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
Recycled Crafts
City Fireworks Craft
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
Tissue Paper Wreath Craft
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
Egg Carton Christmas Trees
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
Recycled Christmas Tree Craft
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
Recycled Leaf Turkey Craft
If you’re looking for a fun and easy Thanksgiving craft for kids, look no further! This Recycled Leaf Turkey Craft is perfect. Simple to prep, easy for little ones to make and so festive! For this craft, you’ll need a few colorful, vibrant leaves from the outdoors. So go on a Leaf Scavenger Hunt, while you’re at it. Have fun… Read More
Fall Bouquet Craft
This Fall Bouquet Craft is the perfect craft idea for Fall. Simple, easy and beautiful! Kids will love the simple steps for creating these Autumn Bouquets and you will too! The prep for this craft is minimal. You’ll need a piece of cardboard, colored permanent markers and assorted Fall leaves, that’s it! RELATED: Leaf Symmetry All activities should be supervised by an… Read More
Feathery Owl Craft
Are you looking for a fun way to use up an old cardboard box? Try this Feathery Owl Craft! These owls are super easy to make, making this the perfect craft idea for toddlers and preschoolers. You’ll need simple craft materials, such as liquid school glue, craft feathers, googly eyes and card stock. You probably have all of those materials in… Read More
Bubble Wrap Sunflower Craft
This Bubble Wrap Sunflower Craft is a lovely, recycled craft idea for Fall. You’ll be surprised at how easy and quick it is to prep this craft. It makes a wonderful, spontaneous craft any day. It’s perfect for kids of all ages and makes a wonderful craft project for classrooms. For this craft you’ll need basic craft supplies, like paint, paintbrushes,… Read More
Egg Carton Ice Cream Craft
Want an easy and super sweet egg carton craft? This Egg Carton Ice Cream Craft is it! Kids will love using recycled materials to create their own little sprinkled ice cream cone of choice! It’s super quick to prep too, using only basic materials, like pom-poms, liquid school glue and pipecleaners. watch this fun video All activities should be supervised by… Read More
Cotton Round Ice Cream Craft
Are you ready for a fun ice cream craft? This Cotton Round Ice Cream Craft will be your kids new favorite summer idea, guaranteed! It’s super easy to set up too! All you need is a piece of cardboard and a few craft supplies and you’ve got this craft set up in under 5 minutes. Kids will love creating their… Read More
Cardboard Woodland Animal Puppets
These Cardboard Woodland Animal Puppets are a fun recycled craft idea for kids of any age. Create these lovely woodland animal puppets using cardboard and a few basic craft supplies. Kids will love painting their animals and adding the pom-poms for the nose! These really do come out super adorable and I guarantee you, these will be used by your little… Read More