Grandma Crafts

Here in our Grandma Crafts section, you'll find great ideas for projects to do with kids, from simple to complex. Our craft projects are designed to teach skills and build confidence. And there are few activities more rewarding than crafting together with your grandchild. We continue to update this section; check back for new ideas.

 

 

Leaves cut for a thankful tree.

Thankful Tree and other Useful Crafts for Thanksgiving

By Grandma Sandy | November 20, 2024

Have kids make a thankful tree and other useful crafts so they can have a hand in the Thanksgiving festivities.

Life-size dolls of a child are wearing the child's clothes.

A DIY Christmas Gift to Make for a Grandchild Now

By Grandma Sandy | October 30, 2024

It’s not too early to start your DIY Christmas gifts for the grandkids, like these life-size dolls.

Make-ahead meatloaf is slathered in ketchup.

Try these Great Fall Projects you Can Start on Now

By admin | October 23, 2024

Fall is the best time to start something new. Try a new recipe, new craft, or new project. Check our ideas.

Pumpkins are turned into jack-o-lanterns by drawing faces with markers.

Spooky Halloween Crafts for Kids to Make Now

By Grandma Sandy | October 9, 2024

Plan Halloween craft projects with the grandkids to get them into the spirit of the spooky season.

Child tries out DIY lightsaber for a Death Star piñata.

How to Make a Lightsaber from a Gift Wrap Roll

By Grandma Sandy | September 11, 2024

To make a lightsaber, use a gift wrap roll and wrap with tissue paper. Duct tape makes the hilt.

Star Wars Death Star piñata is made with newspaper strips glued to a balloon.

How to Make a DIY Star Wars Death Star Piñata

By Grandma Sandy | September 4, 2024

Make a Star Wars Death Star piñata for a child’s birthday party. Follow easy step-by-step instructions.

Fairy house is made with toilet paper rolls and felt or cardstock.

Fairy House and Garden for Kids in Love with Fairies

By Grandma Sandy | July 31, 2024

What child isn’t enchanted by fairies? Here are three sweet fairy projects you and a child can craft together.

Suncatchers are a fun arts and crafts project for kids.

Summer Arts and Crafts for Kids to Make Now

By Grandma Sandy | July 10, 2024

Try these arts and crafts projects to engage kids on summer vacation, who are looking for fun things to do.

Kids at a birthday party make fairy gardens.

How to Start Great Gardening Projects for Kids Now

By Grandma Sandy | June 19, 2024

The design manager of a popular garden center shares fun gardening projects to connect kids with nature.

Child examines throwaway items for creative inspiration.

Exercise to Spark Creativity and Imagination in Kids

By Grandma Sandy | June 5, 2024

A way to spark creativity in kids is to give them a few trash items and challenge them to create original toys.