Pool noodles can be used in countless ways. Enjoy them in the water, imagine they are swords, or slice them apart for creative projects. This summer, bring the noodles out of the pool and experiment with one of these DIY ideas. Every project is simple enough for the entire family to enjoy. 01of 35 … Read more
Looking for a few family-friendly activities to keep your children occupied? Give one of these fantastic kite projects a try. Each of these creative kites is suitable for kids, affordable to make, and incredibly adorable. Your little crafters will enjoy seeing their creations glide through the sky. 01of 09 Drinking Straw Kite Project This kite … Read more
Who could forget spending spring and summer afternoons stretched out in the refreshing grass while pointing out amusing cloud forms to friends? Bring that same feeling of discovery back for your children! Head outdoors with them, gaze toward the sky, and find inspiration for these imaginative cloud crafts. Several of these activities are experiments, while … Read more
These craft ideas are ideal for the imaginative young boys in your life. From balloon creatures to scientific experiments, they offer an enjoyable way to pass an afternoon working on hands-on activities. Although these projects are wonderful for boys, any young girl would enjoy them too. 01of 12 Lizard Key Chain Does your household have a reptile enthusiast? … Read more
Project Summary Skill Level: Suitable for kids DIY stepping stones placed along a walkway or path offer an excellent way to give your garden a personal touch. Besides adding visual interest as hardscape features, they also serve as thoughtful presents and memorable keepsakes for relatives and friends. Create one of these stones using a child’s handprints, … Read more
At celebrations and birthday gatherings, pinatas are a beloved game-style activity. If you would like to make one at home, you have a few do-it-yourself options, including paper mache and paper bag techniques. You may be surprised by how simple the process is. Creating your own pinata also lets you design it in whatever size … Read more
Ask any child: Using your fingers is one of the most enjoyable ways to paint! Gather some paint and invite your little artists to begin making these fingerprint crafts for kids. Each project is easy and wonderfully entertaining. Once everything is complete, showcase the creations around your home. 01of 14 Fingerprint Poppy Blossom With their tiny … Read more
Project Summary Working Time: 1 hr Skill Level: Suitable for kids Estimated Cost: $15 Tie-dye is a fabric-coloring method that requires folding, twisting, and bunching the material before securing it firmly with string or elastic bands. The cloth is then placed in dye. Twisted and fastened sections absorb very little, if any, color. After the ties are taken … Read more
Papier-mache is a French expression that translates to “chewed paper.” The phrase also refers to a crafting medium made from paper pulp or strips combined with paste. Commonly known as paper mache in the United States, this adaptable material is simple for both children and adults to use when making basic or intricate creations. To … Read more
Whether you’re working on a school assignment or enjoying a creative activity with children, papier-mâché is a craft that needs no special materials. The papier-mâché paste consists simply of flour and water, while many household objects can serve as molds and forms for your projects. It’s an excellent opportunity to reuse materials. Certain objects can serve as foundations … Read more