Category: Infants (0-12 months)
PenningHouse Crafts for Infants
Our Infant Craft section is filled with simple, sensory-rich activities designed to nurture early development while fostering deep emotional bonds. These early experiences lay the foundation for secure attachment, language development, and sensory awareness, all while creating cherished memories that last.
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Baby-safe Heart Stamping
Oh, February…how quickly you remind us that we’re faced with yet another gift-giving holiday. Didn’t we just have one of those a couple of months back? Still, with all of the themed items stocking the shelves, there’s nothing that feels particularly personal, making gift-giving feel a bit disconnected. Enter, homemade gits. I would rather craft Read more
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Color Sorting Lids
A Simple, Infant‑Safe Craft for Busy Families Infants learn best through hands‑on exploration like touching, mouthing, banging, and discovering how objects behave. The Color Sorting Lids Craft is a beautifully simple activity that turns everyday materials into a sensory‑rich learning tool. It’s quick to make, safe for little hands, and endlessly adaptable for play. For Read more
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Salt-Dough Handprint Ornament
My favorite infant crafts offer engaging play for your little one, while also leaving you with a precious keepsake. This craft does just that. I’m sure you’ve seen plenty of store-bought kits for handprint ornaments, but today we’re going to make our own! All of the supplies are likely in your pantry and kitchen already, Read more
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Fingerpaint Leaf Collage
Looking for a cozy, colorful way to celebrate fall with your little one? The Fingerpaint Leaf Collage is a delightful sensory craft that turns squishy paint play into a beautiful keepsake. With vibrant hues, soft textures, and lots of giggles, this activity invites your infant to explore the magic of autumn through touch, sight, and Read more
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Sensory Ball Drop
Today we’re going to focus on your infant’s visual and sensory needs with a simple and easy craft, using items you find around the house. While this activity uses multi-colored balls, you can actually use anything that grabs the attention and focus of your infant. Blocks, plushies, teething toys, and all infant-friendly items can be Read more
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Pumpkin Footprints
Fall is coming y’all! I absolutely LOVE the magic of this season. The colors, the family activities, and the change in weather are all things to celebrate. Who doesn’t love a stroll through the pumpkin patch? Today, we’re bringing the pumpkin patch fun to you and your infant. This adorable activity transforms your infant’s footprints Read more
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DIY Touch-and-Feel Book
Have you ever come across a touch-and-feel book and thought: ‘I could make this?’ Well, today you can! These books are fun to make and an excellent choice for sensory enrichment for your infant. Added Bonus: You can keep the book in your child’s memory box to share with them later in life! Let’s Take Read more
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DIY Emotion Stuffies
During my morning brainstorming session, my focus was on an infant-friendly craft activity that would aid in emotional awareness and identification. There were a few rules I had in mind: When my son was younger, I used several emotion identifier tools to help him recognize typical facial expressions associated with each emotion. I tried books, Read more
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Infant Texture Board
Is your infant touching everything in sight? Does it seem like most of the surfaces they explore are store-bought? Give them something unique to grab on to with our Infant Texture Board! This tactile craft enables infants to explore various textures through safe, soft materials mounted on a sturdy board. It encourages early sensory engagement Read more
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Ice Cube Painting
Let’s Beat The Heat ! With Summer months coming in hot, you’re probably looking for a cool craft for your infant. Ice Cube Painting is a fun and refreshing way to engage your infant, while keeping their temperature down outside. Water play during the summer isn’t just a way to beat the heat. It’s a Read more