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Looking for a fun and creative way to engage the kids? Our insect craft ideas will help unleash their imaginations and encourage learning at the same time.

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Paint Splat Butterflies On Paper

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Looking for a fun and easy craft project to do with your kids? Then be sure to check out these paint splat butterflies on paper art tutorial from us! There’s even a FREE printable linked below, to get you started even faster today! Paint Splatter Butterfly Craft So let’s start off with a little backstory […]

Flower Caterpillar Craft Idea For Kids

Spring is here, and what better way to celebrate its vibrant beauty than with a fun and colorful craft? Introducing the Paper Flower Caterpillar – a delightful project that combines creativity, learning, and quality time with your little ones. This craft not only brings the charm of spring indoors but also encourages kids to explore their […]

Handprint Butterfly Keepsake

Looking for a fun craft idea to do with your kids? Why not try this handprint butterfly wing tutorial a try today?! Butterfly Handprint Craft Today’s Handprint Butterfly Keepsake tutorial is super easy to make within minutes and it’s relatively inexpensive too. If you have a printer in your home – you are well on […]

Footprint Butterfly Keepsake Craft

Capture the beautiful moment in time with a Footprint Butterfly Keepsake! Super simple and inexpensive with just washable craft paint, paint brushes and cardstock paper. Try this awesome DIY idea in honor of Valentine’s Day or the upcoming Mother’s Day holiday! Create cherished memories with your little ones with our butterfly keepsake poem craft idea. […]

Make Creative Memories with a Handprint Bee Keepsake

Whether you give it as a heartfelt gift or decide to keep it yourself, this ‘Thanks For BEE-ing Mine Keepsake’ is the perfect reminder that together we can always make the sweetest memories! Handprint BEE Keepsake Who says saying “thank you” has to be ordinary? Let’s thank them together with creativity and personalized style! If […]

Handprint Butterfly Mother’s Day Keepsake

We are FLUTTERING BY with another awesome handprint keepsake idea to give moms on Mother’s Day! Keep scrolling for the full how-to, as well as the free butterfly printable! Fluttering By Keepsake Craft Idea Today’s Handprint Mother’s Day Butterfly Keepsake tutorial is super easy to make within minutes and it’s relatively inexpensive too. If you […]

Fall Butterfly Snack Bags – Perfect For The Classroom!

Today’s Fall Butterfly Snack Bags DIY doesn’t require ANY extra crafty skills or elaborate supplies. PROMISE! My son even helped me in the making of these. So take note – this is great to get kids involved in the making, as well! Fall Butterfly Snack Bags – Perfect For The Classroom! Today’s Fall Butterfly Snack […]

Handprint Ladybug Keepsake Printable

We think everyone should take some time out of their day to make this beautiful handprint ladybug keepsake – regardless if you love crafting or have very limited artistic skills! Paper & Pom Pom Ladybug Creating the perfect keepsake with your little one is such a special thing. It’s an opportunity to capture moments that […]

Paper & Pom Pom “C” is for Caterpillar

This easy pom pom craft is perfect for kids. All you need to do is download the template, print it out, and add some small embellishments. Your child will love bringing these adorable creatures to life! Make learning extra fun with our “C is for Caterpillar” free printable kid craft idea!!! Perfect for littles who […]

Popsicle Stick Bugs – Ladybug, Butterfly & Bee Craft

Spring brings warmer weather, blooming flowers, and the perfect opportunity to create colorful crafts with your kids. These adorable popsicle stick bugs are simple to make, budget-friendly, and guaranteed to keep little hands busy for hours. Whether you’re looking for a rainy day activity or planning a spring-themed party, these DIY insects will buzz their […]

Paper Plate Beehive Craft For Spring

Spring is here—the perfect season for buzzing bees, bright flowers, and, of course, fun crafts with the kids! If you’re looking for a cheerful and engaging activity, why not try making a paper plate beehive? This quick and easy DIY project celebrates the beauty of nature while helping children explore creativity and learn about bees’ […]

Love Bug Photo Ornament Craft Idea For Kids

Valentine’s Day isn’t just a celebration of romance; it’s a time to spread love and cheer among all, especially the little ones in our life! Crafts are a fantastic way to share the spirit of love and creativity with children. Engage their imagination and treasure memories with this simple and sweet Love Bug Photo Ornament […]

Valentine Bee Photo Ornament Keepsake

This year, forget the store-bought cards and opt instead for a fun photo ornament craft that both your little valentine and their family members will enjoy for years to come! Using photos of smiling faces, cardstock paper, pipe cleaners and our provided free printable, this Valentine bee photo ornament craft allows budding artists to showcase […]

Paint Splat Worm Craft Idea For Kids

Let your child’s inner artist shine through and bring some excitement to your home, with this unique and first seen here “Paint Splat Worm” craft idea! With minimal preparation, your child can create amazing artwork that is perfect as a boredom buster or learning lesson activity! We’ll show you everything you need to know for […]

Butterfly Suncatcher Craft Idea For Kids

Not only is our latest and greatest tutorial simple and easy to do, it has the added benefit of bringing color and light into any home or classroom! Stained Glass Butterflies Not only are these mosaic colored butterflies super easy to make, fairly inexpensive and fun for kids of all ages {even adults will enjoy […]

Paper & Sidewalk Chalk Butterfly Craft

We are going to show you how easy it is to make this super fun and completely customizable craft project using dark colored cardstock, sidewalk chalk AND our free butterfly printable! Keep scrolling to learn more about our unique and first seen here Paper & Chalk Butterfly tutorial! Chalk Drawn Butterfly Craft I’ve done it again […]

3-D Leaf Butterfly In Jar Craft Idea

Enjoy the beauty of fall with our latest 3-D Leaf Butterfly In Jar kid craft idea! There will be something AMAZING in every jar your child makes! We even have a free printable to make this art project seamless today! Your child will be thrilled to “capture” their own leaf butterfly in our latest kids […]

Thumbprint BEE Bookmark Craft

Today’s Thumbprint Paper BEE Bookmark tutorial is something that can be done ALL YEAR LONG with your child. Whether they need something quick as a gift for mom, dad, a friend, whoever – this is THE idea that you should be LITERALLY bookmarking in your browser window right now! After your child {or you} add […]

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 […]

Honeycomb Cereal Bee Snack Bags

“BEE” amazing today and join us in the making of this super easy Honeycomb Bee Themed Classroom Snack Idea! Bee Treat Bags Made With Cereal Are you looking for a fun way to enjoy a family snack time that is both creative and sweet? Look no further! These Honeycomb Cereal Bee Snack Bags are an […]