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Paper Roll Fish in a Bowl

Cardboard Tube Fish in a Bowl

Learn how to make these cute fish out of cardboard tubes. The tutorial includes the bowl pattern and a coloring […]

Cardboard Tube Horse

Make this cute horse from chenille stems and cardboard tubes! It’s a great recycling project.  

Tissue Box Doggie

Tissue Box Doggie

This adorable dog is made from a recycled tissue box, some cardboard tubes and scrapbook paper. Use it to hold […]

Woven Paper Fish

Learn how to make a cute fish (or an entire school of fish!) from strips of colored paper. This woven […]

Shark Paper Tube Craft

Shark Paper Tube Craft

Celebrate Shark Week with this cute paper tube shark craft. It’s a fun craft to accompany a study of ocean […]

sandpaper starfish

Sandpaper Starfish

Turn sandpaper into starfish for a fun and easy summer craft. These would also make cute decorations for a beach-themed […]

Paper Plate Sea Crab

Paper Plate Sea Crab

Learn how to transform an ordinary paper plate into this cute crab! A fun summertime craft for your kids. Summertime […]

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

These adorable tropical fish start with painted paper plates and pieces of aluminum foil.  Each fish is one-of-a-kind, with lots of room […]

Sea Creature Hot Dogs

Sea Creature Hot Dogs

Turn one hot dog into two crabs and two octopi! Your kids will love these little guys and lunchtime will […]

Egg Carton Buggy Mobile

This adorable mobile is a time consuming project, but the results are well-worth the time invested! You can shorten the […]

Cupcake Liner Fish

Cupcake Liner Fish

Did you know cupcake liners make the perfect base for a kids fish craft? No matter if they are solid […]

Plastic Egg Fireflies

Plastic Egg Fireflies

These adorable bugs are made from plastic Easter eggs and LED tea lights. They’re such a fun project for kids!

Egg Carton Whale

Make a darling egg carton whale with just a few simple supplies. It’s so easy to do!

Starfish S’mores

These adorable starfish are made from homemade marshmallow, dipped in dark chocolate, and coated in graham cracker crumbs. Two little […]

Colorful Cardboard Tube Fish

Colorful Cardboard Tube Fish

These fish are really simple to make and your little ones will have hours of fun playing with them when […]

Band-aid Lightning Bugs

Band-aid Lightning Bugs

Turn band-aids and googly eyes into adorable lightning bugs. A fun project for the youngest of crafters.

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

Turn a cardboard tube, walnut and acorn cap into these cute squirrels. It’s the perfect recycling craft for fall that […]

Rainbow Marbled Butterfly Art

Create gorgeous rainbow butterfly art using marbled paper. Each one is different and as pretty as can be.

Edible Ornaments for Wildlife

Edible Ornaments for Wildlife

Decorate an outdoor tree with edible ornaments for your feathered friends.

Paper Plate Rabbit

Paper Plate Rabbit

Paper Plate Rabbit This cute rabbit made from paper plates has moveable parts! It can be made as a spring […]

Silly Bird Marionette

Silly Bird Marionette

Make a simple marionette that is fun for kids to use and the perfect size for little hands. This is […]

Cork Mouse

Cork Mouse

This cute little mouse is a fun project for school age children to make. Use the suggested materials or try […]

Twirling Lovebugs

These Valentine’s Day lovebugs are a fun, simple, and colorful decoration that will bring joy to all who see them. […]

Adorable lip whistle valentines for kids!

Monkey Lip Whistle Valentines

Do you have a pre-reader with a Valentine’s Day party coming up? Here is a cute printable Valentine that doesn’t require […]

Penguin Finger Puppets

Penguin Finger Puppets

Kids will have hours of fun putting on plays with their handmade penguin finger puppets. These easy-to-make felt puppets can […]

Penguin Finger Puppet

Penguin Finger Puppet

Penguin Finger Puppet Make a bunch of these penguins and you can have a puppet show with your friends! When […]

Paper Cup Turkeys

Paper Cup Turkeys

Paper Cup Turkeys Line these colorful gobblers up on your table or use them as place cards. Either way, they […]

Paper Plate Crow

Paper Plate Crow

Make a cute crow for autumn using paper plates. This is an easy craft for kids of all ages. 

