These Generation Z crafting innovations range from customizable sneaker kits to tween sewing classes that let kids play a fashion designer role. Inspired by their parents' appreciation for maker culture, today's kids are more expressive than past generations.
Encouraged to participate in creative and hands-on activities, kids and tweens are no longer just playing with traditional toys but are instead creating their own. When they aren't designing papercraft figurines or sewing, they are likely to be at a canvas coloring party or at a graffiti tutorial that promises to teach them an array of street art techniques.
Some other Generation Z crafting innovations include various craft kits like those used to create gummy candies or eco-friendly art projects along with more traditional coloring books that boast a pop culture inspiration.
23 Generation Z Crafting Innovations
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DIY Bracelet Kits
These Elegant Homemade Beaded Cuffs Incorporate Color and Craftmanship
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Kid-Friendly Airline Kits
This On-Board Activity Kit Features Games, Puzzles and Art Supplies
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Haute Couture Coloring Books
This Book Features Hand-Drawn Fashion Sketches from the 1950s
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Paper Animation Kits
These Rob Ives Sets Make Charmingly Animated Paper Playthings
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DIY Rainbow Putty
This Kid-Friendly Craft is Made Using Simple Household Ingredients
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Cardboard Spaceship Kits
The Makedo Space Pod Launch Kit Provides Interactive and Imaginative Play
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Bathtub Artist Kits
ALEX Toy's Paint in the Tub Playset Makes for an Easy Clean Up
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Customizable Sneaker Kits
Fayvel's Sneaker Stickers Let Kids Play a Designer Role
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DIY Kids Specs
The Martha Stewart Fancy Shades Project Applies Crafting to Fashion
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Kid-Friendly Graffiti Classes
4CATS' 'Express Yo Self' Seminars Teach Children Street Art Tricks
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Hybrid Coloring Notebooks
This Notebook Has Pages for Taking Notes and Coloring Illustrations
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Papercraft Bird Costumes
This DIY Costume is Made Using Sheets of Bright Colored Paper
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Wintry Papercraft Dolls
This Festive DIY Doll Craft Creates Cone-Shaped Playtoys
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Eco-Friendly Hobby Subscriptions
Green Kid Crafts Playfully Teaches Children About the Environment
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Marbled Paper DIYs
Honestly WTF's Latest Craft Project Creates Beautiful Stationary Sets
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Gummy-Making Kits
This Set Allows Children to Create Their Own Homemade Sweets from Scratch
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8-Bit Block Playsets
This Paper Minecraft Toy Set Takes the Game's Best Elements Offline
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Customizable Cartoon Snacks
These Twinkie Minion Treats Celebrate Valentine's Day Festivities
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Tween Sewing Studios
Sew Be It Studio's Sewing Workshops Encourage Kids to Get Creative
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Tubular Japanese Papercrafts
These Quirky Piperoid Characters are Made From Cut Paper Rolls
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Spin Art Activity Kits
Toys R Us' Creates an Imaginative Toy for Hands-On Play
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Customizable Superhero Sets
