Craft Ideas Using Upcycled Materials

Recycle bin overflowing? Instead of hitting the craft store, try one of these crafts created from upcycled materials.

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Toilet Roll Cat Craft Idea For Kids

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Craft time with the kiddos just got a whole lot cuter! Turn your TP rolls into adorable cat creations with this fun, easy activity – perfect for rainy days or lazy afternoons. Who doesn’t love crafting with their kids? Crafting helps to foster creativity and honors the bond between parent and child. Today, why not […]

Coffee Filter Snowflake Craft Idea

Get creative with your coffee filter and make unique snowflakes! Take the time to enjoy a little DIY craft session, it’s a great way to stay busy this winter. Colorful Coffee Filter Snowflake Craft For Kids My dear crafty friends. I’m so glad you are here with us today and a big WELCOME to you, […]

Puzzle Piece Snowflake Ornament Craft Idea

No two snowflakes are alike, so why not make your Christmas ornaments one-of-a-kind too? This easy winter tutorial will show you how to put together some puzzle piece snowflake ornaments that will be sure to impress! Add a little bit of personality to your Christmas tree this year with some one-of-a-kind snowflake ornaments. This easy […]

Puzzle Piece Christmas Wreath Ornament

Don’t be puzzled by the holiday season! Make things a bit easier by creating your own festive wreath ornament with just a few puzzle pieces. Get creative and find joy in the little things this year! Christmas Wreath Puzzle Piece Christmas Ornament Today’s post is actually inspired by a piece I found in my Christmas […]

Toilet Paper Roll Butterfly Craft

This butterfly activity is incredibly easy to do with limited materials that most of us already have at home – so no need to worry about making a special trip to the store! Best of all, this project provides plenty of room for customization and encourages self-expression through art. So grab whatever supplies you have […]

Pool Noodle Crafts For Kids To Recreate

Craft Ideas Using Pool Noodles I’ve said this time and time again – at Glued To My Crafts, we absolutely LOVE stepping outside the box. BIG TIME! It really makes mine and my son’s crafty heart happy and proud when we come up with something no one else has. We also like taking ordinary materials […]

Suitcase Craft Using Recycled Grocery Flyers

Recycled Grocery Flyer Suitcase Craft Hello my crafty friends! Are you ready to dig into summer vacay and make something extra crafty with the kids today?! With our Mixed Media Suitcase kids craft idea and free printable template {found below} your child is going to go on a “quest” to “pack” the PERFECT suitcase in their […]

Pinecone Pumpkin Craft Idea For Fall

Need a fun craft idea for your kids this Fall? Get the family together and make these adorable pinecone pumpkins! Not only are they easy to make, but they’ll also add some festive cheer to your home. The fall season is a magical time filled with vibrant leaves, crisp air, and endless opportunities for creativity. […]

Plastic Easter Egg Bird Craft Idea

Check out our crafty Plastic Easter Egg Birds tutorial to see how we “recycled” & made some one-of-a-kind friends! Plastic Egg Bird Craft Easter is far from our minds by now BUT you still might have some plastic eggs from your egg hunt adventures laying around. Am I right?! Well before you throw them away – […]

Toilet Paper Roll Corn Cob Craft Idea For Fall

Get the kids creative this fall season with a fun toilet paper roll corn cob craft they’ll love! Make lasting memories and let them get their hands messy with this easy idea from us! Cardboard Tube Corn Cob Craft Idea For Fall When it comes to kid crafts, the cheaper the better. Because let’s face […]

Recycled Egg Carton Caterpillar Craft Idea For Kids

This is a great kids craft that’s easy to do and only requires a few materials that you probably have lying around the house. All you need is an egg carton, some paint, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, and scissors. Recycled crafts are a fantastic way to teach kids about the importance of reusing materials. When […]

Toilet Roll Thing 1 & 2 Craft Idea

If you’re looking for a fun and easy craft idea that your children can do during a Dr. Seuss themed story time event, then look no further than this Toilet Roll Thing 1 & 2 craft tutorial! This project is the perfect activity to keep little hands busy and minds engaged by painting, cutting and […]

Cardboard Tube Mermaid Craft Idea For Kids

Recycle those random cardboard tubes in your home and make MERMAID puppets with your child today!! Are your kids tired of the same old art projects? Are you looking for a new and exciting way to engage their creativity and imagination? Look no further than our toilet paper roll mermaid craft idea! This unique and […]

Toilet Roll Santa Stuck In Chimney Craft

The creativity in my blood is just flowing so much right now. What started as one chimney craft idea, led to the next and here we are today on Glued To My Crafts! For this latest tutorial, I used simple art supplies like a recycled toilet paper roll, a plain styrofoam ball, cotton balls and […]

Upcycled Egg Carton Pumpkin Patch Craft

We are upcycling everyday materials into this fun Egg Carton Pumpkin Patch kid craft idea! It’s a mixed media tutorial that I hope inspires you today! Pumpkin Patch Egg Carton Craft Have you ever considered incorporating egg cartons into your crafts? They are practically free and the circular compartments can be transformed into anything your […]

Seashell Ballerina Craft Idea For Kids

Bring a little magic to your summer craft sessions with this easy but fun seashell ballerina puppet idea for kids! Ballerina Puppets Made With Seashells Today’s Seashell Ballerina craft tutorial is for the little girls in your life and it’s the perfect excuse to get crafty & play together this afternoon! These seashell tutu ballerina […]

Coffee Filter Pumpkin Craft Idea For Fall

Pumpkin is the spice of life! Keep scrolling to see how we made this Tye Dye Coffee Filter Pumpkin idea come to life with a matter of a few minutes! Tye Dye Coffee Filter Pumpkin Craft I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – coffee filters are an amazing thing to stockpile when […]

Paper Plate & Recycled Newspaper Koala

Get creative and make a koala out of a paper plate and recycled newspaper! There’s no limit to what you can do with things you have at home – show us your masterpiece! Paper Plate Koala Craft Hi friends! It’s that time of the month again! The Kids Craft Stars and I are joining forces […]

Coffee Filter Watermelon Craft Idea

It’s time for a fun & crafty summer activity! If you’re feeling creative, why not give this coffee filter watermelon craft a go – it’s super easy and sure to make your summer days even sweeter! Watermelon Coffee Filter Craft Turn ordinary coffee filters into awesome pretend play watermelon slices with today’s simple art project […]

Recycled Soda Bottle Ladybug Craft

Want to teach kids about the importance of recycling while giving them a chance to channel their creativity? This Recycled Soda Bottle Ladybug craft is the perfect activity! By turning an empty soda bottle into an adorable ladybug, you’ll help kids see how everyday items can be transformed into something beautiful and fun. It’s a […]