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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Bubble Wrap & Paper Starfish Craft

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This bubble wrap & paper starfish craft idea is a wonderful indoor summer project for kids to recreate today. I’ve even included a free star shaped printable template to get you started within a matter of minutes! Bubble Wrap Stamped Starfish Craft Today I’m sharing how we recently made these awesome paper starfishes come to […]

Footprint and Handprint Lobster Keepsake Canvas

Are you looking for a creative, fun project that doubles as a meaningful keepsake? A footprint and handprint lobster craft might just be the perfect activity. Not only will you end up with a delightful piece of artwork to cherish, but it also gives you a wonderful opportunity to capture the tiny hands and feet […]

DIY Liquid Sidewalk Chalk Craft Idea

Let your creativity shine this weekend with our new kid-friendly craft idea! All you need is a few toothbrushes, corn starch and lots of imagination. Homemade Liquid Chalk Recipe For Outdoor Fun! Summer is in full swing and that means getting creative with activities outside. Even though I’m not much of an outdoor person, I […]

Styrofoam Cup Lobster Craft Idea For Kids

Make the perfect summer craft with your kids! This cute Styrofoam cup lobster craft is both fun and easy – they’ll be so proud of their finished product. Get ready to dive into a sea of creativity with this Styrofoam Cup Lobster Craft! Perfect for summer fun or an ocean-themed activity, this adorable craft transforms simple […]

Pirate Treasure Hunt For Preschoolers

Ahoy mates! It’s time for some swashbuckling fun with our Preschool Pirate Treasure Hunt. Put on your pirate hats and get ready to find the booty! Treasure Hunt Sensory Bin Ahoy, matey!!! Did you know September 19th is National Talk Like A Pirate Day? Seems pretty fitting for today’s Pirate Treasure Hunt sensory bin idea, […]

Footprint Surfboard Keepsake Card Craft

Get your kids excited to make a fun summer craft they’ll never forget! With some help from you, your kiddo can create a custom surfboard card keepsake that will bring back summer memories for years to come. Surfboard Footprint Keepsake Today’s post is for my beach loving friends! Not only is this Footprint Surfboard kid […]

Super Easy To Make Pipe Cleaner Starfish

Bring the ocean to your crafting table with this Pipe Cleaner Starfish Craft! Perfect for summer or a beach-themed craft day, this project is simple, fun, and requires minimal supplies. Let’s dive in and create some whimsical starfish friends! Supplies Needed: Pipe cleaners (various colors) Googly eyes Hot glue gun (adult supervision required) Instructions: Shape the […]