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Cardboard Tube Binoculars

Turn empty cardboard tubes into a pair of binoculars that are perfect for pretend play. Use them indoors or out. 

Sports Ball Ornaments

Sports Ball Ornaments

Great for Father’s Day or for that sporty kid in your life!

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 […]

Twig Arrows

Twig Arrows

Super cute project that would be perfect for an archery costume or Cupid costume. Also great for a Valentine’s Day […]

Ghost Windsock

Make a Ghost Windsock

Make a whole tree full of these Ghost Windsocks for Halloween fun. They’ll look great hanging at your house and […]

Penguin Painting

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

Farm Animal Windsocks

Farm Animal Windsocks

This cute windsock craft is perfect for little hands to practice painting, cutting, and gluing! There are instructions for a […]

Rainbow Button Wind Chime

Turn a rainbow of colorful buttons and recycled lids into this beautiful wind chime. It’s perfect for the garden, the […]

String Art Christmas Cards

String Art Christmas Cards

Create these cute and easy string art Christmas cards this year. Send them before the holidays or use them as […]

Pilgrim Napkin Rings

Pilgrim Napkin Rings

These cute Thanksgiving napkin rings are made to look like the outfits that pilgrims wore. They make a beautiful addition […]

Kiddie Car Wash

Kiddie Car Wash

Kids will love washing their cars and bikes, as well as themselves, in this cool kiddie car wash! Read on […]

Woven Milk Carton

Make a fun basket by weaving a milk carton. Simply weave yarn or string in between flaps you cut in […]

Twine Heart Garland

Twine Heart Garland

This beautiful heart garland can be hung for Valentine’s Day and left out for the rest of the year. All […]

Seashell Door Hanging

This beautiful seashell door hanging is a great way to display your favorite shells. It’s a fun project for the […]

Graduation Cap Card

Way To Go Grad Card Help your favorite grad celebrate his/her achievement by making this homemade card for graduation. It […]

Shibori T-Shirt

Turn a plain colored t-shirt into a unique piece of wearable art! Bleach and a string-wrapping technique create interesting patterns […]

Printable Canadian Maple Leaf Ornament

Celebrate your Canadian heritage this Christmas with this festive maple leaf ornament. Just print, cut, stuff, and hang it on […]

Halloween Spook Banner

Halloween Spook Banner

Make different monsters using paper to create this fun Halloween banner.

Sequined CD Fish

Sequined CD Fish

A fun way to use up those old CD’s and DVD’s you have lying around. Turn them into sparkly fish!

Paper Plate Dream Catcher

This paper plate dream catcher is so easy to make and uses supplies you most likely have on hand. Kids […]

Rainbow Dream Catcher

Dream catchers are fun to make and look so cool hanging on the wall. This version is simple for even […]

Embroidery Solar System

Embroidery Solar System

String together a whole solar system using string, glue and balloons.

Cardboard Tube Heart Mobile

Create a beautiful heart mobile to decorate for Valentine’s Day. It’s made from empty cardboard tubes!

Peanut People Drum Puppet

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

String Easter Eggs

Decorate for Easter with these pretty string Easter eggs. They’re easy to make and a lot of fun for kids.

Valentine’s Day Necklace

These bright, colorful necklaces are the perfect easy kids’ project for Valentine’s Day! They’re simple enough for toddlers, fun enough […]

Buzzing Bug Noisemaker

This neat noisemaker sounds like a buzzing bug. It’s easy to make using materials you likely have on hand.

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 […]

Egg Cup Christmas Tree Ornament

Egg Cup Christmas Tree Ornament Turn an empty egg carton in to a glittery Christmas tree ornament. Even the youngest […]

Rustic Winter Wreath

Create a rustic wreath for winter with this easy nature project. Pair it with a nature walk to gather the […]

Washer Snowman Ornament

These Washer Snowman ornaments are the perfect decorations to add to the tree. They make great gifts and are inexpensive to […]

Spider Nest Lanterns

Make Halloween bright (and spooky!) with these Spider Nest Lanterns. They start with 2-liter bottles.

