Crafts For Kids
![Art with Alyssa: Eiffel Tower Dot Painting](/images/article-organizer/yr-2024/07_Jul_24/eiffel_tower-start_to_finish-600x400.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/article-organizer/yr-2024/07_Jul_24/eiffel_tower-start_to_finish-600x400.jpg?width=600&%3Bheight=400)
Art with Alyssa: Eiffel Tower Dot Painting
Get excited for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris (or any French-themed celebration) by painting the Eiffel Tower! This painting project is inspired by artwork from the famous French artist, Georges S . . .
![Make a Superhero Skyline Photo Backdrop](/media/widgetkit/skyline-horiz-2346-d28c1c60c73357ee6191099990cad8d2.jpg)
Make a Superhero Skyline Photo Backdrop
Create a fun Comic-Con-inspired photo backdrop or play zone similar to those at San Diego's most visually exciting celebration! Our Superhero Skyline is . . .
![DIY Pool Noodle Lightsabers](/media/widgetkit/light_saber-B-2330-3dda7042729e559f3c361480550172ee.jpg)
DIY Pool Noodle Lightsabers
May the "fourth" be with you (the force, that is)! Whether you’re celebrating Star Wars Day on May 4 or hosting a Star Wars-themed birthday party, these easy DIY lightsabers are a hit with ki . . .
![Art with Alyssa: Star Wars Themed Art Projects](/media/widgetkit/baby-BB8-Boba-2413-5c7cbea48833e3c7a650979dabbecfdf.jpg)
Art with Alyssa: Star Wars Themed Art Projects
These fun Star Wars-inspired art projects require just paint, cardboard, egg cartons and a little imagination to create three-dimensional portraits of Baby Yoda, Boba Fett and BB-8. They serve as wh . . .
![DIY Kiddie Car Wash](/media/widgetkit/kiddie-car-wash-2353-b156d43d713c0c97612f0afaed0c6445.jpg)
DIY Kiddie Car Wash
This fun, do-it-yourself kiddie car wash keeps kids and their ride-on toys cool and clean. Add a spray hose, mild dish detergent and a bubble gun for hours of outdoor playtime. Total cost of materia . . .
![How to Make a Campfire Crown](/media/widgetkit/Campfire-crown-list-2336-06b2ef3b2f143a602ba3858afc4f9ef3.jpg)
How to Make a Campfire Crown
Nothing says camping like a gooey s’mores goodness, so it’s only fitting that kings and queens of the campfire wear s’mores-themed crowns. Here are instructions to make campfire crowns for you . . .
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Smiling Sun Craft
Brighten up a spring or summer day with a smiling sun craft made with colorful yarn and glue. This project also makes a festive Cinco de Mayo decoration. Get creative and make your own unique design . . .
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Ice Painting
Creating art with frozen paint cubes (ice painting) is a super fun summertime or warm-weather activity. It’s also a great party activity for a Frozen-themed birthday party (or any winter-themed ce . . .
Art with Alyssa: Nature Weaving
Supplies
Twigs or sticks, 6–12” long
Garden clippers
Scissors
Twine or yarn
Variety of grasses, flowers and plants with long stems. (I used buttercup, euryops, geranium, lavender, rosemar . . .
Art with Alyssa: Nature's Paintbrushes
Create beautiful outdoor art using homemade paintbrushes from plants and items found in nature.Tips for Teachers/ParentsTeach children to respect living plants and only use found or discarded flower . . .
![Art with Alyssa: How to Make a Nature Journal](/media/widgetkit/Inside_cover-2484-287638f3c474e2d0aaaf45ba427baeee.png)
Art with Alyssa: How to Make a Nature Journal
Creating and maintaining a nature journal is a fun, relaxing and educational activity for children (and adults) that encourages time outdoors and connection with nature. There is no right way to kee . . .
![DIY Drip Painting](/media/widgetkit/mom_paint-2332-27a5ff9ff71d25aa86c7bfa83b293267.jpg)
DIY Drip Painting
Surprise Mom with this colorful art project that will light up her special day and make a cool piece of wall art for your home. Since the look is achieved from paint drips, each finished product is . . .
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DIY Instruments for Kids
Get creative and have a festive backyard parade with these beautiful homemade musical instruments! Local artist Emily Dolton shares step-by-step instructions on how to make a Melon Maraca, Citrus Dr . . .
![Make and Send a Hug to Loved Ones](/media/widgetkit/hug-2329-c06514201f37cfaf0d19c7043277f598.jpg)
Make and Send a Hug to Loved Ones
Don’t you miss hugging people? Here’s a clever DIY hug craft that lets loved ones know they are missed! Whether it’s Mother's Day, Father’s Day, Teacher Appreciation, a birthday or some othe . . .