Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids

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Children's Garden Stepping Stone DIY

Summer is the perfect time for kids to try their hand at making
garden stepping stones. We Bloom Here shares a tutorial
that shows just how easy it is so be sure to check it out.

07/27/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Creating Keepsakes, Family, Garden, Gifts to Make, Group, Outside, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Summer Sun Prints

Purple Twig shares how they made these sun prints featuring
natural items such as flowers, leaves, and twigs. I love how
they are mounted on boards with string attached so they
are ready to be displayed at home.

07/27/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Homeschooling, Mother's Day Crafts, Photography, Printmaking, Spring Crafts, Summer Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Pretty Painted Wood Jewelry and More!

You'll love the pretty results of painting on wood beads, bangles,
and coasters and the kids will love making them. Your big box
craft store carries a variety of wood items ready for painting
but you should also check out your local thrift store too.
Get the details at We Are Scout.

07/07/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Bead Crafts, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Paint, Wood Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Great Father's Day Gifts
Kids Can Make

polymer clay earth for the Best Dad in the World
via Buzzmills

Dad Rocks painted rock art for Father's Day
via Sweet Little Peanut

use children's art for a unique Father's Day card
via Lovely Design

homemade keychain with children's art for Father's Day
via Juftinta

free printable Father's Day book kids can fill in
via hello, Wonderful

Big Dipper and Little Dipper constellation tie for Father's Day
via Pieces By Polly

a book about Dad free printable kids can write
via Lia Griffith

Father's Day medals made with duct tape
via And We Play

adorable lawn mower cupcakes for Father's Day
via The Celebration Shoppe

kids can stitch a coffee cozy for Father's Day
via Sewing School

Click here for more Father's Day
crafts and gifts kids can make!

06/17/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Card Making, Crafts, Family, Father's Day Crafts, Gifts to Make, Printables & Downloads | Permalink | Comments (0)

Pencil Art Idea

Paint on napkins or paper towels and then use your art work
to cover pencils. Journey Into Creativity shares this great idea
that would be a unique back to school craft or teacher gift idea.

06/16/2015 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Back to School, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

How To Make New Crayons From Old Crayons

Wood of Bell Trees how to make these colorful homemade
crayons from leftover bits of other crayons. If you've never
tried this before you should give it a go - it's a lot of fun and
then you get a new art material the kids will love. They
also make great party favors!

06/16/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, Crafts, Crayons & Pastels, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Gifts to Make, Party Ideas, Toys to Make | Permalink | Comments (0)

Colorful Embossed Foil Picture Frames

Coloring on aluminum foil with Sharpies is always fun and
when you add a bit of hot glue for a faux embossed look you get
this unique picture frame. The tutorial is at Aunt Peaches.

06/15/2015 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group | Permalink | Comments (0)

Clay Vase Necklace Craft

I love these so much I might just make one for myself!
These sweet clay vase necklaces can be made and enjoyed by
all ages and are perfect for slipping in flowers from a nature
walk. Get the tutorial details at hello, Wonderful.

06/09/2015 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Clay Crafts, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Nature Crafts, Spring Crafts, Summer Crafts, Wearables | Permalink | Comments (0)

Sweater Snake Softie DIY

Find out how to make a cuddly sweater snake with this
tutorial at Cakies. This is such a great beginning sewing
project to do with the kids and you only need a
couple of old sweaters to get it done.

06/03/2015 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Animals & Bugs, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Parent Made, Recycled Crafts, Sewing & Stitchery, Toys to Make | Permalink | Comments (0)

Cute Clay Pins DIY

These little pins make me happy just looking
at them! Little Monster shares their air dry clay
recipe and then how to make the pins.

06/01/2015 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Clay Crafts, Crafts, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Party Ideas, Wearables | Permalink | Comments (1)

DIY Playdough Kits

Kids will love this idea at Mama.Papa.Bubba. for making
playdough kits for their friends. Match the playdough
colors and toy props to the child's interest and you've
got a hit for a homemade present.

05/28/2015 in 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Family, Gifts to Make, Toys to Make | Permalink | Comments (2)

Painted Leather Bracelets DIY

I think this would be a great summer break project for older kids,
especially if you want to get a jump on holiday gifts. These leather
bracelets begin by creating the design with a wood burning tool then
the details are painted in. Find out how it's done at Plenty of Paprika.