When it comes to wrapping presents, it’s not just what’s inside that counts. Dress up your gifts with this DIY decorative wrapping paper idea from craft expert Kalpna Patel. It’s a fabulous way to get the kids involved in the gift-giving process. Watch this video tutorial to see how it’s done. (Hint: You’ll need a rolling pin and some bubble wrap!)Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a>

Dress up your gifts with these three DIY decorative homemade wrapping paper ideas from craft expert Kalpna Patel.

Homemade wrapping paper craft

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Put your kids’ rock collection to good use with this DIY art project. Watch as craft expert Darcy Allan transforms small stones and pebbles into stylish magnets in this how-to video.Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a>

Spend a rainy day painting this simple rock magnets craft with your favourite kids. See how easy it is in our short video tutorial with Darcy Allan.

Painted rock magnets craft

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These homemade cards are made with love—and the palm of your hand. Watch this fun video featuring crafter Darcy Allan for easy step-by-step instructions.Encourage your kids to use their imaginations and try new designs for any occasion. Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a>

These easy, homemade greeting cards, will delight grandparents. Watch how this handprint craft is done in our video tutorial with Darcy Allan.

Homemade greeting cards

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In this video, crafter Tiffany Pratt shows you how to make a standout pencil case craft with everyone’s favourite fix-it-all: duct tape. Gather duct tape in every shade and get creative with colours, patterns, shapes and more. This adorable craft for kids is sure to be a winner!Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a>

Watch this video to see DIY queen Tiffany Pratt’s cool duct tape craft. Your kids will love their new super-cute DIY pencil case.

DIY pencil case craft

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Who says organization can’t be fun? This decorated desk-caddy craft, designed and decorated by DIY pro Tiffany Pratt, is a fabulous way to keep craft and homework supplies all in one place. The best part? It’s made entirely with recycled materials you’ve already got at home: a shoebox, toilet paper rolls and newspaper. Just cut, paint, paste and enjoy one of our favourite crafts for kids!Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a>

Organization and creativity combine in this fun craft for kids, made entirely with recycled materials.

Crafts for kids - Decorated desk caddy

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Go all out with accessories with these colourful braided brands from kids craft expert Tiffany Pratt. She uses bingo daubers or markers to dye old cotton towels before cutting them into long strips to braid. Make them all different lengths to create bracelets, hairbands and more. Simply fasten them with a knot or a safety pin and they’re ready to wear. Add this DIY project to your kids’ crafts ideas list!Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a>

Grab an old cotton towel, some dye and a pair of scissors and you’ve got beautiful DIY accessories from Tiffany Pratt.

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Looking for a kid-friendly Halloween craft? DIY queen Darcy Allan shows you how to make “boo-tiful” stickers in just three easy steps with this how-to video. Check out more <a href="https://www.todaysparent.com/family/activities/videos/">craft videos.</a>

Looking for sugar-free Halloween treats? Make these one-of-a-kind Halloween stickers to hand out or decorate with. Watch our short video tutorial to see how

Halloween crafts for kids: DIY stickers

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Are you ready to roll? Marble Easter eggs are so fun to make—and look super cool.

How to make marbleized Easter eggs with shaving cream

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Welcome the new year and get organized with one of these cute DIY calendars that kids can help make.

5 cute calendar crafts for kids

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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.

Crafting for kids

Crafting for kids: Homemade wrapping paper

Crafting for kids: Painted rock magnets

Crafting for kids: Homemade greeting cards

Crafting for kids: Zippy pencil case

Crafting for kids: Decorated desk caddy

Crafting for kids: Braided DIY accessories

Crafting for kids: Halloween stickers

How to make marbleized Easter eggs with shaving cream

5 cute calendar crafts for kids