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25 Super Crafty DIY Stamps For Kids

September 5, 2022 Mary Malcolm

Kids love discovering new ways on how to create art! These super crafty DIY stamp ideas for kids are perfect for your creatives little one as they learn how to make great gifts and stamps out of almost everything! Like, did you know you can turn a portobello mushroom into a … [Read more...]

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25 Stealthy Ninja Crafts for Kids

June 30, 2022 Mary Malcolm

Kids love to imagine themselves in a variety of roles…a sneaky ninja, for example! These stealthy ninja crafts for kids will help your child uncover their inner samurai and discover the wisdom of their ways. Alternatively, they may just love martial arts. Either way, these fun … [Read more...]

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25 Playful Paint Recipes

May 12, 2022 Mary Malcolm

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Have a project in mind but out of paint? Save yourself from curiosity and a trip to the store with these super fun playful paint recipes to make homemade paint at home or in the classroom. There are so many fabulous homemade paint recipes for exploration. We have compiled a … [Read more...]

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25 Easy DIY Musical Instruments

May 9, 2022 Mary Malcolm

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Life is more fun with music! What if you and your kids can make them on your own with simple materials at home? Check out these easy and fun tutorial on DIY musical and homemade instruments for you and your kids! Hop on to some musical day with these super easy DIY musical … [Read more...]

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25 Unbelievably Fun DIY Backyard Games For Kids

May 5, 2022 Mary Malcolm

Are your kids saying they're bored inside the house? You don't need to go far to have fun outside! Kids of all ages will surely have a great time doing these best outdoor games, DIY backyard games, and activities! Enjoy a backyard barbecue and play everything from giant Jenga, … [Read more...]

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12 Easy Catapult Crafts that Will Make Your Kids Flip!

April 30, 2022 Beth Anne

DIY Catapults are easy to make and fun to use and the best part is there are so many ways to do it! We found twelve inventive catapult crafts for kids of all ages. If your kids like to build things and are curious about physics, these DIY catapult crafts are the perfect boredom … [Read more...]

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25 Creative Washi Tape Projects for Kids

April 29, 2022 Mary Malcolm

creative washi tape crafts for kids

Looking for a colorful, creative, easy and fun, yet cheap activity to do with your kids? These washi tape ideas will inspire you and your kiddos to design and create endlessly. Washi tape is everywhere, from your local craft store, dollar store, or in a home decor store. It's … [Read more...]

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25 DIY Kite Activities for Five-Year-Olds

April 11, 2022 Mary Malcolm

diy kite activities for five year olds

Kiddos everywhere dream they can fly! DIY kite crafts are a fun activity for all ages. Kites are a way for them to experience the fun of soaring from the safety of the ground. These colorful DIY kite activities, instructable for 5-year-olds will inspire your kiddos to … [Read more...]

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25 Fabulous Bedroom Makeover Ideas For Girls

April 1, 2022 Mary Malcolm

Is your little girl moving out to her own room, and you're looking for some designs that are easy, DIY and cheap but at the same time crafty, fabulous and would be fun doing with your kids help? …Play Ideas lends an artistic hand for some fab bedroom makeover ideas! It seems … [Read more...]

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25 Beautiful DIY Bracelets for Kids

April 1, 2022 Mary Malcolm

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Are you looking for ways to bring out and enhance your kid's love for art, craft, and fashion? Maybe you simply wanted to encourage them to make friends. Your kids with their friends will surely love making these adorable DIY kids bracelets! Maybe they'll even make one for … [Read more...]

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15 BEST St. Patrick’s Day Nail Art Ideas

February 1, 2019 Anna

15 St. Patrick's Day Nail Art Ideas

You are in luck, we have created a big collection of St. Patrick's Day Nail Designs that aren't cheesy or too hard to accomplish at home! Plus, your little girls can have these awesome arts on their fingers too! Add a little something special to your holiday with these St. … [Read more...]

