Nothing sparks excitement and collaboration in a classroom like a burst of colour. At BCreativetolearn, we’ve seen first-hand how introducing bold and festival-themed craft card transforms everyday lessons into memorable, display-worthy projects. Whether you’re refreshing a display board, celebrating diversity, or encouraging fine motor skills, our Bold Card and Festival Card ranges are designed to inspire. Let’s dive into creative ideas, practical tips, and detailed instructions—so you can fill your classroom with colour, creativity, and contagious enthusiasm.
Why Vibrant Card Packs Transform Classroom Art
Using quality coloured card in lessons goes beyond appearances. The substantial 160gsm weight means our Bold Card and Festival Card packs are sturdy enough for hands-on activities, yet easy for children to cut, fold, and glue. Each pack contains 40 luminous sheets—perfect for group projects and display boards.
- Durable Construction: Great for 3D art, collage, mobiles, puppets, and displays.
- High Impact Shades: Stimulates curiosity, enhances themed lessons, and makes pupils' work stand out.
- Versatile Uses: From origami to mural making, these card packs suit every subject and age group.
Project 1: Collaborative Skyline Mural Using Festival Card
This group activity encourages teamwork and introduces key concepts like layering, perspective, and urban design—all while letting every student’s creativity shine.
- Give each child 3–4 different colours from the Festival Card 160gsm Pack.
- Ask them to sketch assorted building shapes in varied sizes to represent foreground and background.
- Cut out the shapes and layer them, from lightest colours in the back to darker in front, gluing each to a large backing sheet or display board.
- Add windows, doors, or details with markers or card scraps.
Display the finished mural along a corridor or classroom wall for an ever-changing cityscape filled with individuality.
Project 2: Heart of Diversity Collage With Bold Card
Celebrate unity and belonging—each child decorates a heart shape, then all pieces are joined together to create a striking mural.
- Create a large heart template on cardboard or craft paper.
- Give each pupil a sheet of Bold Card 160gsm Pack to personalise with patterns, doodles, or collage.
- Glue each heart piece onto the giant background, forming a collaborative patchwork.
Project 3: Pop-Up Puppet Festival
Add a theatrical twist to art hours with a project that blends character creation with storytelling.
- Start with a Make Your Own Pop Up Puppets Kit.
- Design costumes, props, or backgrounds using Bold or Festival Card.
- Decorate with stick-on details for personality.
Quick Tips For Crafting With Card
- Pre-cut shapes to save class time.
- Assign roles for smooth teamwork.
- Encourage experimentation—there are no mistakes, only discoveries.
- Use drying racks or hang pieces to maximise display space.
Featured Card Packs for Your Art Projects
- Bold Card 160gsm Pack – strong colours for impactful classroom art.
- Festival Card 160gsm Pack – bright, seasonal shades for collaborative displays.
- Pop Up Puppets Kit – combine art and storytelling in one activity.
Bring Colour Into Every Lesson
With robust materials and easy ideas, even the busiest classrooms can become vibrant, inclusive spaces. At BCreativetolearn, we believe supplies should inspire creativity project after project. Browse our full range today and brighten every corner of your classroom.
