Easy DIY Bedazzled Parasol Craft for Kids 💎

How to Make a Sparkling Gemstone Paper Parasol

Looking for a simple and sparkling activity?

This DIY bedazzled parasol craft is perfect for toddlers and big kids alike using paper umbrellas and gem stickers!

⛱️ Kid-Friendly Bedazzled Parasol Craft with Gem Stickers

Sparkly, simple, and oh-so-fun!

This easy bedazzled craft is a delightful way to spend an afternoon creating something beautiful.

Whether you are looking for a quiet individual activity or a creative group project for a birthday party, these sparkling paper umbrellas are a guaranteed hit with kids 💎.

☂️ Perfect for Tiny Hands and Big Imaginations

I originally made this craft with a two-year-old, and it was the perfect level of engagement for a small child.

It is easy for little fingers to manage with some adult help, but the results are so charming that it can be fun for all ages.

We used 12-inch parasols, which are the ideal size for a toddler to handle during the “bedazzling” process and the perfect scale for imaginative play afterward.

💖 Customize Your Sparkle

One of the best things about this project is how easy it is to customize.

We experimented with two different styles to see what we liked best.

We created one vibrant parasol using assorted colorful gems and another more sophisticated version using metallic silver stud stickers.

Both turned out absolutely adorable!

You can stick to a specific color theme for a party or let the kids go wild with a rainbow of shapes and sizes 🌈.

🌞 Playtime in the Garden

The fun doesn’t stop once the gems are in place.

These parasols have become a staple in our daily play routine.

Months later, they are still in use for indoor pretend play and outside in the garden to “protect their skin from the bright sun.”

It’s a bedazzling craft that truly keeps on giving!

💎 DIY Bedazzled Paper Parasol

Materials

White Paper Parasols: We used 12-inch parasols, but full-size versions work great, too!
Gem Stickers: Use colorful assorted gems, metallic studs, or themed colors to match your style.

Instructions

Open the Parasol: Carefully open the paper umbrella so the surface is taut and ready for decorating.
Placement: Take your gem stickers and place them on the top side of the parasol, specifically following the lines of the wooden ribs.
Secure the Gems: Press each sticker down firmly against the paper where it meets the rib. This ensures a strong bond and allows the parasol to open and close easily without the gems getting in the way.
Decorate: Use as many stickers as you like! You can create patterns or scatter them randomly for a high-shine look.
Ready to Play: Once you are satisfied with the sparkle, your bedazzled parasol is ready to be put on display or used for sunny-day adventures!

Easy DIY Bedazzled Parasol Craft for Kids 💎

How to Make a Sparkling Gemstone Paper Parasol

⛱️ Kid-Friendly Bedazzled Parasol Craft with Gem Stickers