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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Pom Pom Stamped Gnome Cupcake Craft Idea For Kids

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Have you been looking for a fun and unique craft project to do with your kids? Do they love gnomes as much as they love cupcakes? If so, then you’re going to love this unique Pom Pom Stamped Gnome Cupcake craft idea from us! We are celebrating BIG with today’s UNIQUE pom pom painted gnome […]

Handprint Sunflower Craft Idea For Kids

Have you been looking for simple, creative art projects to do with your kids using materials likely already found at home? I’m sharing a fun handprint sunflower craft that both children and parents can enjoy making together. Help your little ones create their own unique sunflowers using their tiny handprints for petals. This preschool-friendly project […]

Fingerprint S’mores Craft Idea For Kids

Welcome to our fun and creative project: Fingerprint Painted S’mores. It’s the perfect craft activity that is sure to bring a smile to any kid’s face — and parents, teachers, and educators will love it too! S’mores Fingerprint Craft Idea For Kids Today’s thumbprint LOVE YOU s’more craft idea is super easy to make within […]

Fork Painted Campfire Craft Idea

Get creative this summer by making some fun and unique artwork with your kids! Show them how to paint a campfire scene with forks to make awesome art that they can proudly hang up on the fridge all season long! Campfire Fork Painted Craft Idea For Kids An inexpensive plastic fork and our favorite Tulip […]

Pom Pom Stamped Bear Cupcake Craft Idea

This is a really fun and easy kids craft that will keep them entertained for hours. All you need is a large pom pom, some paint, and some cardstock paper. Let them have fun “baking” this adorable brown bear cupcake! Keep scrolling for ALL the details! Brown Bear Cupcake Craft OOPS – we have done […]

Yarn Mermaid Hair Craft Idea For Kids

Keep your little ones busy and creative this summer with this fun, ocean-inspired mermaid hair craft idea using yarn & popsicle sticks! Are you looking for a fun and creative activity to keep your kids entertained? Look no further! In this post, we will be sharing an exciting DIY craft idea that is perfect for […]

Pom Pom Painted Watermelon Craft

Get creative and colorful with the kids this weekend! Let them get their hands messy by painting some watermelons on paper – an easy, fun craft idea that’s sure to brighten up any day! Pom Pom Stamped Watermelon Art Project For Kids Our latest watermelon kid craft idea is not only super simple but really […]

Paper Bag Pirate Puppet Craft Idea For Summer

Arrrr you looking for a fun and easy kids craft idea? Look no further than our paper bag pirate craft! This super simple, adorable, and fun project is perfect for all skill levels. So get your little pirates in gear and have some summer crafting fun! Pirate Made From A Paper Bag AHOY MATEY! I’m […]

Handprint Pirate Gnome Card Craft

It’s time to get crafty! Let your little ones explore their creativity with this fun handprint pirate gnome card craft. Unleash their inner pirate and watch the magic unfold! Pirate Gnome Handprint Craft ARRRRGH my crafty friends! You are in for a REAL treat today with our latest handprint craft idea. It’s another first-seen-here design […]

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 […]

Popsicle Stick & Cupcake Liner Palm Tree Craft Idea

Eager to get crafty with the kids? Get their hands busy and create a palm tree paradise with this simple popsicle stick & cupcake liner craft! Let the fun begin! Popsicle Stick Palm Tree Craft We are dreaming of WARMER weather and a more beach front environment {take me back to Florida!} Inspired by the […]

Paint Splat Fishing Pond Craft Idea

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 […]

Popsicle Stick Hippo Craft Idea

Crafting with kids has so many amazing benefits! So why not add today’s popsicle stick hippo tutorial to your afternoon plans today?! Keep scrolling for all the details on this simple no-prep hippopotamus kids craft idea! Hippo Craft Idea For Kids I can’t say it enough – I “heart” this new crafty idea that I […]

Paper Plate Beach Camper Craft

Get everyone in the summer spirit with our first-seen-here Paper Plate Beach Camper kid craft idea! Everybody can make THEIR own version of what a travel trailer should look like when you take it to the beach! Our unique craft idea is going to be so much fun when you make it yourself – I’m […]

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 […]

Paper Plate Swan Craft Idea For Kids

Are you looking for a beautiful and easy kids craft idea? Look no further than this gorgeous paper plate swan. It’s simple to make, but looks elegant and is perfect for any occasion. Let your child’s imagination run wild with this one! Are you looking for a fun and creative craft idea to keep your […]