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.

 

 

A collection of handmade valentines.

How to Make Easy DIY Valentines with the Grandkids

By Grandma Sandy | January 31, 2024

Make valentines with the grandkids using acrylic paints, tissue paper, and cardstock. Then have a family party!

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The Best Activities for Kids with a Luau Theme

By Grandma Sandy | January 24, 2024

Plan some simple activities for kids to enhance a winter luau: construction paper leis and woven placemats.

Holiday greeting card from Call Me Grandma blog.

Happy Holiday Ideas from Call Me Grandma!

By Grandma Sandy | December 20, 2023

Holiday ideas for table setting, decorating, gift giving, and family activities. A roundup from past posts.

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Kids Crafts: the Best Easy DIY Christmas Wreaths

By Grandma Sandy | December 13, 2023

Help grandkids to make a mini wreath to decorate their room for the holidays. Pick from two wreath options.

Kids dip disposable spoons in chocolate and decorate with sprinkles to make cocoa spoons.

Easy DIY Christmas Gift Ideas Kids can Make

By Grandma Sandy | December 6, 2023

A simple Christmas gift kids can make for mom and dad: Cocoa Stirring Spoons. Easy and fun!

Cookie and candy cane trees make a delightful Christmas centerpiece.

How to Make a Cookie Christmas Centerpiece

By Grandma Sandy | November 29, 2023

Make this festive Christmas centerpiece for a special dinner. Kids can pluck off the treats for dessert!

A collection of tiny Christmas stockings, ready to fill.

Christmas Crafts: How to Make Tiny Stockings

By Grandma Sandy | November 22, 2023

There are so many fun uses for easy-to-make tiny Christmas stockings crafted from felt and trim scraps.

These ghosts are made with cheesecloth, white glue, and black felt scraps.

Make this Easy Halloween Craft with Kids

By Grandma Sandy | October 25, 2023

Make these ghosts with the grandkids for Halloween. All you need is cheesecloth, glue, and black felt.

Tiny food made from polymer clay for a doll's bento lunch.

Fun Ways to Make Easy Polymer Clay Crafts

By Grandma Sandy | October 11, 2023

A doll’s bento lunch is just one of the many things you–or the grandkids–can make with easy-to-use polymer clay.

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How to Make Cute New Pumpkins from Old Socks

By Grandma Sandy | September 27, 2023

These pumpkins are easy and inexpensive to stitch from old socks. Older grandkids can make them with you.