DIY Activities — Indoor Fun

Cute craft ideas, activities for kids & more.

3-Ingredient DIY Slime (without Borax)

Making slime never grows old. Here’s a great recipe for DIY slime that only requires 3 easy-to-find ingredients. And, once you have your slime made, there are dozens of creative things to do with it aside from leaving it sit on the living room rug to harden there forever. (...ug!)

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Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Mother's Day is just around the corner. If you haven't figured out something sweet and special for mom yet, not to worry. Here are a few last-minute craft ideas for the kiddos that are guaranteed to make mom smile on her special day. 

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Watercolor Mosaic in 4 Easy Steps

Many kids’ art projects give me a touch of anxiety when I think about the potential mess and forthcoming cleanup, but you can relax with this watercolor mosaic project. Watercolor paints are easy to use and completely washable. This project is fun for any age, and frankly, it’s hard to mess up.

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Making the Most of Indoor Play

Winters are long. How can we possibly keep toddlers engaged while still stuck inside? And how can we do this without prepping activities while they sleep, making a mess of the house, and relying on the screen all day?

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Creative Uses for Playdough

You’ve taken the plunge and made your own playdough, now what? There are endless ways to get creative with playdough, but sometimes a parent could use a little inspiration. Here’s a few ideas to get you started.

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12 Epic Uses for Old Cardboard

It’s so often true: children are more interested in playing with the box than the toy inside. But believe it or not, allowing your child to get creative with old cardboard boxes can help with problem-solving and decision-making skills, and it can help build confidence and self-expression. So, hold onto your shipping boxes. Here are 12 amazing ideas for what to do with them before you send them off to the recycling bin. 

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Stuck Indoors? Five Activities to Manage Pent-Up Energy

The coldest winter months can be the longest months for parents of young children. Younger toddlers are starting to get mobile; older toddlers have pent-up energy. Here are five quick and easy-to-prepare activities to help you stay sane this winter.

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Looking for Things to do During the Holiday Break?

This year, many of us are home with the kids and have a little more time on our hands. True, the pandemic has changed our typical holiday plans, and the kiddos’ school break is just around the corner, but there’s no reason why we can’t make this year as fun and as memorable as others. Here are 15 fun (and screen-free!) activities for the whole family that can help you fill the unfilled days to come.

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10 Of Our Favorite Holiday Kids Crafts

This year, many of us are spending more time at home, so it’s a perfect time to join the kiddos in a DIY holiday craft activity. We’ve scoured some of our favorite crafting websites to come up with our top 10 craft ideas for this list.

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