Beat The Heat With These Fun Summer Themed Craft Ideas

Don't let the summer heat outside get you down! These quick and easy summer themed kids craft tutorials can be made in the comfort of your AC'ed home. NO special skills or tools are required, so ANYONE can make these cute projects!

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Cotton Ball Popcorn Craft Idea w/Free Printable

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We are POPPIN’ with TONS of fun on Glued To My Crafts! Check out our Cotton Ball Popcorn tutorial below and be sure to grab the FREE printable as well! Paper Popcorn Craft Idea Woot woot! School is coming to a close and summer celebrations are in full swing! It all sounds super fun until […]

Cupcake Liner Lemon Butterfly Craft Idea For Kids To Make This Summer

Summer is the perfect time to slow down, spread out some craft supplies, and make something colorful together. This cupcake liner lemon butterfly craft is one of those sweet little projects that looks impressive but takes only minutes to put together — no special skills required. Whether you’re a parent looking for a rainy-day activity, […]

Dot Sticker & Crepe Paper Rainbow Fish Wand Craft Idea

Get ready for a fun and colorful afternoon of crafting with your little ones. We love sharing simple activities that keep hands busy and help young minds grow. This bright rainbow fish wand craft combines pure creativity with wonderful educational benefits. Peeling and placing dot stickers works wonders for building fine motor skills, while the […]

Easy Paper Plate Jellyfish Craft for Summer

Kids love summer break, but finding quick activities to fill those long afternoons takes work. You need a simple project that uses basic household supplies, prevents messes, and keeps little hands happily busy. This paper plate, crepe paper, and dot sticker jellyfish craft brings bright ocean fun right to your kitchen table. With colorful stickers […]

Paper Plate & Dot Sticker Popsicle Craft Idea For Summer

Summer days call for bright, easy activities that keep little hands busy. We love crafting with simple household items, and this paper plate popsicle project is a perfect fit. It uses basic supplies like paper plates, dot stickers, and wooden craft sticks to build a colorful summer treat that never melts in the sun. This […]

Pool Noodle Stamped Poppy Flower Craft Idea for Memorial Day

Memorial Day provides a meaningful moment for us to pause and honor the brave individuals who gave their lives while serving in the U.S. military. The bright red poppy stands as a powerful symbol of this sacrifice. Inspired by the famous World War I poem “In Flanders Fields,” the poppy represents both resilience and remembrance. […]

Paper Plate Watermelon Butterfly Craft for Kids

Summer brings sunny days, warm weather, and the perfect excuse to break out your favorite craft supplies. If you need a bright, cheerful activity to keep little hands busy, this paper plate watermelon butterfly craft is a fantastic choice. It brings together two of the best parts of the season: sweet watermelons and beautiful butterflies. […]

Pie Server Stamped Watermelon Craft Idea For Summer

Summer is here, and that means it’s time to break out the paint, roll up those sleeves, and make something bright and juicy! If you’re hunting for a simple craft that little hands can pull off with a big smile, this one is a winner. We’re turning an ordinary kitchen tool into a stamp to […]

Pool Noodle Stamped Ice Cream Cone Craft Idea

Summer days call for fun, colorful, and messy-free activities that keep little hands busy. If you need a quick craft project to beat the heat, we have a perfect idea for you. This Pool Noodle Stamped Ice Cream Cone craft uses simple materials you probably already have lying around the house. It gives kids a […]

Paper Plate & Dot Sticker Turtle Craft Idea

Summer brings long afternoons and plenty of free time for kids to explore their creativity. Keeping little hands busy does not have to mean buying expensive craft kits or setting up complicated projects. You can make an adorable sea creature using simple, everyday household supplies. This paper plate turtle craft is a perfect afternoon activity […]

Paper Tent Craft Idea For Summer Camp Plans

Kick off those summer crafting goals with today’s PAPER TENT kid craft idea! It’s perfect for sleep away camps, VBS or just as a boredom buster at home. Keep scrolling for the full details and free file designed by us below! Camping Themed Paper Tent Kid Craft Idea Today we are stepping into summer full-blast […]

Paper & Chalk Art Cat Craft

I’m hoping to encourage some PURR-FECT creativity in your home today, with our latest Paper & Chalk Art Cat kid craft tutorial! Chalk isn’t just for the sidewalk and I’m going to prove that to you, once more with this bright & colorful chalk art cat kids craft idea! This latest chalk on paper craft […]

What Will Be In Your Treasure Chest Craft

This stained glass treasure chest kid craft is the perfect way to get your child excited about crafting. It’s a great way to teach them how to be creative and use their imagination. Plus, it’ll keep them busy for hours on end. Let’s get started! AHOY my crafty friends! Are you ready to dig up […]

Stained Glass Camping Lantern Craft Idea

Stained Glass Camping Lantern Craft Idea For Kids Shine BRIGHT this summer with our latest tissue paper, stained glass lantern craft idea! It’s absolutely perfect for summer camps, family gatherings, VBS or just because “boredom buster” moments at home. The choice is yours! Every finished mosaic paper camping lantern piece will be super unique in […]

Paper Pool Floatie Art Project For Kids

Are you looking for an engaging and fun activity to do with the kids this summer? Look no further! This paper pool floatie art project tutorial from us is sure to bring hours of creativity and entertainment! Not only will children have a blast designing their own pool floatie out of a small paper plate, […]

Pool Noodle Stamped Mac and Cheese Craft Idea For Kids

There is something magical about pairing a good book with a hands-on craft, and this one hits all the right notes! We recently fell in love with the picture book Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story {affiliate link} from the adorable Delicious Duos series, and it sparked the cutest little art project you ever did […]

Paint Splat Melted Ice Cream Cone Craft Idea For Summer

Grab your art supplies and prepare for some gloriously messy creativity from Glued To My Crafts! We are making a Paint Splat Melted Ice Cream Cone, and it is just as fun as it sounds. This craft combines the joy of unpredictable paint splatters with the sweet, nostalgic shape of a dropped summer treat. It […]

Paint Splat Campfire Craft For Summer Camp

Our Paint Splat Campfire kid craft idea is PERFECT for summer camps, vacation bible schools or just something to pass the time with, in the comfort of your own home! Trying something new and getting messy with paint is always a good time! Be sure to try this fun paint splat campfire craft idea with […]

Cupcake Liner Coral Reel Craft Idea For Kids

Ready to dive under the sea without leaving your kitchen table? This ocean-themed craft is one of our favorites here at Glued To My Crafts, and it’s about to become one of yours too! We’re combining a sweet little handprint fish with a bubbly coral reef made from cupcake liners and crepe paper. The best […]

Paper Plate & Thumbprint Cherry Tree Craft Idea

Summer brings warm weather, long afternoons, and the perfect excuse to get a little messy with paint. When kids are home and looking for fun activities, simple art projects easily save the day. We love crafts that use basic items you already have tucked away in your kitchen cabinets or craft bins. This paper plate […]