These easy crafts for kids are great for any age. You can make these projects at home with simple supplies, and adults can join in too. Most of them are pretty quick; all of them are attainable.
I know that one of the hardest things in the world is coming up with a craft idea right when you need one. I’m one of those people that always has a plethora of projects ready to roll, except when you ask me for something specific.
For example, you could say “Amy, I have three kids at home ages 3, 5, and 9 – and they’re bored. Give me some easy craft ideas for kids.”
Um. I’ll take “give me some project inspiration for $1000, Alex.”
I’m just about in my mid-40s, so rather than pretend I can come up with things on the fly, I’m just going to start making lists. I also feel like I’m adding more nieces and nephews by the day, so these will come in handy for me too.
You might be wondering what my favorite supplies are to make said “kids craft ideas.” Here’s a list of what I love using:
- Mod Podge – of course
- Perler beads
- Pipe cleaners
- Pom poms
- Paper plates
- Foam sheets and letters
- Polymer clay
I basically love using any kids’ arts and crafts supplies, but the ones I find myself using the most often. The more colorful, the better as far as I’m concerned. Don’t forget about recycled items either!
Are you ready to see the simple crafts for kids? I’d love for you to check the list out below. Once you’re done reading, let me know which are your favorites . . . as well as your fave supplies . . . in the comments!
(PS – don’t forget to check out our easy crafts for adults cause those are pretty cool too)
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Leslie Manlapig
Confetti Bookmarks
Your kids are going to love making these DIY bookmarks with a twist – just add paint chips and confetti made from tissue paper. So easy!
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Egg Carton Art
If you need an easy kids' craft idea, this egg carton art is fun and sure to please. This can be customized for any holiday or decor!
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Paper Beads
Learn how to make beautiful paper beads quickly with our easy tutorial. Perfect for crafting jewelry, these beads are made in minutes!
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Leslie Manlapig
Make Wine Cork Stamps
Instead of purchasing stamps at the store, save a couple of bucks and make your own from wine corks. It’s VERY easy.
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Amy Anderson
Laundry Detergent Slime
Learn how to make slime with laundry detergent! This is a completely non-toxic, easy recipe for kids with just a few ingredients.
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Leslie Manlapig
Dip Dyed Wall Art
Use liquid watercolors or food coloring to make this unique dip dyed kids wall art project. Kids will have so much fun and the results are very cool!
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7
Steve Carrell
Easy Coffee Filter Flowers
Learn how to make the cutest coffee filter flowers for spring or summer! These are so easy and FUN to make for kids of all ages.
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Natalie Shaw
DIY Magic Wands
These turned out great – not your generic magic wands! I love the bright colors and the unique variety. You won't find wands like this anywhere else on the internet!
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Cool Toothpick Cacti
Succulents and cacti are all the rage right now, so try this cute toothpick craft with kids. Make a cool cactus that requires no water!
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Leslie Manlapig
Woven CD Dream Catcher
What do you do with an old CD? Turn it into a weaving surface! This dream catcher project will keep kids occupied for hours, and the results are pretty stunning. Great for hanging in a kids' room once they are done.
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Leslie Manlapig
Summer Bug Cards
These bug cards are the perfect summer crafts for kids! Make them easily with stickers, ink pads, and other simple supplies. Children will love making them!
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Melissa Lenning
Galaxy Glitter Jars
Making a calming glitter jar is a beautiful, easy, and fun craft – and these galaxy glitter jars are out of this world! Made with mason jars, glitter, water, and glue, they are perfect for meditation and stress relief.
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Pretty Life Girls
Tie Dye T-Shirt Headbands
These DIY tie dye headbands are easy to make from t-shirts and look great! Both kids and adults will love this fashion craft. Make a DIY headband for spring or summer using one of these three methods!
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Faux Stained Glass House
This faux stained glass house is the perfect creative project! So fun to do, and you can customize with any colors.
