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Colorful Glue Sun Catcher

Colorful Glue Sun Catcher

You’ll need to plan ahead for this one because of drying time, but the process is so fun it’s worth […]

Paper Bag Reindeer Puppet

Learn how to make this festive Paper Bag Reindeer Puppet craft and enjoy creating new family traditions with your children.

Grinch Paper Bag Puppet

Get in the holiday mood with this super simple Grinch Paper Bag Puppet. Your kids will love getting hands on to create […]

Elf Paper Bag Puppet

The holidays are coming and it’s time to get festive! Your kids will love crafting this super simple Elf Paper Bag […]

Natural Nest

Paper Bag Nest

A paper bag, glue, and twigs are the only things you need to make this fun, natural nest. Fill it […]

Polar Bear Watercolor

Follow the step-by-step directions to create a black glue watercolor painting of a polar bear. This faux stained glass is […]

Captain America Papercraft

Make a paper version of Captain America! The template makes it really easy to do. 

“I’m Stuck on You” Teacher Appreciation Gift

“I’m Stuck on You” Teacher Appreciation Gift

Show your favorite teacher some love with this simple teacher appreciation gift that’s useful and personal at the same time! […]

Colorful Glue Suncatchers

Colorful Glue Suncatchers

Create beautiful and colorful suncatchers using white glue and food color. Fun for all ages and great to look at!

Chalk Pastel Sunflowers

Create gorgeous sunflowers inspired by the artwork of Van Gogh. Even young artists can use the technique to make something […]

Umbrella with Raindrops

Umbrella with Raindrops

Spend your rainy day making this adorable umbrella craft, complete with glue raindrops! All you need is construction paper, scissors […]

Little Wooden Angel Ornament

Little Wooden Angel Ornament

This adorable little angel ornament is very easy to make, particularly if you use a Sharpie marker for the facial […]

Stained Glue Snowflake Ornaments

Stained Glue Snowflake Ornaments

These stained glue snowflakes are so pretty and yet very simple to make. When you are done, hang these elegant […]

Kandinsky Circle Art

Teach kids about abstract art with this fun project, inspired by the work of Wassily Kandinsky. You need just colored […]

Foil Drawings

Foil Drawings

Reminiscent of old tin ceiling tiles, this craft turns cardboard, glue and tin foil into beautiful works of art. A […]

Funny Photo Booth Props

Funny Photo Booth Props

For some festive photo booth fun, cut out various props, like hats, mustaches, masks, and bowties with a cutting tool […]

Lightsaber Bookmarks

Turn craft sticks into a fun Star Wars themed craft. Use these glittery lightsabers as bookmarks or reading pointers for […]

Crunchy Slime

Learn how to make crunchy slime with this easy recipe for kids. No borax needed! We use small beads for […]

Glue-Resist Sunflower

This colorful sunflower starts with ordinary glue. Once it’s dry, color it in with pastels and display it throughout fall.

Salt Dough Ice Cream Sundae

Create a realistic ice cream sundae that looks good enough to eat! This non-edible craft is made with salt dough […]

Animal Print Cards

Don’t throw out old makeup – use it for crafts! This tutorial shows how to make giraffe and zebra print […]

Fake Spill for April Fool’s Day

Create a fake cereal spill to fool someone on April 1st. This project takes time to dry, so start it […]

Torn Paper Heart Art

Create beautiful heart art for Valentine’s Day with just construction paper and glue. This easy project is lots of fun […]

Beaded Christmas Tree Sun Catcher

Beaded Christmas Tree Sun Catcher Sun catchers are always popular with the kids! This is a great weekend project, or […]

Glue Snowman

This adorable snowman is so easy to make using just glue and pom poms! Be sure to allow plenty of drying time.

Surprise Slime

This Surprise Slime is embedded with plenty of embellishments like pom poms, glitter and beads! It’s great fun for little […]

Glue-Resist Dinosaur

The dried glue used to make this dinsoaur resists paint and produces a really cool effect. Freehand the skeleton or […]

Rainbow Neon Slime

Make neon rainbow slime with just three simple household ingredients. Kids will love exploring the properties of this fun substance.

Glue-Resist Cursive Name Art

Glue-Resist Cursive Name Art

Use ordinary school glue for this fun glue-resist project. Make your name or just create decorative shapes or patterns.

Glitter Glue Spider Webs

Glitter Glue Spider Webs

Create your own spider webs with glitter glue! It’s so easy to do, kid-friendly and looks fantastic.

