Ball and cup toys are so popular right now. Make your own version using empty cardboard tubes decorated with your […]
Quick and Easy Recycled Cat Toys
Anyone who loves their furry felines loves seeing them run and jump around with their toys! But there’s no need […]
Lego Chess
Need to do something with all of those mismatched Legos? Turn all of those random Legos into an awesome chess […]
Toy Camera
Turn empty boxes, spools and tubes into adorable toy cameras! A fun gift box for photography enthusiasts or a great […]
Egg Carton Caterpillar
Friendly caterpillars made from Styrofoam eggs cups and filled with jingle bells – a homemade rattle for little hands! Adults […]
Cone and Ball Clown Game
Cone and Ball Clown Game This clown-themed game is a lot of fun! Give it a try! What you need: […]
Clothespin Button Racers
Racecars made from everyday household items. Boys and girls can challenge each other to show who can build the fastest […]
Button and Twine Buzz Saw Toy
This simple craft has been around for hundreds of years. It’s fun to try and mastering it takes some practice.
Bob Ross Dancing Toy
Turn an old fashioned wooden collapsing/dancing toy into a magnificent Dancing Bob Ross! He’s sure to put a smile on […]
PVC Toy Bow and Arrow Set
Use PVC pipe, a pool noodle, and string to make this toy bow. The tutorial includes instructions for making the […]
Wooden Spoon Shark Toy
Use a wooden spoon to make a cute shark toy that actually bites! The fish is made from a sock.
Recycled Puppet Doll
Turn recycled items into a dancing puppet doll! This handmade toy is great fun, with so much room for creativity.
Ribbon Spool Speller
Use old ribbon spools to make a spelling game! It’s a fun way to practice spelling or to increase vocabulary.
Mini Magnetic Blocks
Make your own mini magnetic blocks. It’s easy to do and they are great for counting, sorting, measuring, and creating […]
Kendama Valentine
Transform a sucker, two chocolate kisses, aluminum foil and bakers twine into a Kendama, perfect for a classroom valentine’s exchange. […]
Cardboard Town
Turn a cardboard box into a fun and colorful town toy for kids. It takes some time and an adult […]
Rubber Band Car
Turn a paper towel tube and some rubber bands into an awesome car to race with friends! It’s so much […]
Sno-Cone Kendama
Make a classic kendama (ball and cup toy) with a cool sno-cone themed twist. What a fun summer activity!
Paper Cup Telephone
Here’s a fun take on a classic telephone craft. It’s a lot of fun and a great way to introduce […]
Cardboard Gem Puzzle
Make a fun shape-sorting puzzle out of cardboard. Adults will need to do the cutting, but kids can help with assembly and […]
Recycled Toy Storage Bin
Turn two grocery bags into a cute toy storage bin. It’s easy to do and a great way to reuse […]
Maze Valentine Printable
Here’s a fun, candy-free valentine idea for kids to make and give. It’s easy to do using the printable.
Wooden Sled Toy
Use craft sticks to make an adorable sled toy! This quick project is a lot of fun when you’re stuck […]
Peek-a-Boo Squirrel Puppet
Kids will love creating this adorable Peek-A-Boo Squirrel Puppet to play with during the fall and winter months!
How to Draw a Rubik’s Cube
Learn how to draw that iconic toy, a Rubik’s Cube. It’s easy to do!
