Washi Tape Bicycle Helmet
Use washi tape to turn an ordinary bike helmet into something your child will beg to wear! Boys and girls…
Sno Cone Cupcakes
Sno cones and summer go hand in hand but with the heat, things can could get quite messy. Our sno…
Dragonflies
This easy dragonfly bug craft is perfect for even the youngest students. It’s simple, but looks so great. Good for…
Bathing Suit Cover Up
Turn a towel into a pretty bathing suit cover up. An easy sewing project for tweens and teens.
Shell Fairies
Wondering what to do with all of those seashells that the kids collected on your last vacation? Read on…we’ll show…
Back Yard Kid Wash
Try this inexpensive kid wash and become the most popular parent on the block! What a great way to cool…
Stamped Driftwood
Perfect project for the kids to dress up their beachy finds and display around the home! Easy enough for kids…
S’mores on a Stick
These s’mores on a stick are great for an indoor camp out or as a treat for a party. Make…
Pearly Bites
No challenge to find a pearl in these sweet snacks…there’s plenty for everyone! These yummy little shells are perfect for…
Hula Skirts for Dolls
Easy, no sew doll-sized hula skirt – all you need is duct tape, tissue paper and a pair of scissors….
Aliens
What can you do with pipe cleaners and balls of foil? Turn their imaginations on to create their own silly…
Shaving Cream Car Wash
A fun frugal way to spend a sunny afternoon …line up cars for a quick trip through the car wash!…
Bunny Rolls
These adorable bunny rolls are perfect for any garden or animal-themed party. Kids will have fun turning bread dough into…
Chocolate Covered Oreos
Who doesn’t love the combination of chocolate and cookies? A fun and easy way to get the kids into the…
Solar System Craft
Are your space cadets getting bored already this summer? Here’s a fun, teaching science project to keep them busy…..make a…
Hula Hoop Streamer Canopy
Staple streamers to a hula hoop and hang it up to make a garden decoration that can be whatever your…
Sprinkle Ice Cream Cones
A simple way to gain smiles on a hot summer day- kids will love the added touch of white chocolate…
Kaboom Kakes
Turn snack cakes into firecrackers to celebrate the 4th of July. Sure to add sparks to the celebration!
Sparkly Star Marshmallow Straws
Red, white and blue star shaped marshmallows coated with sparkly colored sugar …perfectly patriotic for the 4th of July. Attache…
Luau Cookies
Sometimes the packaging makes all the difference! Here’s a simple way to dress up those cookies for your summer luau…
Patriotic Wooden Crate
Paint and sticker a wooden crate in red, white and blue stars and stripes. Use it in 4th of July…
Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
Simple, no-bake strawberry cheesecake bites are made from fresh berries and cream cheese frosting. Makes a yummy treat for your…
Fashionable Teen Shirts
Turn plain tees and tanks into fabulous summer fashions with paint markers. Perfect project for older children.
Hello Kitty Sun glasses
Refashion a pair of plain ol’ sunglasses into a fun and funky new set of sunglasses! Just a handful of…
Marbled Pottery Painting
A new take on the “drip-painting” trend- let the kids get involved and the result is a gorgeous, marbled, one-of-a-kind…
Icing Covered Pretzels
Sweet and salty icing covered pretzels are a fun food for parties and picnics. Using royal icing instead of chocolate…
Play-Dough Frangipani Flowers
Use play-dough to fashion pretty Frangipani flowers. A fun summer play-date craft.
Patriotic Dip
Planning an Independence Day party? This tasty dip will add patriotic flare to your table!
Oyster & Pearl Madeleine Cakes
Individual little cakes made from store-bought Madeleine cakes and pearlized gumballs. A cute addition to any beach-themed party!
Octopus Math File Folder
Keep math facts fresh in their heads during summer vacation – practice one-to-one correspondence and number identification with this friendly…
Tin Can Friends
Recycle tin cans into funny faces that grow “hair”! Teach the responsibility of watering the seeds in the cans every…
Framed Sand Writing
Make memories of the beach by writing your name in the sand, photographing it and then framing it. Embellish the…
Kingfisher Handprint
Turn your child’s hand print into a beautiful kingfisher! Kids will have fun painting their hands to make these colorful…
Easy Beach Bucket Cake
All you need is an inexpensive plastic pail, your favorite cake and frosting, and this simple recipe for edible “sand”…
Paper Plate Frisbees
A fun outdoor craft for summer! Make frisbees from paper plates with your kids.
Beach Glass Bottles
Make your own beach or sea glass bottles using Mod Podge and dirt! A fun way to add some texture…