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This craft category is a huge collection of fun kids crafts and awesome DIY ideas for children! Simple & frugal crafts for kids, seasonal kids crafts ( winter crafts for kids, spring crafts for kids..), holiday crafts for kids ( Christmas crafts for kids, Easter crafts for kids..), DIY toys & board games, free sewing patterns ( Halloween costumes, kids clothes, plushies, baby toys ..), free crochet patterns (crochet clothing, amigurumis ... ), keepsakes, easy DIY gifts (mother's day gifts, father's day gifts, teacher appreciation gifts) ... and a lot more!
Soft blue plush amigurumi monkey (free crochet pattern)
The best things in life are free - like this lovely amigurumi monkey pattern by Anna Denisova at Amigurumi Space ! Like most of the people, you are likely to ask what exactly amigurumi is until you see the beautiful patterns and you instantly fall in love with it. Amigurumi is a Japanese crocheting technique of creating fun and beautiful stuffed animals using yarns , just like this lovely little monkey. So grab a few skeins of yarn , make this lovely amigurumi monkey today and create a darling new stuffed animal for your loved one.
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Cute little girls ( step-by-step polymer clay tutorial )
Polymer clay is a wonderful craft material! It's inexpensive, easy to find, and can be molded into anything you can dream of! In this nice step-by-step video tutorial you can learn the sculpting and finishing techniques with polymer clay thorough the creation of this super cute polimer clay girl. Of course, you can use other materials to create the sitting girl figurines : in can be an adorable cake topper / cake decoration from fondant , you can create cute home decors with them from air drying clay!
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Easy paper plate Santa craft for kids
Create festive Christmas crafts with the kids! Today we are sharing a fun looking Santa paper plate craft with you created by Andreja Vucajnk. Whether you’re crafting with a preschooler  or a school aged child at this Christmas, this Santa craft is fun for a wide range of age groups. Paper plates, paint and white glue are the kids best crafting friends! So pull out the paint and the paper plates and follow along Andreja's tutorial on how to make this fun Christmas paper plate craft: Santa!
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DIY Cute (kawaii) paper rainbow - Kkid craft idea
We are sharing another wonderful rainbow kids' craft tutorial with you today :  a cute (kawaii) paper rainbow kid craft (in noway limited just for kids). This is a quick and super easy paper craft to make, so it can be a perfect  project for hands on scissor practice in the classroom as it doubles up as a wonderful decoration. Easy peasy and fun, right?  This cute paper rainbow kid craft can be done in under minutes and the finished artwork can be placed somewhere in the kids' room as a cute,colorful and frugal  decoration!
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DIY Thanksgiving thumbprint fall leaf keepsake card
Are you going to be spending the Thanksgiving holiday away from some of your loved ones this year? Send them a little something to let them know you are still thinking of and missing them. Create this Thanksgiving card with your little ones fingerprints ( or your own ) and send them a note to express your gratitude for them. At the end, Amy also shares how you can print this out to make some fun Thanksgiving decor too.
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Easter bunny gift bags with free printable tags
Need a last minute Easter craft idea? These adorable Easter bunny gift bags are a breeze and turn out so cute! Linda from Craftaholics Anonimous give us a free printable gift tag to help the Easter gift decorating process. So create some adorable Easter bunny treat bags for kids with your extra grocery bags! This super cute Easter gift wrapping idea will work with any size brown grocery bag you have. Drop a candy bag into your bunny bag, and it is ready to bring a smile to “somebunny’s” face! If you haven't got mini pompoms at hand, you can simply paint it!
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Baby clothes memory bear (with free sewing pattern)
Look at this super cute and soft teddy bear by PACountryCrafts! It's not just an adorable soft toy  (suitable for small children and babies) but it's made from onesies which is a great way to upcycle old baby clothes into beautiful keepsakes! If you have some more fabrics scraps you can make a cute blanket for the memory bear! At PACountryCrafts you will find the free printable teddy bear pattern and a nice step-by-step sewing tutorial:
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Snowman & snow girl dolls (free sewing pattern)
Do you love sewing ? Are you looking for a super cute soft plush toy for your kids ? Try this snowman softie ! This adorable snowman plush toy is a perfect Christmas gift or you can give them for any special occasion! At Masterclass.ru you will find the free sewing pattern and a nice step-by-step assembling and sewing tutorial ! You can add extra elements to your snowman plushies ,or sew / crochet a few accessories for them! Who can resist this sweet snowman face ?