Simple String Busy Bag

This simple string activity is easy to put together as a busy bag activity. It creates many open-ended play possibilities.

String Art Flower Cards

These pretty handmade cards are fun for kids (and adults!) to make. Wouldn’t they be cute for Mother’s Day?

Bark Vase

Use fallen tree bark to create a gorgeous vase that brings the outdoors in. Can you guess what other repurposed […]

Glittery Paper Christmas Ornaments

Glittery Paper Christmas Ornaments

These pretty ornaments are fun, easy to make, and use materials you might already have on hand, so you can […]

Christmas Tree String Art

Christmas Tree String Art

Follow the patterns to make this cute Christmas tree string art and a festive ornament. It takes a little patience, […]

Newspaper Necklace

Newspaper Necklace

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

Dragon Marionette Puppet

Dragon Marionette Puppet

Make this fun and functional dragon marionette puppet with just a couple of supplies and a printable. The tutorial has […]

String Art Monogram

String Art Monogram

Making string art letters is easier than it looks! A board, wire nails and brightly-colored thread make string art letters […]

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.

Poppers Christmas Decoration

Poppers Christmas Decoration

Turn a balloon and string into a cute Christmas decoration. Hang these poppers on the tree or give them as […]

Wearable Cardboard Box Car

Wearable Cardboard Box Car

Make a personalized, wearable car from a recycled cardboard box and basic craft items. This project is fun for Halloween […]

Acorn Face Necklace

Acorn Face Necklace

Put a smile on your child with this cute acorn face necklace. It’s a fun and adorable jewelry craft for […]

Medicine Cup Jellyfish

Medicine Cup Jellyfish

Turn a not-so-fun medicine cup into a very fun project with these jellyfish! They’re easy to make and perfect for a […]

Sharknado Paper Plate Mobile

Sharknado Paper Plate Mobile

Use paper plates and a free shark printable to make this mobile for your bedroom or classroom. Great for a […]

Recycled Plastic Lid Wind Chime

Recycled Plastic Lid Wind Chime

Have you been saving your plastic lids? Make this colorful wind chime to hang in your garden!

Sailor Knot Friendship Bracelet

One-Rope Sailor Knot Friendship Bracelet

Tie an attractive sailor knot friendship bracelet with only one rope.  A fun craft for preteens and teens.

Printable Monster Lacing Cards

Lacing cards are the perfect way for toddlers and preschoolers to develop find motor skills. This post provides you with […]

Surprisingly Eggy Easter Card

Surprisingly Eggy Easter Card

An easy to make, kids friendly Easter greeting card or Easter decoration

Buttoned Up Envelopes

Buttoned Up Envelopes

Make your own Buttoned Up envelopes with pretty button closures. Perfect for small handmade cards or gift cards. Free printable […]

Thread and Nail Art

Thread and Nail Art

Make this cute heart out of yarn, nails and scrap wood! A fun string art project the kids will love.

Rope Horse Craft

Rope Horse Craft

Make horses with rope, wire and string. The wire lets them stand up and bend any way you want them […]

Macrame Friendship Bracelet

Macrame Friendship Bracelet

With some string, chain and basic square knot tying technique, you can make a cool and easy friendship bracelet for […]

Duct Tape Heart Bunting

Duct Tape Heart Bunting

Create a sweetheart bunting from duct tape and baker’s twine! A fun way to dress up the foot of a […]

Mickey String Ornament

Mickey String Ornament

Add a little Disney magic to your tree by crafting this sparkling Mickey ornament. It also makes a fun decoration […]

Twine Snowmen

Twine Snowmen

When the weather outside is frightful, build a snowman indoors with balls of twine. With an assortment of sizes, you […]

Nail and String Christmas Tree

Nail and String Christmas Tree

Give your little one a tree of his or her own using adhesive wall hooks and yarn. It’s easy to […]

Twine Bracelet

Twine Bracelet

Take an old bracelet and upcycle it with twine! How to create a twine wrapped bracelet!

Felt Fishing Game

Felt Fishing Game

Make a fun fishing game out of felt, washers, and a magnet for hours of fun for your little one. […]

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