Crafting with your kids is as simple as 1, 2, 3 with our unique “In the Bag” system

Step 1 – Pick a Bag

If you don’t always craft together in the same place, a nice sturdy bag is perfect. It should be sturdy and have some extra pockets for keeping things organized. If you always craft in the same spot, something like a crate or, better yet, a cart, may work best for you. Here are some of our top choices.

Step 2 – Fill Your Bag

To make crafting with your kids easier, and actually do-able…even when life is hectic…we keep things simple. Instead of going shopping every time you want to make a craft, you only need to shop once using our master list of supplies. We stick to this list for every single creative project you see on this site, including the products in our shop. That means that once your bag is filled, you’re ready to go!!! It’s like having a capsule wardrobe, but for kids’ crafts instead of your clothes. We mix and match these 27 basic items to make the most wonderful and imaginative crafts. You’ll be able to do more with less. Using this approach really reduces the amount of prep you’ll need to do (and limits the mess) so that you can get straight to the FUN!

Step 3 – Craft Away!

Now is when the real fun begins. Since you’ve taken the time to fill your bag, you’re ready to make anything that you find on this site or in our SHOP. Take some time to browse, or cut right to the chase with our 100 CRAFT FLASHCARD SETS. Each craft is broken down into bite-sized steps, with one step on each card (pictures and instructions). Just choose a craft and print off the flashcards. You can even punch a hole in the corner to put them on a ring to hang on your craft bag. It couldn’t be easier!!!

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  Fluffy Paper Plate Yarn Bunny Craft (Free Printable Template)

  This fluffy paper plate yarn bunny craft is seriously adorable and full of texture and charm! This is a fun paper plate bunny activity that focuses on creating a fluffy bunny face using a paper plate base, yarn wrapping, and a printable template — a different style of craft from our other bunny projects. With…

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  Easy Spring Flower Garland Craft for Kids

  This spring flower garland craft for kids is a bright and cheerful way to welcome the new season into your classroom or home. There are so many ways to design your flowers — you can keep them simple with classic petals or mix and match colors and shapes to create something totally unique. I’ll walk…

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  Free Printable Community Helper Coloring Pages

  What Are Community Helper Coloring Pages? These free printable community helper coloring pages are a simple and meaningful way to help kids learn about the important people who serve their community every day. Whether you’re teaching a community helpers unit in the classroom or exploring the topic at home, these coloring sheets make learning fun…

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  Leprechaun Trap for Kids St. Patrick’s Day

  St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse for a little magic, and nothing excites kids more than building a leprechaun trap in hopes of catching a mischievous visitor. Whether you’re a parent looking for a fun holiday activity at home or a teacher planning a festive classroom project, this St. Patrick’s Day leprechaun trap for…

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  St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold Craft

  Looking for a fun and festive St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold craft for kids? This Painted Pot of Gold Craft is a simple, hands-on activity that helps children build fine motor skills while celebrating the holiday. Using basic supplies like paint, paper, and cotton balls, kids can create their own colorful pot of gold…

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  Letter F Crafts and Activities for Kids

  Are you looking for some letter F crafts and activities to add to your preschool, daycare, homeschool or kindergarten classroom? Or maybe you just want to have some learning fun at home with the kiddos. Then this is the place for you. Enjoy these fun letter F crafts. You’re going to want to make them…