Crafts and Activities

Easy kids’ craft ideas for preschoolers through to tweens. We share art projects, printables, seasonal fun, simple sewing ideas and more.

  • Gods Eye yarn stars

    Make gorgeous yarn stars using the traditional God’s Eye weaving technique. Many of you would have made or at least heard of God’s Eye weaving crafts. They are a traditional craft with spiritual significance originating in Mexico, but the technique has been adopted around the world as a fun and easy craft for kids. My kids…

  • Neon cicada shells

    Use nail polish and a delicate hand to create colourful neon cicada shells. This is a unique nature craft for older kids. Younger kids can do cicada shell art too, but I’d suggest sticking to preschooler-friendly craft materials because the shells are so delicate.  If you live in an area where there are no cicada…

  • Fluffy yarn monsters

    Today I’m sharing how to make fluffy yarn monsters for Halloween using left over pom pom trimmings. This is a fun kids craft idea for Halloween! So maybe you’ve followed my DIY pom pom maker tutorial, collected a pile of trimmings (as per my instructions) and are wondering what on earth you could make with…

  • easy apple craft for kids

    Here is a cute apple craft for kids which is both fun and easy (OK, it’s VERY easy). Recently we shared a cardboard apple tree craft with apples kids can pick. It was more of a DIY toy which can be incorporated into imaginary play and early counting practice. This one I’m sharing today is an…

  • Pom Pom Spiders

    Kids will love making these adorable pom pom spiders for Halloween decorations.   Don’t these little cuties make you smile? Our pom pom spiders are so soft and fluffy, and the good news is they are very easy to make too! You may have seen our DIY pom pom maker before. It’s a simple scrap…

  • 25+ DIY toys made from rocks

    This collection of ideas I’m sharing today features 25+ DIY toys made from rocks. If you can’t find the perfect rocks for crafting outdoors you can usually get them in the garden section at your local hardware store. Some of these would make great handmade gift ideas if you want to get started early for…