Painting blog by Masha Eretnova
There’s something about a seahorse that captures kids’ imaginations immediately. It looks like it shouldn’t exist: part horse, part fish, doesn’t make sense. And that wonder is exactly what makes this seahorse craft for kids such a lovely summer activity. It is simply cut and glue activity anyone can make. It’s a one-page printable, it … Read more
What if the craft decided itself? That’s the idea behind this 3D clam craft for kids — and it’s what makes it genuinely different from every other cut-and-glue activity out there. Instead of following a fixed design, kids roll a dice to find out which pattern goes on their clam shell next. Waves, zigzags, spirals, … Read more
Cut, glue, and assemble the most adorable octopus — a simple screen-free summer craft preschoolers will love. Eight tentacles. Zero screen time. This Build an Octopus craft for kids is exactly the kind of activity that makes summer feel magical. If you’re looking for a rainy day activity, something to go alongside an ocean theme … Read more
Eight different designs, one seriously cool craft — this 3D stingray is the under the sea summer activity kids will really enjoy. Most paper crafts are flat. This one isn’t. This 3D stingray craft for kids uses a simple folding trick to make the wings pop upward so the finished stingray actually looks like it’s … Read more
The ultimate under the sea summer craft — color, cut, and glue 10 ocean creatures, no artistic talent required. If you’ve been searching for an ocean-themed summer activity that’s genuinely engaging, completely screen-free, and doesn’t require a trip to the craft store, I got you! This ocean animals craft for kids is a free 10-page … Read more
Summer is long. Beautiful, but long. And if you’ve ever found yourself Googling “things to do with kids that don’t involve a screen” at 10am on a Tuesday in July, you are not alone. This Build a Fish craft for kids is exactly the kind of activity you need in your back pocket — simple … Read more
Looking for a colorful statement that you can DIY in an afternoon? This rainbow flower wreath is a perfect wall art, table centerpiece, or a massive home decor piece that is perfect for Mother’s Day, summer, and birthday parties! Supplies Needed Supplies are minimal and budget-friendly, and if you are a crafter, you probably have … Read more
Father’s Day is coming up fast, and if you’ve got kids who want to make something special for Dad (or Grandpa!), you’re in the right place. These ideas run the gamut from simple printables to hands-on crafts that involve paint, salt dough, popsicle sticks, and little fingerprints. All are free, most take under an hour, … Read more
Flower crafts work year-round but hit different in summer — and if you’re reading this around Mother’s Day, almost every project on this list makes a beautiful handmade gift. Tissue paper, construction paper, and so on. Flowers are one of the best things to make in the summer and you can make them from almost … Read more
Handprint crafts are one of those things that seem simple but end up being the ones you actually keep. These are all summer-themed — pineapples, jellyfish, flamingos, sea creatures — and most need nothing beyond paint, paper, and whatever you have in the craft drawer. Kids can do most of the work themselves, and you … Read more