30 DAYS, 30 CRAFTS

30 ISLAMIC CRAFTS TO INSPIRE YOU

1. Moon Phase Story Reel

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Shoe box/small box
 2 x kitchen rolls/ rolled up card stock
 Strip of plain paper
 X-acto knife
 Elastic bands
 Markers

2. Moon Phase Slider

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Three rectangular pieces of card
 Small piece of foil
 Pen/pencil
 Scissors
 Glue
STEPS:

For detailed instructions on how to do this crafts see here.

3. Chalk Mosque Silhouette
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Black card stock or construction paper
 Chalk
 Mosque silhouette (We’ve created one for you or feel free to draw your own) —> Mosque
Silhouette Printable
 Scissors
Masking tape
STEPS:
 Cut out mosque silhouette
 Roll a few pieces of masking tape and use them to attach the mosque cut out onto the black paper
 Use the chalk to color the exposed black paper
Once done, remove the silhouette to reveal the mosque
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4.Paper Lanterns
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Colored card stock or construction paper
 Scissors
 Glue
 Washi Tape
  Tassels (optionol)
Markers
STEPS:
 Fold rectangular piece of card stock lengthways in half
 Cut slits across the length of the card. Leave about an inch from the top and the bottom
 Unfold the card and glue the two ends together forming a circular lantern shape
 Cut a thin strip of card to use as the lantern handle and stick on
 Decorate with washi tape and markers.
Attach tassels for added decoration
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5.Star Crayons
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Crayons
Silicone star shape mould
STEPS:
 Peel paper off crayons (a great way to repurpose old/broken crayons)
 Break up the crayons into small pieces so they can fit into the moulds
 Fill mould with crayon pieces
 Bake at 200 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes or until crayons have melted.
 Allow to cool before removing from mould and using.
6. Star Ornaments
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Popsicle sticks (5 per star)
 Glue gun (provides the strongest hold)
 Sequins
Glue
STEPS:
 Form a star shape with the popsicle sticks and attach sticks together using a glue gun
 Decorate with sequins or other decoration of choice
 Attach a piece of string if you wish to hang up as decoration
7. DIY Tasbih
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Wooden beads (use different shapes and sizes for added effect)
 String
Tassels
STEPS:
 Cut string to desired length
 Bead on 33 beads, adding a different bead after every 10 beads
 Tie string once all beads have been added. Ensure the beads are not too taught so they can move
a little on the string
 Add a tassel for added decoration.
8. DIY Moon and Star Gift Wrap
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Kraft Paper Roll
 Card Stock
 Scissor/x-acto knife
Paint and paint brush
STEPS:
 Draw a moon and star onto card stock and cut out. This will form a stencil
 Paint the stencil onto your Kraft paper roll
 A fun activity which can add that personal touch when gifting this Ramadan/Eid
9. Moon and Star Pom Pom Sticking
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Cardboard (I used a box)
 Pom poms
Glue
STEPS:
 Draw Moon and star shapes onto a cardboard box and cut out
 Glue on pom moms
 Add string to hang up as decoration
10. Moon Phase Spinner
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Black card stock x2
 Circular object to draw around (which will be the size of your spinner, I used a mixing bowl).
Small circular object to draw around (which will be the size of the moon)
 Small piece of foil, slightly larger than the small circle you are using for the moon.
 Pen/pencil
 Scissors/x-acto knife
 Glue
Spilt pin
STEPS:

For detailed instructions on how to do this crafts see here.

11. Straw Mosque Craft
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Disposable straws (paper or plastic)
 Scissors and Glue
Craft paper
STEPS:
 Stick straws onto paper lengthwise, stacking them to form a rectangular shape
 Cut straws into smaller, equal sized pieces and stick vertically to form the minarets
 Draw and cut out a dome and door shape from craft paper and stick on to complete mosque
design
12. Mosque Gift Bags
*Craft inspired by @helloholydays
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Brown paper bags
 Card stock
 Stickers
Scissors and Glue
STEPS:
 draw and cut out a dome, door and minaret shape from card stock
 Stick onto paper bag to form a mosque design
 Add stickers for additional decoration
13. Ramadan Moon Phase Banner
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Construction paper or cardstock
 Circular object to draw around (which will be the size of your moons)
 Small pieces of paper with the letters spelling RAMADAN
 Pen/pencil
 Scissors & Glue
 String
STEPS:

For detailed instructions on how to do this craft see here.

