Kids Crafts

Birds are a welcome addition to you back yard. They are enjoyable to watch and identify, plus they eat many of the bugs and insects you don't want in your yard. Welcome the birds to your home by...

Buying seasonal decorations can become costly. With a few steps, you can quickly create some wondrous snowmen out of simple household items. And it's a family project the kids will love. Families...

Tissue paper is one of the most versatile craft materials for kids and adults alike. Color bleeding is a fun project for even the littlest of kids. With just a few materials little ones can make a...

In a world where we are all looking for products with less chemicals and more natural ingredients, doesn't it makes sense that we create toys our children can play with that are all-natural and...

Fossils are things that children love to find while they are out exploring. Fossils are also something they like to make to represent long gone animals, shells and leaves. Making fossil crafts...

A 2001 report stated that 89 billion liters of water are being bottled each year. While it is important to recycle these bottles, many end up in landfills. To do your part in reusing these...

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...

As an alternative to kids' craft projects that feature cutting, pasting and coloring, organize water crafts that allow elementary school-age children to explore their creativity in refreshing...

Learn how to make play dough at home from ingredients in the cupboard and without cooking. This is something your children can join in, and add to the fun of playdough.

Kids like to play with clay. For more lasting creative projects, homemade craft dough works better than retail, is easier to manipulate and doesn't contain any artificial ingredients. Homemade...

Stretch it! Squeeze it! Move it! Making Slimy Goo is a fun and engaging activity for kids. Kids love to make Slimy Goo, sometimes called "Gak" or "Flubber," because of its "weird" factor. The...

Silver precious metal clay (PMC), or silver clay, is clay made using tiny fragments of silver metal and a binding agent to create a base that becomes entirely metal when evenly fired. The binder...

Are you looking for something to keep your kids entertained for awhile? Have you ever spent an entire rainy day trapped in doors with two kids that are bored out of their minds and are driving you...

For many craft ideas, adhesives are necessary to connect pieces of construction paper or other materials to create a finished product. Glue sticks work for most craft projects and are generally...

Winter is a great time to spend with the family. With holidays that come and go, snow crafts keep the season alive. In cold winter climates, snow is a usual sight, but in warmer areas, snow needs...

Snow globes are a miniature world of gently falling snow on a picturesque scene. You can make your own snow globe with a house inside it easily as a holiday craft or to give as a gift. The snow is...

Preschool children are full of curiosity as they explore the world around them. A great way to entertain children of this age is with simple water crafts. These crafts can provide hours of fun for...

Children love painting. The process of taking a blank surface and transforming it into something that they create is fascinating. However, taking it a step further and making your own paint from...

Tie dying T-shirts is fun for children and adults and makes a good project for summer camps or other groups. In order to successfully tie dye an item, it is important to follow a few guidelines...

Aquapod water bottles are adorable round drinks that encourage kids to drink water. They're easy to hold, and cute to look at. They also contain less water than an adult-size drink, making it...

I used to get so annoyed with my kids for leaving the lids off their markers. I didn't want to waste my money buying more when they hadn't even taken care of the ones they had. Then I went to...

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...

Sometimes the easiest way to entertain a child is something that you would never think of. And who would think of painting with water? Learn how to make "disappearing paint" with just...

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...

This is the neatest thing to make!! It is also a good lesson in texture. My kids love it, and my husband too:) You cannot mess it up so it is easy to make! Oobleck is a liquid until pressure is...

Who doesn't love baby hands and feet? If you want to preserve your baby's tiny fingers and toes, use this simple homemade plaster. With ingredients you already have around your home, you can save...

This is an easy project with fun results. Kids of all ages will appreciate the combination of salt, glue and paint. Younger ones (under age 6 or so) will need some help from an adult.

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...

Flubber is a soft, stretchy substance. It is not moldable like Play-Doh, but children love to roll and stretch it. Creating flubber is a fun interactive craft to do with your children. To make...

Making tie-dye T-shirts is a fun and exciting craft that can turn ordinary white T-shirts into works of art. To successfully create tie-dyed shirts, it is important to follow certain steps that...

Reusing materials instead of throwing them away is a trend in our society that is becoming more popular. Not only is this a great way to help the environment, but it can also help save you money...

Do your kids love Kool-Aid and playing with playdough? Here is a recipe that allows you and your children to combine the best of both worlds! My kids love the way their hands smell after!

Making a toy submarine is a great craft project that will use recycled materials. Bottles are roughly submarine shaped already, so half the work is done before you begin. Best of all, you can...

Looking for a great rainy day project to do with your kids? This homemade play dough recipe is easy to make, safe enough for small kids to help with, and makes a wonderfully soft and squishy...

Recycling is important for the environment, and creating recycled paper with your children is an excellent way to teach them about protecting the planet. It is also a fun and easy craft activity...

If you have small children or teach in a classroom, you will love this creative idea. Your children will learn to be creative and have fun, while you are helping the environment by reusing water...

Painting is a craft the whole family can enjoy. If you want to take your painting to the next level, you can begin to make your own tempera paint. It can save you money in the long run, and your...

Skeleton leaves can be used in a wide range of crafts. They are fun to add to scrapbook pages, cards, and even kids crafts. Top it all off, they are fun to make and fairly easy too!

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...

Cornstarch playdough offers an economical alternative to store bought playdough. If you need large quantities of playdough, homemade recipes save significantly on the cost involved compared to...

Kids crafts are a fun and educational way to keep kids occupied, particularly on those rainy days. And one of the classic favorite craft materials is Play dough. However, very often, when you...

Play Dough has to be one of america's all time favorite for toddlers and school ages children. If your looking for a fun activity to do woth your children, then making play dough is the activity...

Here is a great and easy way to create a costume that not only stands out and is easy to put on and take off but will also keep your child warm on that cold Halloween night.

Here's a fun little project that can easily be adapted for any special occation.

Making crafts with your children is such a rewarding experience. Spending time together enjoying each others company, learning just a little more about one another. The result is a bonus, every...

This recipe for play clay is guaranteed to create hours of fun for your little ones, either at home, in school, or for youth groups everywhere. This clay is perfectly safe, even if the little...

A wave bottle makes a great toy and educational tool. Using supplies you have around the house, this kid-friendly craft only takes about 10 minutes to make. Teachers can use this in their classes...

Making snow art is a good project for kids or adults with a lot of snowy time on their hands. An unexpected snow day can be the perfect chance to explore these activities. Gather some supplies,...

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...

Make paste at home when you run out of regular paper glue. This particular recipe is ideal for people of all ages, as it does not require the use of a stove or any hot water. Because this is a...