Plastic Cup Crow

Plastic Cup Crow

This cute little crow is a perfect fall craft. It’s made from cups and paint and is really easy to […]

Jar Lid Owls

Jar Lid Owls

Use recycled lids from glass jars to make these adorable painted owl lids! So cute and so much room for […]

Animal Jars

Elephant, Cat, and Dog Jars

Animal Jars Transform little glass jars into adorable animal containers. Use them to hold crayons, buttons, coins or any other […]

Clothespin Farm Animal Magnets

Clothespin Farm Animal Magnets These adorable little animals are so easy to make and they’ll love holding your artwork or notes […]

Rock Bees

These cute little bees are make from smooth rocks, paint and some floral wire. This easy project is great fun […]

School of Cardboard Tube Fish

Recycle some cardboard tubes into an adorable school of colorful jeweled fish!  Lots of room for creativity!

Paper Plate Ladybugs

These paper plate ladybugs are a great painting project for kids of all ages. Kids will fine-tune their motor skills […]

Make a Ladybug Baseball Hat

Ladybug Baseball Hat

This cute ladybug hat is really easy to make, using a red hat and some fabric paint. Make one today!

Ladybug Painted Rocks

Paint rocks to turn them into the cutest ladybugs you’ve ever seen! The tutorial includes instructions for weatherproofing your ladybugs […]

Duct Tape Twirling Bee

Make a whimsical twirling bee using duct tape ‘fabric.’ Learn how easy it is to make your own twirling bee […]

Paper Bag Frog Puppet

Paper Bag Frog Puppet

April is National Frog Month and spring is the perfect time to talk about frogs with kids. Make this fun […]

Colorful CD Birds

Colorful CD Birds

Make beautiful birds with your kids using obsolete CDs or DVDs! A fun craft for spring, summer or any time […]

Yarn Pom Pom Chicks

Make super cute pom pom chicks from yarn. It’s an easy craft that’s fun for spring.

Craft Stick Flock of Sheep

Craft Stick Flock of Sheep

Sheep are adorable, no doubt about it! Making them from craft sticks is easy and fun.

Swirling Twirling Ladybugs

Swirling Twirling Ladybugs

These adorable ladybugs are made from different colors of construction paper and will swirl and twirl as the breeze pushes […]

Foam Cup Frog

Foam Cup Frog

Make an adorable frog from a foam cup. This craft is great fun for a forest or jungle unit.

Cardboard Tube Pig

Pigs are one of the best animals to make into a craft. They are simple, adorable, and don’t require a […]

Fun Handprint Koala Craft

If you are looking for a cute and easy craft to do with your kids, look no further than this […]

Cute Felt Cat Craft

Do you have a cat lover in your life? This adorable Felt Cat Craft is the perfect activity to enjoy […]

Felt Rabbit

We can’t wait to share this adorable Felt Rabbit Craft with you! Little baby rabbits always remind me of sunshine, […]

Pinecone Owls

These adorable little pinecone owls are a fun fall nature craft that kids will love. Great for their room or […]

Wearable Perfect Parakeet

These wrist parakeets are simple to make, require few supplies, and are adorable! Thanks to their sturdy pipe cleaner tethers, […]

Cereal Box Panda

Turn an empty cereal box into an adorable panda. This easy project is a lot of fun for young crafters.

Make Marshmallow Animals

Make Marshmallow Animals

Use sand molds and store bought marshmallows to create this adorable goldfish. It’s great for a pool party or trip […]

Cardboard Tube totem pole craft for kids

Cardboard Tube Totem Pole Craft

Turn a cardboard tube and construction paper into a cool totem pole, inspired by the totem poles of Alaska. For […]

Cardboard Tube Shark

Turn a cardboard tube into a jumping shark. This easy craft can be made as friendly or scary as you […]

School of Fish Sherbet

School of Fish Sherbet

This school of fish dessert is made from scoops of sherbet and candy toppings. It’s a fun treat for a […]

Ladybug Appetizers

Ladybug Appetizers

Make these adorable ladybugs as a party appetizer or fun after-school snack. They’re as tasty as they are cute! Great […]

Bat Flyout Scene in Ink

Use ink to capture the beauty of a bat flyout. Bats are such interesting and helpful creatures.

Standing Felt American Goldfinch

This adorable felt goldfinch stands on its own! This no-sew project is great for fans of backyard birds, as well […]

Monarch Caterpillar Craft

Don’t just do a butterfly craft- make the caterpillar form too! This easy monarch caterpillar project helps kids learn about […]

Paper Plate Mouse

Turn a paper plate and colorful paper into a cute mouse. This easy craft is a great accompaniment to ‘If […]

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