Mini Coloured Patty Pans Pack of 1400

Brighten up any craft area with the Mini Coloured Patty Pans Pack of 1000, a vibrant and versatile open-ended resource for classroom and art rooms. Supplied in an assorted mix of colours these mini patty pans offer endless opportunities for imaginative making.

Easy to cut, fold, glue, fringe, layer, and decorate, they’re perfect for seasonal celebrations such as Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, and Christmas, as well as everyday crafting. With their colourful appeal and flexible paper texture, these patty pans support fine motor development and hands‑on exploration. They also double as functional mini baking cups, offering a dual‑purpose resource that blends creativity with practical use. Colours may vary. Measure 3cm d base x 2.5 H x 4.5 cm wide top. Ages 3yrs+.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports Fine Motor Skill Development: Cutting, folding, scrunching, and gluing help strengthen hand muscles and finger control. Enhances coordination and pre‑writing skills.
• Encourages Creativity & Imaginative Expression: Simple shapes become flowers, characters, insects, decorations, and more. Encourages children to experiment with colour, layering, and design.
• Enhances Colour Recognition & Visual Discrimination: Bright, contrasting colours support learning about colour families, patterns, and sequencing. Ideal for early math concepts such as sorting, grouping, and creating repeating patterns.
• Promotes Open‑Ended Exploration: No fixed outcome children can use the materials in countless ways. Supports divergent thinking and problem‑solving.
• Great for Seasonal & Themed Projects: Perfect for holidays, celebrations, and curriculum‑linked craft activities. Adds texture and dimension to collages, posters, and classroom displays.
• Supports Sensory & Tactile Learning: The crinkled paper texture encourages sensory engagement during hands‑on creation. Helps children explore how materials can be manipulated and transformed.
• Dual Purpose for Craft and Baking: Can be used as mini cupcake or treat cups, extending their usefulness beyond the art table. Encourages real‑world learning through cooking and food‑related activities.