Get ready for St. Patrick’s Day with a festive craft the whole family will love! This adorable paper Shamrock Wreath brings Irish charm to your home, classroom, or office. It’s a fun, relaxing project that kids of all ages can enjoy, so let’s dive in and get crafting!
If you love making seasonal paper wreaths, be sure to check out our Paper Easter Egg Wreath for spring!
Why You’ll Love This Craft
Making a paper wreath is not only a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, but also a great opportunity for kids to explore their creativity and fine motor skills. Here are more reasons to love it:
- Budget-friendly – Uses simple supplies you likely already have at home.
- Customizable – Kids can choose their own colors and decorating style.
- Skill-building – Develops fine motor skills, scissor practice, and hand-eye coordination.
- All ages welcome – Perfect for preschoolers through tweens (with age-appropriate assistance).
- Quick and easy – Complete in 30–45 minutes.
- Festive decor – Creates a beautiful decoration kids will be proud to display.
- Classroom ready – Great for St. Patrick’s Day parties or bulletin boards.
Craft Supplies Needed
This St. Patrick’s Day wreath is the perfect way to welcome March! Before you start, make sure you have all the right supplies:
- Shamrock Wreath Template (free download)
- White cardstock
- Green cardstock
- Washable paint
- Paintbrushes
- Scissors
- Glue
- Ribbon
Video Tutorial
Watch the video below to be walked through every step of this craft.
Shamrock Wreath Directions
Add a simple touch of St. Patrick’s Day to your home or classroom with this paper shamrock wreath. Follow the directions below to learn how to make this easy, kid-friendly craft.
STEP 1: Download and print the Shamrock Wreath Template. After downloading the free template, print it on white paper or cardstock. Each child will need one copy.
We opted to print the wreath base on green cardstock, but you are welcome to print it on white cardstock for your child to decorate.
STEP 2: Color the shamrock and gold coin templates. Use washable paint, markers, crayons, or colored pencils to color the patterns. We used our favorite Crayola Washable Kids Paint in the colors Green, Granny Smith Apple, and Gold. We topped the large shamrocks with a layer of Crayola Glitter Medium for a little extra holiday fun!
Alternatively, you could trace the templates on festive scrapbook paper, construction paper, fabric, or felt.
STEP 3: Cut the templates. When the paint is dry, use scissors to cut apart the pieces. Be sure to help or give young kids a little more time for this step. Older children will want to cut their own template out all by themselves.
STEP 5: Glue on the ribbon. Make a bow and glue it onto the bottom or top of your wreath. Make a small loop of ribbon and glue it onto the back of the wreath so it can be hung. Alternatively, you could use strips of fabric instead of ribbon.
STEP 6: Your St. Patrick’s Day wreath is complete! Kids will enjoy showing off their cute St. Patrick’s Day decoration to friends and family!
Take it Further
Looking for extension ideas? Try some of these:
- Craft variations: Paint the shamrocks in every color of the rainbow, or use a paper plate as the base instead of the printable template.
- Classroom ideas: Use this craft to decorate a March bulletin board or hang the finished wreaths on classroom doors. Offer it as a make-and-take activity at a library or nature center program.
- Learning tie-ins: Pair the craft with a book about St. Patrick’s Day or take time to learn about the history of the holiday.
- Family connection: Invite a beloved family member or friend to make the craft together at home.
- Seasonal extensions: Watch a St. Patrick’s Day parade, then make the craft. Hang the wreath on a front door or bedroom door for festive décor.
- Just-for-fun idea: Enjoy a glass of Leprechaun Milk while you work on the craft.
More St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Kids
Looking for more great ideas? These easy crafts are fun for kids of all ages:
- St. Patrick’s Day Hedgehog Craft
- Popsicle Stick Leprechaun Hat
- Tissue Paper Shamrock Craft
- Leprechaun Macrame Gnomes
- Rainbow Paper Craft
- Rainbow Tissue Paper Craft
- Shamrock Suncatcher Craft
Save This Craft on Pinterest
Pin this wreath craft for St. Patrick’s Day lessons, library storytime, or a simple seasonal art project you can bring back every year.
Shamrock Wreath
Ingredients
- Shamrock Wreath Template free download
- White cardstock
- Green cardstock
- Paintbrushes
- Scissors
- Glue
- Ribbon green
Instructions
- Download and print the template. Download the free Shamrock Wreath Template and print one copy per child. You can use white cardstock or green cardstock for the wreath base.
- Decorate the shamrocks and coins. Color or paint the shamrocks and gold coins using markers, crayons, or washable paint. Let paint dry completely before moving on. For extra sparkle, add glitter medium once dry.
- Cut out the pieces. Carefully cut out the wreath, shamrocks, and coins. Younger children may need help, while older kids can cut independently.
- Assemble the wreath. Glue the shamrocks and coins onto the wreath base, arranging them however you like.
- Add the ribbon. Tie a small bow and glue it to the top or bottom of the wreath. Glue a loop of ribbon to the back for hanging. Fabric strips work well, too.
- Display and enjoy. Your St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Wreath is complete and ready to show off!
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