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Pirate Treasure Chest

This pirate treasure chest is made from recycled items and decorated with printables. Fill it with all sorts of goodies […]

Campfire Costume

Looking for an original Halloween costume idea? This clever campfire costume is very inexpensive to make and lights up for […]

Torn Newspaper Giraffe

Paint several pages of newspaper, then use them to create this cute giraffe. It’s a fun project that’s great for […]

Newspaper Party Hats

Newspaper Party Hats

Recycle newspaper into these fun party hats! A great craft for a girl’s birthday party or any time she wants […]

Torn Newspaper Lion

Paint newspaper and then tear it to make this friendly lion. This project is great for developing fine motor skills […]

Torn Newspaper Monkey

Make an adorable monkey out of painted and torn newspaper. It’s fun to do and a great recycling project.

Painted Newspaper Tiger

This painted newspaper tiger is fun for Chinese New Year, a Cub Scout meeting, or an animal-themed party. It’s inexpensive […]

Winter Paper Birds

Winter Paper Birds

This winter paper bird artwork is made using construction paper, newspaper and finger paint. It’s a fun craft for when […]

Craft Materials Name Art

Spell your name using art materials that start with each letter of your name. Every person’s finished product will be […]

Stuffed Newspaper Panda Bear

This stuffed newspaper panda craft is simple to make and so super cute. Tearing and crumpling the newspaper that is […]

Art Materials from A to Z

There are so many materials you can use for arts and crafts! Create an awesome collage of 26 art materials […]

Newspaper Math

Use the newspaper to create your own math review problems. This fun activity has a lot of hidden learning for […]

Paper Sunflowers

Paper Sunflowers

These pretty sunflowers are made from newspaper, coffee filters, and several items from your yard. What a perfect project for […]

Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle

Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle

This cute little turtle is made using cardboard tubes, paper mache, fabric and Mod Podge. It’s a fun project for […]

Newspaper Hat

It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own hat using newspaper. Decorate it with paint, ribbon, faux flowers, pipe cleaners, […]

Cereal Box and Newspaper Tree

Raid the recycling bin for cereal boxes and newspaper, then turn them into a beautiful tree. This fun craft costs […]

Row of Houses Collage

Usually, we use newspaper under the paper we’re painting, but with this unique collage craft featuring a row of colorful […]

Newspaper Shark

This fun recycling project uses newspaper to make a shark. It’s easy to do and each shark has his own […]

Holiday Found Poem

Challenge kids to create a poem from words cut from the newspaper, ransom-style! This one is Christmas themed, but this […]

Paint and Stuff Football

Paint and Stuff Football

These big paper footballs are made from recycled materials you probably have at home and are easy enough for even […]

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Discover how easy it is to make a pinata using paper mache. This cute fish pinata would be great for […]

Kid-Friendly Javelin

Kid-Friendly Javelin

Don’t recycle your newspaper and cardboard tubes just yet! Use them to make this easy, fun, and totally safe javelin, […]

Carpet Golf

Carpet Golf

Now the kids can play mini golf all year ‘round! Using items from around the house, create a fun course […]

Paper Bag Fireplace

Paper Bag Fireplace

This adorable craft will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The best part is you can take this […]

Milk Jug Ball Catcher

Milk Jug Ball Catcher

Make a simple homemade ball catcher using a milk jug. The kids will love it!

Peanut People Drum Puppet

Turn an empty bag, old newspaper, and plastic lids into Peanut People! Give these puppets a twist and they make […]

Harry Potter Sorting Hat

Create an awesome Sorting Hat just like the one from Harry Potter. This paper mache project is great fun for […]

Space Needle Science

This fun science experiment explores how towers such as the Space Needle can withstand strong winds and earthquakes. It’s a […]

Paper Mache Canopic Jars

Use empty Pringles containers to make Egyptian-inspired canopic jars. This educational craft is a great way for preteens and teens […]

Strawberry Piñata

Make your own strawberry piñata with just a few simple supplies. Because a strawberry is shaped like a balloon, it’s […]

Newspaper Necklace

Newspaper Necklace

Turn newspaper and colorful string into a unique necklace. Or, use them to make garlands, banners, tree ornaments and more.

Recycled Newspaper Pumpkins

Recycled Newspaper Pumpkins

Create festive fall decor with recycled newspapers and paint. This easy project is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Father's Day Newspaper Printable

Father’s Day Newspaper Printable

A Father’s Day newspaper is the perfect way to make Dad feel special. It’s sweet, simple and full of love.

Ice Cream Cone Pinata

Ice Cream Cone Pinata

Who wouldn’t want an ice cream cone pinata at their next party? It’s cute, filled with candy and not too […]

Twine Carrots

Twine Carrots

Turn newspaper, tape and twine into carrots to decorate the house for Easter. A fun project for school age kids […]

Newspaper Shirts

Newspaper Shirts

Rainy day? Here’s a fun idea to pass the time. Make a silly newspaper shirt!

Newspaper Basket

Newspaper Basket

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

Paper Beads

Paper Beads

Here’s a fun and easy way to make your own beads in exactly the color you want. Use plain or […]

Newpaper Sombrero

Newpaper Sombrero

Don’t recycle your newspaper just yet – save it to make these fun sombreros! This project requires some adult help […]

Paper Mache Bowls

Paper Mache Bowls

Learn how to make these decorative paper mache bowls! Paper mache is a classic favorite among kids and parents alike. […]

Flower Power Jewel Box

Flower Power Jewel Box

This adorable box is all girl with its flower motif and fun fur lining. A little papier mache, glue, and […]

Thanksgiving Turkey Table Craft

Thanksgiving Turkey Table Craft

This fun Thanksgiving turkey table craft comes with a free printable pattern and easy instructions. A fun way to dress […]

Papier Mache Pumpkin

Papier Mache Pumpkin

Make a papier mache pumpkin out of materials you probably have in your home. All you need is news paper, […]

Pumpkin Shadow Box

Pumpkin Shadow Box

This clever diorama was made from a foam pumpkin and a little spray paint. Place whatever you want, like this […]

Newspaper Pumpkin

Newspaper Pumpkin

This is a simple project that kids will love, perfect for the fall season. You’ll need a mini pumpkin, some […]

Parade Stick

Parade Stick

Now you can join in on the parade fun with these red, white and blue parade sticks. Show your patriotism […]

Newspaper Easter Bonnets

Newspaper Easter Bonnets

Make hats out of newspapers – quick and easy and fun! Ideal for “Easter Bonnet Day”.

Paper Pom Poms

Paper Pom Poms

Paper Pom Poms are super easy to make for any age. They make fun party decor, flowers, pretty packaging and […]

Paper Mache Jack-o-lantern Totes

Paper Mache Jack-o-lantern Totes

Jack-o-lantern candy totes for Halloween trick-or-treaters make with paper mache and paper clay. Paint them with acrylics with whatever faces […]

Trick or Treat Bags from the Recyclables

Trick or Treat Bags from the Recyclables

Creative Halloween trick or treat bags using supplies from your recycling bin plus a few extra craft supplies.

Haunted House Treat Boxes

Haunted House Treat Boxes

Milk cartons dressed up as haunted house treat boxes…another great recycling project!

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