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DIY Sock shark - free sewing pattern and tutorial
Craft Passion's latest free sewing pattern for stuffed animal plush toy ,the super handsome sock shark ( as usual ) comes with a free downloadable & printable template . This cute sock shark is sewed from a single piece of adult ankle sock ( a pair can make 2 sharks ),a scrap of white felt, a pair of button eyes and yellow embroidery floss, it is then stuffed by the polyester filling material to hold its shape. For your ease of sewing, along with the details of the instruction, Craft Passion has also included the pattern templat e on the tutorial page, so let's get sewing:
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Little blue soft amigurumi bunny with carrot (free crochet patterns)
Crochet your very own adorable cuddly amigurumi bunny toy by following along Mariya Kostyuchenko, Olga Filippova and Yana Dymskaya's wonderful free amigurumi patterns at Amigurumi Space ! This super adorable amigurumi bunny is such a cute friend for toddlers as well as a beautiful handmade Easter gift for grownups. If you'd like to make this adorable crochet / amigurumi bunny bigger ( for an absolutely giant bunny ) simply use a thicker, heavier weight yarn. You can also make this lovely huggable amigurumi bunny from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it.
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DIY Snow covered felt Christmas trees - Christmas decor from felt
Make a wonderful snow covered DIY Felt Christmas tree ! As usual, Craft And Creativity will show you how to make this lovely little Christmas decor from felt scraps, in no time! Begin by cutting felt circles and choosing your favorite felt colors. Too adorable! This cute little felt pine tree ( or Christmas tree ) is just a perfect easy & quick little Christmas craft project to clear that felt scrap stash. This simple felt christmas tree ( in smaller sizes ) also can be a great Christmas tree ornament or you can attach them to your Christmas presents - either way they will be a great hit! The kids will love to make these adorable little felt Christmas trees , and at Craft And Creativity you will find many more lovely felt Christmas crafts to make! Let's get crafty!
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DIY Egg carton Easter carrot treat bag with felt bunnies
Easter is right around the corner so now is a great time to hop into some spring crafting ! Today CreativeMamy will show you how to transform an ordinary egg carton into a super cute carrot treat bag. This egg carton Easter treat bag is just a perfect addition to your little one’s Easter basket! These little carrot treat bags hold lots of goodies. They make a really fun alternative to those little plastic eggs! And they will last, so you can fill them year after year! These carrot Easter treat bags are small and easy , making them a great craft project for beginners, b ut they are still big enough to hold plenty of treats ! You can make a few or make a whole bushel.
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100 Easy DIY last-minute halloween and dress up costumes
In this nice video tutorial you will find 100 different halloween/dress up party costume ! Unbelievable, isn't it? Each of these DIY costumes are super easy, quick and doesn't need special craft equipment or skills to make! The most of the costumes can be made with simple everyday household objects / outfits. If you haven't got any costume ideas for this year's halloween or dress up party for yourself or for the kids, watch this nice DIY costume collection video ! Absolutelly worth the time! In this collection you will find simple movie character outfits, animal costumes , cartoon character costumes , pun costumes and a lot more!
