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Emotional Stress Ball Balloons

Emotional Stress Ball Balloons

Teach your child about emotions with these flour filled balloons with different facial expressions drawn on each one. They have […]

Wild for You, Valentine

Wild for You, Valentine

Kids will go wild over these fun animal-themed, candy free valentines. The printable includes Valentine’s Day messages featuring a camel, […]

Fable of the Day Refrigerator Magnets

Fable of the Day Refrigerator Magnets

Make cute felt characters to illustrate various Aesop’s fables and their morals. This one is The Milkmaid and her Pail; […]

Snow Cone Kendama

Sno-Cone Kendama

Make a classic kendama (ball and cup toy) with a cool sno-cone themed twist. What a fun summer activity!

Imposter Plushie

Follow the step-by-step tutorial to make your very own Among Us imposter plush. This is such a fun project if […]

Stuffed Sock Monkey

Make a colorful sock monkey that your kids will fall in love with at first sight. They make great gifts.

Make a Kaleidoscope

Make a Kaleidoscope

Make your very own kaleidoscope using a recycled cardboard tube, construction paper, see through beads and a few other materials. […]

Marshmallow Shooters

Marshmallow Shooters

Guaranteed fun, these shooters are easily assembled from PVC pipe. Challenge your friends and family to see who can shoot […]

Origami Paper Spinner

Fold a square of paper into a fun spinner. Experiment with making them in different sizes and spinning them with […]

A-Maze-ing Marble Mazes

A-Maze-ing Marble Mazes

These miniature marble mazes are made from repurposed cardboard boxes and drinking straws. This is such a fun project that […]

A Rollicking Rocket

A Rollicking Rocket

Transform a cardboard box into a rocket ship that any alien would be proud of. Use cardboard, paint and other […]

Maze Valentine Printable

Maze Valentine Printable

These a”maze”ing valentines are a fun, candy-free idea for kids to make and give. It’s easy to do using the […]

Tails for Dress Up

Tails for Dress Up

Sew different animal tails for your kids to wear for pretend play.

Peek-a-Boo Squirrel Puppet

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!

Paper Tube Ball and Cup Toy

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

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 Caterpillars

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rubber Band Car

Turn a paper towel tube and some rubber bands into an awesome car to race with friends! It’s so much […]

Paper Cup Telephone

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

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

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 […]

Wooden Sled Toy

Wooden Sled Toy

Use craft sticks to make an adorable sled toy! This quick project is a lot of fun when you’re stuck […]

How to Draw a Rubik's Cube

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

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, […]

My Buddy

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

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

DIY Kaleidoscope

A kaleidoscope can seem magical as the patterned colors change before your eyes. It is actually quite easy to make […]

Cork Snake

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

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 […]

Miniature Table for Two

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

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

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

Shaving Cream Car Wash

A fun frugal way to spend a sunny afternoon …line up cars for a quick trip through the car wash! […]

Doll Size Ice Cream Cone

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 […]

Cat Pocket Pal

Cat Pocket Pal

Your youngsters will always have a friend nearby with one of these cat pals in their pocket or back pack. […]

Bunny Finger Puppets

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

No Sew Doll Dresses

Easy to make doll dresses and tops for all doll sizes. No sew and perfect for upcycling clothes your kids […]

Beanbag Chickens

Beanbag Chickens

Cute and easy juggling chooks! Made from fabric scraps, this is the perfect project for a beginner in sewing.

Homemade Slot Sorter Toy

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

“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

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 […]

Easy Rag Teddy Bear

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

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

Homemade Finger Paint

A great rainy or snowy day project to have some messy fun! Made from pantry items, even the youngest can […]

Story Theater on Sticks

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 […]

Baby Doll Diapers

Baby Doll Diapers

Every little girl wants her baby doll to wear the latest clothing styles. Whip up a few of these colorful […]

Baby Taggy Blanket

Baby Taggy Blanket

Taggy blankets are sensory blankets that explore touch and feel sensations when baby plays with it. Here we show you […]

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