Craft Ideas Using Upcycled Materials

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

Our most popular post from this category is our Egg Carton Tree tutorial.

Coffee Filter Apple Craft Idea For Fall

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Do you want to create a unique and interesting art project with your child this fall season? Then this Coffee Filter Apple tutorial is THE one to bookmark today! Fall brings a burst of color and a crispness in the air that inspires creativity. If you’re looking for a delightful and easy craft to engage […]

Bubble Wrap Stamped Apple Tree Craft

Create a fun and unique craft with your kids this weekend! Get creative with bubble wrap and give your paper tree branch design some extra flair with some wine cork stamped apples! Bubble Wrap Stamped Apple Tree On Paper Craft Our latest kid friendly DIY is absolutely perfect for anything and everything FALL related this […]

Cardboard Craft Tube Superhero Craft Idea

Bored? Fight boredom with this fun and easy kids craft idea. All you need are some empty toilet paper rolls, paint, felt, and a few other basic supplies to make these Craft Tube Superheroes. Your kids will love bringing their favorite superheroes to life. So get creative and have some fun! Toilet Roll Superhero Puppets […]

Plastic Egg Superhero Craft Idea

Do you ever feel like your kids have too much screen time? Why not get them excited about creating crafts and having fun with something new, like an awesome Plastic Egg Superhero art project idea! Easter Egg Superhero Puppets When it comes to kids craft tutorials you have seen on Glued To My Crafts in […]

Egg Carton Reindeer Craft Idea

Get crafty this holiday season! Transform empty egg cartons into these adorable reindeer decorations. Try it out with your little ones for a fun winter activity! It’s a great way to recycle AND it’s the perfect Christmas themed activity as well! This Egg Carton Reindeer kid craft idea is a must-do this holiday season!!! Using […]

Cupcake Liner Toilet Paper Roll Apple

Today we are going to show you how you can transform ordinary items like cupcake liners and toilet paper rolls into a vibrant “apple” decoration that is sure to brighten up any room. Toilet Paper Roll & Cupcake Liner Apple Craft Let the kids go wild exploring their creative side this fall season with our […]

Egg Carton Cherry Blossom Tree Branch Craft Idea

Making cherry blossom tree branches from an egg carton is a great way to create something unique and beautiful for spring! Not only is this craft fun and easy, but it’s also perfect for teachers, moms, crafters & art-lovers alike. Egg Carton Tree Branches Turn an ordinary recycled cardboard material item into a beautiful masterpiece […]

Recycled Egg Carton Fox Face Craft

Get crafty and have some fun with your little ones! Create some adorably cute fox faces out of recycled egg cartons – it’s an easy and creative way to keep the kids entertained! Cardboard Egg Carton Fox Craft Before you throw out those egg cartons after dying eggs for Easter – set them aside so […]

Plastic Fork Spring Flower Craft Idea

Since we are in full spring mode on Glued To My Crafts, it’s time for another kid friendly craft that is perfect to celebrate the upcoming change in season. Not only are these Plastic Fork Spring Flowers really simple for you to do with your child BUT it’s also pretty inexpensive and makes for adorable home […]

Upcycled Egg Carton Owls Craft Idea

Spend a fun afternoon with your kids crafting these adorable upcycled owls! With just some egg cartons, paint, and creative imaginations you can create a whole family of feathery friends. Empty egg cartons piling up in your recycling bin? Before you toss them out, consider transforming these humble containers into adorable owl decorations that kids […]

Crazy Straw Color Match Game

This fun and educational activity is a great way to keep kids entertained while teaching them about colors! Matching Game Using Plastic Straws & Craft Felt I’ve been sharing quite a few busy bag ideas on my Instagram account – but not any on the Glued To My Crafts blog. Today I’m going to remedy […]

Recycled Egg Carton Spider Craft

Get those creative juices flowing with some Halloween spirit! This recycled egg carton spider craft is sure to spark imagination and fun for the kiddos. Plus these creepy crawly spiders make so great Halloween decorations on the cheap! Cardboard Egg Carton Spider Craft One of my most favorite things to share on Glued To My […]

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 […]

Egg Matching Game For Toddlers

Are you looking for a simple game for toddlers that will keep them entertained and help foster their learning skills? Our DIY egg matching game might be just the thing! Egg Matching Game For Kids – Learning Color Matching & More It’s been awhile since I have shared a “Busy Bag Idea” on the Glued […]

Recycled Egg Carton Tree Canvas

This recycled egg carton tree canvas is a fun and easy craft project for kids of all ages! Keep scrolling for the full tutorial from us! Egg Carton Tree Canvas Craft Idea Did you know Earth Day is fast approaching? Although EVERY day should be a celebration of our beautiful planet, it’s widely celebrated on […]

Fun Spring Pipe Cleaner & Styrofoam Cup Carrot Craft for Kids

Are you looking for a fun Easter craft for the kids? Try this easy pipe cleaner and styrofoam cup carrot craft – it’s a surefire way to bring some extra creativity and smiles this holiday season! Spring is a time of renewal, creativity, and endless possibilities for fun activities with your kids. If you’re looking […]

Pipe Cleaner Fish Game

Simple Fish Game Using Pipe Cleaners It’s the new year and I’m making a resolution to be “simple.” I guess you could call it my “word” of the year. I plan to live by it… With that being said – I’m planning on sharing more crafts that can be done with simple supplies. From my […]

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 […]

Cardboard Tube Minion Craft

Time to get creative! Unleash your inner minion with this fun cardboard tube minion craft! Cardboard Minion Craft Idea Who loves the movie Despicable Me? Are you waving your hand up high like me?! It’s actually one of the few kid movies, I’m currently able to sit through and enjoy without getting bored {short attention […]

Wooden Spoon Ant Craft Idea

Unleash your creativity and make something amazing! This wooden spoon ant craft is an awesome way to get creative with the kids and have some fun. Today’s kid friendly craft post is titled Spoon Ant Puppet. It’s super clever and straight to the point. My intention is that you recreate it with your child AND […]