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Crafts for your Kids
Projects for Children

by Barbara Whiting
for About.com

"Mom, I'm bored!" As parents we hear that too many times during the day. Here are some easy to create craft ideas to keep your little ones busy for hours.
  • Apple Cinnamon Dough
    This easy to make dough is perfect for shaping into various fun designs.

  • CD Wreath
    Don't know what to do with all those extra CDs laying around the house? Try this easy to make wreath.

  • Homemade Placemats
    Perfect for the holidays, these placemats are both fun and easy for you and your children to make.

  • Indian Headband
    Even your younger children will enjoy creating these Indian Headbands.

  • Indian Dance Stick
    This fun Indian Dance Stick uses odds and ends you will probably have on hand.

  • Homemade Bubble Bath
    With your supervision, you and your children will have fun creating your own bubble bath.

  • Soap Crayons
    Your children will have fun bathing with these homemade soap crayons.

  • Bubbles
    Make your own homemade bubble solution; your kids will have hours of fun blowing bubbles.

  • Peanut Butter Playdough
    This easy to make dough can even be eaten after your kids finish playing with it.

  • Salt Dough
    This salt dough only requires three ingredients. Your children can create fun shapes and designs.

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