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Pill Bottle Flower

Pill Bottle Flower

Learn how to turn an empty pill bottle into a flower. This clever recycling project is easy to customize to […]

Northern Lights Painting

Teach kids all about the captivating dancing waves of light known as the aurora borealis. Then try painting your own […]

Spring Rainbows

Spring Rainbows

Turn paper plates and coffee filters into bright, cheery rainbows for spring and St. Patrick’s Day! Use one simple painting […]

Gouache Strawberries

Paint a page of bright strawberries. If you’ve never tried gouache, there’s no better time to check it out.

Soda Bottle Cherry Blossoms

Soda Bottle Cherry Blossoms

Turn a 2 liter bottle and some craft paint into pretty cherry blossom art work. An easy craft for both […]

Finger Painting Pineapple

Finger painting isn’t just for toddlers! Older kids will enjoy the challenge of painting a pineapple using nothing but their […]

Mardi Gras Mini Float

Use your creativity to turn a miniature cereal box into a float inspired by Mardi Gras. It makes a fun […]

Cardboard Tube Heart Garland

Turn empty cardboard tubes into a beautiful garland of hearts, perfect for Valentine’s Day! This easy craft is a fun […]

Painting William Morris Tiles

Learn how to paint a flower design by British textile designer William Morris. His images were featured on tapestries and […]

With This Hand

Celebrate all the things you do with your hand with this project that combines art with writing (both things you […]

Family Chore Chart

Family Chore Chart

Organize your family using a family chore chart. Fill it with fun chores that the kids will want to do.

R is for Raincoat

Make this rainy day craft during a weather unit or when you’re stuck indoors on a rainy day. The raindrops […]

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 […]

Penguin Painting

This darling penguin painting is simple enough for toddlers and still lots of fun for older kids. The snow and […]

New Year’s Fireworks Painting

Create a sparkly and shiny painting for New Year’s! Just change out the numbers for whatever year is coming next.

Craft Stick Diversity Train

Craft Stick Diversity Train

This fun project uses photos of your family to create a fun craft stick train. Martin Luther King Jr. taught […]

Recycled Cardboard Box Penguin

This adorable penguin started as a cardboard box! Hang or prop up the finished penguin as a decoration, or use […]

Fun with Math: Winter Symme-trees

Have fun with math puns by making winter trees that are symmetric (symme-trees)!

Santa Gingerbread Man Wreath

Make your own Santa Gingerbread Man Wreath using butcher paper, styrofoam wreath, paint, and makeup. It’s lots of fun with […]

Winter Cardinal Painting

Learn how to paint beautiful cardinals in a winter scene. This project works well for school-age kids and teens.

Picasso-Inspired Santa

Use Pablo Picasso’s distinctive style as inspiration for this unique version of Santa! Kids will love the creative possibilities.

Yarn Santa Ornament

Turn yarn and a cardboard tube into a whimsical Santa ornament. It’s inexpensive to make and looks great hanging from […]

Bottle Cap Snowmen

Bottle Cap Snowmen

This cheery bottle cap snowmen brings smiles to dreary winter days. This fun activity that doesn’t require much more than […]

Puzzle Piece Ornaments – Kids Catching Snowflakes

Turn puzzle pieces into cute ornaments of kids catching snowflakes on their tongues. There are so many ways to personalize […]

Paper Plate Constellations

Learn more about the stars in the night sky with this paper plate constellation craft. Make one or work as […]

Clothespin Christmas Star Ornaments

These clothespin Christmas star ornaments are simple to make, yet beautiful and eye-catching. Make them for yourself or to give […]

Paper Plate Sesame Street: Count von Count

Turn a paper plate into Sesame Street’s Count von Count. This beloved Muppet is often overlooked in crafts, but he’s […]

Paper Plate Lattice Pie

Spend a fun day together baking a cherry pie and then crafting a paper plate version while the real thing […]

Painted Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle

Create your own puzzle art by painting wooden puzzles. Use your own design or try the downloadable templates. 

Wonky Faces, Inspired by Deb Weiers

Paint a wonky face in the distinctive style of Deb Weiers! It’s really fun and a great way to stretch […]

Zombie Mason Jars

Decorate for Halloween with these creative Zombie Mason Jars! They’re easy to do and lots of fun.

