Learn how to create vibrant rainbow art collages using craft supplies. A fun way to explore colors and textures! It’s beginning to feel a little like spring here in Maine and so we are starting to pull out the springtime crafts. With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, we’re focusing on all things rainbows! […] The post How to Make Rainbow Art Collages for Kids appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Discover inspiring books about creativity that will spark imagination, foster self-expression, and encourage creative thinking! One of the wonderful things about nurturing creativity in kids is watching how one idea sparks the next. Whether your little ones enjoy painting, building, or inventing their own stories, these books will open up new worlds of creative possibilities […] The post The Best Children’s Books about Creativity appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Celebrate the start of spring with these spring crafts kids will love, including suncatchers, flower crafts, and garden and nature activities. Updated March 2025 Here at the Artful Parent, we like to celebrate Spring by crafting together using the colors of the season: The light greens of newly emerging leaves Pinks all around us when […] The post 20 Spring Crafts for Kids appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

We love to use playdough as part of a dramatic play bakery. Learn some simple tips on how to create a fun pretend play set up for your kids. Updated January 2025 We don’t know about your kids, but when our kids play with playdough, it usually turns into pretend play rather than just sculpting […] The post How to Set Up a Dramatic Play Bakery with Playdough appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Wood sculptures for kids are easy to make with wood pieces and hot glue. Paint or add additional details with permanent markers. Updated February 2025 Making sculptures with wood pieces is a fun and easy way for kids to be creative in a totally different way than drawing or painting. They can stack, build, and […] The post How to Make Easy Wood Sculptures for Kids appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Children's picture books can inspire young children to make art and be creative! The post Our Favorite Picture Books for Kids appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Learn how to make adorable Wicked-inspired valentines for kids with an easy paper marbling technique, perfect for the crafty witches and wizards in your life! Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to get creative with kids, and these Wicked-inspired valentines are sure to add a little extra magic to the season. Whether your child is […] The post How to Make Wicked Valentines for Kids appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Get ready to host a Valentine art party for kids, filled with all your favorite heart-themed crafts! Here are some easy and creative ideas to make your party fun and full of love! You may have noticed we LOVE Valentine’s Day here at the Artful Parent. All the hearts, all the love, all the crafts! […] The post How to Throw a Valentine Art Party for Kids appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Learn how to make candles by pouring wax over ice in small milk cartons. This fun craft produces beautiful, textured candles. I grew up making these ice candles with my mom. Last winter, we decided to try it again with my kids. The process is simple and the results are beautiful! When you pour hot […] The post How to Make Candles with Ice appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more

Turn headbands into fun party crowns using pipe cleaners and a few simple add ons! This easy DIY is perfect for any celebration. We saw these party crowns making the rounds on social media when looking for some fun New Years crafts for kids and just had to give them a try. They were the […] The post How to Make Party Crowns for Kids appeared first on The Artful Parent ..read more