St. Patrick's Day DIYs, Recipes & Crafts That Will (Sham)Rock Your World

3/1/2023

St. Patrick's Day is almost here, and we can't wait to join in on the festivities! There's just something about this holiday that makes us want to get creative and have a good time. Whether we're making shamrock decorations or cooking up some traditional Irish dishes, we love finding new ways to show our appreciation for all things green. That's why we've put together this blog post filled with easy St. Patrick's Day crafts, recipes, and DIYs. We've searched high and low to find the best ideas from around the web, and we've even added one of our own. Whether you're looking to bond with your kids or just want to indulge in some solo crafting, we've got plenty of options for you to choose from. So, grab your green and let's get started!

St. Patrick's Day DIYs, Recipes & Crafts That Will (Sham)Rock Your World

Some Delicious St. Patrick's Day Recipes To Try

St. Patrick's Day is a great occasion to indulge in some delicious Irish-inspired dishes. We've found some wonderful, traditional St. Patrick's Day standbys, as well as a few new-to-us recipes to try.

Puppy Chow, with a twist! This recipe includes Bailey's Irish Cream (mmm, Bailey's), but you can easily omit it for a more family-friendly version.
This version of Shepherd's Pie is made American-style, with ground beef, veg & a crispy mashed potato top.
We love any excuse to use our slow cooker, and this corned beef & cabbage recipe is no exception.
This Irish Soda Bread has all of 4 ingredients making it a super simple recipe to try.
Instead of corned beef & cabbage this year, why not try stuffed cabbage rolls instead?
A Guinness float made with Guinness, ice cream and chocolate syrup...what can be better?
You can never go wrong with a good Irish stew.
These look like taters, but they're not. They're dessert!
Colcannon: Potatoes, cabbage and onions...yum.

A Few Fun St. Patrick's Day Crafts & DIYs

These crafts are fun for all members of the fam--from green slime to painted rocks, there's something here for everyone to try.

Here's 80 bajilliony (ok ok fine, 20) fun craft projects to try.
These shamrock wands are adorable for little ones!

Learn how to make a St. Patrick's Day wreath with this dollar store DIY from mamadjane.com.
Print these free St. Patrick's Day transfers on to transfer paper and iron on to tees, bibs, bandanas and more. Be sure to follow the paper's instructions for printing & ironing.

I love this St. Patrick's Day "Lucky" Banner from the fine folks over at createcraftlove. Print each letter on cardstock, hole punch and thread with brown twine, then hang wherever you'd like! Here's a link to the printables.
Make clover jewelry with air-dry clay.
How cute are these painted rocks?

Free printable Irish blessing, compliments of fivehearthome. Printed on cardstock and placed in a simple white frame, this printable would add charm to any décor!

Our Version Of "A Pot O' Gold"

This fun DIY is comprised of just a few items and is easy enough for even the tiniest of hands to make! It's a great activity for a small party or school project, since almost all of the items can be found at the dollar store, making it super affordable.

Materials:

5" green plastic flower pot, or a terra cotta pot that is easily painted with craft paint & a small sponge brush
Complementary satin ribbon, at least 1” wide
Low-temp hot glue gun (or white glue if crafting with kiddos)
Green paper fill or Easter grass
St. Pat’s themed stickers, optional

Gold-colored candies or gold candy coins

Instructions:

Prep the area you are going to be working at with newspaper.
If using, squeeze some of the paint on to a paper plate or into a disposable cup.
Using a sponge paint brush, paint the entire terra cotta pot with acrylic paint. Let dry completely. You may need a couple of coats of paint for a completely opaque look.
Cover the pot with the optional stickers being sure to leave about a 1-1.5" allowance from the top of the pot for the ribbon.
Measure the ribbon around the outer rim of the pot and cut to size. Glue around the rim. Create a bow with the remaining ribbon and glue it to the ribbon on the pot, where the seams meet.
Add the paper fill or Easter grass to the pot and fill with gold candies.

St. Patrick's Day Tiered Tray Decor

I absolutely adore decorating a tiered serving tray, especially seasonally. Check out these trays decorated for St. Patrick's day: packed with ribbon, greenery, ephemera and more, these really are the perfect St. Patrick's Day centerpiece for any home decor style! Click any image to shop.

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St. Patrick's Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate all things Irish and embrace the festive spirit of the occasion. Whether you're looking to create delicious traditional dishes, engage in fun and creative crafts, or decorate your home in a festive manner, there are plenty of options available to you. From classic Irish dishes to playful crafts and charming decorations, we hope that this collection of St. Patrick's Day ideas has inspired you to celebrate in style. So don your greenest attire, raise a glass of Guinness, and enjoy a day filled with the luck of the Irish. Sláinte!

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