Kids Crafts

Art projects are a good way to keep a child busy. These projects also will stimulate a child's imagination and promote creativity. Most art projects can be done inexpensively with products found...

Often, the words "Father's Day crafts" are met with a cringe from mothers and fathers who think crafts are messy and not very useful. Faced with the alternative choice of the stereotypical tie,...

A handmade glittery magnetic photo frame is an easy-to-make kids craft that's the perfect homemade holiday gift for friends and family. With just a few supplies, you and your kids can have a lot...

If you've decorated your home with a rustic style and need accessories to complement the look or if you simply want to create a craft using items you have on hand, make simple picture frames with...

When decorating a child’s bedroom or toy room, wall art adds character to the room but if you have shopped for children’s pictures, it doesn’t take long to realize that children’s art can become...

Whether making a crown of thorns for a religious pageant, play or other activity, keep in mind that the project does not have to create something uncomfortable or painful for the wearer. Real...

There are many alternative uses for plastic disk cases other than storing CDs and DVDs. One fun and attractive use is making a picture frame. Not only will children enjoy the creative process of...

Making homemade paper is a fun craft project for kids. Children will learn how to recycle paper, engage their creativity and complete a project from start to finish. It is important to supervise...

When kids make teepees, they'll learn how the Native Americans who lived on the plains built their houses. They'll also use some math to measure the frame sections, some geometry to fit triangles...

Art projects are a great way to make lasting memories with your kids, as well as create beautiful and memorable artwork to hang on your refrigerator or give to friends and relatives. Paper crafts...

Fairy wings are magical, and they aren't just for children. Best yet, they don't have to be confined to Halloween; they can be for any special occasion or even a fancy dress ball. If you know...

Glitter draws the attention of children with its sparkly appearance and artistic possibilities. While it presents a cleaning challenge after the crafts are done, glitter produces fun projects for...

Nature inspires craft ideas for all ages. Natural items provide free craft supplies along with the opportunity to raise awareness about nature conservation while promoting a stronger connection...

Magnets stick on refrigerators, inside lockers or on any other magnetic surface. They can hold paper, pictures or just serve as decoration. You can make your own foam magnets to hold pictures of...

Make these picture frames for yourself or someone you love with these easy to follow steps. Decorating the frames yourself with scrapbook paper lets you personalize and make your pictures even...

Photo ornaments can be fun projects for kids to make. When finished, not only have you provided an enjoyable crafting project, but you will have a lovely keepsake ornament to either give away as a...

This is a great project for kids to make gifts for parents, grandparents, etc. Although this particular design utilizes ribbons and flowers, you can choose any embellishments you like:...

Get children excited about changing seasons by making a variety of useful crafts using fake leaves in bright colors of green, gold, red and orange. Whether it's fall or spring, let them get...

Commemorate Earth Day with your kids by taking time to create special craft projects using both natural and recycled items. You and your children will enjoy making a planter from a plastic soda...

Making a frame for a family photo is a good activity for children to do on rainy days. Save the Styrofoam trays from meat to make the picture frames. They can be painted or decorated with any...

If you are teaching children about clay tablets used thousands of years ago as writing tablets, you can have them make their own. Creating a writing tablet is easy, but you will have to melt and...

Surrounding yourself with photos of friends or family members is a great way to feel connected with people who are near or far. Those pictures deserve a frame, but it can be costly to have a...

Create a simple and imaginative picture frame from this easy design. Perfect for kid crafts or a rainy afternoon project, these adorable frames are an easy way for kids to show off their favorite...

Greeting cards can be expected at certain times of the year like holidays, birthdays and anniversaries. Many people throw out all of those cards right after receiving them because they just don't...

Making a picture frame to give as a decorated gift for a loved one is a great craft idea. Decorate a picture frame with a scrapbooking craftswoman in this free video on gifts and crafts.

The frame for a 3-D picture is painted with water-based acrylic paint that dries quickly. Paint a frame for a 3-D picture with expert tips in this free crafts video.

There are many crafts that can be created with colorful foam sheets and decorative foam stickers. Girls of all ages can express their artistic abilities using these materials to make a princess...

Need a net to complete your Lego field? Follow these five easy steps to make a quick Lego goal for your field. The little players will look spectacular in front of this easy to construct addition...

Crafting an octagon picture frame can be a fun activity for the kids when they have nothing else to do. Not only can you have fun making it with them, but also once it's constructed, you get to...

Want to make your own paper? In order to make your own paper at home, you might think you need machinery, mills and other things you can’t dream of owning. This is not the case. Making your own...

Aahh the ancient art of folding paper into strange things. Who knew that you could take a piece of paper and fold it into a swan, a frog, or the Eiffel Tower? (I've never seen an origami Eiffel...

A popsicle stick birdcage can be a fun decor item and a fun craft project with your kids. This birdcage is great for holding small shells or little fake feathered birds once you are done. You and...

Make a colorful magnetic foam picture frame with just a few simple craft items. Foam frames are a great craft project for children of any age. Make them at youth group meetings, camp craft...

Make a rustic photo frame for your favorite outdoor photo with these tips. This is a great project for day camp, scout meeting or any other youth group. You can also make this at home with your...

There are lots of things you can do with old picture frames, so don't throw them away if the glass breaks. Instead, look at it and see what new adventures this frame can hold.

Drums make great instruments for all ages of children, including those in preschool who have trouble with other instruments that require a lot of manipulation. The following is a way to make a...

Always wonder how to make a homemade kite? Well here is a simple way to make a kite of your own! Make it yourself, or make a day of crafting with the kiddos.

Gumdrops make everything feel festive. Around Christmastime, these candies seem to pop up everywhere. They can make everything seem sweet and magical. Use gumdrops to make a picture frame to...

Don't use glue to fasten pictures to frame. Learn how to add finishing touches to a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Beads add flash and sparkle to your picture frame. Learn how to add beads to a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Start with base coat before adding color paint to frame. Learn how to add texture to a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Draw lines around frame to make picture stand out. Learn how to create a border for a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Attach picture frame string to hang at both portrait and landscape angles. Learn tips for hanging a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and...

cover up masking tape on picture frame with piant. Learn how to add your personal touch to a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Add plastic sheet to protect photo. Learn tips for protecting and preserving a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Put masking tape over picture frame fasteners. Learn how to hang a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Use picture fasteners that you can open and close easily. Learn tips for attaching fasteners to a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and...

Make picture frame backing a bit to large for a tight fit. Learn how to reinforce the back of a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.

Use masking tape for edges of picture frame. Learn how to smooth out the edges of a personalized picture frame in this free home crafts video on making a great gift for friends and family.