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DIY Summer Boredom Box for Kids | Easy Recycled Craft

06.05.2019 by Marie // Leave a Comment

If you let your kiddos spend every hour of every day playing video games you won’t hear “I’m bored” from them much. Of course, you also don’t want them wasting away in front of the TV so you set limits on how much they can play each day. That’s when the inevitable moaning about “There’s nothing to do” starts and this DIY summer boredom box for kids comes in.

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Collage of Colorful Discs and Tissue Box with Flower with text overlay - DIY Summer Boredom Box for Kids

 

Make life easier this summer break! Anytime your child complains about being bored, or some variant thereof, send them to this DIY summer boredom box for kids. Click To Tweet

Wondering how to keep the kids occupied all summer long? See our list of Summer Activities for Kids of All Ages!

We have partnered with some savvy blogging Mom’s and Grandma’s to bring you a collection of summer fun ideas to do with kids of all ages from Pre-K up to those precious teens. Be sure to scroll all the way down for even more ideas!

 

Colorful Boredom Box with Flower next to Discs

Stop Summer Boredom in Its Tracks

We’re only a week into summer break and my kiddos are already complaining about being bored. There is a lot of excitement about summer, but losing the structure of the school day can really throw kids out of whack (even if they won’t admit it).

As much as I love hanging out with my kiddos, I still have work I have to get done each day. From making meals to cleaning extra messes, my workload definitely isn’t any lighter during the summer.

 

That’s why I wanted to be ready for those moments when the kids can’t think of anything to do on their own. This summer boredom box is an easy way to give the kids something easy to do without having to hover or mediate constantly.

Make sure to keep some supplies on hand that correspond with your boredom box activities. For example, I have “Blow Bubbles” on one of the discs so I have a secret stash of extra bubbles the kids don’t know about for when this comes up. Some other easy supplies to keep on hand are notebooks, glow sticks, and water balloons.

 

Tissue Paper and Mod Podge next to Empty Tissue Box

DIY Summer Boredom Box Materials

  • Empty Tissue Box
  • Multiple Colors of Tissue Paper
  • Mod Podge
  • Flat Paint Brush
  • 50-100 2-inch Unfinished Wood Discs
  • Black Permanent Marker
  • Letter Stickers or Paper Letters that Compliment Your Tissue Paper Colors

 

Cut Up Pieces of Tissue Paper next to Scissors

Step 1

First, tear or cut your tissue paper into smaller pieces. They should be at least 2 inches by 2 inches.

Note:

  • I chose the colors peach, green, hot pink, and light pink because I wanted a tropical summery vibe for our box.

Step 2

Next, cover a small area of your tissue box in Mod Podge.

 

Tissue Paper Glued to Side of Box

Step 3

Then press pieces of tissue paper onto that same area of your tissue box.

Note:

  • The design on my tissue box actually complimented my theme so I went with it. If you don’t like the design on your box and don’t want to add 50 layers of paper and Mod Podge, paint your box in a base coat of white before starting step 2.

Step 4

After the pieces are pressed onto the box, go over them with more Mod Podge.

 

Tissue Paper Glued to Bottom of Box

Step 5

Continue adding layers of Mod Podge and tissue paper until your tissue box is completely covered. Don’t cover the opening of the tissue box.

Step 6

Once the box is completely covered set it aside to dry.

Tip:

  • Keep the box from sticking to your drying surface by placing it upside down on a full water bottle during drying.

Step 7

While your tissue box dries, pull out your wood discs.

 

Tissue Paper Glued to Wood Circles

Step 8

Use the same tissue paper pieces as you did on the box to cover 1 side of 50 or more discs.

Note:

  • I chose to use one color per disc but you can totally mix up the colors on each disc.

Step 9

Set your tissue covered discs to the side to dry.

 

Letters Glued on Colorful Box

Step 10

While the discs dry, add letters to your box to spell out “Boredom Box” on one side.

 

Flower Glued on Colorful Box

Step 11 (Optional)

You can also add decorative stickers suck as flowers or palm trees for more embellishment on the box.

 

Trimmed Pile of Tissue Paper Wood Circles

Step 12

After your discs are dry, carefully trim the excess tissue paper from around the edges.

 

Activities Written on Colorful Discs

Step 13

Next, write boredom-busting activities on the discs with a black permanent marker.

Note:

  • See below for examples on what to put on your discs.

 

Wood Discs Inside of Colorful Box

Step 14

Lastly, add all of your discs to your DIY summer boredom box and place in an area that is easily accessible to the kiddos.

 

Colorful Boredom Box with Flower

What to Write on Your Discs

I used this list of 75 Screen Free Summer Activities for Kids to put on the boredom box discs. The activities are things that don’t involve a screen like putting on a puppet show, playing with sidewalk chalk, or writing a letter to someone.

Although I have strict time limits on video games, I did include one single disc that gives the kiddos an extra 30 minutes of game time. It’s kind of my golden goose surprise for the kiddos.

