Creative Crafts for Crafty Kids
With a little inspiration, DIY motivation, and a roll of Washi tape, your kids’ crafty dreams are about to come true! These camp-inspired crafts, straight from the WinShape Camps vault, will have you cutting, gluing, and painting your way to creative bliss. Get ready for some hands-on fun with unique projects your kids will love!
Are you the parent of a crafty kid who’s always looking for new ideas? If so, you’re in the right place! We’ve put together a list of creative, kid-friendly crafts that will keep your family entertained for hours. Let’s get crafting! 🎨👨🎨
Cloud Dough
Materials:
- Hair Conditioner (any kind – cheap and creamy works best)
- Cornstarch
- Mixing Bowl
- Popsicle sticks for stiring
- Gel food coloring
- Ziplock sandwich sized bag
Handprint Flower
Materials:
- Paper Straws
- Construction Paper
- Non-toxic paint
- Green Paper for leaves
- Washi tape and glue
- Scissors
Ocean in a Bottle
Materials:
- Water
- Blue food coloring
- Vegetable Oil
- Bottle (ex. reused water bottle)
- Funnel
Popsicle Stick Picture Frame
Materials:
- Jumbo Popsicle sticks (6-7)
- Hot glue gun (parent assistance recommended)
- Construction paper
- Markers
- Hinge clip
- Adhesive magnet strips (to hang on a fridge)
Puffy Paint Ice Cream Cone
Materials:
- Food Coloring
- Elmers Glue
- Shaving Cream
- White Card Stock Paper
- Brown Construction paper
- Foam paper
- Scissors
- Markers
- Paintbrush
- Toothpicks or spoons (for stirring)
- Styrofoam Bowls
- Sprinkles (optional)
Shaving Cream Marble Paper
Materials:
- Shaving Cream
- Food Coloring
- Wood Skewer
- White Card Stock Paper
- Ruler (or something with a straight edge)
- 9x13 Baking Dish or pan sized larger than your paper
- Paper Towels
Wooden Wind Chime
Materials:
- 1 Piece of driftwood or thick stick
- Acrylic Craft Tape
- Washi Tape
- Beads
- Yarn/Twine
- Small Gold Eye Hooks
- Clear elastic thread or twine
- Scissors
Skittle Painting
Materials:
- Bags of Skittles
- Cups of water
- Small Bowls or Cups
- Paint Brushes
- Printed out Pictures
- Paper
Pipe Cleaner Dragon and Princess
Materials:
- Jumbo Popsicle Stick (1)
- Googley Eyes (2)
- Pipe Cleaners (black and tan)
- Hot Glue (parent assistance recommended)
- Foam Paper with Adhesive Backing
- Colored Tissue Paper
- Colored String Scissors
Pine Cone HedgeHog
Materials:
- Play Dough
- Pine Cone
- Googley Eyes
- Small Leaves (2)
Custom Bookmark
Materials:
- Construction Paper
- Scissors
- Glue Sticks
- Assorted Stickers
- Yarn
- Hole Puncher
- Markers
Closing the Crafts Box
So, gather your supplies, roll up your sleeves, and let your imaginations run wild! Whether you’re sculpting a Pine Cone Hedgehog or making ocean waves come to life in a bottle, we hope these crafts bring a spark of creative joy to you and your kids. And who knows? You might just discover that Skittle Watercolors are even more fun than the real thing!
Remember, the messier, the better—that’s where the best memories are made! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get crafty and create some unforgettable masterpieces together!