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Pipe Cleaner Spiders

These spiders have so much personality! They look great hanging from picture frames, window sills, or anywhere else you can […]

Corn Dog Centipedes

Corn Dog Centipedes

Create these corn dog centipedes for a Halloween or bug themed party. Such a fun meal for little fingers to […]

Dragonflies

Easy Dragonfly Craft

This easy dragonfly bug craft is perfect for even the youngest of crafters. It’s simple, and kids will love flying […]

Recycled Bug Magnets

These bottle cap and cotton ball insects look so cheerful stuck to the fridge! The tutorial shows how to make a […]

Magnetic Flower Butterflies

Magnetic Flower Butterflies

Here’s an easy and inexpensive way to decorate with everyone’s favorite, butterflies. They’re fun and cute and the kids will […]

Firefly Suncatcher

This delightful tissue paper craft is inspired by Eric Carle’s story, “The Very Lonely Firefly.” Kids will love making this […]

Paper Plate Venus Flytrap

Paper Plate Venus Flytrap

Venus flytraps are so interesting! Learn more about them, then make this cool paper plate craft together.

Colorful Craft Stick Insects

Each of the seven insect crafts (bee, grasshopper, beetle, spider, snail, butterfly, and ladybug ) starts with a basic popsicle […]

Firefly Art

Firefly Art

Fireflies are such interesting insects! Summer is the perfect time to make a fun firefly craft and it’s a great […]

Cardboard Tube Firefly

Turn a cardboard tube into a firefly! This fun project is a neat way to learn more about this very […]

Recycled Ladybug Jar

This adorable ladybug jar is a great recycling project for kids. Use this cutie to hold school supplies, small toys, […]

Recycled Plastic Egg Bugs

Recycled Plastic Egg Bugs

Give those plastic Easter eggs a second life as these cute and colorful bugs. There are so many possibilities with […]

Construction Paper Ladybug

This adorable ladybug is made with construction paper. It’s so fun to do that you’ll be brainstorming other animals to […]

Paper Plate Bumble Bee

Paper Plate Bumble Bee

This cheerful Paper Plate Bumble Bee will make everybody smile. It’s fun and easy to do.

Bee-Themed Number Matching Game

Bee-Themed Number Matching Game

Transform pipe cleaners, googly eyes, clothespins and a few other basic craft materials into adorable bees. Use the bees to […]

Ladybug Apples

Ladybug Apples

Three simple ingredients come together to make these adorable, edible ladybugs. This is a fun project to pair with a […]

Clay Pot Bee

Clay Pot Bee

This terra cotta pot bee is such a fun craft for kids. It’s so bright and cheery, perfect for spring. 

Paper Plate Ladybug

Use paper plates to create these adorable ladybugs. It’s a fun and easy spring craft for kids.

Cheesy Bee Appetizers

Cheesy Bee Appetizers

These cheesy bee appetizers are almost too cute to eat! Not only are they adorable, but they are healthy and […]

Sponge Butterflies

Sponge Butterfly Magnets

Turn plain kitchen sponges into adorable butterfly refrigerator magnets. This clever craft is a fun way to celebrate the season.

Dotty Butterfly

Dotty Butterfly

Celebrate spring with these colorful dotty butterflies. They’re made from easy-to-use items like paper plates, chenille stems, and pom poms.

M&M's Butterflies

M&M’s Butterflies

These sweet butterflies are so easy to make using chocolate and candy to create colorful combinations. You may never guess […]

Snack Cake Stingers

Snack Cake Stingers

Turn Twinkies into bumble bees for a fun treat. Modeling chocolate makes this edible craft easy to do.

Cardboard Tube and Handprint Ladybug

Welcome spring with this adorable ladybug craft. It’s made from a cardboard tube and a child’s handprints.

Paper Plate Ladybug

Create a colorful paper plate ladybug from tissue paper and construction paper. It’s easy and lots of fun!

Butterfly Fruit Pizza

Butterfly Fruit Pizza

Decorate a fruit pizza to look like a butterfly to celebrate Earth Day, spring, summer, or birthday. Send the whole […]

Paper Quilled Butterflies

Paper Quilled Butterflies

Create beautiful quilled butterflies using narrow strips of paper. Then turn the completed butterflies into earrings, hair accessories, or card […]

Melted Crayon Butterfly Window Hanger

Melted Crayon Butterfly

Recycle those old bits and pieces of crayon into beautiful butterflies. Make it simple or as complex as the ability […]

Valentine Bug Cupcakes

Valentine Bug Cupcakes

Decorate plain cupcakes with candy bugs for a playful dessert or classroom treat. This tutorial features three fun ideas for […]

