stuff.
• Squirrel Acorn Craft: Learn how to make adorable squirrel figurines with acorns and pipe cleaners on Toys in the Dryer.

Autumn Turkey Fall Nature Crafts:

Because Thanksgiving is celebrated in the US and Canada in the Fall, it is fun to make turkey nature crafts! Make the turkey fall nature crafts below to add some nature crafts to your DIY Thanksgiving home decor this year:

• Pinecone Turkeys: Make turkey crafts with pinecones and feathers with the instructions on A Pumpkin and a Princess.
• Pumpkin Turkeys: Make turkeys with pumpkins and leaf turkey tails with craft instructions on The Chaos and the Clutter.
• Leaf Turkey Craft Ideas: Learn how to use fall leaves to make turkey crafts with the ideas on Rhythms of Play.
• Turkey DIY Leaf Lanterns: Make glowing turkey leaf lanterns with the DIY tutorial on Rhythms of Play (photo below)

The Best Fall Nature Crafts for Kids and Teens:

I hope you enjoyed this extraordinary collection of fall nature crafts for kids of all ages. Autumn is one of the best times of year to make nature crafts. So many unique natural treasures await discovery and transformation into something beautiful. Creating with natural materials is a fulfilling way to connect with the natural world. Whether you’re gathering pinecones, collecting colorful leaves, or repurposing acorns. Using nature’s supplies boosts creativity and promotes sustainability.

These materials are usually free, biodegradable, and versatile. Using natural treasures for projects ranging from pressed-leaf art to simple figures and toys, as well as home decorations such as wreaths, garlands, and handmade ornaments, is fun for all ages. Fall crafting is a cozy activity to do as we transition into the colder months. Bring the beauty of the great outdoors inside with the nature activities included above.

To get started, encourage children and adults of all ages to go foraging for a few of nature’s treasures in the fall. This can be a fun Thanksgiving activity for families while waiting for dinner or over the fall break. Then, use the fall treasures you find to make autumn nature crafts like those shared here. Encourage the kids to get outside for a nature hunt today to collect natural materials for fall nature crafts!

You may also enjoy these creative nature crafts and art activities, as well as this list of outdoor learning and nature activities. Click on either of the links to learn more!

For even more fall fun, check out this list of autumn activities with a printable fall bucket list. It includes activities for both kids and adults! 

Learn more about Nell Regan Kartychok, author of this roundup of fall nature crafts HERE, and Rhythms of Play HERE!

More Fall Art and Craft Ideas for Kids and Teens:

• Autumn Tree Collage for Kids
• How to Sew a Button Apple Tree
• Button Apple Tree Craft
• Fall Leaf Watercolor Art
• The Best Fall Art Projects for Kids and Teens

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• How to Make a Fall Nature Table
• Sensory Card Nature Scavenger Hunt
• 11 Ways to Celebrate the Fall Autumnal Equinox
• Nature-Inspired Sensory Bottles
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