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25 Playful Piggy Banks For Penny Pinching Kids

January 18, 2018 Mary Malcolm

Teaching kids to save is an important part of growing them into responsible adults. These 25 playful piggy banks for penny-pinching kids will help them start and save as young as they are! They're whimsical and fun and your kids will never know they're actually learning a … [Read more...]

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25 Adorably Punny Valentine’s Kids Will Love

January 9, 2018 Mary Malcolm

Kids love Valentine's Day. Show your special little loved one (or a classroom full of their favorite friends) what Valentine's Day is all about with these 25 adorably punny Valentine's. That's right - forget love and chocolate and candy and all that jazz, Valentine's Day is … [Read more...]

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25 Super Silly Slumber Party Ideas For Boys

January 1, 2018 Mary Malcolm

Boys of all ages can now have the best slumber party! Sleepovers are much more fun when you're a kid. Games, food, and just being at someone else's house for the night make sleepovers the best! Boys will always cherish the memory of bonding with their buddies over silly, fun … [Read more...]

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25 Lovely Luminaries Kids Can Make

November 15, 2016 Mary Malcolm

Night lights are a thing of the past! Light up the night with these 25 Lovely Luminaries Kids Can Make. These lanterns, lights, and jars will not only give a little extra light, they truly are absolutely beautiful. With projects for all seasons, your kids can have a different … [Read more...]

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25 Winter Playdough Recipes For Kids

November 4, 2016 Mary Malcolm

Playdough is always fun for kids, regardless of age! Add the winter season and you get a perfect match of opportunity to play with your kiddos! These winter playdough recipes for kids will be as fun for the kids playing with them as they are for you making them. Plus, you won't … [Read more...]

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20 Easy To Make Christmas Stockings

November 1, 2016 Anna

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Add a personalized touch to your holiday with these 20 easy to make Christmas stockings! Your mantle would look great with any of these hanging from it! 20 Easy To Make Christmas Stockings Working with felt makes it so easy to make your own Christmas … [Read more...]

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25 Playful Pokémon Crafts And Recipes

July 26, 2016 Mary Malcolm

Pokémon Go is the biggest, newest, most amazing thing to happen to gamers, nerds, and, well, parents probably ever. Kids are actually wanting to get out of the house. These 25 Playful Pokémon Crafts And Recipies For Kids are going to give your pokémaster tons of ideas, and … [Read more...]

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25 Insanely Amazing Puff Paint Projects For Kids

January 8, 2016 Mary Malcolm

Puff paint can do WAY more than you ever imagined! With puff paint, crafting is as simple as 1-2-3. Knowing how to do puff paint projects for kids is a great way to keep them busy. It is also a creative way for them to express themselves. Learn about some insanely amazing puff … [Read more...]

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25 Cute DIY Pencil Toppers for Kids

August 31, 2015 Mary Malcolm

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From whimsical to monster, pipe cleaners, foam, and felt, you and your kids will have a blast filling up the pencil jars with cute creation after creation. No more dull moments with pencils! School is more fun with cute and unique pencil toppers for your kids! How many can … [Read more...]

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25 DIY Bookmarks For Kids

August 2, 2015 Mary Malcolm

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With school starting, kids are going to have more and more reading assignments in the coming months. Make that time more fun with these 25 DIY Bookmarks For Kids. Encourage reading and give fun rewards with these DIY bookmarks. Your kids will love them! Help your kids … [Read more...]

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18 Cool Upcycled Sneaker Ideas

April 14, 2015 Anna

They say that feet are what people unconsciously notice about you. Show off you and your kid's unique style by upcycling your sneakers with these super cool ideas! These upcycled sneaker ideas are perfect for everyone of all ages! Yes, you read that right, for ALL AGES! … [Read more...]

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17 Lovely Valentine’s Day Garland Ideas

February 10, 2015 Anna

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Love is in the air! Express more loving-kindness with these Valentine's Day garland ideas that are a great way to spice up your home decor during the holiday of love! Best part? You can involve your little ones in crafting these! Which will you choose to complement your … [Read more...]

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