The DIY 6" Action Figure Kits Encourage Kids to Personalize Their Toys
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Child Chef Camps
This SoFAB Cooking Camp Teaches Kids to Prepare Healthy Meals
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Crafty Marker Scissors
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Celebrity Couple Costumes
These Outfits Transform Wearers into Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris
Anatomical Gunmetal Necklaces
These Quirky Toy Syndrome Necklaces Celebrate Certain Body Parts
Colorful Molding Furniture
The Plastic Baroque by James Shaw Uses Thermoplastics
Art Deco Marble Accessories
Etsy's Marble Costume Jewelry Marries Vintage and Modern Elements
Paper-Made Kid's Furniture
These Animal-Mimicking Chairs Use Recycled Materials and Zero Toxins
Modular Papercraft Masks
These Detailed Paper Masks Replicate Animal Faces Using Geometric Shapes
Kids' Programmable Pendants
Linkitz are Wearable Hi-Tech Puzzle Pieces That Respond to Commands
Augmented Reality Piggy Banks
The 'KOGUMA' Piggy Bank Donates to Wildlife Conservation Projects
Custom Iridescent Sneakers
This Shimmering Print is Now an Option with NIKEiD's Customized Service
Gamer Subscription Services
Loot Crate Delivers Monthly Boxes of Geeky Swag of Video Game Lovers
Empowering Coloring Books
The Super Strong Princess Coloring Book Breaks Down Gender Norms
Customizable Lip Balm Pods
The eos Holiday 2015 Collection Comes with Decorative Appliques
Crayon-Embedded Coloring Books
Disney's Activity Book for Kids Features Princess Sofia
Data-Powered Costume Finders
This App Uses Google Data to Find the Best Halloween Costumes
Creativity-Inducing Kits
'Curiosity Boxes' Aim to Enhance Children's Imaginations & Curiosities
Educational Activity Kits
'Raina to the Rescue' is a Hands-On Educational Toy for Kids
Fashion-Forward Superhero Comics
This Comic Book Tells the Story of a Stylish Young Superhero
Gamer Gadget Chargers
This Minecraft Torch USB Wall Charger Makes Dual Use of an Outlet
Scratch Art Coloring Books
This Scratch-Away Art Book Lets You Reveal the Night Sky
One-Stop Christmas Shops
'STORY' is a Retail Concept Store with Sections Tailored to Each Giftee
Modular Wooden Robots
These 'WooBots' Toys are Made of Wood and Transform Into Various Objects
Educational Craft Subscriptions
Green Kid Crafts' Activity Boxes Gift Smarts & Sustainability
Customized Sneaker Expansions
Nike ID Comes to Canada in Time for the Holiday Season
Expressive Emoji-Themed Jewelry
This Reversible Ring Helps Wearers Display Their Current Mood
Typographic Coloring Books
This Activity Book Contains Beautiful Hand-Drawn Letters
Avian Wordplay Costumes
This Halloween Outfit Transforms the "Jail Bird" into a Literal Costume
Paper Animation Kits
These Rob Ives Sets Make Charmingly Animated Paper Playthings
Fatherly Playtime Kits
The Cooper Kit Supplies Monthly Dad and Kid Activities
Romantic Candy Bag DIYs
These Valentine's Day Candy Packs are a Fun Gift for Loved Ones
Toy-Themed Superhero Costumes
This LEGO Halloween Batman Costume is Adorable and Fierce
Romantic Baking Kits
These Valentine's Day Cupcake Accessories are Lovingly Sweet
8-Bit Subscription Services
'My Retro Game Box' Makes It Easy to Stock Up on Classic Video Games
Custom Manicure Kiosks
Purikura's Photo Booths Let You Create Your Own Nail Art Stickers
Massive Origami Taxidermy
These Papercraft Creations From Holger are Humane, Creative and Vibrant
Marbled Sneaker DIYs
Fall For DIY's Easy Project Makes Your Slip-Ons Look Like a Million Bucks
Customizable Sneaker Kits
LOOP Provides Colorful Laces for Creating Custom Sneakers
Text-Projecting Necklaces
Miragii Smart Jewelry Will Project Your Text Messages and Incoming Calls
Child Author Kits
Lulu.com's 'IlluStory Junior' Lets Kids Write, Draw and Publish a Paperback
Durable Rubber Adhesives
This Reusable Adhesive is Perfect for Fixing All Kinds of Items
Color-Changing Kids Shoes