In addition to the fun activity ideas, I also included some chores. I feel that this encourages kids to entertain themselves but, also, it’s important that they help out around the house a little extra during the summer.

 

Colorful Tissue Box with Flower next to Colorful Discs with text overlay - DIY Summer Boredom Box for Kids

Anytime your child complains about being bored, or some variant thereof, send them to this DIY summer boredom box for kids. Once they choose a disc, have them do the activity and return the disc to the box for reuse. This way the box will last all summer long, no problem!

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Summer Fun Activities

Now, let’s see what else we can add to our Summer Activities list!  New ideas are added every day this week so Pin this post and check back every day.

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Monday

An Alli Event

Glitter On A Dime

That Fit Fam

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Tuesday

Intelligent Domestications

Cookies, Coffee and Crafts

DIY Adulation

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Wednesday

DIY Adulation

Polka Dot Poplars

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Thursday

Creative Ramblings

Cookies, Coffee and Crafts

Our Good Life

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Friday

Glitter On A Dime

My Family Thyme

Categories // Activities, Crafts, DIY, Holidays, Kids, Papercrafts, Parenting, Recycled Crafts, Relationships, Summer Holidays

Easy Outdoor Flying Disc Game DIY

06.04.2019 by Marie // Leave a Comment

Are your kiddos bored with the toys and games they normally play outside? Give them something new to play (and keep them off of the video games) with this easy outdoor flying disc game DIY. It’s fun, inexpensive to make, and a great new twist on a classic disc toss game.

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Give kids a fun new game to play with this easy outdoor flying disc game DIY. It’s fun, inexpensive, and a great new twist on a classic disc toss game. Click To Tweet

Wondering how to keep the kids occupied all summer long? See our list of Summer Activities for Kids of All Ages!

We have partnered with some savvy blogging Mom’s and Grandma’s to bring you a collection of summer fun ideas to do with kids of all ages from Pre-K up to those precious teens. Be sure to scroll all the way down for even more ideas!

 

DIY Disc Toss Game next to Tree

I’ve been at it again. I took the kiddos to the Dollar Tree and found inspiration for another fun project. Since the weather has finally been so beautiful, outdoor games have been on my mind. In fact, I picked up enough items for more than one game. Be sure to check back all summer long for more fun (and cheap) DIY games!

 

Disc Toss Game Materials

Flying Disc Game Materials

  • 4 Stackable File Organizers (I got mine at Dollar Tree)
  • Teal Spray Paint
  • Small Plastic Plates
  • Pink Spray Paint
  • Orange Spray Paint
  • Number Stickers (Optional)

 

Letter Tray with Stickers Removed

Step 1

First, remove the labels from your stackable file organizers.

Step 2

Next, clean the file organizers to ensure that they are free of dust and dirt. This helps the paint stick.

 

Letter Tray on Cardboard

Step 3

After your file organizers are clean, place one on a protected surface for painting.

 

Painted Letter Tray

Step 4

Then paint the file organizer with teal spray paint. Set off to the side (still on a protected surface) and allow to dry completely.

Tip:

  • I recommend using spray paint specifically for plastic and/or outdoor use.

Step 5

Repeat step 4 with your remaining file organizers.

 

Pink Painted Plates on Cardboard

Step 6

While your file organizers dry, paint 3 of your plastic plates pink and 3 of them orange.

Note:

  • I used the same type of spray paint on my plates as I did on the file organizers, only in different colors.

Step 7

Again, set aside to dry completely.

Step 8 (Optional)

Optionally, you can add number stickers to your stackable file organizers for scoring. For small kids, I recommend making the top and bottom trays worth 5 points and the center 2 worth 10 points. For older kids and adults, make the scoring as follows starting with the top tray: 5, 10, 15, 10.

 

Kids Playing Disc Toss Game

Boy Tossing Disc at Target

Kids next to Disc Toss Game

How to Play Outdoor Flying Disc Game

Stack your file organizers (in order if scoring stickers are attached). Each player takes turns tossing 3 discs towards the organizers. Add up the scores of the discs in the organizer before removing them.

The first player or team to 100 points wins. If 100 points is reached by the first player or team in the round, the second player or team has a chance to tie with their remaining turn.

In the event of a tie, have a sudden death round. Each player or team gets one set of tosses. Whichever one scores the most from the sudden death round wins!

 

Kids Playing Flying Disc Game with text overlay - Easy Outdoor Flying Disc Game

The kiddos had a blast with this easy outdoor flying disc game until the wind picked up. Then I had a ton of fun watching them carefully aim only to have the wind whip their discs in the totally wrong direction. Adorableness all around, I promise. Now that you’ve checked out this fun DIY game, be sure to check out the other awesome kids summer activities from my friends. And come back tomorrow for another fun activity from yours truly.

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Flying Disc Game Next to Tree with text overlay - Easy Outdoor Flying Disc Game

 


 

Summer Fun Activities

Now, let’s see what else we can add to our Summer Activities list!  New ideas are added every day this week so Pin this post and check back every day.

