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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Popsicle Stick & Craft Felt Fish

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This fun and easy kids craft is perfect for summer! With just a few supplies, you can create adorable popsicle stick fish that will brighten up your day. Follow our simple tutorial to get started within minutes! Fish Craft Idea For Summer Hi there! It’s Stacey from Glued To My Crafts, swimming by with another […]

Cupcake Liner Seahorse Craft Idea For Kids

Are you looking for a fun craft to try with your little one? Or need an activity to keep the kids entertained and engaged in something creative, without breaking the bank or being overly complicated? Look no further! This cupcake liner seahorse craft is not only easy and affordable but also extremely enjoyable for kids […]

Popsicle Stick Lobster Craft Idea

Looking for a way to spark creativity in your little ones? Try this cool Popsicle Stick Lobster craft idea that is sure to bring smiles and laughs to the kitchen table today! Get ready to make a splash this summer with our Popsicle Stick Handprint Lobster Craft! This fun and easy DIY project combines popsicle sticks […]

Felt & Yarn Jellyfish Craft Idea For Kids

Make creative memories with your kids! Check out this fun felt & yarn jellyfish craft idea – perfect for a DIY summer afternoon! Are you looking for a fun and creative craft idea to keep your kids entertained? Look no further! In this blog post, we will show you how to make adorable jellyfish using […]

Paper Bag Zebra Puppet Craft

Looking for an easy art project to keep the kids busy? Try this paper bag zebra puppet craft tutorial and add it to your afternoon plans! Are you looking for a new craft project to keep your kids busy and entertained? A fun, creative way to spark imaginations this summer? Create some awesome memories with […]

Paper Plate Palm Tree Craft

Bring the beach to you and have a blast with your kiddos by trying out this fun paper plate palm tree craft idea! Palm Tree Craft Idea For Kids I’m super super excited to be sharing this really easy and inexpensive Paper Plate Palm Tree craft tutorial with you all today. This summer themed craft […]

Cupcake Liner Robot Card Craft Idea

These cupcake liner robot cards are the perfect craft idea for kids! They’re easy to make and so much fun to play with. Paper Robot Cards Made With Cupcake Liners Hi my crafty readers! If you have been loving the cupcake liner kid crafts on the Glued To My Crafts Blog – you are going to […]

Tissue Paper Campfire Craft

Campfire vibes without the flames – try this crafty tissue paper campfire for your next picnic or backyard get-together. Paper Campfire Craft Idea Although I’m not much of an outdoor gal or “camper” myself {my husband proudly fills that role in our family} I did do this fun “indoor” craft with my son recently. It […]

Tissue Paper & Paper Plate Sunflower Craft Idea

Looking for a cheerful activity to brighten up a rainy afternoon or add some sunshine to your classroom? We have exactly what you need. Crafting gives children a wonderful outlet to express themselves while learning new skills. Specifically, this tissue paper sunflower craft works wonders for developing fine motor skills. Tearing, scrunching, and pasting paper […]

Paper Plate Shark Craft Idea For Kids

Are you looking for a super fun arts and crafts project to tackle with your kids? Then get ready to create, because today I’m going to show you how to make an awesome paper plate shark craft – just in time for Shark Week! Get ready to dive into a sea of creativity with this Paper […]

Homemade Bubble Mixture

Make some summer memories with your own DIY bubble mixture! Just add some soap and water, mix it up, and let the imagination run wild! Bubble Recipe & DIY Wands One of my favorite past-times this summer, has to be blowing bubbles with my son in our backyard. Seeing his face light up as he […]

How To Make A Seashell Covered Vase

Keep scrolling to learn how I made this Seashell Covered Vase come to life within minutes and how you can do the same in your home today, as well! Seashell Covered Vase Craft For the past few weeks, I have seen some fellow craft bloggers playing with the NEW Mod Podge Collage Clay that recently hit […]

Popsicle Stick & Polka Dot Fish Craft for Summer

Looking for an easy, fun, and mess-free summer activity for kids that keeps them engaged and sparks their creativity? This Popsicle Stick & Dot Marker Polka Dot Fish Craft is the perfect solution! Whether you’re a parent planning a quiet afternoon of crafting or a teacher looking for an exciting art lesson, this activity checks […]

DIY Watercolor Seashell Frame Craft

Create a lasting memory with your kiddos! This watercolor seashell frame craft is a fun and easy way for them to show off their artistic side. It’s time for another kid craft tutorial on Glued To My Crafts and this one is in honor of summer! If you live near a beach – this Watercolor […]

Kool-Aid Dyed Rice For Sensory Bin Activities

If you’re looking for a fun, easy, and inexpensive way to take your sensory activities to the next level, we’ve got you covered! Kool-Aid dyed rice is a delightful addition to any sensory bin activity. With vibrant colors, a pleasant smell, and endless possibilities for imaginative play, this simple project is perfect for kids and […]

Ocean Sensory Bin Idea For Toddlers

Ocean Sensory Bin Play For Toddlers I haven’t shared this on the blog before, but my son has a slight speech delay. This is one of the many reasons I’ve been working on busy bag ideas, as well as toddler friendly crafts. Anything I can do to help get those words out – I’m doing. […]

A Thrifty Outdoor Art Project For Kids: Fly Swatter Painting

Get creative with the kids and spark their imaginations with this fun fly swatter painting paper craft idea! Even the littlest artists can join in on the fun – it’s a great way to explore color and texture together. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK SO YOU NEVER MISS A NEW TUTORIAL FROM US! Craft Supplies: Any […]

Paper Plate & Coffee Filter Boat Craft

Channel your creative energy with this fun and easy paper plate & coffee filter boat craft! Coffee Filter & Paper Plate Boat I’ve always identified myself as “that crafty girl.” Now that I’m a mother, I have molded into “that crafty mom.” A title I actually like and proclaim to the world proudly on this […]

Footprint Sharks Keepsake – Shark Week Craft

Get creative with your little ones and make a lasting keepsake with this fun footprint sharks craft! Perfect for making memories that will last a lifetime! Shark Week Craft Idea For Kids Everybody and their mama knows about “Shark Week.” Heck, if I know – you should know! But in that rare case you don’t […]

Paper Bag Octopus Craft Idea

Looking for a fun craft idea to keep your little ones entertained? Try making paper bag octopuses! With just a few simple supplies, they’ll be able to make their very own undersea masterpiece. Dive into a world of creativity with this Paper Bag Orange Octopus craft! This fun and easy project lets kids bring their own […]