Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids - The Crafty Crow

Handmade Postcards

Take a look at these amazing postcards handpainted
on cherry veneer plywood at Under Construction! If you
can't get the wood, I think corrugated cardboard
would be a fine substitute.

Popsicle Stick Dolls

I love this combination of popsicle sticks
and washi tape to make these adorable dolls
at Teawagontales!

Spark Your Imagination With A Magic Door

Kids will have fun using their imagination to
see what is behind the magic door! Get the details
for this magic door craft at Learn With Play @ Home.

Turn A Stuffed Animal Into A Marionette Puppet

I think this is a fantastic way to upcycle a stuffed
animal - make it into a marionette puppet!
Ramblings From Utopia shows you how.

Build A Miniature Tower Crane

This miniature tower crane is a site to see at
Michele Made Me. I love how they were able to
incorporate recycled items as well!

Collage on Wood

Visit Casa Maria's Creative Learning Zone to find
out about these interesting collages done on wood
pieces. I like that they can be displayed so easily.

Mother's Day Gift Idea: Personalized Mother's Jewelry

Willowday shares a wonderful Mother's Day gift idea
and tutorial for a wooden bead necklace or bracelet
with each bead painted to represent your children.
Very sweet and there are several variations so I'm
sure you will find something just right for you.

Make A Tomato Cage from Sticks

Homework shares this tomato cage made
from sticks that would be a great garden
craft for older kids to make.

Neon and Wood Bead Necklace

Visit Everything Nice for a tutorial
on how to make this simple trendy necklace
with a touch of neon.

12 Valentine Craft Ideas

jeweled heart pins
Big A Little A


Valentine tangrams puzzle
Scrumdilly-Do!


fusible bead heart necklace
Multiples And More


learning to sew for kids with hearts and buttons
At Home With Ali


love bug craft for preschoolers
We Made That


peg doll Valentines
Curly Birds


edible paint for Valentine dish greetings
How About Orange


love note bunting
Imagine Childhood


Valentine string art heart
Mama's Little Muse


candy heart pops
Red Tricycle


heart straw toppers
Willowday


"I Love You" in sign language card
Busy Kids = Happy Mom

Coasters Made From Wood Slices

These cheerful wood slice coasters can be found at
Bread & Buttons along with how to make them
and a resource for the wood slices.

Customize Your Own Building Blocks

I really love the idea of customizing your
own building blocks. Find out how easy it is
to do at MaryJanes And Galoshes.