Minecraft Bag

Minecraft Bag

Know a Minecraft lover? This fun and simple Minecraft Bag is a great way to carry toys, school supplies, and […]

String Easter Eggs

String Easter Eggs

These String Easter Eggs are fun little Easter crafts to do with kids. Use them as Easter decorations when you’re done.

Collage Photo Frame

Collage Photo Frame

This simple Collage Photo Frame is a fun and easy rainy day craft for kids of all ages! It’s a […]

Salt Art

Salt Art

Let imaginations run wild with this fun and easy art project. The artwork won’t last, so be sure to take […]

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Sewer Slime

Homemade Slime

Mix a few simple ingredients and create your own slime. It’s easy, fun, and a great party favor, especially for […]

Flubber

Flubber

Make squishy flubber with warm water, glue and Borax. Encourage your kids’ cognitive development while having fun at the same […]

Glitter Sand Tape Resist

Glitter and Sand Tape Resist

Use tape to create letters, patterns or designs, then cover the tape with glitter or craft sand.  Kids love revealing […]

Monogrammed Button Bracelet

Monogrammed Button Bracelet

Make a button bracelet for yourself or as a gift, customizing the button colors and the monogram to suit the recipient. […]

Tie Dye Art

This fun summer craft uses canvas, glue, and dye and can be customized with any colors of design.  It’s a […]

Printable Playscale Seed Packets

Print and assemble your own miniature seed packets. Each of the plants featured has seeds small enough to fit into […]

Glue and Water Color Easter Animals

Glue and Water Color Easter Animals

Create adorable Easter wrap with glue and water color paints. It is simple and fun.

Rainbow Mobile

Rainbow Mobile

Create a decorative mobile with glue and watercolor paints for St. Patrick’s Day!

Newspaper Basket

Newspaper Basket

Weave a surprisingly sturdy basket out of nothing but newspaper and a little bit of glue. A great project for […]

Valentine Mailbox

Valentine Mailbox

Make this fun sparkly mailbox with your kids to store their Valentines!

Santa Slime

Santa Slime

Slime is so fun and adding a holiday scent and theme really captivates kids. Stretch, pull, squeeze, make it ooze, […]

Split Pea Wreath Pin

Split Pea Wreath Pin

This clever pin is made from split peas! A fun craft to make for everyone on your gift list.

Glass Marble Ornaments

Glass Marble Ornaments

Images glued between two glass disks make personalized Christmas ornaments so easy to create. Even young hands can handle most […]

Glow in the Dark Glitter Webs

Glow in the Dark Glitter Webs

Create these fun glow in the dark glitter spider webs that you can admire even when the lights go out. […]

Glue and Watercolor Jack o'Lantern

Glue and Watercolor Jack o’Lantern

Amazing creations with GLUE and Watercolor Paints. Fun for the whole family to do together to create decorations or gift […]

Glitter Spider Web Art

Glitter Spider Web Art

Make this fun glittery spider web for Halloween. A great craft you can make with construction paper and glitter.

Gluey Ghost

Gluey Ghost

For Halloween this year make these eerie ghosts from yarn and white glue. They are super easy, inexpensive, and fun […]

Sparkle Bottles

Sparkle Bottles

Turn glue and glitter into a visually mesmerizing project. Even the most rambunctious boys will get a kick out of […]

Glow-in-the-Dark Slime

Glow-in-the-Dark Slime

Whether you call it slime, gak, or putty, this glow-in-the-dark slime recipe is a fun activity for kids that will […]

Monsters Inc Inspired Slime

Monsters Inc Inspired Slime

Let your kids enjoy some sensory fun as they create monsters and watch the slime ooze. A fun science project […]

Stained Glue Hearts

Stained Glue Hearts

Stained Glue Hearts look like stained glass, but they are actually made with string and glue! This inexpensive craft is […]

Turkey Headdress

Turkey Headdress

This adorable turkey headdress is made from construction paper and your child will love wearing it on their head for […]

Snowy Balloon Ornaments

Snowy Balloon Ornaments

These beautiful winter or Christmas ornaments look gorgeous hanging from glittery branches in a vase. A fun project for children […]

Fall Snow Globe

Fall Snow Globe

The kids will love making this snow globe for autumn. Construction paper and a plastic plate are your supplies and […]

Splat Bugs

Splat Bugs

Make splat bugs with glue, googly eyes and sequins with your kids. They’ll have fun creating their very own buggy […]

Froot Loop Art Projects

Froot Loop Art Projects

If you take Froot Loops and use a food processor to make a fine crumb, you can create fabulous Froot […]

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