Make some colourful paper reindeer! These little guys look good as DIY Christmas decorations for the mantlepiece or even as a table centrepiece. While they don’t make super sturdy toys, if kids are gentle enough with them they can be used in imaginary play and games too. Get the template here I’ve said it before…
Today we’re sharing over 40 cool crafts for tweens. Technically, that includes kids aged 10-12, but there’s plenty of wiggle room when it comes to age with this list of ideas. Kids who are a little bit younger or older would enjoy them too. We’ve got DIY jewelry, stationery, beauty DIYs, art ideas, bedroom decor,…
Create decorative pressed leaf art to hang on your walls using leaves collected from nature and colourfully painted scrap cardboard. This is a good way to encourage patterning for kids and, of course, it gets them appreciating nature just a little bit more. This craft was first published in 2019 and has been updated and…
Do you have a supply of LED candles taking up space in your cupboard? Here are 14 fun light up crafts for kids that will put them to good use! There are DIY night lights, tissue paper crafts, lanterns, DIY toys and more. You might also like these DIY toy ideas There is no denying…
Make a paper roll firefly craft that lights up in the dark, just like a real one! There is a shape template available for download. You might also like these Summer crafts and activities for kids Last week I shared a light-up firefly art project, picturing fireflies dotting the twilight sky like stars. You know…
Here’s a fun and easy peg or clothespin bee craft you can make with a few basic craft materials and 15 minutes of your time. We love how our bees turned out, and they are so quick and easy to make! We have even included a free printable template for the wings. You might also…
Here is a simple bee craft idea perfect for preschoolers though to grade school aged kids – a paper plate rocking bee. To make the bee “rock” simply press on it’s back. Buzz Buzz! Bees are a humble and hardworking insect, but the word “bee” often strikes fear into the hearts of people because of…
Create a gorgeous paper tulip craft using our printable template. This is a fun Spring craft idea and the finished woven paper basket of tulips looks great hanging on the wall. Paper weaving is great practice for fine motor skills too. Get the template here Who doesn’t love tulips? They’re so colourful and bright. This…
Make some pretty paper cup flower baskets with the kids this Easter. You can literally put one of these together in around 5-10 minutes, they are so quick and easy! You might also like these 20+ Easter basket ideas I love designing baskets at Easter time, there are so many different ways to make them….