Craft stick scrape painting is a tactile, textural process art activity that kids will love. And not just preschoolers—you don’t need to be little to appreciate the gorgeous results you can get from scraping paint across a page! This art can get messy, but I promise it’s worth it. You might also like our kaleidoscope…
Make a bright and colourful 3D pattern bunny for Easter or Spring! This kids’ craft activity combines elements of art and papercraft. After doodling patterns onto their bunny, basic papercraft skills are used to create a unique artwork with a bit of extra hop. … I mean pop. Each bunny has their own look and the…
Make an adorable set of paper cats using our printable template. There are seven freestanding cats to choose from, based on both popular breeds and mixed breeds. All come in full colour and colour-your own and are very easy to make. The only additional materials you need are light card stock, a glue stick and…
Kids will love getting creative with this 3D pattern cat art project. This makes eye-catching wall art and there are lots of ways you can vary the activity to make it more colourful or less complex if you’re working with younger kids. For the example version pictured the age recommendation is 8+. Get the template…
Make a simple whirlygig DIY toy, sometimes known as a spinner, from recycled cardboard and our printable template. This is a fun STEM (or STEAM) craft idea for kids of all ages, inspired by a classic that has been around for centuries. This whirlygig craft was originally published in 2015 and has been updated and…
Create a colourful bunch of egg carton flowers. This is a fun way to upcycle your old egg cartons and is a great way to teach kids about sustainable crafting. It’s a lovely idea for Spring or Easter crafting, making a cute decoration for your home. A posy of egg carton flowers would also be…
Make an egg carton goldfish craft in a few simple steps. This is a fun recycling craft idea for kids of all ages! *This recycling craft was first published in 2019 and has been updated and reshared for today’s audience You might also like our paper roll fish craft. When I was in grade six…
Here are three bugs you’re going to absolutely LOVE—3D Paper Lovebugs! Get the Lovebug Collection Here Q: What’s sweeter than a lovebug on Valentine’s Day? A: A trio of Paper Lovebugs! Why? Lovebugs are made from lots of hearts. With three bug designs in this collection, that’s a whole lotta love! The Lovebug Collection includes:…
If you’ve ever wondered how to make a rose from paper, it’s easy! Handmade paper towel roses make wonderful gifts that kids can give for Valentines Day, Mothers Day or as a thank you gift. They are also a fun Spring craft idea and make a beautiful decoration any time of year. *This kids craft…