Kids love drawing, painting, and coloring. They are constantly giving you thoughtful creations of love. Unfortunately those sweet artwork gifts can start taking over your fridge, counters, drawers, and every other available space. You don’t want to hurt their feeling by getting rid of any of it but you can’t continue getting buried under art. This DIY children’s artwork display is the solution. Hang it on the wall to show off their awesome creations and create the rule that you can only keep what they want displayed on it. Older artwork gets filed away or recycled.

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Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

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Materials

Clothespins
Glitter
Pompoms (Optional instead of glitter)
Mod Podge
Paintbrush (Optional)
Ribbon

Step 1

Give each child 5 clothespins, some Mod Podge, glitter, and a paintbrush.

Notes:

If you don’t want to clean up the glitter mess at the end of this craft, give your kids some pompoms instead.

Have each child decorate clothespins on a plastic placement for easier clean up no matter which decoration you choose.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Step 2

Add a generous amount of Mod Podge to the front of each clothespin with your paintbrush (or your finger).

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Step 3

Next, cover the layer of Mod Podge with glitter.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Note:

Replace the glitter with pompoms if you are not using glitter.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Step 4

Set glittery clothespins aside and allow the Mod Podge to dry completely.

Step 5

Seal the glitter with an additional coat of Mod Podge.

Tip:

Skip this step if you are using pompoms.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Step 6

Again, set the clothespins aside to dry completely.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Step 7

While they dry, cut a piece of ribbon that is 4-5 feet long.

Tip:

You want the DIY children’s artwork display to be long enough to hold 5 pieces of artwork at one time, yet small enough to fit on the wall that you plan to hang it on.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Step 8

Attach the clothespins to the ribbon 8 to 10 inches apart.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Tip:

Wrap the ribbon around the spring part of your clothespins to keep them from shifting on the display once it is hung.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

Step 9

Lastly, pin the display tautly to the wall.

Hang this DIY children’s artwork display on the wall to show off kid's creations and control artwork clutter at the same time!

How totally easy is this DIY children’s artwork display? We made one for each kid. Now they can each choose 5 pieces of artwork to display at a time. They choose their favorites and I get to keep paper clutter under control. It is a win-win. Even better is that this craft is made with the Creative Play Kit from Michaels. Don’t forget to check out Bust Summer Boredom with Weekly Crafts to learn more about it. Then check back next week for our next easy kids’ craft! You can also check out more fun crafts today with our DIY Googly Eye Monogram and our Paper Flower Wall Art!

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Yesterday we celebrated my brother-in-law’s 30^th birthday with a huge party full of food, family, and fun. His parents rented a venue right next to a local park and we spent the day running around with the kids playing, swinging, and laughing. It was a particularly special day for my in-laws because when my brother-in-law was 2 years old he was diagnosed with cancer and they never knew if this birthday would even come. It is a beautiful reminder to celebrate the time that you have with your loved ones. At the end of the day we were happy, grateful, and exhausted. With that in mind, I wanted to round up 15 backyard DIY activities that let you soak up summer fun with your family.

Get blissful rest at the end of the night with these 15 backyard DIY activities. Let the kids burn off energy with games that last well into the night.

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Glow In the Dark Water Balloons (Michelle at The Scrap Shoppe Blog)

What better way to cool off from the summer heat than by pelting each other with water balloons in the dark? Find out how to make them with Michelle.

Make Your Own Yard Dice (Tylynn at Little Bitti Living)

Get the party started with a game of backyard Yahtzee when you make these DIY yard dice.

$1 Soda Bottle Sprinkler (Brandy at Glue Sticks Blog)

This one is perfect to have some backyard fun on a budget. One dollar and a drill lets you laugh all day long.

Make This Super Easy DIY Kids Sit & Spin Toy (Stephanie at Abbotts at Home)

It doesn’t get much cuter than this DIY sit and spin toy. (Although, I must admit that after riding on the merry-go-round at the park with the kiddos yesterday, I am old and do not enjoy spinning anymore.)

DIY Giant Backyard Glow Pong (DIY Adulation)

Let the kids choose mom or dad’s team to compete for glory with this giant backyard game!

