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.

 

 

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.

Child makes a thumbprint bookmark for a Father's Day gift.

A Simple Father’s Day Gift Kids Can Make for Dad

By Grandma Sandy | May 29, 2024

For a minimalist Father’s Day gift, kids can make adorable bookmarks. Choose from pressed flowers or fingerprint art.

Kids work on various summer vacation projects with grandma.

The Best Summer Vacation Ideas to Entertain Kids Now

By Grandma Sandy | May 15, 2024

What to do with the grandkids this summer? Try these fun craft, food, and game ideas to keep kids entertained.

Mother's Day gift is a ring holder made with air dry clay and a homemade gift tag.

Use Air Dry Clay to Make A Mother’s Day Gift

By Grandma Sandy | May 1, 2024

Craft a heart-shaped ring dish from air dry clay plus more Mother’s Day gift ideas for grandkids to make for mom.

Condominium is made from a fruit box; car is made from a. toilet paper roll.

Use Imagination to Make the Best toys from Throwaways

By Grandma Sandy | April 17, 2024

Make a condo from boxes and other fun toys from throwaways to kickstart imagination and creativity in kids.

Stuffed panda wears an AirTag heart so she can be tracked, if lost.

How to Keep a Child’s Stuffie from Getting Lost

By Grandma Sandy | April 10, 2024

Make a heart-shaped AirTag holder out of felt so you can track a stuffie lost in travel or on the playground.

Child listening to music, creates original art to express the music.

Arts and Crafts for Kids: How to Get Started Now

By Grandma Sandy | March 27, 2024

Nurture creativity in kids through arts and crafts. Try our two art projects and learn ways to introduce art to daily life.