Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids

Story Hour ::January::

Paint

Erupting Baking Soda Paint

Learn Play Imagine shares this idea of erupting baking
soda paint - easy to do with exciting results!

03/12/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Family, Group, Paint, Process Art | Permalink | Comments (0)

Watercolors and Lemon Juice Creative Art

After oohing and ahhing over the combination of watercolors
and lemon juice the kids can get creative tracing shapes they
see in the results. Details are at Art Projects for Kids.

03/12/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Drawing & Illustration, Family, Group, Paint, Process Art | Permalink | Comments (0)

Sparkly Watercolors

Kids will love seeing the results of this
sparkly watercolor idea at One Inch World.

03/11/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Experiential, Family, Group, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

Giant Packing Paper Flowers

If you just can't wait for spring, try
painting some of these giant flowers found at
Make It a... Wonderful Life to brighten up your day.

03/02/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Family, Group, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

Valentine Crafts for Preschoolers!

painted heart wreath
via Make It Your Own

marker painted heart doily garland
via Feels Like Home

handprint trees with heart leaves
via Krokotak

bleeding hearts art project
via Meri Cherry

pretty pink tissue paper wreath
via Happy Hooligans

recycled paper bag heart tote
via Meri Cherry

marbled pink and purple Valentine playdough
via Fireflies and Mudpies

button heart Valentine decorations
via Antonina Mamzenko

02/09/2015 in 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Crafts, Family, Group, Paint, Paper Crafts, Valentine's Day Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Crayon Resist Valentine Art

I love this crayon resist Valentine heart art at scrumdilly-do!
Such a wonderful project for Valentine's Day
and to keep up all year long!

01/26/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Crayons & Pastels, Family, Group, Paint, Valentine's Day Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

How To Mix Paint With Kids

Meri Cherry has a great post on how to mix paint
with kids and learn a bit about color theory.

01/13/2015 in 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Family, Group, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

DIY Cardboard Wall Decorations

Let's Do Something Crafty shares how to make these cheerful
hanging wall decorations made with a little cardboard and paint.

01/12/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Group, Paint, Recycled Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Watercolor Dot Garland

This watercolor dot garland is such a great way to re-interpret
your children's artwork and would look amazing for
a children's party. Details are at Paper & Pin.

01/07/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Family, Group, Mobiles, Garland, Bunting & Wreaths, Paint, Party Ideas | Permalink | Comments (2)

Glue Resist Winter Art

Get the glue and watercolors and try out this
snow-themed glue resist art idea at The Artful Parent.

12/15/2014 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Paint, Winter Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Christmas Tree Blotto

Who doesn't love the surprise of peeling back the paper to see
what your paint blobs reveal? Turn it into a Christmas craft with
this Christmas tree blotto at No Time For Flashcards.