59 DIY Kid-Friendly Projects

From Edible Craft Pastes to Bubble Art Paintings

— September 3, 2012 — Eco
These DIY kid-friendly projects provide great craft ideas that the whole family can get involved in. Children get bored fairly easily, and nowadays many are glued to the TV and video games. Crafts are a great way to get them interacting and away from technology, while keeping them entertained at the same time.

Projects such as the creativity canvases and LED Party balloons, are great gift ideas that are affordable and sure to surprise the little ones.

Numerous blogs such as Brit & Co. and Cakies are filled with easy-to-follow projects and recipes that are great for parents. Social media sites such as Pinterest are great ways to connect with other parents, and meet new people who can share tips and ideas.

Do-it-yourself projects are not only fun to put together but also allow for some quality family time.
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DIY Party Boxes
DIY Party Boxes
Spruce up Any Occasion With This Project by Brit Morin
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DIY Portable Juice-Boxes
DIY Portable Juice-Boxes
The Gurefuru Chuchu Juicer Turns Fruit to Drink On-the-Go
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DIY Kiddie Lacing
DIY Kiddie Lacing
Mini-Eco's Printable Sewing Cards for Tailors-in-Training
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DIY Squirmy Compost Desserts
DIY Squirmy Compost Desserts
The Disney Family Fun Mud Cake is Ideal for Children
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Kiddie Elf Accessories
Kiddie Elf Accessories
Mini-Eco's Knitted Ankle Bells are Colorful and Cute
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Time Teller Cushions
Time Teller Cushions
Ohdeedoh's 'DIY Clock Pillows' are Educational
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DIY Ghostly Jug Decorations
DIY Ghostly Jug Decorations
The 'Disney Family Fun' Spirit Lanterns are Great for Halloween
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DIY Buttoned-Up Plants
DIY Buttoned-Up Plants
The Disney Family Fun Bloomin' Flower Project Makes for a Great Gift Idea
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DIY Unraveling Surprise Gifts
DIY Unraveling Surprise Gifts
The Cakies Blog 'Love Ball' is Packed with Excitement
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DIY Lunch Containers
DIY Lunch Containers
Rodrigo Piwonka Cleverly Repurposes a CD Spindle for His Bagel
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DIY Personified Cheese Pops
DIY Personified Cheese Pops
The 'Cute Food for Kids' Babybel Snacks are Great for Children
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DIY Adhesive Artworks
DIY Adhesive Artworks
The Brit & Co. Duct Tape Canvas is an Affordable Home Decor Project
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DIY Cheesecake Pops
DIY Cheesecake Pops
The Wedding Chicks Cakepop Recipe is a Delicious Treat on a Stick
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Cute Kid Edibles
Cute Kid Edibles
These DIY Gum Ball Necklaces are Perfect Party Favors
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DIY Neon Signs
DIY Neon Signs
VisoBoard Lets Your Business Stand Out
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DIY Branded Toys
DIY Branded Toys
Custom-Made Munnys for Corporate Holiday Celebrations
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DIY Animated Jar Lids
DIY Animated Jar Lids
The ‘House to Home’ Site Shows How to Make Playful Containers
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DIY Animal Wax Holders
DIY Animal Wax Holders
The Sweetest Occasion Party Candles are Customizable
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DIY Reptilian Race Cars
DIY Reptilian Race Cars
These Turtle Shell Racers by Michale Curry Bring Mario Cart to Reality
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DIY Baby Shoes
DIY Baby Shoes
Preschoolians Personalized Footwear
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DIY Edible Craft Pastes
DIY Edible Craft Pastes
The ‘Hellobee’ Fingerpaints are Ideal for Young Children
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DIY LEGO Lamps
DIY LEGO Lamps
Hideous Lampshade Made of Melted Melange of Toy Bricks
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DIY Camera Filters
DIY Camera Filters
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Take Creative Shots
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DIY Soda Bottle Creatures
DIY Soda Bottle Creatures
The ‘Spoonful’ Polar Bear Project is a Great Way to Re-Purpo
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DIY Stamped Cookie Treats
DIY Stamped Cookie Treats
The 'Bakingdom' Halloween Baked Goods are a fun and Delicious Treat
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DIY Personalized Knapsacks
DIY Personalized Knapsacks
The 'Spoonful' Back-to-School Affordable Backpacks are Fun to Make
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DIY Repurposed Playing Cards
DIY Repurposed Playing Cards
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Make a Sentimental Gift