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Rachel Miller
Friendship Bracelet Loom
You can make a DIY bracelet loom out of stiff cardboard . . . then start making friendship bracelets galore! I'm sure you remember this craft from your childhood. It's an easy idea you can bring back around!
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Brandy Nelson
Nail Polish Washer Necklaces
These nail polish washer necklaces are such a unique craft to make! Simply paint a metal washer with nail polish and let dry. Use different colors to create patterns. A great camp project for teens.
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Leslie Manlapig
Outer Space Jewelry
Are you looking for a kids jewelry project that’s out-of-this-world fun? This outer space themed strand of planets is made with clay – it’s really easy to do!
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Leslie Manlapig
Origami Heart Bookmark
Make an origami bookmark the easy way! This easy origami heart looks just like a conversation heart, and fits on the corner of a book page. Kids and adults will love this idea.
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Steve Carrell
Weaving with Kids
Weaving is not only calming, but the results are so pretty! Use bold colors of yarn to make fun and functional wall art that littles will love.
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Erica Coffman
DIY God’s Eyes
Remember those simple little diamond shaped yarn weavings we all made at summer camp with just two popsicle sticks and a some colorful yarn? Kids will love making their own color combinations in this simple project idea.
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21
Lindsay Gilbert
Wax Paper Lantern
This kid's craft covers construction skills, colors and color-mixing, and creating unique artwork. With a few simple supplies, you can create a unique wax paper lantern and have a great time doing it.
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Kelly Dixon
Dish Soap Silly Putty
I can't believe you only need two ingredients for this silly putty! You probably have them in your kitchen already. This is a very fun (and safe) craft to make with the littles.
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Steve Carrell
Duck Tape Braided Bracelets
These DIY bracelets made with Duck Tape are SO easy! Make these braided bracelets as a fun kids’ craft idea for summer. Teens and tweens will love them.
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Nikkala Stephens
Hot Rock Crayon Art
Hot rock crayon art is made by heating rocks in the oven and then letting crayon melt as you “draw” on the rocks. To make it even better, turn them loose at the sink to wash the rocks. Kids will think its the best thing ever!
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Jamie Wise
Bird Feeders
These bird feeders are fun for all ages to make! They are cute, easy, and birds obviously love them. What a great opportunity for children to watch and learn about the different species in their neighborhood as well.
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26
Megan Kapple
Glow in the Dark Play Doh
Learn how to make unique DIY play dough with only three ingredients. This version glows in the dark and is so inexpensive to make! Kids will love it.
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27
Maggy Woodley
DIY Shape Bubble Wands
With a plethora of cookie cutter shapes available, kids will have hours of fun all summer long with these simple DIY bubble wands. Combine these with a simple bubble recipe and your summer bubble activities playtime is sorted!
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Carrie Barnard
Salt Painting
Salt painting is a really fun activity to do with the kiddos without a ton of supplies or expense. This activity is super easy and provides a ton of fun for children as they create their own unique art.
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Easy Fabric Bowl
GoodLearn how to make Mod Podge fabric bowls the easy way! This is such a cool and easy craft idea, perfect for both kids and adults.
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30
Desiree Campbell
How to Make a Bouncy Ball
Learn how to make a bouncy ball in five minutes! If you remember doing this in science class as a kid, it's a fun activity to share with kiddos. Desiree made these during spring break to keep her young ones busy.
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Leslie Manlapig
Straw Rockets
After your kids create these fun rockets, all they have to do is blow on one end and watch their spacecraft creations soar! Great to make along with homeschool space studies.
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Colorful Geometric Frame
This tissue paper frame is perfect for whipping up quickly and adding color to your home. So easy, even a child can do it!
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preschoolinspirations.com
Spring Cupcake Liner Flowers
Use cupcake liners and markers to make the cutest little flowers you've ever seen. Older kids can trim the liners into petal shapes with scissors.
