Creative Crafts Corner — #DIY

Make easy and fun Monster Windsocks with your kids using simple craft supplies like cardstock, streamers, and yarn. A perfect DIY project for preschoolers and elementary-aged children that doubles as a cute decoration!

Looking for a fun, cooperative game that’s perfect for young kids—especially those who aren’t reading yet? Outfoxed! by HABA is a fantastic choice for family game night! In this engaging whodunit, players work together as little detectives, gathering clues to track down a sneaky fox who stole a pie. With simple rules, teamwork-based play, and no reading required, it’s an excellent game for early learners to practice deduction and problem-solving while having a blast.

Got an empty paper towel roll? That’s all you need to spark your child’s imagination with this fun and easy DIY telescope! Whether they’re bird-watching by day or stargazing by night, this craft encourages creativity, curiosity, and outdoor exploration.

"Does your child love pretending to take pictures? With this fun and easy DIY toy camera, they can snap ‘photos’ all day long! This craft, inspired by Highlights Editorial from The Highlights Book of Things to Do, is a perfect way to encourage creative play for kids as young as 2 years old. Using simple household materials like a cardboard tube and a mini cereal box, you can create a toy camera that’s both fun and functional. Keep reading to learn how to make your own!"

"These adorable fairy houses are the perfect DIY craft to spark your child’s imagination! Simple, fun, and colorful, they make a great addition to any garden and can even withstand the rain. With spring just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start this magical project with your little ones while enjoying time outdoors. Grab some terracotta pots, paint, and markers, and let the creativity begin!"

"Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras with a fun and easy craft! 🎭🎨 This DIY Mardi Gras Hand print Mask is perfect for kids and classrooms, using simple materials like construction paper, scissors, and glitter. Let your creativity shine with vibrant colors and festive designs! Check out our step-by-step guide to make your own mask and bring the Mardi Gras spirit to life. 💜💚💛 Read more!"

Get in the kitchen and make a special treat. Use a family recipe or make something super simple like these treats: dip wafer cookies or pretzels in melted chocolate and add sprinkles.

"Looking for a creative twist on Valentine's crafts? This Wax Resistant Watercolor Valentines idea, inspired by Megan Beisel’s article, combines fun and family bonding with a touch of artistic magic. Check out how to make these heartfelt cards that your kids will love creating and sharing."

Say Goodbye to Painting Messes with Spill-Proof DIY Paint Cups!

Tired of the dreaded paint spills and brush splatters during craft time? Discover a genius solution with spill-proof DIY paint cups! These easy-to-make cups, inspired by Mothercould, are designed to prevent spills and minimize mess by removing excess paint from brushes. Perfect for little artists and stress-free family fun!

This is a really fun #DIY sensory bin for younger kids. My little one found it really relaxing as she found different objects within the bin. We made this bin very simple but you can add additional items to make it more fun and educational. Later, we added different planets and talked about them. You can make them out of foam or styrofoam.

Supplies:

1. Rice

2. Plastic or cardboard bin

3. Aluminum foil

4. Paper

5. Pasta strainer

6. Water

7. Spoon

8. Optional: Foam/styrofoam and paint.

Step 1:

I decided to use two different colors, purple and teal. This would work great adding a third color of pink or black as well. I had my kid help dye the rice and she really liked doing that. To start separate rice into bowls based on the number of colors you will use. You will want to have at least two cups of rice per bowl. You can adjust this number based on how large your bin is.

Step 2:

Put three to four drops of dye onto the dry rice. Begin to stir. The rice will look speckled but it should be evenly distributed. Pour three tablespoons of water and continue to stir until the rice is the desired color. Let this sit for 3-5 minutes. Repeat with each color. 

After five minutes has elapsed, pour the rice into a pasta strainer (one color at a time) and rinse. Let the excess water drain. Pour into a dry bowl and let the rice dry. To speed up this process you can microwave the rice for one minute. Repeat for each color.

Step 3:

Take aluminum foil and roll it into a ball. This will be the moon rocks. Take the colored paper and cut it into different shapes. We chose the moon and stars. You can also make planets with the paper or you can use styrofoam/foam and paint them.

Step 4:

Pour the different colored rice side by side in the bin. If you added an additional color, you can swirl it on top. Add the cut-out paper items and the aluminum foil.

Step 5:

Explore outer space! 

We hope you have fun making this sensory bin. Sometimes the most fun part is seeing how proud the kids are of their creations.

Happy Crafting

-The Little Dreamers Club team

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#DIY Bouncy Balls are super easy to make and so much fun! To make these you will need the following ingredients.

1. 1/2 Cup of water

2. 1 Tbsp of Borax (can substitute for cornstarch, it will not bounce the same but it works)

3. Elmers Glue

Step 1.

Mix 1 Tbsp. of borax solution and warm water into a bowl. Stir the ingredients until the borax powder has completely dissolved.

Step 2:

Pour the Tbsp. of glue into the solution. Let it sit for at least one minute. The glue will begin to harden. Note: If you want to make a larger bouncy ball you can add more than a Tbsp.

Step 3:

Take the glue out of the bowl and put it into your hands to form a ball by moving them in a circular motion. Initially, it will feel slimy and then will begin to become more and more solid. 

I hope your family had as much fun as ours creating these awesome bouncy balls!

Happy Crafting!

-The Little Dreamers Club team

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