The Crocs Chameleons Collection is a Playful Fashion Option for Children
Bathtub Artist Kits
ALEX Toy's Paint in the Tub Playset Makes for an Easy Clean Up
Promotional Trick-or-Treat Doors
Knocking on Haribo's Halloween Door Reveals a Selection of Treats
Hairdressing Cookie Cutters
The 'Hairdo' Shaped Cookie Cutter Gives a Baked Treat a Makeover
Naturally Flavored Gummies
This Sour Gummy Snack Recipe Contains Fruit Juice and Grass-Fed Gelatin
Luxurious Skull Cufflinks
These White Gold Skull Cufflinks are Perfect for Fancy Halloween Soirees
Rapper-Inspired Coloring Books
Etsy's Drake Coloring Book Features Familiar and Printable Images
Afro-Feminist Coloring Books
This Inspirational Coloring Book Touches on Crucial Social Issues
Uplifting Coloring Books
This Adult Activity Book Features Positive Messages for Readers
Gamified Yoga Mats
This Kids Yoga Mat Turns the Fitness Activity into a Stretching Game
Crafty Rabbit-Food Cartons
DIY Carrot Easter Boxes are Lovely Veggie Vessels for Chocolate Eggs
Kid-Friendly Graffiti Classes
4CATS' 'Express Yo Self' Seminars Teach Children Street Art Tricks
Hairstyle Coloring Books
This Activity Book Depicts Unique and Diverse Hairstyles
Sneaker Customization Kits
JGoods Helps People Personalize Their Shoes with Waterproof Paint
Paper Fairy Tale Theaters
Pukaca's Paper Toys Recreate Beloved Story Sets
Whimsical Paper Playsets
This Paper Craft for Kids Inspires Kids to Create Dreamy Cloud Cities
Spherical Maze Brainbusters
The A-Maze-Ball Games Offer Circular Puzzles to Keep the Mind Active
Dental Wedding Bands
This Wisdom Tooth Engagement Ring is Surprisingly Beautiful
Smart Friendship Bracelets
Minecraft Inspired the Programmable Jewelbots for Tween Girls
Quirky Politician Coloring Books
This Adult Coloring Book Pokes Fun at Donald Trump
DIY Anti-Anxiety Kits
This Anti-Anxiety Kit for Kids is Budget-Friendly and Inspirational
Papercraft Bird Costumes
This DIY Costume is Made Using Sheets of Bright Colored Paper
Paintable DIY Rain Boots
These Rubber Boots Are a Perfect Blank Canvas for Young Artists
Hip-Hop Coloring Books
The Gangster Doodles Books by Valley Cruise Celebrate Rap Culture
Kid-Focused Streetswear Platforms
Yellow Lolly Boasts a Custom Range of Designer Kids Fashions
Seeing Eye Nail Stickers
Pixie Market's Stick-On Manicure is Easy to Apply and Remove
Birdhouse Design Kits
Hobbycraft's Craft Set Lets Paint Their Own Bird Box
Wintry Papercraft Dolls
This Festive DIY Doll Craft Creates Cone-Shaped Playtoys
Haunted Paper Houses
These Papercraft Hanging Homes are a Festive DIY Decoration
Pop Culture Video Games
The Simpsons Minecraft Skin Pack Introduces Familiar Cartoon Characters
All-Natural Soap Subscriptions
This Organic Beauty Subscription Box Deals in Eco-Friendly Soap
Candy Heart Soaps
Etsy's Jessies Gift Boutique Features Organic and Naturally Sourced Skincare
City-Specific Coloring Books
The Adult Coloring Book 'Fantastic Cities' Lets Imaginations Run Wild
Steampunk Bird Pendants
These Mechanical Pieces of Bird Jewelry are Made from Tiny Watch Parts
Fairytale Gardening Kits
This Children's Planting Kit Features a Fairy Princess Theme
Easter Dessert Buffets
This Gorgeous Easter Arrangament Was Designed by Cris Mcgrath
Child Bookworm Subscriptions
The Sproutkit Subscription for Kids Gifts New E-Books Each Month
DIY Splattered Sneakers
This Stylish Shoes are Given an Art Deco Aesthetic with Colorful Paint
Gummy-Making Kits
This Set Allows Children to Create Their Own Homemade Sweets from Scratch
Code-Teaching Kids' Books
This Coding Book Uses Rhymes and Color to Teach HTML Concepts to Kids
Educational Hacker Tookits
Piper Teaches Kids Hardware Development Using Video Game Minecraft
Kid-Friendly Gardening Kits
Mountain Lily Farm's Garden Seed Kit Encourages Kids to Get Outdoors
Literal Chocolate Boxes
This Flower-Inspired Gourmet Chocolate Box is Made Out of Dark Chocolate
Sushi Jelly Shots
That's So Michelle's Jelly Shots Recipe is Made With Candy, Sake and Gelatin
