Crafts for Kids

  • Finger Knitting With Pot Holder Loops Made From Tights!

    Yes, one can finger knit with loops made from up-cycled clothing, in this case tights! And I have to tell you, it's so much fun even I couldn't resist popping some loops on my fingers. We have used loops made from tights on our pot holder loom to make pot holders, and even a potholder…

  • Introducing A New Series: Teaching Kids To Crochet!

    Now, for the first time ever, I'm embarking on a little blogging series here, called Teaching Kids To Crochet. Not sure whether it has been done, so figured I was a good candidate for the job! It started like this: A friend asked me to teach her two daughters, ages nine and eleven, to crochet.…

  • Oatmeal Can Giftbox Craft For Kids

    Recycle oatmeal cans, or any cans with flat sides to make some super cute gift boxes! Kids of all ages can enjoy this one with just a little help, and the results are just down right fabulous! I keep smiling when I look at them especially since this one was even a hit with my…

  • Get Out The Paints Mommy!

    I have to confess — I have not been encouraging my kids to paint nearly enough, and I am now in the process of rectifying that lack by getting out the paints and including painting in more projects. Are you with me? Forget about all the mess, we've got to do it! And who knows,…

  • Modeling Clay Craft For Kids: A Pink Rabbit With Carrots

    A cute little pink rabbit made from modeling clay appeared in our house last week, and of course I just had to share it with you! Sculpting with modeling clay is a great little activity or craft, (depending on the child's age) that is quite different from most of the other projects I share with…

  • Finger Knitting Braided Scarf Winter Craft For Kids!

    Ta da, at long last a great way to use those ropes of finger knitting — a fun finger knit braided scarf! A finger knit braided scarf is a perfect winter craft for kids of all ages, and something they can proudly wear! My seven year old made this is two nights, and I just…

  • Ruffled Knit Scarf Using Mesh Yarn……Knit By A Ten Year Old!

    It just so happens that knitting scarves from mesh yarn is all the rage with the girls in my daughter’s school, so I gave her a ball of this special yarn for Hanukkah, and yesterday she knit herself a scarf. Well, it wasn’t exactly what I’d call knitting, as she used her fingers more than…

  • Plaster Of Paris Craft For Hanukkah

    One of my kids was given a plaster of paris Hanukkah menorah craft kit, and I have to say, it was a great success with my ready-made craft kit starved kids! We found some plaster of paris that we had left over from another project to make a second menorah, and now I’m off to…

  • Hanukkah Themed Beaded Sun Catchers On Recycled Lids

    Gather some recycled plastic lids, pony beads, and white glue, and make some festive beaded sun catchers for Hanukkah— perfect for hanging in the window above your menorah! Of course we love this craft any time of year, and have made some different versions here and here. You'll Need: clear plastic lids, from take out…

  • More Hanukkah Magnet Decorations From Glitter Craft Foam!

    Hanukkah decorations in the form of magnets, and made using glitter craft foam are bringing lots of joy to our kitchen as we anticipate the arrival of Hanukkah, on Saturday night! I just love this menorah, candle man, and bowl of doughnuts that my seven year old made and will proudly take to school tomorrow…

  • Hanukkah Magnet Craft With Glitter Craft Foam!

    As I write this post I have a sweet little seven year old crafter hard at work on some more Hanukkah magnets made with glitter craft foam……when he woke up this morning and saw how great our creations from yesterday look in the kitchen on the stove hood, well he just had to make some…

  • Hanukkah Dancing Characters Craft For Kids

    Here's a super cute idea to add some cheer to your home this Chanukah— dancing dreidels, doughnuts, menorahs, candles and oil flasks! You only need a few simple supplies and everyone can have fun creating their own dancing characters. We'll most likely be hanging these garland style, which we have yet to assemble, but they're…