You know what your Christmas tree needs? A little fringe! Have the kids make this adorable Christmas tree ornament complete with a little fringe.

How to make a fringe Christmas tree ornament

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Have your kids pick their favourite figurine and turn it into a glitter-filled snow globe ornament with this easy craft.

How to make a snow globe ornament

Yes, you can make trendy plastic lapel pins with your flair-obsessed kids at home. They look super cute on a denim jacket or backpack.

How to make cute plastic lapel pins

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Crafts are a fantastic way to help your kids develop creativity and fine motor skills. Get the whole family together around these kid-friendly craft activities.

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Turn a shoebox into an awesome Foosball table. And then prepare for hours of fun as you play. GOAL!

How to make a foosball table

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With just a few craft supplies, you can turn all those super cute photos of your kids into a sweet picture frame collage.

How to make a picture frame collage

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BOO! Looking for Halloween craft ideas? Turn some cheesecloth and a mason jar into an adorably spooky ghost—it will even light up in the dark.

How to make spooky cheesecloth ghosts

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Create your own designer sneakers at home with this simple splatter paint craft.

How to make on-trend splatter paint sneakers

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Is your kid feeling anxious or battling a case of the worries. Try a calming jar.

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The dancing Northern Lights are a sight to behold, create your own at home with this simple mason jar lantern.

How to a make Northern Lights mason jar lantern

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Kids can spend hours making bracelets for all their friends. Here's how to make one with a chevron pattern.

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Fidget toys are all the rage. Try making your own version of the old-timey classic with this easy DIY whirligig.

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Break out the craft supplies and make this awesome fire-breathing dragon marionette with your kids. Then, it's time for a puppet show!

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Trolls are back—and cooler than ever! Turn your kid into a colourful troll using a headband and neon tulle.

How to make a troll headband

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Did you just buy another pair of jeans for your kid and she already got a hole in the knee? Don't throw them out—we'll show you how to sew on patches.

How to make heart patches for kids' clothes

Watch this kids’ craft video for a fun take on decorative Easter eggs that everyone will love! Craft expert Tiffany Pratt starts by wrapping the eggs in tinfoil and painting on some glue before getting to the exciting part: sparkles! <strong>Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a></strong>

Try this cute craft from Tiffany Pratt. Your kids will love these festive decorated Easter eggs.

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Have a few mason jars or even empty spaghetti jars lying around the house? Put them to use with these mason jar crafts.

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Turn your little one into the Queen of Hearts with this fun and easy pipe cleaner craft.

Pipe cleaner craft: Heart crowns

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Check out these Valentine's Day hacks, which make this loveable day, filled with cards and candy, that much easier.

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How to make spooky cheesecloth ghosts

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How to make a calming jar

How to a make Northern Lights mason jar lantern

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