Easy Fun Summer Crafts and Activities for Kids

As the school year winds down, every mom is thinking about summer fun with the kids, like enjoying Tennis Lessons in Detroit. Without a plan, your summer will dissolve into chaos fast. Luckily, these easy fun summer crafts and activities for kids make creating a game plan easier!

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Admittedly, my kids would be happy to play on the Xbox and their tablets all summer long. While this is easier on me, it’s not good for them. That’s where these crafts and activities come into play.

It’s important to include indoor and outdoor activities in your summer schedule. Some days the weather doesn’t cooperate others you simply don’t want to brave the humidity. That’s why you’ll find a fun mix of activities on the list below.

Mini fairy garden

Soda Bottle Fairy Garden House (My Pinterventures)

This fun craft actually counts as both an indoor and outdoor activity. Create your fairy house inside then head to the backyard to create the entire fairy garden. Little ones will love pretending they are in a magical, secret fairy world throughout the summer.

Hanging his and hers kissy emojis

His and Her DIY Emoji Door Hangers (Hello Creative Family)

Does your kids love emojis? Add some to their doors with these easy emoji door hangers.

Rainbow jello sensory bin with toys and tools

Rainbow Jello Sensory Bin Activity (Must Have Mom)

This easy activity can also be enjoyed indoors or out. Toddles will love watching the colors “magically” appear. They’ll have even more fun exploring with cars, scoops, and their hands.

Pink plastic pencil case turned into a Lego play set

DIY Lego Travel Kit (Coupons and Freebies Mom)

The best thing about this Lego activity is that you can take it in the go. Make waiting at the doctor’s office more fun or keep kids entertained on road trips with this easy DIY.

Close up of gem stone crayons

DIY Avengers Infinity Stones Crayons (Comic Con Family)

Are your kids bent on ultimate power? Help them achieve their dreams, or at least color them, with these Infinity Stones crayons!

Square Sesame Street Softies in a basket

DIY Sesame Street Character Softies (Gluesticks Blog)

These adorable softies have so many practical uses for play. My favorite is to turn them into bean bags and create a toss game for the kiddos.

Painted salt dough dinosaur imprints with plastic figurines

Salt Dough Dinosaur Fossils (A Mom’s Take)

Get ready for some archaeological fun with the kids this summer. These dinosaur “fossils” are fun to create and even more fun to paint. For added fun, hide them in the yard and let your budding explorers dig up the past!

Collage of gold salt dough finger print charms

Fingerprint Salt Dough Necklace (Spaceships and Laser Beams)

Looking for something a little more feminine to make with salt dough? Try your hand at these adorable necklaces. Make a bunch to give as gifts and for the kids to wear.

Purple slime close up

How to Make Eyeshadow Slime (Tuxedo Cats and Coffee)

Slime is always at the top of kids’ crafty wishlists. Now you can make it work for you too and use up that eye shadow color you hate. Everyone wins!

Close up of pink summer activities board

Easy DIY Summer Activities Board (DIY Adulation)

Of course, you need somewhere to lay out all of that summer fun. This summer activities board is the perfect solution. Plus, I added a little something for mom too.

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I can’t promise you won’t be ready for school to start back up as early as July, but I can help make your summer easier. These easy fun summer crafts and activities for kids help you maintain your sanity without the kids glued to screens each day.

Don’t forget to make a plan. Gather the supplies you need before summer starts and have a list (or use the activities board) of activities and ideas. Then all you have to do it pull it out and have fun when the time comes.

Now that we have a plan for summer break, it’s time to head on down to this week’s Merry Monday link party! Find even more awesome summer activities and crafts for your kids or simply be inspired by what others are sharing. See you down there!

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10 Upcycled Crafts to Make This Weekend

When is the last time you enjoyed sitting down and crafting? In the current book I’m reading (Life at Home in the Twenty-First Century), it points out that moms not only enjoy less leisurely time but also that said time is frequently interrupted. That’s why I’ve rounded up 10 upcycled crafts to make this weekend with little time and money needed.

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I’m the first to admit that I don’t make enough time for myself. The needs of my family always come before my own. It is one aspect of my life that I am always striving to be better at.

Easy crafts like these are a great way to fit in leisure time for recharging your creativity. Since they are made from items you likely have at home, you won’t break the bank either.

 

wall art made from magazine clippings

Recycled Magazine Art (Sum of Their Stories)

This craft is the perfect way to use up those old magazines you have laying around. Turn them into a bright and colorful work of art.

 

embroidery hoop planter with succulents and electric candle stick

How To Make A DIY Embroidery Hoop Succulent Planter (Our Crafty Mom)

Want to bring some green into your home? This easy upcycled craft is the perfect way to do it!

 

Teal sunburst mirror on wall

Cardboard Sunburst Mirror (Modern on Monticello)

Who knew you could make gorgeous decor with cardboard? Modern on Monticello knew and she’s sharing that knowledge with you in this easy tutorial.

