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!

Our most popular post from this category is our Puffy Paint Recipe.

Popcorn Sheep Craft Idea For Kids

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Using some inexpensive popped popcorn, sandwich baggies and some cardstock paper, you too can pull off this inexpensive kid craft idea today! Sheep {and lambs} seem to be a staple icon around the spring and Easter season, so I recently tag teamed with my son and I’m sharing this creative popcorn sheep kid craft idea […]

Paint Splat Rain Puddle Craft

April showers bring May flowers and today we are hoping to “grow” some inspiration within you, with our latest Paint Splat Rain Puddle kid craft tutorial. You are never too old to “play in the rain” so I hope you join your child in recreating this DIY idea, as well! Paint Splatter Rain Puddle Craft […]

Paper & Clothespin Unicorn Craft

This is a great craft idea for kids! Turn clothespins into unicorns with some simple paper details. Let your child’s imagination run wild as they create their very own unicorn puppet. Today’s Paper & Clothespin Unicorn creation is a REAL stand up kinda gal! Literally!!! We are taking inexpensive wooden clothespins and cardstock paper to […]

Paper Mouse and Cheese Kids Craft

No need to be frightened of our latest Mouse and Cheese paper kid craft idea! We have all the simple steps and a free printable template to get you and your child started today! Mouse & Cheese Craft Idea One of my business goals for the new year, is to share MORE kid craft ideas around […]

Leaf Hedgehog Craft Idea For Fall

Get ready for the fall season with this adorable leaf hedgehog craft idea! Perfect for hours of creative fun with the kids, this craft is sure to be a hit! Hedgehog Covered In Leaves Craft I recently came up with this Fall Themed Leaf Hedgehog kid craft idea and of course, there is a free […]

Thumbprint Smart Cookie Craft Idea For Kids

You are one SMART COOKIE for checking out our latest thumbprint craft tutorial for kids! Just keep on scrolling to recreate it with your kiddo today! Fingerprint Cookie Craft Idea One inspiration leads to another. My “cupcake liner tough cookie” post has been so popular the last few days, that I decided to brainstorm on […]

Popsicle Stick Soldier Puppet Craft

Create your own “army” with today’s Popsicle Stick Soldier Puppet craft idea! Popsicle Stick Military Soldier Craft Idea For Kids As you can guess, today’s wood craft stick soldier puppet idea is inspired by our very own, military family. More importantly – my husband! You and your child can make soldier puppets {or in our […]

DIY Clay Unicorn Magnets

It’s time to unleash your inner artist! Have some fun with these DIY Clay Unicorn Magnets – they’re so easy to make and will add a magical touch of whimsy to any space. Air Dry Clay Unicorn Magnets Fair warning – long, detailed {maybe boring} story ahead! Sorry not sorry. Ok. Recently I challenged myself […]

Thumbprint Ants Picnic Craft

Looking for a fun and easy kids craft idea? This one is perfect! Let your child create their own creepy crawly bugs using thumbprints. Super simple and lots of fun! These are the ONLY creepy crawly bugs I want to see – EVER! Check out my Mixed Media Picnic Ants craft idea! It ALL started […]

Paper Bag Ninja Turtles Craft

Let your kids learn to be creative and have fun with this paper bag ninja turtle craft idea! Get ready for a day filled with imaginative play and laughter. Ninja Turtle Puppet Craft Hi my dear “crime-fighting” readers! Today’s post is titled Paper Bag Ninja Turtles and it’s super fun, really inexpensive and great for those who absolutely […]

Paint Splat City Skyline Craft Idea For Kids

Get your kids creating with this fun and colorful paint splat city skyline craft idea! They’ll have a blast making their own one-of-a-kind masterpiece and you’ll be left with something special to hang on your wall. Make your own nighttime scene come to life with today’s Paint Splat City Skyline Silhouette craft idea! This is a great […]

Paper Cup Dalmatian Dog Craft

Are you looking for a creative craft idea that your kids or students will love? Then look no further! This paper cup Dalmatian dog is an easy and fun project that anyone can make with simple materials around the home or classroom. Dalmatian Craft Idea For Kids Today’s SIMPLE kid craft idea is for the […]

Potato Stamped Unicorn Card Craft Idea

This fun craft allows kids to use potato prints to decorate blank greeting cards with magical unicorn designs. All it takes are some basic supplies you likely already have at home like potatoes, paint, and cardstock paper! Creating crafts with your kids is not just a fun way to spend the afternoon; it’s an excellent […]

Puffy Paint Pizza Craft Idea For Kids

With no special supplies needed and easy instructions provided, anyone can make this fabulous puffy paint pizza craft that’s sure to draw oohs and ahhs! Pizza Craft Idea Using Puffy Paint It comes as no surprise {seriously – it’s no secret around here} but I absolutely LOVE sharing with you all my kid friendly craft […]

Love Monster Cupcake Craft Idea

There is no need to be scared, my dear friends! Today I’m going to teach YOU how to make some EXTRA adorable ” love monster cupcake” for your Valentine’s Day celebrations, with our simple step-by-step tutorial below! Not to mention, it also goes along perfectly with the Valentine’s Love Monster picture book by Rachel Bright. […]

Wooden Spoon Bird Puppet Craft

This easy kids craft is perfect for a rainy day! With just a few simple craft supplies, you can make your own wooden spoon bird puppet within minutes! Birds Made From Wooden Spoons It’s Stacey flying by with another way to turn ordinary wood craft spoons into one-of-a-kind friends! This time I’m calling them wooden […]

Wooden Spoon Snake Craft Idea

Unleash your inner artist! Create some wooden spoon snake puppets and explore the possibilities of puppet play! Wooden Spoon Snakes Hi there – it’s Stacey from Glued To My Crafts and slithering by with another way to turn ordinary wood craft spoons into one-of-a-kind friends! Then use your newly created Wooden Spoon Snakes as party decor, garden […]

Clothespin Ballerina Craft Idea For Kids

Not only is this fun and imaginative project easy to pull together, but it can be used in many different ways. From an engaging educational activity, to creating your own scenes with these adorable handcrafted puppets, the possibilities are endless! Have you struggled to find engaging crafts to keep your kids busy on a rainy […]

Wooden Spoon Chef Craft Idea

With a little paint and glue, you can turn ordinary spoons into one-of-a-kind cooking friends. They’re perfect for encouraging your young aspiring cooks! Chef Puppets Made From Wooden Spoons Calling all my young aspiring crafty cooks! Today’s wooden spoon chef puppet tutorial is extra PERFECT for you! We are going turn ordinary wood craft spoons […]

Recycled Egg Carton Fox Face Craft

Get crafty and have some fun with your little ones! Create some adorably cute fox faces out of recycled egg cartons – it’s an easy and creative way to keep the kids entertained! Cardboard Egg Carton Fox Craft Before you throw out those egg cartons after dying eggs for Easter – set them aside so […]