This Icy Twig Tree is a fun nature-inspired craft idea for winter! Go on a hunt for twigs while you’re outdoors and then create these beautiful, icy and sparkly winter trees. You’ll need just a few basic craft materials (plus salt to create the icy look). This craft is also perfect for kids of any age and wonderful as a classroom project…. Read More
This Sponge Stamped Heart Tree Craft is a fun craft idea for kids of any age! Kids will love this craft! First, they get to trace their own hand for the tree trunk and of course have fun filling it in with beautiful pink and purple hearts! It’s a lovely craft idea for any day, but simply perfect for Valentine’s… Read More
Simple crafts are sometimes the best! And this Tissue Paper Heart Craft is simple to prep and perfect at strengthening those little fingers! We love crafts here at Toddler at Play and one thing that I try to stick to when crafting is to not overcomplicate the craft. After all, I’m working with little kids who aren’t as technical and… Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day! This easy-to-make Valentine’s Day Doily Garland adds lovely decoration to any room! It’s easy to make for kids as young as toddlers to school aged and who doesn’t love painting doilies! Such a fun and unique painting activity for any kid. You’ll need just a few materials to make this garland and with an exception of doilies,… Read More
This Cardboard Penguin Craft is a fun little craft idea for kids you can do today! It’s super easy to prep. You’ll need basic craft supplies, along with a piece of cardboard. With a few simple steps, you can create these cool penguins! For this craft, we used heart-printed card stock for the belly which looks super adorable, doesn’t it? Kids will love… Read More
This Popsicle Stick Snowflake Craft is an easy winter craft for toddlers and preschoolers. The best part is that these snowflakes can be personalized and decorated as your little one wishes. Let their imagination and creativity soar! For these Popsicle Stick Snowflakes we love to use a little bit of glitter. Glitter makes everything sparkly, festive and magical. Make several… Read More
This Lid Winter Scene Craft is both beautiful and fun to make! We loved this craft idea, which, by the way, is a great way to use up any random bits and pieces of felt! It’s doable for both younger kids and older kids. For younger, pre-cut all of the felt pieces, so they can simply have fun putting it all together… Read More
This City Fireworks Craft is fun! Perfect for New Years, Memorial Day or Fourth of July! Who loves crafts using recycled materials? We sure do here at Toddler at Play and this craft is just that! It is easy to prep, using a recycled material: cardboard, plus a few basic craft supplies you probably already have at home! The steps… Read More
Are you looking for an easy, recycled craft this Christmas? Look no more, these Tissue Paper Wreaths are sweet and festive. They are super easy to make! All you need is a piece of cardboard, tissue paper, glue and ribbon. Customize and personalize these wreaths by choosing different ribbons! Plus add your own touch by adding red, green and white… Read More
These Egg Carton Christmas Trees look gorgeous and festive but are quite simple to make! Who doesn’t love a cute recycled craft? These egg carton trees are both fun to make and make a lovely mantle decor, Christmas tree ornaments or a great addition to any small world play setup! Kid’s will love making these! RELATED: Egg Carton Mushroom Craft All activities… Read More
Create your own spin on gift wrapping this year with this DIY Christmas Wrapping Paper idea! Super simple and fun to make! You’ll need just a few basic craft materials (and a sponge!) to create this beautiful wrapping paper. It’s so easy to personalize it and make is special in your own little way. Add different colors, shapes, writing, anything… Read More
If you’re looking for an easy, low-prep Christmas craft, then look no further! This Recycled Christmas Tree Craft only requires a piece of cardboard, liquid school glue, Christmas tree branches and glittery foam balls. Kids will love the simplicity of this craft. The steps are easy to follow for even the very littles ones. So grab the few materials listed below… Read More