 

Teal map coasters on table

DIY Map Coasters from Terra Cotta Saucers (Resin Crafts)

How cute would these coaster look on your patio table? The perfect home for that glass of iced tea!

 

Tea Stained handmade journal on table with supplies

How To Make A DIY Journal With Tea Stained Paper (5 Minutes for Mom)

If you have wanted to try journaling start with this adorable journal idea. Give your thoughts a beautiful home that inspires you to write.

 

metal and wood round shelf on a brick wall

Thrift Store DIY Farmhouse Round Shelf (Salvage Sister and Mister)

Turn a thrift store find into an organizational decor piece with this awesome DIY!

 

Close up of travel fund savings jar

DIY Travel Fund Savings Jar (DIY Adulation)

This creative upcycle turns your creative endeavors into a useful piece of decor. Use it to stay on track with your budget and enjoy travel with your family.

 

Process photo collage of upcycled plastic bottle phone holder

How to Upcycle Plastic Bottle into Phone Holder (Parent Club)

Turn that empty lotion bottle into an awesome phone holder with this easy upcycle. This is perfect for reading recipes on your phone while you’re in the kitchen.

 

teal jewelry organizer with jewelry hanging on it

DIY Upcycled Jewelry Organizer (Two Purple Couches)

Wrangle all of your jewelry in a colorful way with this upcycled organizer. Keeping your jewelry displayed is a fantastic way to make sure you wear pieces regularly.

 

Upcycled t-shirt bracelet on wrist

Upcycled Embellished T-Shirt Bracelet (Made in a Day)

Have an old t-shirt that is pretty but you don’t wear it anymore? Turn it into a beautiful piece of jewelry with this easy tutorial!

 

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Now you can take time for you guilt-free with these 10 upcycled crafts to make this weekend. Stop putting it off and carve out time for taking care of you. Sometimes it’s okay for the kids to get a little extra TV time while you refresh and replenish.

Now it’s time for this week’s Merry Monday link party! Link up your latest creations then check out what everyone else is sharing. See you down there!

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10 DIY Planter Ideas for Your Outdoor Spruce

With the weather finally warm and sunny it is time to start planting. What are you going to put those beautiful blooms in? Try one of these 10 DIY planter ideas for your outdoor spruce.

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We took full advantage of the weather over the weekend cleaning up the yard. Hubs also got the front and back yards mowed. Yay! Next up is getting some gorgeous flowers out.

 

blue wooden planter on a porch next to a door

DIY Mid Century Modern Plant Stand (H20 Bungalow)

This plant stand is perfect to sit by the front door. You can easily customize it to match your style by changing up the paint color.

 

Kitchenware used as planters

Kitchenware as Repurposed Planters (Fresh Vintage by Lisa S)

Go for a funky farmhouse look with these easy repurposed planters. I think these would be great using colorful colanders too!

 

twine wrapped planters with succulents inside

DIY Succulent Project (Pink Fortitude)

Succulents are so pretty and so is these planters. These would make an awesome gift, too!

 

Upcycled succulent planter on a ornate table

Upcycled Succulent Planter (Domestically Creative)

Speaking of succulents, go the upcycled route with this gorgeous planter. You’ll definitely want to show this off on your front porch all summer long.

 

solar chandelier planter full of flowers

DIY Chandelier Planter Upcycle Challenge (Our Crafty Mom)

Need an outdoor chandelier? It doesn’t get prettier, or easier, than this DIY solar one.

 

colorblocked cement planter with succulents inside

How to Make a Colorblocked Cement Planter (Simply Designing)

If you’re looking for a smaller planter then this one is for you! The simple yet bold design would look great lining your porch steps or as a centerpiece on your table.

 

Succulent planted in a teacup

DIY Succulent Teacup Planter (Hello Creative Family)

Here is another great small planter. It is super easy to make, too. After you make some for yourself, make a few extras to give as gifts!

 

table turned into lettuce planter next to a house

DIY Raised Garden Bed (Refresh Living)

This is a fantastic upcycle! It will add amazing style to your backyard and encourage your family eat more fresh greens. That’s a win-win!

 

planter full of flowers around an umbrella

Easy DIY Umbrella Table Flower Planter (Dazzle While Frazzled)

Add some gorgeous blooms to your patio table with this easy DIY. Now you can beautify around that table umbrella on a budget.

 

Repurposed enamelware canner pot planter with flowers inside

Upcycle An Enamelware Canner Pot Into A Large Flower Container (Intelligent Domestications)

This upcycled project is so fun and unique! Have an old canning pot you don’t use? Turn it into something beautiful with this tutorial.

 

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Are you pumped to start planting outside? Spend some time in the sunshine after you make your favorite of these 10 DIY planter ideas! Now it’s time to start partying at this week’s Merry Monday link party! Share your latest creations with us. Then be inspired by the other awesome ideas everyone is sharing.

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