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DIY play kitchen for kids with cardboard boxes
Do you have a few empty cardboard boxes in your garage? Don't throw them out! Luckily, a whole new life awaits them as an adorable play kitchen for kids! This darling cardboard kitchen gives a second life to those old cardboard boxes ! This cardboard box upcycling project is not just a super way to save money but its also a brilliant way to create a unique and fun toy for your kids. You can add to this toy kitchen any extra decorations or utensils that you want from cardboard or simple household " trash " , and of course you can create other play sets with this fun cardboard box recycling idea ( imagine a play garden shed, a work station with tools, or a car repair station! )
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Amigurumi snowman Christmas ornaments (free crochet patterns)
Between the hustle and bustle take time to enjoy a cup of coffee ( or hot cocoa ) and do a little crocheting : let's crochet cute snowman ornaments to pair with your Christmas decoration ! This crochet project is super easy and quick , it can be a perfect choice if you haven't got too much time or skill in crochet ! These cute snowman ornaments ( or keychains ) can be great ( Christmas ) gifts for your friends or kids. So head to amigurum.com and create this lovely little crochet ornament ( designed by the talented crocheter Ekaterina Ustinova )
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DIY Gorgeous origami spring flowers (paper folding)
What can be better than an inexpensive , quick , but still gorgeous and colorful spring decor which involves flowers ? These beautiful paper origami ( spring ) flowers can be made literally in minutes and they will spice up any boring wall space in your house ! You can use the paper folded flowers to decorate the kids' room at any time of the year, if you are not into spring decors. With this super video paper folding tutorial you can make a few origami flower with your kids from a few sheets of colorful origami paper or from leftover wrapping papers ( even wrapping paper pieces will working well with this origami project ) !
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Quick and easy DIY banana costume (costume making tutorial)
This DIY banana costume by Studio DIY is perhaps the easiest and funniest costume we’ve ever seen! Fun, colorful and instantly recognizable! Deciding on a costume for a party or Halloween is never easy. Buying or renting costumes can also be an expensive investment, especially if you go to a lot of themed parties. This super fun banana costume is an easy and affordable way to stand out at any party! There are so many different types of fruits you can dress up as, such as apples, bananas, strawberries, and grapes, and if there are a couple of you going together, you could even go as a fruit bowl!
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DIY Flamingo handprint craft - fun summer craft for kids
You know that we LOVE handprint crafts ! Especially if it's a fun summer craft ! This pink flamingo handprint craft by The Best Ideas For Kids is just perfect for those long summer afternoons. We love how colorful this lovely flamingo craft is! This handprint flamingo craft is such a fun summer craft for kids and a great way to spark creativity. This paper flamingo handprint craft is super simple and fun to create. ( This craft would also make a great activity for a flamingo theme summer party - even you could use them as invitations ! )
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DIY Clay pot angel - adorable Christmas decoration
Clay flowerpots are a great starting place for many crafts! Thrifty Fun's step-by-step craft tutorial will teach you how to make this lovely clay pot angel . By following this tutorial you can create this wonderful Christmas ornament / Christmas decor in no time! Even the kids can create their own adorable clay pot angels because this is a fun and easy Christmas craft project! Use this adorable clay pot angel as a cute Christmas decor or you can gift it to your friends/ family members as a lovely handmade Christmas gift!
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DIY Watermelon painted rocks - rock painting for kids
These watermelon painted rocks by Projects With Kids are just adorable! These cute watermelon rocks are easy enough for kids to do on their own and make a great summer craft project for at home, for summer camp or even a summer party. You could put the finished watermelon rocks in your garden to enjoy, or simply find a spot to display them inside. Plus: rock hunting is a fun way to get outside into nature , spend time with family, spread kindness, and unite communities. So get those rocks and let's paint watermelons :
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Peek-a-boo clothespin eggs ( fun Easter craft for kids )
Who loves fun Easter crafts ? We do! Easter is in the air, and this means doing fun, seasonal crafts with your kids! This time One Little Project will show you how to make fun & cute little peek-a-boo chicks out of a few boring clothespins. This clothespin craft is super easy, inexpensive, and fun - the kids will love it! This little clothespin chick craft can be a great addition to your Easter greeting cards, treat bags, or you could turn them into magnets for the fridge... either way: kids will love transforming flat clothespins into fun hatching chicks !
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Pascal (chameleon) costume - Disney (Tangled)
If you looking for a fun and cozy Disney costume this Pascal (chameleon) costume (from Tangled) is a perfect choice for you! This halloween / dress up party costume is completely made of fleece, perfect for a cool Halloween night.  The hands and feet are connected to the sleeves and pant legs but are strapped in place with elastic.