Bumble Bee Corn Dog

Bumble Bee Corn Dog

Kids will have fun making this friendly corn dog bee. What a fun way to say “Bee Mine” on Valentine’s […]

Chocolate Love Bug Valentine

Chocolate Love Bug Valentine

This Love Bug covering a heart-shaped box of chocolates is a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for friends or family. The tutorial […]

Roach Infested Popcorn

Roach Infested Popcorn

White chocolate popcorn is infested with milk chocolate roaches. This gross (but fun!) treat is great for a Halloween or […]

Very Hungry Caterpillar

Very Hungry Caterpillar

Fun for kids to make and eat! This is a quick and easy on-the-go snack, great for packing in a […]

Chicken and Chips Butterfly

Chicken and Chips Butterfly

Who could resist this adorable little butterfly? Especially since it’s edible! Now it’s okay to play with your food!

Rice Krispy Spiders

Rice Krispie Treat Spiders

Yummy edible spiders made from crisp rice cereal and marshmallows. A fun Halloween treat.

Glittery Spiderweb & Pompom Spider

Glittery Spiderweb and Pom Pom Spider

Make this glittery spiderweb to get your home all ready for Halloween! A fun craft the kids will love to […]

Oreo Bumblebee

This Oreo treat is as cute as can BEE! Turn Oreos into adorable bumblebees using simple store-bought items.

Ladybug Apple Snacks

Ladybug Apple Snacks

Make a cute ladybug with healthy snack ingredients. Turn your raisins, apples and peanut butter into the cutest bugs of […]

Very Hungry Caterpillar Meal

Very Hungry Caterpillar Meal

Make mealtime extra fun with this cute plate based on Eric Carle’s Very Hungry Caterpillar! Read the book together, then […]

Dragonfly and Damselfly Garden Stakes

Decorate houseplants or the garden with whimsical dragonflies and damselflies! These shimmery craft stick critters add such a fun touch […]

Babybel Cheese Ladybug

Babybel Cheese Ladybug

This Babybel cheese ladybug is a healthy and tasty snack that is so incredibly cute! Very easy to make. Requires […]

Bottle Cap Lady Bug

Bottle Cap Lady Bug

This project is not only fun but is also a good way for kids to repurpose bottle caps that may […]

Butterfly Sun Catchers

These bright butterfly sun catchers get their vivid colors from recycled plastic packaging, clear glue and some water-based markers. This […]

Kix Caterpillars

Kix Caterpillars

Sure, you can have ants on a log. But wouldn’t you rather have adorable, smiling caterpillars crawling across your peanut […]

Thumbprint Fireflies

Thumbprint Fireflies

Make a jar full of fireflies using your thumbprints! A cute summertime paper painting project the kids will love.

Butterfly Sandwich

Butterfly Sandwich

Kids will have fun making and eating these cute butterfly sandwiches. Follow the recipe or make your own creative substitutions!

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 […]

Queen Bee

This whimsical queen bee is a lot of fun to make. It’s a fun option when you’re searching for a […]

Ladybug Bug Jar

Ladybug Bug Jar

This adorable ladybug bug jar is the perfect spring craft for kids. Not only does it give new life to […]

Egg Carton Ladybugs

Egg Carton Ladybugs

Make cute ladybugs from empty egg cartons. Just grab some paint and get started with this fun craft!

Butterfly Hair Bow

These butterfly hair bows are so simple to make with fabric scraps. Girls of all ages will love wearing these […]

Homemade Family Bumble Bee Costumes

Create a family of honeybees for Halloween with this easy and inexpensive costume idea. It’s great fun to wear!

Egg Carton Caterpillars

Egg Carton Caterpillar

Friendly caterpillars made from Styrofoam eggs cups and filled with jingle bells – a homemade rattle for little hands! Adults […]

Magnetic Dragonfly Clip

Magnetic Dragonfly Clip

Make a colorful dragonfly clip that’s cute as can be. It’s perfect for holding artwork or notes on the fridge […]

Paper Monarch Butterfly Craft

Did you know there are 7 states that have named the monarch butterfly as their state insect? Create a whimsical […]

Sturdy Rock Paper Weights

Sturdy Rock Paper Weights

Charming rock bugs with keep a watchful eye over your important papers. An easy craft that sends the kids on […]

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.

Spring Bug Cupcakes

Do you have kids who are crazy about flying bugs? These sweet treats are made from their favorite candies. One […]

Paper Butterfly Sanctuary

Paper Butterfly Sanctuary

Spring has sprung! Celebrate the warmer weather with a roomful of cheery paper butterflies.

Caterpillar Picture Frame

Caterpillar Picture Frame

This friendly caterpillar holds pictures of familiar faces. You’re sure to get lots of smiles with this cheery decoration – […]

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