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Monday

An Alli Event

Glitter On A Dime

That Fit Fam

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Tuesday

Intelligent Domestications

Cookies, Coffee and Crafts

DIY Adulation

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Wednesday

DIY Adulation

Polka Dot Poplars

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Thursday

Creative Ramblings

Cookies, Coffee and Crafts

Our Good Life

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Friday

Glitter On A Dime

My Family Thyme

Categories // Activities, Crafts, DIY, Holidays, Kids, Paint Crafts, Parties, Recycled Crafts, Summer Holidays

DIY Outdoor Games the Whole Family Will Love

06.02.2019 by Marie // Leave a Comment

School is officially out and that means it’s time to take advantage of outdoor fun! Whether you need ideas for the family this weekend or simply need something to get the kids outside and playing, I’ve got what you need. These DIY outdoor games the whole family will love.

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Don't waste a second of those precious warm months! Soak up all of the fun this summer with these DIY outdoor games the whole family will love! Click To Tweet

This weekend was absolutely gorgeous! Like, the kind of weather you dream about on summer days. Sunny and warm with a beautiful breeze to keep you cool. Frankly, it was the perfect way to start summer break.

It’s also the perfect weather to get outside and enjoy some games as a family. Luckily you’ll have a ton to choose from with this awesome list!

 

Giant Backyard Tic Tac Toe Game

DIY Giant Backyard Frisbee Tic Tac Toe Game (DIY Adulation)

A couple of packs of dollar store plates, paint, and some spray chalk are all you need to make this super fun game. Since it’s so easy and compact, it’s also the perfect travel game to take on vacation or camping!

 

Colorful Outdoor Tenzi Yard Dice Game on Picnic Table

DIY Tenzi Outdoor Yard Dice Game Tutorial (Hello Creative Family)

Do you love the game Tenzi? If so then you definitely need to give this outdoor version a try with this super simple (not-to-mention colorful) tutorial!

 

Glowing Frisbee on Black Background

Easy DIY Glow Frisbee (DIY Adulation)

You know how much I love keeping the fun going after the sun goes down. This quick and simple frisbee makeover is just what you need for a fun all day and night.

 

Yellow Wooden Limbo Game on Lawn

Limbo Game Station (Create and Babble)

Test out your flexibility with this fun DIY limbo game! Her easy-to-follow instructions make it easy even for non-adept woodworkers. Don’t believe me? Check it out now!

 

Buckets set up for Glow Pong on Yard

DIY Giant Backyard Glow Pong Game (DIY Adulation)

For some reason, any time we play drink pong I get crazy competitive. Now we’ve taken the game to a larger scale with this giant backyard version. Play kids versus adults or invite of friends and make it tournament. Either way it’s sure to be a blast for everyone!

 

Ring and Hook Game on Wall

How to Install a Ring and Hook Game (Intelligent Domestications)

Another great game for families is this super fun (and addictive) ring and hook game. Although this tutorial shows you how to install your DIY game inside, you can easily take the principals and do the same thing outside.

 

Glow Sticks on Wood Background

How to Play Glow Stick Tag (DIY Adulation)

It seriously doesn’t get any easier or cheaper than glow stick tag. Some packs of glow bracelets from your local dollar store and players is literally all you need for a fun filled game in the dark!

 

Wooden Stars and Stripes Cornhole Boards on Lawn

DIY Cornhole Boards (A Wonderful Thought)

It’s basically a midwestern law that every suburban family has to own a cornhole game. Luckily, this DIY tutorial makes it easy to make one if you don’t own one. Also, you can easily personalize them to represent your favorite team, family crest, or simply your favorite color!

 

Dollar Store Eraser Toss Game next to Erasers and Scoreboard

Dollar Store Eraser Toss Game (DIY Adulation)

Yet another awesome game you can make from dollar store finds is this eraser toss game. It’s crazy easy to make and can be played outdoors or indoors. Plus, there’s not reason to worry about things getting broken with the soft erasers.

 

Giant Outdoor Kerplunk Game

Make a Giant Outdoor Kerplunk Game from Tomato Cages (Design Dazzle)

Remember the excitement of playing Kerplunk on the living room floor with your siblings? Now you can get that same rush as an adult with this awesome outdoor DIY version! One of my favorite things about this game it how many people can play at once. Plus, kids love it just as much as adults.

 

Glow Bracelets with Printable On Top

Glow in the Dark Scavenger Hunt (DIY Adulation)

Take your next scavenger hunt to the next level with this awesome glow-in-the-dark version! Even though the things you seek glow, don’t be deceived into thinking it’s easy.

 

Collage of Outdoor Games with text overlay - DIY Outdoor Games the Whole Family will Love

Keep this awesome list of DIY outdoor games the whole family will love in your pocket for buckets of fun all summer long. Invite some friends over for a pitch-in and outdoor fun for everyone. It’s the perfect budget-friendly summer entertainment!

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Collage of Outdoor Games with text overlay - DIY Outdoor Games the Whole Family will Love

 

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