Paper Plate Football Fan

Turn a paper plate into a football fan for a football fan! Personalize this fun craft with your team colors […]

Colorful Ghouls from Cardboard Tubes

Colorful Ghouls from Cardboard Tubes

Cute and colorful ghouls made from painted cardboard tubes! A fun Halloween project for the kids.

Witch Spoon Puppet

Witch Spoon Puppet

Make this cute witch puppet from a wooden spoon and paint. Let your creativity go wild!

Lego Man Costume

Lego Minifig Costume

You’re never too old to play with Legos…or to dress up like a Lego minifig! This is a fun DIY […]

Footprint Flying Witch

Footprint Flying Witch

Using your child’s foot, some paint and paper scraps, you can make this adorable witch this Halloween!

Craft Stick Dracula and Skull

Turn craft sticks into an adorable skull or Dracula decoration for Halloween. It only takes a few easy steps. 

Hedgehog Painted Rocks

Turn rocks into the cutest hedgehogs! It’s easy to do in just a few simple steps.

Candy Corn Counting

Craft adorable paper plate candy corn game pieces and then watch as children have fun playing an educational counting game! […]

Handprint Pirates

Handprint Pirates

Make your own pirates using your handprint and some paint. It’s such a fun project!

California Sea Lion Watercolor

This beginner-level watercolor project starts with a crayon drawing. Follow the easy steps to paint your own California Sea Lion.

Coffee Filter Folklorico Dancer

Turn dyed coffee filters and construction paper into a beautiful folklorico dancer. This is the perfect craft to celebrate Mexican […]

Pastry Brush Puppets

Don’t throw away that old pastry brush or paintbrush! Turn it into a 2-sided puppet with tons of personality.

Having a fun pencil cup is a great way to encourage kids to head to the desk! This cute clown pencil cup is fun to make and looks so cute and cheerful!

Clown Pencil Cup

With kids headed back to school, parents are looking for fun ways to encourage them to do their homework. Having […]

Captain America T-Shirt

Captain America T-Shirt

Create this adorable Captain America T-shirt using a freezer paper stencil. It’s a fun way to dress up an old […]

Make Your Own Money Tree

If you ever wished that money grew on trees, this is the craft for you! The “dirt” is actually pennies […]

Clothespin Sunflower

Clothespin Sunflower

Make a fun sunflower using clothespins, a paint stir stick, a jar lid, and sunflower seeds. This is a neat […]

Bobby Pin Chevron Earrings

Bobby Pin Chevron Earrings

Teens love to be able to show off their crafty side by wearing their projects. These earrings are made from […]

Fall Trees

Cardboard Tube Fall Trees

Create beautiful fall trees using cardboard tubes. This craft is easy enough for even the little ones to do. 

Paper Plate Sunflower

Paper Plate Sunflower

Use a paper plate and yarn to weave a beautiful sunflower. This easy project is fun take on traditional weaving.

Paper Plate Beaver

Turn a paper plate into the world’s second largest rodent, the beaver. The tutorial includes fun facts about this interesting […]

Paper Plate Peacock

Paper Plate Peacock

Turn a paper plate into a majestic peacock! This simple project is inexpensive and a lot of fun.

Abstract Art Inspired by Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Create an abstract painting inspired by contemporary mixed media artist Julie Fei-Fan Balzer. It’s a fun way to stretch yourself […]

Pencil Door Hanger

Pencil Door Hanger

Use craft sticks to make this fun homework door sign. This craft is a great choice before the kids head […]

Painted Binder Paper T-Shirt

Make a notebook t-shirt to wear back-to-school or for the end of year. You can even use a Sharpie to […]

Salad Spinner Art

Use a salad spinner to make colorful spin art. This classic craft works well with any water-based paint. 

Paper Bag Pirate Puppet

Paper Bag Pirate Puppet

Arrrr! It’s time to make this cute paper bag pirate puppet and have your very own puppet show. Make this […]

Fingerpaint Watermelon Paper Plate Wreath

Turn two paper plates into a summery watermelon wreath. This fun project starts with fingerpainting and is great for all […]

Handprint Baseball Craft

Turn your handprint into a fun baseball and glove! It’s easy to do and a great way to watch a […]

Dinosaur Handprint Craft

A child’s handprint makes an adorable dinosaur craft. Pair this fun activity with books about dinosaurs for a themed day. 

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