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

Bird Wings DIY

You'll be surprised how easy it is to make these lovely wings
from canvas fabric and a simple stamp made from craft
foam. Visit Treehouse for the directions. 

Heart Pillows With Pockets For Valentines

Grab your favorite fabrics to make these sweet stuffed heart
pillows that feature a little pocket for holding Valentines and
treats. Cakies shares this beginning sewing tutorial. 

10 Favorite Christmas Crafts for Kids

pine cone Christmas tree decorated with old jewelry 
via smART Class 


pine cone ornaments chock full of glitter and pompoms 
via i Love To Create 


sticky Christmas trees - great for keeping little ones busy 
via Twodaloo 


packing peanut snow tower lantern 
via Michelle Made Me 


polymer clay ornaments and package tags 
via Paul & Paula 


tree stamped gift bags 
via Make It Your Own 


make your own fabric gift wrap 
via Buggy and Buddy 


q-tip printed wreath cards 
via Pysselbolaget 


toddler artwork ornaments 
via Design, Dining and Diapers 


snowman bead ornaments 
via Make It Your Own 

Sock Pumpkins

I think these sock pumpkins look so cute peeking out of
the window. See how to make your own at Meaningful Mama.

Recycled Loom Weaving

Visit Babble Dabble Do to find out how to weave on
recycled plastic lids. It would be easy to adapt if you
don't have exactly the same kind of lid as she does.

Leaf Printed Tree Softie

This is a great project for kids and adults to do together.
Use leaves and fruit to make prints on fabric then sew
it up into a cute stuffed tree! More details at Ukkonooa.

12 Terrific 4th of July Crafts For Kids!

4th of July treat candy rockets 
via She Knows 


beaded fireworks July 4th craft 
via scrumdilly-do! 


tie-dyed tablecloth or blanket for Fourth of July 
via Home. Made. Interest. 


American flag paper sack luminaries 
via Look What Mom Found 


4th of July fabric brooches 
via Whimsy Love 


firecracker star cookies with a surprise inside
via Tablespoon  


canvas flag keepsake 4th of July toddler craft 
via Glued To My Crafts 


toilet paper roll firecracker craft 
via Crafty Morning 


duct tape Uncle Sam hat 
via Armelle Blog 


magazine mosaic USA flag craft 
via Crafts by Amanda 


red, white, and blue twig stars kids craft 
via Happy Hooligans 


liberty crown 4th of July craft for kids 
via Spoonful 

Easy Sun Prints On Fabric

I love that you can achieve these gorgeous sun prints without
the use of special paper. These are made on fabric with paint
(use fabric paint if you intend on washing the fabric) and some
pretty designs with natural objects. A little time in the sun and
then you've got a gorgeous piece of fabric to play
with! All the details are at Alisa Burke. 

Adorable Tree Doll

Jacks and Kate made this sweet tree doll with
her daughter so you can get inspired to make your own! 

Child's Artwork Puppet

Learn how to make a simple fabric puppet (a great way to
use your child's artwork!) at Recyveci.

Unique Gift Ideas Kids Can Make For Mother's Day!

I'm in love with this handprint wreath made so simply
with newspaper and watercolors. This would be a wonderful
Mother's Day gift! Found at Paperiliitin. 


Children can use a favorite rock as a base for these sweet 
beaded heart noteholders. The directions for this wonderful 
idea are at Schaeresteipapier.



Beautiful paper mache bowls tutorial found at Happy Hooligans. 


Use your child's handprints to make flowers from felt or paper. 
Directions are at Make-It-Your-Own.



A simple string of painted beads turns into a votive holder!
Tutorial is at Pysselbolaget. 


Make a whole bouquet of paper flowers for Mother's Day
with this DIY found at Ruffles and Stuff. 


These beautiful bookmarks were made by preschoolers
with rubbing alcohol and Sharpies! A great gift
idea found at Happy Hooligans. 


Puffy hearts aren't just for Valentine's Day - they're perfect for
Mother's Day gifts too! Art Bar shares how these were made
with a group of preschoolers but it's a fun project for all ages.


Willowday shares a fabric design technique using melted
crayons. You can use it to make so many things, how about
a scarf for a unique Mother's Day gift?


This sweet little bouquet of calla lilies is made from items you
probably have around the house. Tutorial details are at Krokotak.

Fabric Art Exploration Ideas

This is one of four fabric art exploration ideas for kids
featured at Lessons Learnt Journal. The sequins are such
a fun way to add color and texture to a child's drawing
on burlap and great beginning sewing practice.