Create a pretty winter banner featuring the sheet music to Let it Snow. This idea isn’t limited to winter – […]
“Art Rocks” Guitars
If you believe that “Art Rocks!” then try this awesome guitar project. There’s so much room for creativity as children […]
Cardboard Tube Elvis
Turn a cardboard tube into the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley. This fun craft is sure to make […]
Pop Rocks Valentine
Anyone would love to hear “You rock, Valentine!” Pop Rocks are such a fun treat that this valentine is sure […]
Coffee Can Drum
Coffee Can Drum Kids love music and banging on pots, pans, and plastic containers. Combine their creativity with their musical […]
Perler Bead Guitar
This cool guitar is easy to make using Perler Beads. It’s a fun project to accompany a study of music.
Treble Clef Ring
This playful treble clef ring is so fun for a young musician to make for herself and her friends. This […]
Candy Guitar Gift Idea
Here’s a unique Father’s Day gift idea that you can make – a guitar shaped candy arrangement! It’s great fun […]
Music Notes Cookie Platter
This platter of cookies is the perfect dessert for a music-inspired party, recital, or concert. They’re equally fun for whenever […]
Paper Plate Tambourines
These easy paper plate tambourines have a touch of glamour with a stained glass heart-cut out. It’s an easy Valentine’s […]
Jingle Bell Hand Kite
Waldorf Hand Kites are a simple homemade toy and a playroom staple. Make sweet Jingle Bell Hand Kites for all […]
Recycled Box Guitar
Make a guitar (or bango, violin, etc.) out of recycled cracker boxes and cardboard tubes. Your preschooler can help put […]
Bottle Cap Tambourine
Making musical instruments is always fun! Using recycled bottle caps and paper plates, you can make your own tambourine.
Recycled Maracas
Plastic drink containers are turned into musical instruments! Strike up a beat with these shakers.
Abstract Planet Collage
Here’s an activity that brings together art, science, music, and creativity. Your kids will love making abstract paintings and turning […]
Cardboard Tube Chili Pepper Maracas
Turn recycled cardboard tubes into these adorable maracas, perfect for Cinco de Mayo! They are fun, easy, and inexpensive with […]
How to Draw a Jukebox
Follow the simple steps to draw a jukebox, then color it however you like. This easy drawing project is lots […]
Paper Plate Banjo
Colorful paper plates, a paint stir stick and rubber bands make up this fun banjo that kids will love strumming […]
Musical Horn Wind Chime
Transform a thrift-store horn into an eye-catching wind chime. This kid-friendly project has so much room for creativity.
Quilled Love Card
This quilled love card is appropriate for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any time you want to send your love. […]
Water Glass Xylophone
Learn all about the science of sound through this fun musical activity. It’s easy to do using materials you already […]
Musical Shakers
Music stimulates cognitive development… and so does crafting! This project includes both, as children build and then play their own instruments.
Finger Cymbals
Finger Cymbals Don’t throw away those juice can lids! Make fun and musical finger cymbals! What You Need 2 juice […]
Packing Tape Drum Set
Make a cute drum that sounds pretty good when played. It starts with an empty coffee can and packing tape.
Cup Noisemaker
This noisemaker made from recycled cups is fun for kids of all ages. It’s an easy way to make birthdays […]
Fabric MP3 Case
Make a fashionable fabric holder for your MP3 player that goes right over your belt, backpack strap, or other loop. […]
God Bless America Frame
Show your love of the USA with this beautiful patriotic frame. It is very easy to make and is a […]
Recycled Bottle Xylophone
Add water to empty plastic bottles to make a xylophone that really works! As you make it, talk about the […]
Plastic Spoon Maracas
Plastic Spoon Maracas are easy for kids to make and play. Everyone in the class or at the party can […]
Cardboard Ukulele
Use this cool ukulele as party decor for your next luau! Fun and easy to make.
Animal’s Music Making Bracelet
Get loud like Animal, the Muppet drummer and rock & roll icon! These bracelets let Animal fans make music everywhere […]
Jingle Bell Toy
Make your own instruments with some sticks, fabric scraps, and jingle bells!
Bubble Wrap Print Corn Shakers
Making bubble wrap print corn shakers is great for sensory and fine-motor development! This adorable craft is great for fall […]
Oatmeal Container Drum
Turn an ordinary oatmeal container into a functional drum that doubles as a snack carrier! Felt help control the sound, […]
Musical Bracelet
It is shown how to make a bracelet, that can be played by a music box. A challenging project for […]
Craft Stick Kazoo
Gather craft sticks, rubber bands, construction paper, tape and scissors. Now follow the simple instructions to make a kazoo that […]
Guitar Craft
Turn an empty cereal box and some pipe cleaners into a fun guitar. Your little one will have lots of […]
Matchbox Guitar
Turn a matchbox and popsicle stick into an awesome guitar. If you have a rockin’ dad in your life, this […]
Foam Mariachi Guitar
Craft foam has so many possibilities. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by making and decorating this fun mariachi guitar. A fun […]
Cardboard Guitar
Transform an old cardboard box, a plastic container and some rubber bands into a totally awesome guitar! Great for hours […]
Bell Shaker
Treasures from a nature hunt can be turned into neat bell shakers. Collect sticks and acorn caps to make your […]
Homemade Drum
Recycle a cardboard oatmeal container and turn it into a drum with just a few items from around the house. […]
Bottle Cap Tambourine
This homemade tambourine is perfect for singing around the campfire! Kids will have fun crafting musical instruments that they can […]
Hand On Chicken
Get up and dance on May 14…National Chicken Dance Day! Toddlers will love making handprint chickens to dance around with!
Paper Bag Maracas for Kids
Make these paper bag maracas or noise makers in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, or decorate differently to use any time […]
Magic Flute
Here’s an easy and cheap way to keep your little musicians amused. We’ve turned regular drinking straws into magical flutes […]
Rainbow Xylophone
This rainbow xylophone is a cheap and easy craft for a day of play! Your little ones will love making […]
Cardboard Guitars
Strum up a good time with our cardboard guitars. This is a fun recycling project made from cardboard, rubber bands […]
Noisemakers
Colorful noisemakers with bring fun to your New Year’s day party or any child’s party. The kids will take home […]
New Year’s Pot Bangers
Round up the band, drag out Mom’s pots and pans, and make lots of noise with your personalized pot bangers! […]
Noisemaker Shakers
Shake! Shake! Shake! in the new year with these colorful spool noisemakers! A fun family project that kids of all […]
Guitar Pick Necklace
Here’s a fun project for teens and preteens that love to rock! Make some guitar pick necklaces today.
Cardboard Box Guitars
Boredom Buster — create guitars out of cardboard boxes, take “rock star” pictures and have your own concert in the […]
Xylophone Windchime
Bright colors and memorable tones make this a nice gift for someone of almost any age and interest.