5 Easy DIY Crafts for Kids This National Day Weekend
National Day weekend is a wonderful time to bond with family and celebrate Singapore’s rich heritage. If you’re looking for meaningful ways to keep your little ones entertained, why not get crafty? These five beginner-friendly National Day DIY craft ideas are simple, engaging, and perfect for kids of all ages. Using affordable, safe, and accessible materials from SKP, you can create memorable moments while teaching children about national pride through play.
Create a DIY Singapore flag
Making a Singapore flag from scratch is a simple yet meaningful craft that lets kids show their national pride. You’ll need red and white paper, glue, scissors, and a pencil. Start by cutting a rectangle out of white paper for the base. Then, glue a red rectangle across the top half to represent the flag’s signature two-tone design. Next, draw or cut out a white crescent and five stars to place on the red section.
This hands-on activity helps children learn about the flag’s elements while having fun with arts and crafts. Once complete, you can hang the flag on walls or windows as a proud National Day decoration.
Make your own Merlion paper plate mask
The Merlion is an iconic symbol of Singapore, and this craft lets your child bring it to life with a bit of imagination. Start with a white paper plate as the mask base, and cut out eye holes. Use cotton balls or shredded white paper for the mane, and draw or glue on details like the nose and whiskers.
Secure a stick to the bottom so your child can hold it like a masquerade mask, or punch holes and attach string for wearable fun. Not only does this keep your child entertained, but it also gives them a chance to learn about the mythical creature that represents Singapore’s roots.
This craft is also a popular activity during any arts and crafts workshop—and if you’re ever looking to organise one for kids, SKP offers materials and support for themed workshops too.
Build a mini Singapore cityscape with recycled materials
Transform everyday packaging into a mini model of Singapore’s skyline. Encourage your kids to repurpose small boxes, plastic bottles, and more to represent buildings like Marina Bay Sands, the Esplanade, and HDB blocks.
Paint or cover the shapes in coloured paper, add windows with markers or stickers, and arrange them on a cardboard base to simulate a city layout. This hands-on project promotes environmental awareness and spatial thinking while celebrating local landmarks.
Decorate mini flags and flagpoles for your celebration corner
SKP offers National Day flags in different sizes, perfect for decorating your home, party table, or balcony. For a DIY spin, invite your children to colour their own mini flags using printable outlines or blank white paper.
Glue the finished flags onto straws, skewers, or wooden sticks, and place them in jars, planters, or paper containers filled with pebbles or beads for stability. You can even line your windowsill or shelf with these handmade tributes to the nation. This simple but meaningful craft encourages kids to take pride in national symbols and feel involved in the festivities.
Design red-and-white party décor using SKP supplies
No celebration is complete without some festive décor. Give your kids the task of crafting paper chains, tissue paper pom-poms, or bunting in Singapore’s colours. Red and white craft paper, string, glue, and a few child-safe scissors are all you need.
Have them cut strips and loops for chains, fold and fluff pom-poms, or design triangle flags with messages like “Majulah Singapura” to string across walls. Let them express their creativity and contribute to the celebration atmosphere at home.
SKP carries a wide range of partyware and craft supplies that make it easy to put together a themed corner, even on short notice. Add in some paper containers or cups for snacks and drinks, and your National Day party setup is ready to go.
Encourage learning through play this National Day
Craft activities do more than entertain—they nurture creativity, focus, and independence. By guiding children through hands-on projects inspired by Singapore’s culture and icons, you help deepen their connection to the nation in a fun, age-appropriate way. Whether it’s through a waving flag, a hand-drawn Merlion, or a recycled skyline, every piece tells a story of pride and belonging.
All the materials you need—from paper goods to art supplies and seasonal décor—can be easily found at SKP. Whether you’re picking up National Day flags, stocking up for your own arts and crafts workshop, or looking for fun partyware and kids’ craft items, SKP is your go-to store for affordable, family-friendly DIY fun.