T-Shirt Rope Bone
Use old t-shirts to make a new toy for your pup! All you need are t-shirts, a pair of scissors, […]
Fable of the Day Refrigerator Magnets
Make these cute felt characters to illustrate various Aesop’s fables and their morals. Shown: The Milkmaid and her Pail. Moral: […]
My Buddy
Have a blast making an “exact” replica of your kid using fabric, fabric markers and old clothes. Kids of all […]
Tennis Ball Dog Toy
If your family has a dog, this craft is perfect! Get ready for hours of chewing, fetching, and tugging fun […]
DIY Kaleidoscope
A kaleidoscope can seem magical as the patterned colors change before your eyes. It is actually quite easy to make […]
Catnip Fish Toy
Do you have a Cat? How about making these cute catnip fish for them! Your kids will love helping and […]
Cork Snake
Make use of old corks or grab a bag of them from the craft store for this fun animal craft. […]
Toddler-Sized Moby Wrap
Kid’s size Moby wrap made from a recycled t-shirt. This is a fun project for very little expense. Children can […]
Glitter Playdough
Take this classic toy to a whole new level by adding sparkling glitter to the mix! This playdough recipe is […]
Miniature Table for Two
Turn plastic spoons and other recyclable items from around the house into a miniature table and chairs, perfect for a […]
Felt Tools
Soft felt tools make the perfect toy for your baby or toddler. They also make special gifts for your favorite […]
Mini Car Mat
These mini car mats are great to take along in the car or on the plane. Make your own using […]
Shaving Cream Car Wash
A fun frugal way to spend a sunny afternoon …line up cars for a quick trip through the car wash! […]
Ice Cream Cones for your Dolls
Host an ice cream party for your dolls! Easy tutorial for making American Girl doll sized ice cream cones using […]
Footprint Fire Truck
Giggles will abound when kids paint their feet to make these footprint fire trucks. Makes a fun party activity!
Emotional Stress Ball Balloons
Teach your child about emotions with these flour filled balloons with different facial expressions drawn on each one. They have […]
Cat Pocket Pal
Your youngsters will always have a friend nearby with one of these cat pals in their pocket or back pack. […]
Soda Bottle Tractor
Made entirely from recycles materials, this soda bottle tractor will run surprisingly fast down the driveway or sidewalk. Hours of […]
Bunny Finger Puppets
These adorable felt bunny finger puppets are the perfect size for tucking into Easter baskets. Beginner sewing skills are needed […]
No Sew Doll Dresses
Easy to make doll dresses and tops for all doll sizes. No sew and perfect for upcycling clothes your kids […]
Barbie Box House
Endless hours are spent playing with Barbie dolls so why not build them a dream house using recycled cardboard boxes […]
Easter Diorama
Make these Easter dioramas by creating tiny scenes from pictures cut from magazines or postcards and assembling them in recycled […]
Beanbag Chickens
Cute and easy juggling chooks! Made from fabric scraps, this is the perfect project for a beginner in sewing.
Cardboard Parking Deck
Made from recycled cardboard, simply cut out the shapes, paint them and glue them together – voila! A fun frugal […]
Homemade Slot Sorter Toy
An empty oatmeal container and milk caps is all you need to make this simple toy for your toddler. Perfect […]
“I’ve Got My Eye On You” Valentine
These valentines provide an exploring good time. This year exchange the sugary valentines for our mini magnifying glass valentines and […]
Fun with a Marble Run
We’ve created yet another fun project to build out of cardboard tubes. Kids will have hours of fun racing marbles […]
A-Maze-ing Marble Mazes
Miniature marble mazes made from repurposed cardboard boxes and drinking straws. A fun weekend project to get the kids together […]
Easy Rag Teddy Bear
Our rag teddy bear is made from 100% recycled materials. A simple sewing craft that turns t-shirts and sweaters into […]
Crazy Clown Game
Teach kids their colors with this fun clown game. Roll the colorful paper dice and then place the clown’s head […]
Homemade Finger Paint
A great rainy or snowy day project to have some messy fun! Made from pantry items, even the youngest can […]
Peek A Boo Toy Sack
Our peek a boo sacks are the perfect answer to keeping the toys picked up and at the same time […]
Story Theater on Sticks
The sky isn’t even the limit with our traveling story theater. With a handful of picture sticks and a background […]
A Rollicking Rocket
Recycle a cardboard box into a rocket ship that any alien would be proud of. Using cardboard, paint and other […]
Wild for You, Valentine
Wild animals bring friendly Valentine’s Day messages. Boys and girls will go wild and crazy over these valentines.