Fun DIY Sidewalk Chalk Projects (Ang at Juggling Act Mama)

There are so many fun activities that you can do with sidewalk chalk and Ang has some ideas for you right here.

DIY Outdoor Playhouse (Amanda at Love and Renovations)

Can you believe how easy this playhouse is? This is definitely next on our backyard to-do list!

Sandbox with Lid: An Inexpensive Alternative (Angie at The Country Chic Cottage)

This is downright genius. Keep the sand clean, put away, and easily accessible with this idea.

Dinosaur Excavating Activities (Brandy at Glue Sticks Blog)

All of these look like a blast! Let your kids be archaeologists for the day with any or all of these excavation ideas.

Glow-in-the-Dark Scavenger Hunt (DIY Adulation)

Rock your next family night with an epic glow-in-the-dark scavenger hunt!

Giant Bubble Recipe (Sarah at Must Have Mom)

Bubbles are endless fun. Giant bubbles are the coolest outdoor activity ever! Get the recipe from Sarah.

Freestanding DIY Hook and Ring Game Tutorial (Wendy at H20 Bungalow)

Looking for an awesome game that doesn’t take up a ton of space? Then this hook and ring game from Wendy is for you.

Outdoor Movie Screen (Heather at The Heathered Nest)

Slow the fun down and surprise your kids by having the next family movie night outside!

Sidewalk Paint Rockets (Brandy at Glue Sticks Blog)

Make sidewalk paint even more fun by turning it into rockets. 3… 2… 1… Blastoff!

DIY Glow Can Toss (DIY Adulation)

This easy outdoor game uses materials you already have at home for a fun and active family competition.

Get blissful rest at the end of the night with these 15 backyard DIY activities. Let the kids burn off energy with games that last well into the night.

With these 15 backyard DIY activities there will be some peaceful sleep had in your home this summer. Let the kids burn off energy with hands-on activities and games that last well into the night. Now, it is time for more fun ideas at the Merry Monday link party! Link up your awesome posts below and be inspired by what your friends are creating. Don’t forget to check out the round-ups from the rest of our hosts to see if your posts were featured this week!

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Get blissful rest at the end of the night with these 15 backyard DIY activities. Let the kids burn off energy with games that last well into the night.

It’s Friday and that means it is time for another summer boredom buster. This week we are bringing the outdoors inside with this paper flower wall art. All you need is your Creative Play Kit to make this awesome craft. Before we get to the tutorial I have a tip for doing this craft with small children. Mom should complete steps 1 through 6 and let little ones complete the rest of the craft. Older kids can make the entire project independently. Okay, now let’s get this craft started.

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It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

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Materials (All Found in the Creative Play Kit)

10-15 Sheets of Construction Paper
Colored Pencils
Glue Sticks
Scissors
Chenille Stems

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 1

First, draw 2 flower petals on a sheet of construction paper.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 2

Use that drawing as the pattern and cut through all of your sheets (except for one set aside) of construction paper.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 3

After you have cut out your flower petals, fold the stack of petals in half.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 4

Next, take your piece of construction paper set aside and fold it in half.

Step 5

Then fold the sheet of construction paper in half again.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 6

Draw a circle on the folded up construction paper.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 7

Next, cut out your circles.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 8

Use one circle as the base for your flower and add glue to the edge.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 9

Begin adding your petals to the circle.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 10

Continue adding petals until you are happy with your flower.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 11

Next, add 5-10 chenille stems through the center of your flower.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 12

Twist the backs of your chenille stems to secure them.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Step 13

Lastly, wrap each chenille stem around a colored pencil to create a spring.

It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.

Hang your paper flower wall art on the wall and you’re done. This turned out so well that the flowers are currently hanging on our living room wall. You just can’t help but smile looking at them. Your kids will no doubt want some to hang in their rooms as well, so you may let them make multiples. It’s a perfect craft for a rainy summer afternoon to help keep kids creative and entertained. If you’re looking for even more fun summer crafts check out this DIY Kids Behavior System and this Googly Eye Monogram. You will be happy crafters all weekend long.

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It is time for another summer boredom buster! Find out how to bring the outdoors inside with this DIY kids paper flower wall art.