Cheap Kid Craft Ideas From Glued To My Crafts

What are some fun crafts for kids to do at home, that don't cost a lot? Find a wide variety of easy and fun kids' craft tutorials in this fun category on Glued To My Crafts! All of which are nearly free or SUPER inexpensive from start to finish!

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Fork Painted Zebra Craft Idea

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Welcome to another “first-seen-here” kids craft idea on Glued To My Crafts. This time it’s titled “fork painted zebra!” We are going to use a simple plastic fork as our NEW paint brush, to create a striped zebra friend on paper. Keep scrolling to score the free printable so you can make idea come to […]

Chalk Art Peacock Craft For Kids

We’ve done it again with today’s Chalk Art Peacock tutorial! We are bringing a crafty material that is typically found on sidewalks everywhere this time of year and using it on paper instead! We are hoping to encourage your child’s colorful imagination with our “outside the box” peacock kid craft tutorial. Chalk isn’t just for outside […]

Popsicle Stick Baker Gnome Craft Idea For Kids

Calling all my aspiring little bakers and chefs! Today’s popsicle stick baker gnome craft tutorial is extra PERFECT for you! We are going to turn ordinary wood craft sticks into one-of-a-kind “baking” friends. I promise you it’s super easy to recreate! All it takes is just a little painting and gluing to bring your new […]

Paper Plate & Chalk Art Troll Hair Craft Idea

Today’s Paper Plate & Chalk Art Troll Hair kids craft tutorial is drenched with so much COLORFUL FUN! Keep scrolling to see how we made this Paper & Chalk Troll craft idea come to life with a few simple supplies and steps! I’ll show YOU how easy it really is! Chalk Art Troll Hair Craft […]

Paper & Clothespin Car Craft Idea For Kids

Let’s get creative! Show your kiddos how to make a mini car out of paper and clothespins! Inspired by my car loving little boy – this Clothespin Cars Kid Craft idea is perfect for kids who love anything with wheels as much as we do! This kid friendly craft is completely customizable when it comes […]

Fork Painted Tree Craft Idea For Kids

Get creative and make memories with your kiddos — try out this fork painted tree craft! It’s a simple way to keep those young hands busy and create something beautiful in the process. Fork Painted Pine Tree Craft Idea For Kids An inexpensive plastic fork and green craft paint merge together on white cardstock paper, […]

Fork Painted Silly Hair Craft Idea w/Free Printable

A simple plastic fork becomes your NEW paint brush with this SILLY HAIR paper craft idea for kids! We are mixing some inexpensive materials together and making unique pieces that ANY age can recreate! Fork Painted Silly Hair Craft Idea At Glued To My Crafts, we LOVE thinking outside the box! Today we going to […]

Paper Sleeping Owl Craft Idea For Kids

Our adorable owl friend in our latest kid craft tutorial may be sleeping BUT you are not going to snooze your child to sleep with this one! At Glued To My Crafts we are combining some simple paper shapes and making a custom Sleeping Owl piece that is perfect for the older children in your home to […]

Handprint Pig Inside Wood Pen Craft

Have you ever tried your hand at a craft project like this sweet pig pen craft? Let your imagination be your guide for this fun and easy DIY project that even the littlest of hands can make! Paper Pig Inside Wood Pig Pen Hi my dear readers! Today our latest and greatest pig pen kid […]

Microphone Craft Using Recycled Materials

Unleash your child’s inner rockstar with this fun and eco-friendly Pretend Play Microphone craft! Using simple recycled materials, this quick and easy DIY project is perfect for sparking creativity and encouraging imaginative play. Whether your little one dreams of being the next big pop star or just loves to sing their heart out, this craft […]

Terra Cotta Pot Crafts For Any Skill Level!

Flowerpot Craft Ideas For Kids On Glued To My Crafts, we have quite a collection of craft tutorials using terra cotta pots. I admit… I’m kinda addicted to picking them up since they are so cheap but oh so versatile. I love the fact that you can turn them into decor pieces or even gift […]

Paint Splat Crafts From Glued To My Crafts

It’s NO SECRET but at Glued To My Crafts, we LOVE stepping outside the box! We want to break the traditional when it comes to crafting! Check out our Paint Splat Kid Craft Roundup below! At Glued To My Crafts, we LOVE making Paint Splatter Crafts! It takes us back to our “younger days” when […]

SUPER FAST Truck Craft Ideas For Kids

VROOM! VROOM! We have a HUGE collection of truck craft ideas for kids to recreate today. All of which are super easy and made with basic, inexpensive materials. Perfect for boys and girls alike! If your little ones are truck fanatics, then you know they will be over the moon with these amazing quick-to-make truck […]

Black Glue & Watercolor Acorn Craft for Kids | Fun Fall Activity

Fall is the perfect time to cozy up indoors and get creative with your little ones. With leaves changing, pumpkins popping up everywhere, and acorns scattered across the ground, there’s no better season for crafting! Today, we’re sharing a fun and artistic project that kids (and even parents) will love—Black Glue & Watercolor Acorn Art. […]

Thumbprint Troll Hair Craft Idea

Is your child still on a “Trolls Movie” kick like mine? Well – today’s colorful and completely customizable Thumbprint Troll Hair craft is perfect for kids and adult alike, to create together! Just download, print and add multi-colored thumbprints all over, to bring your TROLL’s HAIR to life! Fingerprint Troll Hair Craft Idea With the help […]

Paint Splat Sunsets Craft Idea For Summer

Are you looking for a craft project that will engage kids’ creativities and get them excited about making art? If so, look no further than paint splat sunsets on paper! Are you looking for a vibrant and creative way to bring the beauty of sunsets indoors? Dive into the world of Paint Splat Sunsets – […]

Paper Plate Recycled Lid Monster Craft

Get creative with the kiddos this weekend and make some fun recycled paper plate monsters! Share your crafty creations by tagging us, we can’t wait to see what you come up with! Paper Plate Monster Craft For Kids If you are like me, you have a tendency to hoard things that you “might” need in […]

Popsicle Stick “T” is for Tractor Craft

Get creative with your kids this summer! Challenge them to make their very own green tractor out of popsicle sticks. We can’t wait to see what they come up with! Tractor Craft Idea For Kids Just because school is currently out for the summer, doesn’t mean the learning fun has to stop – especially at […]

Deck of Cards Match Game For Kids

Let the kids have creative, educational fun with this “Deck of Cards Match Game” craft! With materials you likely already have around the house, they can make and play their own matching game that’s sure to keep them entertained for hours. Craft Supplies: Deck of Cards Scissors optional – Laminator/Sheets Directions: Cut cards in half. […]

Cinnamon Rolls & Spaghetti Pretend Play Set

Get creative and have fun with your kids today! Learn how to make a unique pretend play set out of cinnamon rolls and spaghetti for a special themed activity. Craft Felt Pretend Play Food The last few weeks, I’ve had my little sidekick helping me out in the kitchen. From stirring the cooking spoon, to […]