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Regina the amigurumi witch ( free amigurumi pattern )
Are you looking for adorable free amigurumi patterns ? Do you love Halloween and witches ? Crochet this cute little amigurumi witch by Jess Huff! Besides it's super adorable, this amigurumi witch pattern is completely free ! One of the nice things about amigurumi is that the exact size is rarely important, so you don’t need to worry about matching the designer’s gauge. Provided your stitches are compact enough that they won’t gape open to leaving large holes between them when you add the stuffing, you have the freedom to experiment with different yarns and hooks to give you a different-sized result. So grab your hooks and create this adorable amigurumi witch now!
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Little amigurumi owl pattern (free crochet pattern)
Know an owl lover? We've got the perfect gift idea for them: a crochet winking owl keychain! Whether you're gifting it as a toy or as home decor, this free amigurumi pattern by I Crochet Things will thrill owl fanatics. This cute crochet ( amigurumi ) owl can be a perfect handmade gift or handmade toy for your kids / grandkids because, this super adorable amigurumi owl is a perfect soft toy for both boys and girls! In this great amigurumi blog you will find a wonderful free amigurumi owl pattern which will help you to create this adorable crocheted toy! You can use any color and style yarn to crochet your own adorable amigurumi owls , they will look adorable and fun in any form!
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Amigurumi pineapple drawstring bag (free crochet bag pattern)
We love how versatile crochet is as one day you can be making a sweater, and the next day you can be making a fun pineapple bag ! All About Ami designed and crocheted this lovely little pineapple purse. Isn't it super adorable? And it’s practical too! ( Your little ones will love storing their treasure in such a cute purse , and grown-ups can use them to store essentials like sunglasses, sunscreen, cell phone and some cash at the beach! ) Get the free pineapple drawstring bag ( pineapple purse ) pattern at allaboutami.com and let's get crocheting :
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Leaf clay bowl - easy fall craft
Are you looking for an easy but still gorgeous ( and usefull ) fal craft for yourself or for the kids ? Try these autumn leaf bowls ! The autumn leaf clay bowl can be a perfect gift for a teacher or a simple but still beautiful fall decor ! You can make the leaf bowls with any air drying clay / polimer clay or even with a homemade salt-dough ! Paint them to a nice fall color or use any vibrant/pastel color, it will be good in any form! ( You can alterate the leaf bowl's shape as well if you don't love mapple leaves )
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DIY Fabric pocket embroidery hoop organizer
Look at these fun and useful embroidery hoop wall organizers ( created by Sweet Red Poppy ) ! Brilliant idea, isn't it? And this lovely little pocket organizer is also super easy to make: you just need a little piece of fabric and an embroidery hoop ! ( No sewing, no glue mess, you can make them without any craft skills or supplies ) And the best in this nice upcycling craft project is: you can change the pockets easily so you can change it in every season to different colors /patterns if you would like to! It can be a perfect room decor for teens or for your office , plus you can use them to organize small stationery ( or simply use them as modern wall decors ) .
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Adorable scarecrow paper plate craft for kids
We couldn’t be more excited about sharing this adorable paper bowl scarecrow craft with you today because we love everything about the fall season ! Apples and pumpkins and Halloween and scarecrowsFall time is the best! If you are looking for a fabulous fall craft to make at home or in the classroom this scarecrow craft is perfect. This cute little paper plate scarecrow would be perfect hung up on a harvest themed bulletin board!
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Perez - the tooth fairy mouse (free amigurumi pattern)
This super cute amigurumi mouse by Amour Fou is the most adorable tooth fairy alternative we've ever seen! Be completely prepared when your kids starts loosing their baby teeth : crochet this unusual tooth fairy toy , Perez the amigurumi tooth mouse to hold his / her tooth ! Besides being totally adorable, this crochet mouse pattern is completely free , so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budge t. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, Perez the tooth mouse is a great amigurumi pattern for you! ( And of course the kids will LOVE him! )
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