Find inspiration in nature and try one of these acorn-inspired crafts. You know what they say, “Mighty oaks (or in this case, mighty crafts) from little acorns grow.”
Acorn toadstools
Photo credit: Twig and Toadstool
Turn a humble acorn into a cheery red and white toadstool with a little craft paint and some glue.
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Chalkboard acorns
Photo credit: The Life of a Craft Crazed Mom
These jumbo chalkboard acorns are made from twine-wrapped wooden eggs painted with chalkboard paint.
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Expert tip:
Before using acorns for craft projects, first soak them and then bake them on a low setting for an hour to dry them and kill any bugs.
Felted wool acorn necklaces
Photo credit: Frontier Dreams
Sweet and petite, these wool felted acorn necklaces would make lovely valentines.
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Acorn faces
Photo credit: One Golden Apple
Doodle a sweet face on an acorn, then tie on a necklace string for a simple craft kids of all ages will love.
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Little acorn people
Photo credit: Babyccino
These little acorn people, made with acorn caps and wood peg dolls, are ideal for imaginative play.
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Painted acorn caps
Photo credit: Hello Hydrangea
Bursting with color, these painted acorn caps can be scattered anywhere you need a splash of color (or turned into lovely jewelry)!
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Acorn ornaments
Photo credit: lil fish studios
These mini acorn ornaments would look stunning on a tiny Christmas tree.
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Framed acorn art
Photo credit: Delia Creates
Create instant art for your home by hot-gluing rows of acorns onto scrap mat paper.
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Acorn magnets
Photo credit: Make and Takes
Add woodland flair to your fridge with these cute little acorn magnets.
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Acorn memory match game
Photo credit: Wee Folk Art
If you have a little one who likes to match and sort, check out the squeal-inducing cuteness Kimara of Wee Folk Art made for her granddaughter.
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Acorn ball decoration
Photo credit: Make and Takes
Cover a plastic foam ball with acorn caps and tie on a ribbon for a festive fall decoration.
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Acorn napkin rings
Photo credit: Yankee Magazine
Acorns laced on suede and accented with a single bead make beautiful napkin holders.
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Acorn wreath
Photo credit: Crafts Unleashed
Don’t live in acorn territory? No problem! You can buy a bag of 25 craft acorns from Consumer Crafts for less than $2. It will take five bags to make the acorn wreath you see here.
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Birds nest
Photo credit: Twig and Toadstool
A sprig of moss and painted soybean “eggs” turn an acorn cap into a miniature bird’s nest.
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Floating acorn candles
We don’t know who originally came up with the idea of turning acorn caps into tiny floating candles, but whoever you are, thank you! It really doesn’t get any cuter than this.
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15 Squirrel-themed snacks for movie night
The Nut Job-themed dinner menu
DIY games for family game night
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