14. Star Shaped Dua Catchers
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Star shaped paper plates (or use a circular paper plate and cute out a star shape in the center)
 String
 Beads
 Feathers
 Scissors
Hole punch
STEPS:
 Cut out the center of the paper plate leaving a thick boarder (~1 inch)
 Punch holes all around the inside edge of the plate
 Use string to form a lattice, weaving the thread between the different holes
 Attach 3 strings from the bottom of the plate and add beads and feathers.
 Attach a string at the top and hang up in your child’s room
15. Moon Phase Canvas Bag
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Plain canvas bag
 Paint
Pencil and circular object
STEPS:
 Draw a moon phase design onto the canvas bag
 Paint the design in your desired colors
16. Allah/Muhammad (PBUH) Canvas Painting
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Canvas, paper or card stock
 Masking tape
Paint
STEPS:
 Using the masking tape, create the pattern for Allah and/or Muhammad on your canvas or paper
 Paint the entire canvas/paper in your desired color
 Once completely dry, remove the masking tape to reveal the design
17. DIY Mosque Puzzle
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Pre-cut plain puzzle board. (You can also create your own puzzle from card stock which you
draw on and cut up into puzzle pieces)
Markers/Crayons
STEPS:
 Draw a mosque design onto the puzzle board
 Allow your child to color and enjoy!
 Works great as an activity for a group of children
18. Foam Stamps
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Thick Foam sheets (often found in packaging)
 Scissors
 Pencil
 Paint
Paper
STEPS:
 Draw shapes onto foam sheets (I drew a dome, minaret, arched door, star and moon)
 Cut out shapes from foam sheet
 Apply paint onto shapes and stamp away.
 The foam stamps can be washed down and reused
19. Star Mosaic Wall Hanging
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 White card stock (paper will work too but won’t be as durable)
 Colored paper, craft paper or tissue paper cut into small squares
 A square object to use as a stencil when forming the star shape. Alternatively we have a print out
you could use, linked below.
Star Printable
 Scissors and Glue Stick
 String
2-3 straws or beads
STEPS:
 Draw around the square object onto the white card stock. Then rotate 135 degrees and repeat.
This will form the 8 pronged star. (Alternatively, use the print out linked above)
  Stick the square pieces of paper inside the star to create a mosaic.
 Cut up some straws and thread onto a piece of string
 Form two holes at the top of the paper and attach the beaded string to form a wall hanging
20. Ramadan Kareem Wall Hanging
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 2 x card stock in different colors
 Scissors
 Pencil/Markers
Star stickers
STEPS:
 Draw mosque silhouette along the width of one piece of card stock at about the middle of the
page. Alternatively use this printout
Mosque silhouette printable
 Cut out the silhouette
 Stick silhouette onto second piece of card and cut the bottom forming an angle
 Embellish with Ramadan Kareem and stars
21. Create a Mosque - Shapes
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Card stock or Colored paper
 Scissors and Glue
Stickers/Markers
STEPS:
 Draw various shapes onto different colored paper/card. (eg. Rectangles of different sizes, dome
shapes, moons, stars arched doors)
 Cut out shapes
 Allow your child to create their own mosque/skyline using the shapes
 Use stickers and markers to embellish
22. DIY Cardboard Book
Allah Gave Me…
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Card Board Box
 Scissors and tape
 Felt/paper/cardstock
Markers
STEPS:
 Cut 4 squares from your cardboard box. These will form the pages of the book
 Tape together the squares to form the book.
 Using tape form a binding on the left side
 Using felt/paper or card stock, cut shapes representing the 5 senses.
 Stick shapes and describe the senses on each page
23. Quran Corner Bookmarks
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Square paper
 Decorative Paper/markers to add details
STEPS:
 Here is a basic tutorial for how to make the base of your bookmark
 Cut out shapes to decorate (eg. star and moon, mosque) or decorate using markers and stickers.
