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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Paint Splat Fishing Pond Craft Idea

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Make some creative fun of your own with this colorful paint splat fishing pond craft! Let your little ones enjoy hours of imaginative play while they bring their favorite fish to life and make magical memories. Paper & Paint Splatter Fishing Pond Craft Today’s fishing pond craft idea uses a popsicle stick for the fishing […]

Popsicle Stick Ice Cream Gnome Craft for Kids

Keep the kids busy this summer with this creative and fun craft! Get your supplies ready, it’s time to make some Popsicle Stick Ice Cream Gnomes! Crafts have long been a favorite activity for kids to express creativity and build fine motor skills. But when those crafts combine adorable themes and simple materials, they’re even […]

Popsicle Stick Strawberry Fairy Craft Idea

Hey there crafty parents and creative kids! Are you ready to enter the whimsical world of fairies? We have an enchanting craft idea that will have your little ones fluttering with excitement. Get ready to create your very own Strawberry Fairy that will spark your child’s imagination and bring a touch of magic to their […]

Chalk Art Pineapple Craft Idea For Kids

Today’s chalk art pineapple tutorial is another “out of the box” idea that is a creative way to make unique art with sidewalk chalk, a small paper plate and cardstock paper! Not only is this pineapple paper plate craft for kids fun and inexpensive to put together, it also offers a creative way for little […]

Washi Tape Lion Mane Craft Idea For Kids

Check out this ingenious idea! We are taking a few basic craft materials and making a bright, vibrant and colorful lion themed piece within minutes! Welcome to our crafting tutorial on how to make an adorable and fun lion mane using washi tape! Crafting is a great way for kids to express their creativity and […]

Patriotic Chalk Star Art Craft

Today on Glued To My Crafts we are sharing this super easy Patriotic Chalk Art craft idea that is perfect to add to your 4th of July plans! There’s even a free printable star cutout, to get you and your child started EVEN faster! Chalk Art Patriotic Shooting Star We’ve done it again! Our chalk […]

Chalk Art Fox Craft Idea For Kids

Let your little ones explore their creative side with this fun chalk art fox craft! Get ready to be amazed by their artistic masterpieces Sidewalk Chalk Fox Craft Today’s latest chalk art project has me smiling from ear to ear. If you could see my face as I type this very post, you might think […]

Crinkle Paper Alien Craft Idea For Kids

Get ready for an adventure into outer space as we guide you step by step on how to create these adorable crinkle paper aliens with your little ones. Let’s blast off into a world of crafting fun together! Are you looking for a fun and easy craft idea to keep your kids entertained during summer […]

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 […]

Super FUN and EASY Moon Dough Slime

Keep scrolling to check out this super fun and rather easy MOON DOUGH SLIME recipe! It only takes TWO ingredients you probably already have on hand! Moon Cloud Dough Tutorial Please help in mind, this crafty recipe is NOT EDIBLE nor suitable for younger children since it can be a choking hazard. Please always supervise […]

Paper & Chalk Unicorn Craft

Today we challenge you to pull out the old sidewalk chalk from summer and give it new life with our latest unicorn craft tutorial! Unleash your creativity and bring a touch of magic to your crafting table with this Paper & Chalk Unicorn Craft! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this whimsical project combines the vibrant […]

Plate Plate Ice Cream Cone Bear Craft Idea For Kids

When it comes to entertaining little ones with craft activities, combining cuteness with creativity always seems to do the trick. And what could be cuter and more creative than making your very own plate plate ice cream cone bear? This delightful project is not only a feast for young imaginations but also an irresistible arts […]

Paper Sand Castle Art Project For Kids

Keep the kiddos entertained this summer with this fun paper sand castle art project! Dive into the creative possibilities and let their imaginations run wild! This paper sand castle art craft is a wonderful indoor summer project for kids to recreate today. I’ve even included a free printable template to get you started within a […]

Paper Bag Mermaid Puppet Craft Idea

We are splashing into craft heaven with this awesome Paper Bag Mermaid Puppet kid craft tutorial! Keep scrolling for the full how-to and a quick joke as well! Mermaid Puppet Made From A Brown Paper Bag Today’s pretend mermaid play kid art project is full of mermaid whimsy! With just some inexpensive brown paper bags, […]

Paper and Chalk Dress Craft Idea For Kids

Let your little one become a fashion designer with today’s Paper & Chalk Art Dress craft idea! There’s even a free dress top printable that you will find below, to get them started with ease! Are you looking for a fun and creative activity to do with your kids? Look no further! In today’s fast-paced […]

Paper Plate Pool Floating Unicorn Craft

Make a splash with this fun and creative paper plate pool floating unicorn craft idea! Summer Unicorn Craft Idea Create a fun and absolutely adorable paper piece to show off this summer, with our Inner Tube Pool Party Unicorn Friend tutorial! There’s even a free printable located below, that you can print and color to […]

Paper Plate Shark Car Craft Idea For Summer

Don’t be SCARED! Today’s Paper Plate Shark Car kid craft tutorial is SUPER SIMPLE and is sure to be loved by the littles in your home that absolutely love cars and trucks, as much as my son does! Keep scrolling for the FULL #sharkweek themed how-to tutorial. It’s original to us and you won’t find […]

Popsicle Stick Cabin Picture Frame Craft Idea

We think our latest Popsicle Stick Cabin Picture Frame tutorial is the BEST craft to do in honor of the summer camp season! Cabin Picture Frame Craft Made From Craft Sticks Today’s Craft Stick Camp Cabin kid craft idea is absolutely PERFECT as a summer boredom buster and for any camping adventures you might have […]

Paper Chalk Art Jellyfish Craft

Let’s dive into another great crafty experience with our latest Paper Chalk Art Jellyfish kids craft idea! Of course there’s a free printable to get you started with ease, so keep on scrolling for ALL the details below! Jellyfish Craft Using Sidewalk Chalk We are wiggling and jiggling with excitement for another chalk art kid […]

Paper Hanging Monkey Craft

Our crafty monkey friend is hanging out on a simple jumbo popsicle stick today. Are you ready to recreate him? Find all the details below! Hanging Monkey Craft Idea Today’s monkey kids craft tutorial is a simple paper and popsicle stick DIY that kids can create with minimal help or steps. It’s just a matter […]