Kids will have a blast separating the button colors and then using them to make this cute Monogram Button Art. SUPPLY LIST Buttons, tacky glue, paper, frame or shadow...
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Personalized Name: Monogram Letter Art with Crayons This is a fun project for kids of all ages and a great keepsake! Supplies: crayons, tacky glue, scissors, paper or foam board,...
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Spinning 3D Hot Air Balloon Craft Put the "E" in S.T.E.A.M and engineer your own hot air balloon! My kids are just amazed by hot air balloons. Now is the...
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Teacher appreciation week is next week, and it’s not too early to start thinking about how to thank your teachers as the school year draws to a close. For both...
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We’ve got some great ideas on gifts kids can make for mother’s day. As a mom-run and mom-owned business, we know that any gift, any extra hug, any sweet…
Pressed Tissue Paper Flowers A few weeks ago, my 5-year-old daughter and I went to her school for a family night. They had games and served breakfast but also brought...
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STEAM Activity: Simple Circuit Light Up Valentine This year my kids are making simple circuit light up Valentine's for their teachers using a printable heart template. I think it's so...
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STEAM for Kids: Inflating Conversation Hearts With a few ingredients most have on hand, this inflating conversation hearts experiment doesn’t take long - and not only is it cute, but...
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DIY Gift: Winter Craft Hand Warmers The weather is finally getting a bit cool here at Green Kid Crafts HQ in San Diego. We spent one wintery morning making these...
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So many ways to decorate pumpkins! Here are a few of our favorites. Full Moon Pumpkin Man by ME! Wire Decorated Pumpkin by Bella Knitting Mini Hanging Jack-o-lanterns from BHG.com...
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Paper Crafts: Easy Origami Heart Have you ever tried origami? The art of folding paper into different shapes is gaining in popularity though it's not a new idea. I've been...
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Kids Craft: Twig String Art Nothing beats a creative project you can do with your kids with supplies you may already have on hand or can find outside! Bonus points...
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Easy to Make Fish School Cookies Make these colorful fish school cookies for a fun afternoon snack or enviable lunchbox treat! Cookie Ingredients: - 1/2 cup butter, softened - 1 cup all-purpose flour...
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Painted Rocks for Kids These adorable painted rocks are a favorite for all ages. Kids can keep them as their own little pet rock, give them as a gift, or...
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Broken Clay Pot Craft: DIY Toad House One rainy afternoon, my then five-year-old daughter innocently asked, “Where do toads go when it rains?” I didn’t really know what to say,...
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DIY Father's Day Craft Dad can proudly hang this photo in his office or around the house for a daily reminder of how much he is loved. Father's Day...
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DIY Gift for Dad: Hooked on You Candy Jar Does Dad have a sweet tooth? Then this gift is perfect for him! Create a Hooked On You Candy Jar using...
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DIY Gift for Dad: Fishy Father's Day Craft Know a Dad that loves fishing, camping or just being outdoors? This Fishy Father's Day craft is perfect for him! Supplies:...
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A simple variation on a classic: Painted Rocks. How about painting a glitter heart on a rock for a simple paperweight to remind your loved ones just how much...
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Free-Painted Rocks Make a Wonderful Gift We were searching for the perfect frugal/no-cost sweet gift idea for mothers, fathers, and grandparents. Life with kids can be chaotic, but this simple...
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DIY No-Sew Bookmark Craft Are your kids asking to MAKE something today? This easy fabric bookmark craft is fun to make for grade school-age children and even teens. The last...
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10+ Scented Playdough and Paint DIY Recipes Making scented playdough and paint are fun DIY projects for sensory play, calm downtime, and seasonal activities. We recently made scented lavender...
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Mad Scientist Party Treat: Cake Pop Recipe Science themed parties are really popular for grade-school kids and a yummy treat like these mad scientist eyeball cake pops are sure to...
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Handmade DIY Gifts for Family and Friends We’ve pulled together our favorite kid-friendly DIY gifts for everyone on your list so you can make it a handmade holiday! Handmade gifts...
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