Dotty Marker Sets
These Markers for Toddlers are Less Mess for Parents of Creative Children
Body Part Gummies
These Creepy Halloween Treats are an Assortment of Missing Anatomical Parts
Pop Star Mobile Games (UPDATE)
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Pocket Archaeology Kits
This Children's Archaeology Kit is Both Fun and Educational
Categorized Body Bags
These Bags Uses a Classification Tag System to Avoid Constant Bag Openings
Kiddie Voyager Kits
A Little Passports Subscription Takes Kids on a New Adventure Each Month
Comfort-Monitoring Toys
The Hoko Baby Temperature Sensor is Wearable Tech for Non-Verbal Children
Celestial Weaponry Bookends
These Star Wars AT-AT Statues Hold DVD and Book Collections in Place
Crafted Advent Calendars
This Homemade Advent Calendar is a Delightful Papercraft for the Family
Gruesome Cookie Eyeballs
These Edible Eyes are Made Using Candy, Icing and Oreo Cookies
Sophisticated Coloring Books
Johanna Basford Makes an Intricate Child-Inspired Pastime for Adults
Paper Garland Decor
Etsy's Pipsqueak & Bean Shop Features Charming and Inexpensive Decor
Locomotive-Inspired Alphabet Games
This Fun Puzzle Helps Children Learn the Alphabet
Spectacle-Holding Jewelry
The Eyewear Sleeve by Something Like Art Keeps Glasses With You Always
Creepy Crawler Cupcakes
These Decorative Spider Mini Cakes Feature Chocolate Cobwebs
Lucrative Gaming Collaborations
Maker Studios Signed Diamond Minecart for an Explosive Partnership
Boozy Insect Desserts
This Halloween Pudding Snack Features Edible Worms and Dirt
Art History Gaming Apps
The Tate Worlds App is Minecraft from an Art History Perspective
Artisanal Funnel Cake Menus
FunnelDelicious Offers Indulgent and Healthy Dessert Options
Crying Rapper Games
The Drizzy Tears App Encourages Players to Stop Drake's Flowing Emotions
Marble Manicure Tutorials
Love Aesthetics Blog Shows Fans an Easy Nail Art DIY Project
Tubular Japanese Papercrafts
These Quirky Piperoid Characters are Made From Cut Paper Rolls
Limited-Edition Gaming Collections
The Xbox One Holiday Bundle Comes with Hardware and Software
Playful Paper Storage
Tellkiddo's Printed Paper Bags are Ideal for Toy and Book Storage
Paper Produce Sets
Mr. Printables' DIY Paper Craft Kit Yields an Oversized Set of Fruit
Chic Sci-Fi Cufflinks
This Doctor Who TARDIS Men's Jewelry Gift Set Comes with Cufflinks and More
Spin Art Activity Kits
Toys R Us' Creates an Imaginative Toy for Hands-On Play
Galactic Solider Oven Mitts
This Star Wars Cooking Accessory is Inspired by Stormtroopers
Valentine's Day Vitamin Candies
Surf Sweets' Organic Fruity Hearts are a Source of Vitamin C
Kid-Friendly Gardening Kits
'Grüt' is a Smart Gardening Set That Helps Kids Take Care of Plants
Fantasy Character Crayons
These Shaped Crayons Take the Form of Royals, Wizards and More
Tailored Motherhood Kits
Citrus Lane Ships Out Curated Gift Boxes for Mom and Baby
Earthy Paint Kits
This Natural Earth Paint Kit is Perfect For Kids and Adults Alike
Refreshed Classic Games
The Minecraft: Story Mode Game Adds Plot and Characters to a Classic Game
Tween Feminism Tours
The Rookie Yearbook Four Meetup is Hosted by Tavi Gevinson and Readers
DIY Automobile Crafts
This DIY Race Car Bank Art Set is the Perfect Rainy Day Activity
Kid-Friendly Video Platforms
Hulu Kids Offers Age-Appropriate and Educational Programming
Trick-or-Treating Rodents
This Video Shows a Hamster Halloween Party Where Rodents are Celebrating
Romantically Formed Fruit
The Heart-Shaped Watermelon Was Engineered by Kimura Yoichi
Gelatin-Free Gummies
Tasty Brand Organic Candy is Free of Artificial Colors and Flavors
Romantic Marshmallow Pops
This Valentine's Day Treat is Tasty and Easy to Recreate at Home
Tea Tag Animations
Twinings' Stop Motion Ad Uses Papercraft to Express Life's Little Joys
Songstress Smartphone Games
This Shakira Game Lets Players Collect Gems with the Worldly Pop Star