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Ana Dziengel
Recycled Mailer Kite
This is a perfect craft for school age children, and a nice way to teach them about plans/patterns and measuring. After you make the kites, then you can get out and fly them. I do love a kids' craft that provides a double whammy of fun!
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Art Coasters
Learn how to make kids artwork gifts with these wooden coasters! These kids art coasters are REALLY easy to make and are so cute.
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Mari Richards
Wooden Bead Dolls
I see a lot of wood beads at the craft store, but to be honest I've never known what to do with them. Now I do! These beaded dolls are great for older kids and tweens.
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37
Jean Van’t Hul
Contact Paper Suncatcher
I always forget that clear contact paper has so many uses! One of my favorites is suncatchers, especially with natural items. This idea absolutely fits the bill.
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38
Sherri Osborn
How to Make Hairy Friends
Not only are these hairy friends adorable, they are a great way for kids to get some practice with scissors and work on their fine motor skills. The grass will keep growing, and your child can keep giving their hairy friends haircuts.
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Jill Fritz
Clothespin Airplanes
Anything you can make with craft sticks and clothespins is awesome as far as I'm concerned! These clothespin airplanes are so so cute and the colors can be customized depending on the paint you have on hand.
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Insect Identification Chart
This insect identification chart is such an easy kids craft. It allows your children (and you!) to learn about the bugs in your environment!
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Chelsey Marashian
Glowing Campfire Craft
Kids love making and playing with this glowing campfire craft! It’s super easy to make and perfect for summer, fire safety week, summer camp, or for imaginative play.
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Sarah Dees
Pipe Cleaner Animals
Get out the pipe cleaners and the googly eyes, because kids will have a blast making these adorable pipe cleaner animals! This craft is perfect for a rainy day. Encourage kids to make a whole zoo!
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Maggy Woodley
How to Make Worry Dolls
Worry dolls are such an easy craft idea. Children can make them and take them to summer camp or the grandparent’s house. Wherever there is separation and a little worry . . . these worry dolls will help!
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Cheryl Sorce
DIY Spin Art Machine with a Salad Spinner
Make your own spin painter by using a household item as a spin painter! This DIY spin art machine is so fun for kids to do. It’s budget friendly and easy to set up.
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Popsicle Stick Frame
Learn how to make an ice cream stick photo frame the easy way! This DIY popsicle stick frame is so simple even a kid could do it.
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Easy Birdhouses
Spring into creativity with this easy and colorful birdhouse craft for kids! This is a fun, engaging way to connect with your little ones.
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DIY Window Clings
Use Mod Podge to make your own DIY window clings on a budget – these gel window clings are so easy, and a great kids' craft!
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DIY Backpack Charms
Use your favorite patterns of Duck Tape to make these easy backpack charms. Kids will love assembling these in a matter of minutes!
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Mason Jar Night Light
This DIY mason jar night light can be made on a budget – and your kids can help. The glitter is so sparkly and fun for night time!
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Make Stickers
If you are wondering how to make stickers, you can do it with just two ingredients. You probably have the supplies in your house already!
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Confetti Bowl
Learn to make a super cool confetti bowl in three easy steps! You don't need any crafting skills for this, and the results are SO fun!
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DIY Magnets
These DIY magnets are SO easy to make with decoupage medium and scrapbook paper! They have a fun nautical theme and make great gifts.
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Mod Podge Slime
Discover how to make Mod Podge slime with just three simple ingredients! Fun, easy, and perfect for kids. Dive into this gooey project today.
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Did you enjoy these craft ideas for kids? Let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other kids’ craft collections I think you’re going to like:
Bottle Caps • Camping • Cardboard • Christmas • Crafts for Boys • Crafts for Girls • Crafts for Teens • Crafts at Home • Crosses • Dragons • Easter • Halloween • Handprints • Painting • Paper Mache • Paper Towel Rolls • Poinsettias • Popsicle Sticks • Rainbows • Superhero • Toilet Paper Rolls
Tonja
Sunday 27th of August 2023
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