Are you a newbie to the art of Origami? Here's a simple Origami Carrot Craft that's perfect for beginners, complete with step-by-step instructions! Oftentimes, when we think about making a craft, our first concern is having the right supplies. Do we have the necessary pipe cleaners, buttons, pom poms or other assorted items? Sometimes not having the right supplies can put a dampener on your mood! However, there is one craft that requires nothing but just paper - something everyone has at home. Yes, we're talking about the Japanese art of Origami! For Origami, all you need is paper - any color ..read more

If you'd like to try your hand at 3D crafts, here is a pretty 3D Scene with Fox Papercraft for kids to try! The lush green is perfect for spring! We love creating forest crafts here - there's so much opportunity with green foliage, and you can add in as many animals as you like!  That's why we had a lot of fun creating a full-fledged jungle diorama, featuring lots of animals in their natural habitat. However, sometimes you want to create something simple, without overcrowding the scene. And that's where today's craft enters the picture! Today we have a 3D forest scene that features a cute ..read more

Here's a fun and easy toucan bookmark craft for kids of all ages to try! All you need are basic supplies like craft papers, scissors, glue & Sharpies! We've heard a lot about how sugary cereals are bad for your health, but can their boxes be educational? Well, they certainly were for me - it was my Fruit Loops box that taught me what a toucan looked like! Yes, Kellogg's Fruit Loops mascot, Toucan Sam, has been around for over 50 years, and is quite a popular character. The toucan is a bird native to South America, from Mexico to Argentina. While it's not as commonly represented as eagles o ..read more

These gorgeous Cherry Blossom Crafts are perfect to welcome spring & the ultimate celebration of blooms - the National Cherry Blossom Festival! We've been waiting for spring and now that it's here, we're super excited! Spring is the season for flowers, and today, the focus is particularly on one pretty bloom - the cherry blossom! Spring is also when the cherry blossom trees flower, which is why the National Cherry Blossom Festival is held during this time. And no, the festival isn't held in Asia - it's in Washington D.C.! History of the National Cherry Blossom Festival In 1906, American bo ..read more

With Dr. Seuss' birthday coming up, it's a great time to make these Lorax crafts for kids! All you need are regular craft supplies and you're all set! Dr. Seuss has created many iconic characters - each one whackier than the last! While the Cat in the Hat, Horton and the Grinch are among the most popular characters, the one that's close to my heart has got to be the Lorax.  You see, the Lorax isn't just another one of Seuss' quirky characters; it has had a great impact, and is increasingly relevant in today's world. Dr. Seuss has said that the Lorax was a result of him being angry about t ..read more

This toilet paper roll shark craft is easy to make, and is perfect for Shark Awareness Day, International Whale Shark Day or an aquatic life lesson! I first watched Jaws when I was a child, as I sneaked in while my older cousins were watching. Big mistake! For a long time after that, I was terrified of the sea and even stayed far away from the shore on the beach. Well, I'm glad that fear died down, and I was able to enjoy the beach again! However, there will be a few people of my generation whose thoughts won't go first to the Jaws movie whenever they hear the word 'shark'! Since then, we've h ..read more

STEM becomes STEAM as we integrate science with art in these awesome science art projects for kids! Get ready to get your mind blown! One day way back in 1921, a young scientist was sitting on a ship sailing on the Mediterranean Sea. He looked out at the gorgeous blue water and began to wonder - why is the sea blue? Being a scientist, he began conducting studies on this, extending his studies to the Bay of Bengal. Eventually, he discovered that the color of water is due to a 'selective absorption of longer wavelengths of light in the red and orange regions of the spectrum' due to overtone ..read more

All you need is an empty cardboard tube to make this adorable toilet paper roll robot craft! So gather your supplies, lay them out and get crafting! When you think about robots living amongst us, your thoughts probably go first to movies like Transformers and the Terminator series. However, those were a tad too serious, and we prefer the ones with fun robots. After all, since we humans are making them, we might as well make them enjoyable! 10 Fun Robot Movies for Kids WALL-E, 2008 Robots, 2005 The Mitchells vs The Machines, 2021 D.A.R.Y.L, 1985 Big Hero 6, 2014 Next Gen, 2018 Meet the Robinson ..read more

Got a dinosaur fan at home? They will love this Origami Dinosaur Craft! Easy enough to make even for Origami beginners and all you need is paper! When you think of Origami, we mostly see people making things like birds, fish, flowers, butterflies or maybe cute boxes and baskets. But an Origami dinosaur? Not so common! But that's the magic of Origami - there is no limit to what you can make. As long as there is space left in the paper to fold, you can keep going! We love this part of Origami, and that's why we've experimented with Origami octopuses, mushrooms and even ghosts! Today, we bring yo ..read more

Here are some dashing DIY Valentines Day Room Decor Ideas for teens - and the teen-at-heart! Chic, simple and elegant decor ideas you'll love! As your kids grow older, you notice little changes - they now have distinct likes and dislikes, they prefer spending more time with their friends, and they are quite critical of the way you dress or dance! Another interesting change is that they are now quite interested in making their space reflect their changing personalities and interests. Since Valentine's Day is just around the corner, we think our teens and pre-teens would like to give their rooms ..read more