24. Moon and Star Mini Pillows/ Key Chains
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Felt/Scrap material (repurposing old clothes)
 Needle and thread
 Pillow filler/cotton wool/beans/Yarn to stuff the pillows
Tassels and Keyring (Optional)
STEPS:
 Cut 2 x each shape from your material of choice. Linked below is a moon and star template you
could use.
Moon and Star Template
 Sew the two pieces together, stopping when you get close to the end, so there is a small opening
for you to fill the pillow
 Fill the pillow with your stuffing of choice (I used yarn, as that’s all I had on hand). Be sure to
fill it well so the shape stays formed
 Sew up the final opening so the pillow is sealed.
 Sew on a tassel or key ring, if desired.
25. Felt DIY Prayer Rug
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Felt in various colors
Scissors and glue
STEPS:
 Cut a large rectangular piece of felt that would fit your child’s size
 Cut out shapes to decorate with. Below are some ideas:
o Squares so you can form 8 pronged stars
o Shapes to make a mosque or a Ka’bah
o Hands so your children know where to place their hands when in sujood
26. Glitter Art Candle Holder
Inspired by @honeyanddates
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Glass jar/Candle Holder (We up cycled a Bath and Body Works Candle)
 Contact paper
 Mod Podge
 Brush
 Scissors
Glitter
STEPS:
 Cut a piece of contact paper the size of the outside surface of the jar
 Draw the design which you want for your jar.
  Cut out the design with scissors or and x-acto knife
 Stick the contact paper onto the outside surface of the jar. This will expose the glass only for the
areas you wish to apply glitter to
 Apply mod podge over the jar and sprinkle a heavy layer of glitter
 Remove the contact paper, revealing your glitter design
27. Sadaqa Pouches
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Felt in various colors
 Scissors
 Glue/Double Sided Tape
 Velcro dot stickers
Stickers to embellish (Optional)
STEPS:
 Cut a rectangular piece of felt. This should be twice the height you wish the pouch to be, plus a
little extra for the flap
 Cut out shapes to decorate with. Below are some ideas:
o Squares so you can form 8 pronged stars
o Shapes to make a mosque or a Ka’bah
 Fold over the felt to form a pouch. Stick down the sides with either glue or double sided tape
 Stick on cut outs to decorate. Add stickers, buttons or other decoration of choice
 Apply two velcro dot stickers on either end of the flap so the sadaqa pouch can be opened and
sealed shut
28. Mosque Symmetry Painting
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Paper
Paint
STEPS:
 Draw a picture of a mosque on one half of the paper
 Paint that half of the paper (Use a generous amount of paint)
 While the paint is still wet, fold the paper in half and press firmly over the entire paper so that
paint transfers onto other side
 Unfold the paper to reveal your mosque
28. Mosque Symmetry Painting
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Paper
Paint
STEPS:
 Draw a picture of a mosque on one half of the paper
 Paint that half of the paper (Use a generous amount of paint)
 While the paint is still wet, fold the paper in half and press firmly over the entire paper so that
paint transfers onto other side
 Unfold the paper to reveal your mosque
29. Moon and Star Magical Wand
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Thick card (an old box works well)
 Wooden stick/ straw (Chop sticks or thick paper straws would work well)
 Tape, Glue & Scissors
 String/Ribbon
 Sequins/Beads
Shiny paper (Optional)
STEPS:
 Draw a moon and/or star onto your card. Linked below is a moon and star template you could
use.
Moon and Star Template
 Cover your cut out with shiny paper (Covering with foil would also work well)
 Attach stick to the back using tape or a glue gun
 Cut pieces of ribbon and attach to form streamers. Alternatively, Thread some sequins or beads
onto a string and attach these as streamers

30. DIY Ramadan/Eid Cards

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
 Card Stock/ Pre-bought plain cards
 Craft paper
Scissors & Glue
STEPS:
 Draw simple Islamic designs onto decorative craft paper (eg. stars, mosques, lanterns, moons
etc.)
 Cut and stick onto plain folded cards
 Embellish with stickers, makers or tassels if desired