If you’re looking for an activity that keeps kids busy and creates instant “wow” whatever the occasion, you need a huge coloring banner.
At Creative Crayons Workshop, our giant paper designs are made to cover the table like a tablecloth… but the fun doesn’t stop there. A huge coloring banner can be used as a table covering, a party activity, a keepsake, and yes, even a banner on the wall or spread out across the floor.
Whether you’re planning a birthday party, family night, classroom celebration, or just trying to survive a rainy weekend, here are 5 fun things to do with a huge coloring banner that kids and adults both love.
1) Turn it into a “Coloring Party Centerpiece” Tablecloth
The classic (and still the best): lay your huge coloring banner, like the one with a Kindness Theme above, across the table and let the kids go wild.
This is perfect because:
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Everyone can color at the same time (no fighting over one page)
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You don’t need complicated games to keep kids engaged
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It doubles as party décor and entertainment
Pro tip: Put a cup of crayons/markers every 2–3 seats so nobody has to reach across the table.
2) Use the Paper Tablecloth as a Banner on the Wall
Yep, your huge coloring banner doesn’t have to stay on the table.
Tape it up on a wall like a giant party banner and let kids “color up” the space. This works amazingly well for:
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Birthday party backdrops
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Classroom doors and hallways (see picture above from 2nd grade teacher)
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Photo booth walls
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Family reunion décor
Quick setup: painter’s tape + a few pieces of tape in the corners and middle so it stays flat.
3) Make a Floor Coloring Zone (Indoor Picnic Style)
Need a screen-free activity that keeps kids from bouncing off the couch? Spread your huge coloring banner out on the floor like the Affirmations design pictured above.
It becomes a “coloring zone” where kids can sit, sprawl, and share. This is especially great for:
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Toddler playdates
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Snow days or indoor recess in the classroom
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Sleepovers
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Younger siblings who can’t sit at the table long
Mom & Teacher win: It also helps define the “mess area” so coloring stays contained.
4) Create a Party Game: Coloring Challenge + Reveal
Want to make your huge coloring banner into an actual party activity game? Try this:
The Challenge:
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Set a timer for 5 minutes
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Call out a prompt like: “Color all the stars!” or “Find and color all the cupcakes!”
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When time’s up, everyone steps back and you do a big reveal
It’s simple, fun, and keeps the energy high without needing a bunch of supplies.
Variation: Give each kid one section to “own” and sign their name in it, instant keepsake.
5) Turn It Into a Keepsake (Cut, Frame, or Roll It Up)
When the party’s over, your huge coloring banner doesn’t have to get tossed.
Here are a few fun ways to save it:
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Cut out the best parts and frame them
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Write messages on the border (“Happy Birthday Ava!” from everyone)
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Roll it up like a poster and keep it in a memory box
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Cut it into placemats (laminate if you want it extra durable)
This is one of those rare activities where the final result is something you’ll actually want to keep.
Why a Huge Coloring Banner Works for Busy Families
A huge coloring banner is the kind of activity that meets kids (and adults!) where they are: creative, social, and hands-on. It’s simple to set up, doesn’t require planning a bunch of games, and it scales perfectly from one child to a whole party full of kids.
And because Creative Crayons Workshop designs are made as big paper tablecloths, you can use them anywhere:
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on the table
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as a banner on the wall
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even across the floor for a giant coloring zone
Ready to Try a Huge Coloring Banner for Your Next Party?
If you want an easy, screen-free activity that doubles as décor and creates real memories, a huge coloring banner is the move.
Browse Creative Crayons Workshop’s giant paper tablecloth designs and pick your theme; then decide: table, wall, or floor… or all three