Recycled Crafts https://freekidscrafts.com/recycled-crafts/ Crafts for Kids from Toddlers to Teens Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:30:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://freekidscrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/freekidscrafts-favicon-1-150x150.png Recycled Crafts https://freekidscrafts.com/recycled-crafts/ 32 32 Cardboard Tube Bird Feeders https://freekidscrafts.com/cardboard-tube-bird-feeders/ https://freekidscrafts.com/cardboard-tube-bird-feeders/#comments Sun, 11 Jan 2026 07:01:51 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=9527 Cold weather is the perfect time to help our feathered friends. These Cardboard Tube Bird Feeders are easy crafts for kids that turn simple household items into a treat birds will love. They are inexpensive, fun to make, and a wonderful way to teach children about caring for wildlife during the winter months. Supplies Instructions...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/cardboard-tube-bird-feeders/feed/ 1 Paper Plate Duck Craft https://freekidscrafts.com/paper-plate-duck/ https://freekidscrafts.com/paper-plate-duck/#respond Mon, 22 Sep 2025 07:01:07 +0000 Make this adorable Paper Plate Duck Craft as part of your barnyard fun. Kids love easy crafts for kids that turn simple supplies into something special. This cheerful duck is perfect for playtime, classroom bulletin boards, farm units, or spring classroom activities. It is also a wonderful addition to your growing collection of paper plate...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/paper-flowers-from-books/feed/ 1 Craft Stick Wishing Well https://freekidscrafts.com/craftstick-wishing-well/ https://freekidscrafts.com/craftstick-wishing-well/#comments Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:01:53 +0000 Make this adorable Craft Stick Wishing Well for your next party or classroom activity. These sweet little wells are perfect as table centerpieces, party favors, or even as part of a fairy garden display. Kids will love decorating their own and making a special wish when it is finished. Supplies • Mini craft sticks• 2...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/craftstick-wishing-well/feed/ 1 Beaver Paper Bag Puppet https://freekidscrafts.com/beaver-paper-bag-puppet/ https://freekidscrafts.com/beaver-paper-bag-puppet/#respond Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:01:43 +0000 https://www.freekidscrafts.com/beaver-paper-bag-puppet/ This original Beaver Paper Bag Puppet will create hours of fun for the kids in addition to the time used for making the puppet. Look through our collection of puppets and create your own original puppet play. The Beaver Paper Bag Puppet also makes a great resource for talking about Canada and its culture. Trivia:...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/beaver-paper-bag-puppet/feed/ 0 Fancy Shoelace Headband https://freekidscrafts.com/fancy-shoelace-headband/ https://freekidscrafts.com/fancy-shoelace-headband/#respond Mon, 04 Aug 2025 07:01:57 +0000 Getting ready to go back to school is exciting especially when you get the kids involved with projects like this Fancy Shoelace Headband. Who says shoelaces have to be used for shoes. Take a trip to the Dollar Store for these supplies and make one to match every outfit. Trivia Shoelaces, also known as shoelaces...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/fancy-shoelace-headband/feed/ 0 Shoe Box Pirate’s Treasure Chest https://freekidscrafts.com/shoe-box-pirates-treasure-chest/ https://freekidscrafts.com/shoe-box-pirates-treasure-chest/#comments Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:01:06 +0000 Kids will have fun creating this Shoe Box Pirate’s Treasure Chest and then watch as they spend hours happy in pirate adventures. This craft can also be a center piece for a Pirate birthday party. Trivia Did you know, no matter how they looked, all Jolly Roger Pirate flags had one purpose: to send a message?...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/shoe-box-pirates-treasure-chest/feed/ 2 Duct Tape Treasure Box https://freekidscrafts.com/duct-tape-treasure-box/ https://freekidscrafts.com/duct-tape-treasure-box/#respond Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:01:14 +0000 Whether you are away at camp or on a family vacation, you always collect momentos to enjoy when you return home. So whether you use this special box for photos, seashells, rocks or a treasure of your own special making, this treasure keeper will be perfect. Trivia: The first commercial cardboard box was produced in England in...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/duct-tape-treasure-box/feed/ 0 Shabby Chic Flip Flops https://freekidscrafts.com/shabby-chic-flip-flops/ https://freekidscrafts.com/shabby-chic-flip-flops/#respond Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:01:09 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=8941 Summer is here and the kids, especially the teens will love these easy to make Shabby Chic Flip Flops. Be the first in your neighborhood to set the trend with these inexpensive accessories. Trivia: Shabby Chic is a style where items are made to look like they are worn and used. Supplies Bandanna Flip Flops...

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]]> https://freekidscrafts.com/wooden-spoon-puppets/feed/ 1 Seashell Utensil and Napkin Holder Craft https://freekidscrafts.com/seashell-utensil-and-napkin-holder/ https://freekidscrafts.com/seashell-utensil-and-napkin-holder/#respond Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:01:05 +0000 http://www.freekidscrafts.com/?p=10149 This Seashell Utensil and Napkin Holder is a perfect and useful decoration for your beach themed party. It is pretty and a recycling project too. This is a craft the whole family can get involved in from collecting their favorite seashells to assembling the finished project. Trivia: When it comes to the largest seashell in...

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