Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids

Make Shell Butterflies

If you collected some shells this summer visit
El Hada De Papel to see how to make
them into sweet butterflies.

09/04/2012 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Animals & Bugs, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Family, Nature Crafts, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Cute Wind Chime Tutorial

Find out how to make these pretty wind chimes
made from painted sticks and a lampshade
frame at Pysselbolaget.

08/28/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Mobiles, Garland, Bunting & Wreaths, Nature Crafts, Paint, Recycled Crafts, Spring Crafts, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (1)

Simple Sidewalk Chalk Spray

Visit Wine & Glue to see how to make her own
simple version of sidewalk chalk spray. It's the
perfect solution to last minute fun!

08/21/2012 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, All Ages, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Last Minute, Outside, Paint, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

How To Make Garden Stones

Visit Sweet Thing(s) to see how to make these
pretty garden stones that are a lovely way
to record summer memories.

08/08/2012 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, All Ages, Art, Crafts, Creating Keepsakes, Earth Day Crafts, Family, Father's Day Crafts, Garden, Gifts to Make, Group, Nature Crafts, Outside, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Beach Sand and Plaster Molds

Take some Plaster of Paris along on your next visit
to the beach so you can make some fun molds in
the sand! Get the details at MADE.

08/06/2012 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, All Ages, Crafts, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Family, Outside, Sculpture, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Dahlia Printing

I love dahlias and Kleas shares such a great way
to enjoy them longer by printing with them!

07/20/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Group, Paint, Printmaking, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Fun Things To Do Outside

play a game with found natural objects
Michele Made Me

make a themed garden in a wooden crate
Playful Learning

make mud pictures
Curly Birds

have a backyard breakfast in bed
Family Chic

design a maze with a garden hose
Partycraft Secrets

make a pooter and observe small bugs
Bradshaw & Sons

weave a small willow basket
Acorn Pies

07/16/2012 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, All Ages, Art, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Earth Day Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Games, Garden, Nature Crafts, Outside, Science, Summer Crafts, Themes | Permalink | Comments (2)

Cool-off Sponge Necklace Tutorial!

Here's another fun way to beat the heat -
make a Cool-Off Necklace! The Tiny Funnel shares
this tutorial that is easy and inexpensive and would
also be a great party craft or favor too!

Materials:
Dry sponges cut into 1/2" squares -
(any small shape will do)
Embroidery needle
25" of .5mm Stretch Magic cord

Directions:
Cut and thread a needle onto a 25" length of
the Stretch Magic cord.

Thread 1/2" pieces of sponge onto the thread and tie
the ends into a knot when it’s full.

Wet and ring the water out of the sponges then put
the necklace in the freezer. Wait a little while
(30 minutes or so).

Take the necklace from the freezer and put
it on - cool off!

Thank you so much to The Tiny Funnel for
this wonderful tutorial and I hope you'll visit her
blog for more creative craft ideas!

07/13/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, Crafts, Family, Group, Outside, Party Ideas, Summer Crafts, Tutorials | Permalink | Comments (1)

Crafts and Activities to Keep You Cool!

rainbow ice
Sweeter Than Sweets

cascading waterfalls
At Home With Ali

cork and popsicle stick rafts
A Little Learning For Two

25 tips for hosting a lemonade stand
Curly Birds

ice tunnels
Art And Creativity

ice blocks to build with
El Hada de Papel

frozen painting
Hands On As We Grow

07/12/2012 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, All Ages, Art, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Experiential, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Outside, Paint, Science, Summer Crafts, Themes | Permalink | Comments (1)

Summer Is A Great Time For Finger Painting!

Summer is a great time for arts and crafts that can
get messy - just set up a table outside and make sure
the hose is handy! Then, read this post at Casa Maria's
Creative Learning and get inspired for an
afternoon of finger painting!