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Frosted Phone Covers
Frosted Phone Covers
Mr. Kate Shows How to Make Delicious-Looking Protectors
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DIY Bubble Art Paintings
DIY Bubble Art Paintings
The 'Cakies' Watercolor Project is an Easy Way to Decorate Your Abode
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DIY Flower Party Lights
DIY Flower Party Lights
The 'Oh Happy Day' Blog Makes Decorative Cupcake Liner Lighting
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DIY Repurposed Toy Planters
DIY Repurposed Toy Planters
The 'Thrillz of Hillz' Dinosaur Pots are Eye-Catching and Quirky
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DIY Gelatin Air Fresheners
DIY Gelatin Air Fresheners
The Instructables Blog Shows How to Create Your Own JELLO Scents
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DIY Paper Heroes
DIY Paper Heroes
Cubee Craft
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DIY Customized Mugs
DIY Customized Mugs
The ‘A Beautiful Mess’ Blog Shows How to Design With Sharpie Marke
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DIY Creativity Canvases
DIY Creativity Canvases
Brit Morin Shows You How to Turn Any Surface into a Drawing Pad
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DIY Giftable Paper Blouses
DIY Giftable Paper Blouses
The FISKARS Father's Day Gift Bags Are Easy to Make & Impressionable
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DIY Eco Monster Toys
DIY Eco Monster Toys
Danger Crafts Knitting Patterns Unlock Unlimited Possibilities for Creation
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DIY Plastic Figurine Packages
DIY Plastic Figurine Packages
'Hellobee' Animal Gift Boxes are Ideal for Children
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DIY Retro Cupcake Jars
DIY Retro Cupcake Jars
The 'Running With Glitter' Blog Shows You How to Make Rainbow Cakes
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DIY Postal Sachets
DIY Postal Sachets
The Brit & Co. Duct Tape Envelopes are a Funky Way to Send Mail
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DIY Mammoth Plushies
DIY Mammoth Plushies
This Love Elephant Sewing Pattern PDF Teaches You to Make Toys
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DIY Custom-Made Candy
DIY Custom-Made Candy
The Brit & Co. Jolly Rancher Treats are Easy to Make
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DIY Travel Toys
DIY Travel Toys
Wee Mouse Tin House is Cute and Compact
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DIY Celebrity Clothing Hooks
DIY Celebrity Clothing Hooks
The 'OutsaPop Trashion' Kate Moss Hangers are Ideal for Fashionistas
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DIY Edible LEGO
DIY Edible LEGO
How to Create Your Own Brick-Shaped Candy Made of Jell-O
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DIY Melting Wax Paintings
DIY Melting Wax Paintings
The Lauren Conrad Crayon Art Project is Ideal for Modern Art Lovers
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DIY Balloon Bean Bags
DIY Balloon Bean Bags
The Disney Family Fun Ball Project is Ideal for Children's Play
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DIY Butterfly Wreaths
DIY Butterfly Wreaths
The ‘A Beautiful Mess’ Feather Garland is Easy to Make
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DIY Twig Decorations
DIY Twig Decorations
The Cakies 'Sweet Bird Hanging' is a Fun Project for the Home
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Recycled Toy Lighting
Recycled Toy Lighting
DIY Doll Chandeliers
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DIY Personified Popsicles
DIY Personified Popsicles
Zoku Makes Healthy (and Fun) Summer Treats Fast
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DIY Inspiration Posters
DIY Inspiration Posters
The Brit & Co. Real Life Pinterest Board Replicates the Online Network
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DIY Duct Tape Accessories
DIY Duct Tape Accessories
The Brit & Co. Scotch Color & Patterns Jewelry is Stylish & Affordable
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DIY Jumbo Lollipop Decorations
DIY Jumbo Lollipop Decorations
The 'Trendy Tree' Blog Shows How to Make Affordable Party Accents
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DIY Tin Can Treats
DIY Tin Can Treats
The 'OUR BEST BITES' Blog Shows How to Make Customized Gifts
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DIY Magnetic Sunglasses
DIY Magnetic Sunglasses
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Make Fashionable Eyewear
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DIY LED Party Balloons
DIY LED Party Balloons
Sharon Vaknin Shows How to Light up Any Occasion
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DIY Bread Designs
DIY Bread Designs
The 'Kotaku' Hello Kitty Toast is Shaped Out of Foil
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DIY Glowing Containers
DIY Glowing Containers
The 'From Panka with Love' Blog Shows How to Make Glow-in-the-Dark Jars
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