Painting blog by Masha Eretnova
Back to school season is full of new bags, fresh crayons, busy mornings, and kids trying to settle into a new routine. A simple craft can make those first days feel lighter and more fun. These back-to-school craft ideas are great for helping kids warm up to the school season in a creative way. They … Read more
Two traced handprints turn into one little Dracula in this handprint vampire puppet craft. Fun and quick to finish Halloween craft for kids’ parties, school, and home activity with kids that are about to train scissors and gluing skills. I love this one for Halloween because it hides a keepsake inside a Halloween decoration. Both … Read more
Need a Halloween craft that uses what you already have in the kitchen? This paper cup bat craft turns one plain cup into a chubby, fang-toothed bat with a cat-like face. I will share exact steps and free template to make it with your kids for Summerween or Halloween. The whole project costs almost nothing. … Read more
The Fourth of July rolls around and the kids need something to do with their hands. This Uncle Sam paper bag craft gives them a project they can finish in one afternoon and play with afterward. Children cut out the printable pieces, glue them onto a plain lunch sack, and end up with a puppet … Read more
If you need a few jute craft ideas that are actually fun to make with this basic twine, this list has some really cute ones. I found a mix of simple projects for different holidays and seasons, so you can pick one depending on what you feel like making. There are fall jute rope crafts, … Read more
If you have small pieces of fabric at home, don’t throw them away just yet. Kids can use them to make so many fun things, like flowers, wreaths, garlands, little bags, ornaments, and more. These scrap fabric crafts are a nice way to let kids cut, glue, sew, and create something cute from fabric pieces … Read more
Kites are always fun for kids, especially when they get to make their own. They can color, cut, glue, and decorate them in any way they like. Here are some easy kite craft ideas you can try with paper, sticks, string, and other simple things at home. Some are just for decorating, and some are … Read more
If you want a safari-themed afternoon this summer, this 3D Giraffe paper craft is great screen-free activity for kids to practice scissors skills and attention to details. You can download the template below, print it and make this cute giraffe in under 40 minutes! This paper craft is best for ages 5-6+ as they can … Read more
I LOVE spending hours on the beach looking for shells and sea glass and interesting shapes and colors. I can stuff all my pockets with it – big child, right? Them I meet the look of my partner and I have to put them all down hah. BUT! If you and your kids got a … Read more
If your baby is not yet up to speed with all the painting and cut and paste play dates, there is still room for crafting! These 4th of July crafts for infants and babies under 3 years old are very simple for small hands. All ideas are gathered from talented teachers and parents and are … Read more