Kids Crafts

You will earn how to make Confetti Easter eggs. You may put these eggs in your childs Easter baskets or hide them in your Easter hunt. These eggs are used to crack on each others heads for fun....

Ready to create an unexpected surprise with a regular household towel? You don't have to be an expert in origami to fold a towel into a fun animal shape. You can use both kitchen towels and bath...

Depending upon the width of the shampoo bottles used, these bracelets are most likely best suited to those with smaller hands and wrists. When making bracelets out of shampoo bottles, adults...

Looking for a rainy-day craft project for your kids? Let your kids create works of art that are each uniquely different every time. Using crayons and black poster paint, rubaway collages will keep...

This is a fun and easy activity for you to share with children even as young as preschoolers. If you have a book with pictures of igloos, polar bears, penguins and other frozen tundra residents,...

Children love to paint and decorate just about anything, but your kids will be thrilled to pieces by painting their own shirts. You can engage children even as young as preschool age with this...

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...

Children love to dress the part for an imaginary role. A child who likes to play cowboy, or cowgirl, may enjoy making a hat too. Make your own cardboard cowboy hat and show it to kids who like to...

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...

Rubber stamps are a great way to dress up your letters, envelopes and decorate your stationary. They are even more special when you make them yourself. Here is how to make homemade rubber stamps.

Everyday objects make excellent craft items. Kids are especially good at turning trash into treasure, and toilet paper rolls are no exception. Save your used toilet paper rolls and make a whole...

Ribbon pen toppers can turn a plain and boring pen into a creative and whimsical writing utensil that you or your child will love to write with. You can purchase pens with these toppers at...

A globe is a 3D representation of the Earth. A map of the world is drawn or pasted onto a sphere in order to create a realistic impression of the appearance of the entire planet. Any number of...

Angels remind us that we are not alone but that we are surrounded by love. Angel pins have been made throughout history to let us know we are cared for. Young children have always enjoyed creating...

The famous pyramid at Saqqara in Egypt was built by the pharaoh Djoser more than 4,500 years ago. Though considered the first of the great pyramids, it is not a true pyramid but a step pyramid....

Armor was used to protect warriors in battle. Commonly made of metal, skins or even heavy cloth, armor was difficult for weapons to pierce. Armor could completely cover the body from head to toe,...

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...

Folk instruments are fun for children to make and play. You can create them from materials that are typically found around your home and can be purchased at any arts or crafts supply store. Small...

Nesting boxes are containers that fit one inside the other. The boxes are in graduating order, each one the same proportion larger than the ones inside it. Beautifully decorated and crafted...

Making simple musical instruments is a great way for children to learn about history, music theory and how sound can be created and amplified using household objects. Ancient civilizations used...

Spinning tops have been used as playthings for centuries. And though competition in the age of video games, Barbie dolls and robot puppies is pretty tough, these little twirling toys are still a...

Anyone can design and print her own custom T-shirt at home with just a few simple materials. Use the following design tips to make sure your letters come out the right way, or no one will be able...

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...

Spinning tops have been around for hundreds of years, but their simplistic construction and ease-of-use are timeless fun for adults and kids alike. This toy that can be made several different ways...

Making a project book can be fun, easy and the perfect craft to do with the kids. Let the child do drawings. Use those drawings in the booklet and have a keepsake forever.

Here you will learn how to make a blanket without having to sew anything! It is simple and you can make any design you want. This is a very inexpensive idea for gifts, or for yourself.

Paper bag hats are fun to make. They're fun to wear. They're also very easy to make. It's a great way to reuse old grocery bags, too. Get some friends together and make a few for Earth Day or just...

For fans of pirates and pirate films (who can say "Pirates of the Caribbean"?) as well as kids everywhere, a treasure map is essential for a quest for gold...or a box of fake coins...

Who wouldn't want a magical Sparkle Bottle? They are cool to look at and fun to make. This easy project will be a favorite in house with children. Parents might even enjoy the magic!

A lei is a traditional Hawaiian garland, sometimes given as a greeting or parting gift. The image of a wreath of beautiful, tropical flowers has come to symbolize the island paradise to many...

Designing and creating your own jewelry with beads and wire is a craft you’ll enjoy time and again. Make handcrafted bead and wire earrings with a simple technique and a few jewelry making tools.

Easter is a fun filled day and can be extra special with these cute little bunny cups. You can do it as a project with your children so they can customize their own special bunny cup. The...

Free coloring pages give children endless opportunities to express themselves through coloring. There's no need to buy expensive coloring books that may only have a handful of good pictures to...

This will be the most simple how-to. Anyone can do it! Of course this won't be the most lavish of the other pillowcase shirts out there but if you are in a pinch and need a shirt, a pillowcase...

Easter is a wonderful part of Spring time. It's not just Easter eggs and Easter bunnies, it's when Jesus Christ rose from the grave for us. Why not take the tradition of dyeing Easter eggs and the...

Every boy (and girl!) needs to learn how to fold a paper airplane. Whether it's for flying around the house, racing through the classroom, or annoying your little sister, a paper airplane can be...

My children love to draw with sidewalk chalk. They also love to paint. Combine sidewalk chalk and paint, and you have a fun time with less mess than painting indoors to clean up. Mix up a batch...

I've been making this wonderful bunny face forever. I still think it's one of the funnest Easter crafts around. I didn't actually bother to decorate this one but I am showing you how to cut the...

Making a mermaid doll is easy if you're used to making cloth dolls. Instead of making two legs, you'll make a mermaid tail to finish your beautiful doll into a mermaid. A few green sequins and...

You can make a soft little lion friend that can fit in the palm of your hand. Pipe cleaner animals are all made from the same basic shape---a head and pipe cleaner backbone, a coiled center body...

Creating a globe of the Earth is a fun and creative way to teach children about Art, Geography, History, and Geometry. You can make a globe as a school project, or just for enjoyment. Kids of all...

If you can no longer see the front of your refrigerator because of the number of drawings by your children that are taped to it, maybe it's time to start thinking about a less cluttered way to...

If your kids are crazy about the slime on Nickelodeon, you can make your own at home. It's an easy and fun activity for a rainy day.

Making fairies from pipe cleaners and paper is a quick and easy way to provide fun for a little girl's bedroom or for party decorations. With just a few inexpensive items, you'll be able to create...

Would you like a little taste of Hawaii without paying for a plane flight? You can easily make a yarn lei with your children. It's easy once you get the hang of it, and all you need is some yarn...

Pirates wore many kinds of hats and bandannas. A popular style was the captain's hat. This was usually worn by the commander of the pirate vessel. The captain's hat was high and had a shape that...

Braided rugs are a work of art, not usually designed at home anymore. Before the age of television, people had more time to work with their hands and were very creative with simple yarn. Here is a...

Making personalized name bracelets is a good craft project for scout troops and slumber parties. There are few materials, but additions can be made if desired. The only limit to what you can add...

You can recycle wine corks to make a unique and decorative wreath. A wine cork wreath requires hundreds of corks, so if you do not have them saved up, consider asking someone at a local bar or...

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...