DIY How to make a Candyland Card with Your Kids

If you’re looking for a fun, colorful, and easy activity to do with your children, this Candyland-style card is a great option. It’s inexpensive, quick to make, and allows kids to explore colors, textures, and patterns while having a good time.

Materials

• Half a sheet of cardstock
• Thin strips of colored paper or Cardstock
• Glue stick or liquid glue
• Scissors (only if you need to adjust the strips)
• Markers or colored pencils
• Optional: stickers, glitter, or sequins

Instructions

1. Fold the cardstock in half to create the base of the card.
2. Prepare the colored paper strips. You can use pastel colors, bold tones, or patterned paper to give it that Candyland look.
3. Glue the strips onto the front of the card. Arrange them horizontally or vertically.
4. Add decorative details such as colored circles, swirls, or shapes that look like candies.
5. Personalize the inside of the card with a message written by the kids.
6. Decorate with markers, glitter, or stickers for a final touch.

Additional Ideas

• Create a small Candyland-style game board inside the card.
• Add a paper candy cane.
• Use metallic or translucent paper to mimic candy wrappers.

Final Result

A unique, colorful card that kids will enjoy making and sharing. It works well for birthdays, special occasions, or simply as a creative afternoon activity.