Sometimes you only have a few minutes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make something bright, colourful, and full of joy! Today’s challenge is all about creating your own beautiful rainbow craft in just five minutes. Perfect for rainy afternoons, waiting for dinner to cook, or simply when you want a quick creative burst.
This activity is great for developing fine motor skills, colour recognition, hand-eye coordination, and creativity — all while filling your space with cheerful rainbow vibes!
And the best part? You can adapt it however you like. Whether you go for classic bold colours, pastel shades, or even a glitter rainbow, your creation is yours to make and enjoy.
What You’ll Need:
- Coloured paper, card, or fabric scraps (or colour in your own using pens or paints)
- Scissors
- Glue stick or PVA glue
- Optional: Cotton wool, sequins, glitter, or anything else you’d like to decorate with
How to Make Your Quick Rainbow Craft:
Cut out your rainbow arcs – Use coloured paper or card, or colour your own, then cut them into arc shapes.
Arrange your colours – Place them in the classic red-to-violet order, or mix them up for your own unique pattern.
Glue into place – Stick each arc down onto your background paper or card.
Add fluffy clouds – Glue on cotton wool balls or scrunched-up white tissue paper to each end of your rainbow.
Decorate – Add glitter, sequins, stickers, or even draw little scenes under your rainbow.
Ideas to Inspire:
Create a collage rainbow using fabric scraps or magazine cut-outs.
Make a 3D rainbow by folding your arcs into loops before gluing.
Use natural materials — think leaves, petals, or sand — to make an eco rainbow.
Write an inspiring message under your rainbow and gift it to a friend or neighbour.
Share to Win!
Snap a picture of your rainbow masterpiece and share it on our Day 11 post on Facebook, or tag us on Instagram and TikTok. Pop your photo into the comments and we’ll pick entries for our £100 craft hamper giveaway.
We can’t wait to see the rainbows you make!
Let’s Get Creative!
The Children’s Creative Summer Challenge is all about fun, imagination, and feel-good crafting. Whether you’re flying your kite in the garden or getting creative at the kitchen table, this is a brilliant way to explore eco-friendly art and enjoy a screen-free moment together.
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