DIY St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Roll: A Festive Kids’ Activity for a Fraction of the Price

DIY St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Roll – A Fun and Affordable Kids’ Activity

If you’ve been around here for a while, you know I can’t resist a good holiday-themed activity for the kids. But let’s be real—some of these holiday extras can add up fast. You want the magic, the memories, the smiles…but not the price tag that comes with them.

That’s why I’m obsessed with this DIY St. Patrick’s Day coloring roll. You’ve probably seen the jumbo coloring rolls on Amazon—super cute, super fun, and super overpriced at around $10 a pop. So, I thought, “Why not make one myself?” And let me tell you, I pulled it off for about $0.10. Yes, you read that right.

Ready to make your own giant coloring roll for a fraction of the price? Let’s do it.

What is a DIY St. Patrick’s Day Coloring Roll?

If you’re new to the concept, a coloring roll is basically an extra-large coloring page that kids can sprawl out on and color to their heart’s content. It’s perfect for keeping little hands busy, whether you need a fun St. Patrick’s Day activity for a rainy afternoon or a simple way to add a festive touch to your home.

Instead of buying a pre-made roll, we’re going the DIY route. That means you’ll need:

• A large sheet of paper (I used roll paper, but butcher paper or even the back of wrapping paper works!)
• A pencil (for sketching out your design)
• A black Sharpie (to trace over your sketch)
• Markers, crayons, or colored pencils (so the kids can bring it to life)

That’s it. You probably have everything on hand already, which means this project is basically free.

How to Make Your Own Giant Coloring Roll

1. Roll Out the Paper: Find a big open space and roll out your craft paper. If it curls up on the edges, tape it down with some painter’s tape so you’re not fighting a losing battle.
2. Sketch Out Your Design: Grab your pencil and start drawing some simple St. Patrick’s Day-themed designs. Think: shamrocks, sainbows, pots of gold, leprechaun hats, horseshoes, and gold coins. You don’t have to be an artist for this—trust me. The beauty of a DIY coloring page is that kids love anything they can color in, so even the simplest doodles will be a hit.
3. Outline with a Sharpie: Once you’re happy with your sketch, go over it with a black Sharpie to make the lines bold and crisp. This is the step that really makes it look like a store-bought coloring roll.
4. Let the Coloring Fun Begin: Hand over the markers, crayons, or colored pencils and let your little artists get to work! If you have multiple kids, this is a great group activity—there’s plenty of space for everyone to join in.

Why This DIY Coloring Page is the Ultimate Kids’ Activity Hack

Not only is this a money-saving hack (I mean, $0.10 instead of $10? Come on), but it’s also:

• Low-prep: You need five minutes, a Sharpie, and some paper. Done.
• Mess-free: No glue, no glitter, no paint—just good old-fashioned coloring.
• Perfect for all ages: Toddlers, preschoolers, big kids—everyone loves a giant coloring roll.
• Reusable: If you use a big enough sheet of paper, kids can color different sections over a few days.

Fun Ways to Use Your St. Paddy’s Day Coloring Roll

Want to take this St. Patrick’s Day activity to the next level? Here are a few fun ways to make it even more exciting:

1. Turn It Into a Giant Placemat: Tape it to the table for a festive (and functional!) jumbo coloring roll placemat. Perfect for keeping little ones entertained while they eat their green pancakes.
2. Make It a Scavenger Hunt: Before the kids start coloring, challenge them to find and circle certain objects. “Can you find the pot of gold? How about three four-leaf clovers?”
3. Add a Learning Twist: Write numbers inside the shamrocks and have kids color them in by number. Or add simple sight words (“gold,” “green,” “lucky”) for early readers to color and trace.
4. Display Their Masterpiece: Once it’s fully colored, hang it on the wall or fridge as a festive St. Paddy’s Day decoration.

More Budget-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Activities

If you love a good DIY holiday moment, here are a few other cheap and cheerful ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with kids:

1. Shamrock Stamping

Cut a bell pepper in half, dip it in green paint, and stamp shamrock shapes onto paper. Find more details for this activity here!

2. Rainbow Rice Sensory Bin

Dye dry rice in different colors, mix it up, and let kids scoop and pour their way to fun.

3. Gold Coin Hunt

Hide gold coins (or yellow pom-poms) around the house and let kids go on a treasure hunt.

4. Leprechaun Hat Cup Stacking

Use green plastic cups to build and knock down mini leprechaun hat towers.

5. DIY Lucky Charms Playdough

Make a quick batch of homemade playdough and mix in Lucky Charms cereal pieces for a fun texture.

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a simple, low-cost, and totally fun St. Paddy’s Day activity, this DIY St. Patrick’s Day coloring roll is it. It’s festive, easy, and keeps kids entertained—without costing you a small fortune. And honestly, the best part? Watching your little ones’ faces light up as they bring their giant masterpiece to life. For a fraction of the price, of course. Happy coloring, friends!

Learning Table

Paper Roll

Black Markers