BeginnerKids CraftsDemo
Paper Plate Rainbow Craft for Kids
A colorful paper plate rainbow with cotton ball clouds. Simple, low-mess and great for teaching colors to young kids.
30 minutes1 min read
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BeginnerEasy CraftsDemo
Burlap Bell Ornament with Satin Bow
Gather a square of burlap into a bell shape and top it with a red satin bow for a quick rustic ornament.
15 minutes1 min read
BeginnerEasy CraftsDemo
Layered Glitter Star Ornament
Layer a gold glitter star on a white one for a sparkly, quick ornament that kids can make in minutes.
15 minutes1 min read
BeginnerPaper CraftsDemo
Simple Origami Paper Flowers for Beginners
Fold a simple origami tulip from two squares of paper, a beginner-friendly project for bouquets, cards and table decorations.
15 minutes per flower2 min read
BeginnerRecycled CraftsDemo
Cardboard Tube Butterflies
Turn empty cardboard tubes into bright butterflies with paint, paper wings and pipe cleaner antennae. A low-cost kids and classroom craft.
40 minutes plus drying1 min read
EasyEasy CraftsDemo
How to Make Salt Dough Ornaments
A three-ingredient salt dough recipe for handmade ornaments and keepsakes, plus baking, painting and sealing tips.
30 minutes plus 2–3 hours baking1 min read
EasyDIY Home DecorDemo
DIY Pressed Leaf Wall Art
Press leaves from your yard and arrange them into framed botanical wall art. A calm, low-cost project for every season.
1 hour (plus 1–2 weeks pressing)1 min read
EasyDIY Home DecorDemo
Easy No-Sew Fabric Scrap Bunting Banner
Use leftover fabric scraps and ribbon to make a reusable no-sew bunting banner for parties, nurseries and porches.
1 hour1 min read
BeginnerKids CraftsDemo
Folded Paper Boats That Really Float
Fold a classic paper boat from a single sheet, waterproof it with crayon, and test it in a tub of water. A great STEM-friendly kids activity.
20 minutes1 min read
BeginnerSeasonal CraftsDemo
No-Carve Painted Pumpkins for Halloween
Decorate pumpkins with paint, dots and simple patterns, with no knives needed. Painted pumpkins last longer than carved ones and are great for kids.
1 hour plus drying1 min read
BeginnerEasy CraftsDemo
Painted Rock Garden Markers
Paint smooth rocks to label herbs and vegetables in your garden. A simple outdoor craft with weather-resistant finishing tips.
45 minutes plus drying1 min read
BeginnerSeasonal CraftsDemo
Easter Egg Paper Garland
Cut patterned paper eggs and string them into a cheerful Easter garland. An easy spring decoration for mantels and classrooms.
45 minutes1 min read