Kids Crafts

Igloos are a distinctive shape that most people recognize. They are normally built as temporary shelters by nomadic tribes. Igloos can be time consuming to build and do not last long. They melt as...

Make glow-in-the-dark slime using a few ingredients and you have created an engaging craft that children will want to do over and over. This easy project makes an enjoyable classroom activity for...

Children and adults alike can enjoy a basketball-themed party. Have the party for a birthday, a celebration with a youth team or a viewing of your favorite team on television. Plan your party to...

Keeping kids entertained on a rainy day, when they are stuck inside and everything seems boring to them, can be quite difficult. You can entertain kids on such days with a fun game of dress up....

During October it is easy to find a costumes because most stores have their shelves stocked for Halloween. When you find yourself invited to a costume party during any other month of the year,...

Long Chicago winters with no car and an active toddler; have taught me to be creative and thrifty. I try to limit TV as much as possible, while introducing fun and economical crafts and projects....

This is such a great recipe to make with your children as an after school activity, or anytime your children need a fun activity. I was so tired of making play dough with my nieces and nephews and...

This paint easily made from kitchen products and household dyes. This can be used for craft projects or for finger paints. This will be fun for the kids to make and use. This can be stored in jars...

This recipe makes enough salt dough for a dozen ornaments, several napkin rings, plenty of candle holders, and then some! If you'd like, you can make half as much dough for starters, by cutting...

Christmas is a favorite time of year for children. The smells, sights and sounds of Christmas provide endless excitement and anticipation. For the Christian, Christmas time carries special...

It's simple for children to make crafts from this dense, easy-to-shape dough. And the mixture's high salt content gives it a grainy texture and a sparkly white color, ideal for decorating with...

There are many recipes you can utilize to make clay, and each one produces a different product. One of the methods you can use the next time you are ready to make a craft is paper. It is important...

Toddlers love to experiment. They enjoy hands-on activities that allow them to explore the world around them. Don't be afraid to let things get a little messy when enjoying art projects for 2 year...

Warm homemade Easter carrot-cake cookies are a gift that all dads will enjoy. Make them with love and don't hurry. Serve them to dad with a cool glass of milk and a hug. Expect a request for more...

You may want to do some crafts with your kids but are worried because you don't have fancy supplies to work with. You only need to go as far as your pantry, however, to find a something that lends...

I found a quick and easy way to make non-stick playdough for your kids! This doesn't stick to the floors or clothes. I hope you enjoy this! Its fun and very easy to make with your children!!

Trophies are given as an award for a competition. Making a trophy is easy and can be tailored to an individual.

Get the children busy with homemade play dough. Not only is homemade play dough inexpensive, many people find homemade play dough superior in quality to store-bought play dough. Expand the...

Whether you want to try your hand at sculpture without investing a lot of time and money or it's a rainy day and the kids are bored, play clay is fast and easy to make, and it can provide hours of...

A thoughtful craft that's kid-friendly uses recycled cans and a lone sock to make a personalized cell-phone holder. These gifts are suitable for desks, and the size of the holder can also fit in...

Here's a really easy recipe for making Play Clay Dough at home. It requires no heat source - so it is safe for children to make. This is a great project for young children! They will have fun...

Here is a great way to make play dough without spending the money on the store brands. This kind is just as soft and you can make the smell anything you want.

This is a quick, simple recipe for making playdough from Kool-Aid. This is great to do at a kid's party. It's also edible, even though it doesn't taste very good. But, you won't have to worry...

Everyone loves play dough. The only thing that limits us with play dough is our imagination. With a little imaginiation and a few play dough toys, a child can create just about anything with...

We have seen this done, but have you tried it yourself. This inexpensive project uses items you already have in your home. Children will have fun putting together this fun activity. Not just...

Kids love to play with play dough. It is a fun activity that effectively builds fine motor skills and encourages imagination. I have tried different play dough recipes, and I finally came up with...

Moon sand is a special kind of sand that children enjoy playing with because they can mold it into different shapes. Children use their imaginations to create many things with moon sand, such as...

Oobleck is a wonderfully messy craft project that doubles as a great scientific learning experience. Taken from Dr. Seuss's book, "Bartholomew and the Oobleck," about a similar slimy goo that...

Although often considered a child's toy, modeling clay has been used for thousands of years to create everything from pots and plates to sculptures and animation figures. Modeling clay can be made...

Most people fondly remember talking to their best friend through a paper cup phone when they were growing up. Share the joy of this simple childhood craft with your own children. This is a great...

Children love to express themselves through art. But oftentimes, parents and caregivers are afraid to let them, because of the mess that -- let's face it -- WE have to clean up. Here is one way to...

A spinning top is a simple toy that is still a favorite among young children. It can be made from nearly any material, but paper is one of the simplest and more common materials to use. Quilling...

Homemade ornaments are much more fun to use than just buying an ornament from the store. You can get the whole family involved, which gives you and your children a chance to build some lasting...

Bubbles are a popular summer activity for children. The craft is safe and rarely requires adult supervision. While homemade bubbles can be prepared using child friendly ingredients, children...

Your Sunday School class, classroom at school, or some other group would like to host a Mother's Day Tea. Do you want to make your own invitations, but can't think of any great ideas to do so?...

Making a catapult out of wooden craft sticks (also known as "Popsicle sticks") is a project that can keep a child occupied. He will be delighted when he discovers the catapult actually works to...

Nothing makes a rainy day pass quickly like crafts with the kids. Homemade modeling clay is a blast to work with. It keeps for days - sometimes weeks - and is cheaper and quicker than running to...

These make adorable keepsakes and is fun for all sorts of arts and craft projects!!! They are simple to make and most ingredients can be found in your own kitchen cupboard! And its as good or even...

Making your own modeling clay is almost as fun as creating things out of it. Whether you are a kid, have kids, or just a kid-at-heart, this great non-toxic modeling clay recipe uses ingredients...

You can make your own Plado, rather than purchase commercial, store-bought brands. This will not only to save you money, but also provide an opportunity for a fun project that you can do with your...

Have you ever wondered how to make homemade playdough? Well, it is very easy to do.

There are a number of recipes that can be used to make homemade play dough with the consistency, color and even smell of the store-bought version. However, few of these easy-to-make doughs have...

Kids use plenty of glue and paste for their school work and art projects. But did you ever try making your own paste? This paste, made from staple ingredients in your kitchen, is amazingly sticky....

This variation on salt dough has a very natural look when it dries. The brown color of the coffee and the speckles in it can actually make your finish products look as if they were made from...

Younger children like to put everything in their mouth. Here is a recipe that they can play with and eat afterwards. Great for making pretend cookies or cakes.

Are you tired of play dough sticking to the floor, getting all mixed up in colors and dried out? Try making your own.

Making a cup cake liner snowman craft is great for kids of any age, and makes a wonderful project for a rainy day or a school break. Made with cup cake liners, paper and some other materials,...

Finding fun crafts to enjoy with your kids when you're all stuck indoors during on those long rainy days can be a challenge sometimes. Making a bug mobile with an egg carton is a fun craft that...

Here is a recipe for a paper-mache sculpture material that is cheap but durable. It is easy for an older child to mix up and work with. It would be a good idea to wear rubber gloves while...

You can make a really cute miniature person out of a paper cup and some construction paper. The best thing about this craft project is that the figure's hair will grow because it really is...