3 Rainy Day Crafts for Kids
DIY Tutorial Video for Rainy Day Crafts for Kids
It’s been raining here in SoCal like crazy over the past several days. I actually love it! The one thing is that stinks about however is that my kids are stuck inside most of the day. The bright side is that there are lots of creative things for them to do inside. I decided to round up 3 of my past DIY tutorial videos and share some rainy-day crafts for kids.
In this video you will learn:
- How to Make Cookie Flower Pot Treats
- Turn Paper Cups into a Headband
- How to Make a Painted Mug Dishwasher Safe
Watch the Video
Make Cookie Flower Dessert Cups
This is a fun tasty treat that older kids can do themselves from start to finish. I mean, look at this face. It has happiness written all over it! P.S. Her tank top may be on backwards… hahaha!!!
You can do variations and use different flavored pudding and candies, chocolate chips, types of cookies. I think they also make colored ice cream cones which would be very cute. It is Girls Scout season after all! We stuck with Oreo Cookies because those are Mia’s favorite!
Full tutorial and details: Cookie Flower Pot Treats
Time: 30 Minutes
Ingredients:
- Ice Cream Cones
- Chocolate Pudding
- Chocolate Cookie Sandwiches
- Vanilla Cookie Sandwiches
- Chocolate Candies
- Vanilla Icing
Materials:
- Paper Towels
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Knife
- Ziploc Bag
- Lollipop or Popsicle Sticks
These are also fun to make on play dates or even as a fun activity to do at a slumber party or spring time birthday party. This can also be used for Mother’s Day at school for a kid’s party activity with mom.
Make a Headband Out of a Paper Cup
Whether it’s your birthday, or rainy day, this is a fun craft for both boys and girls. Change up the colors to fit the desired look. Make a top hot for a Ring Leader in a circus or a party hat for an indoor tea party.
Full tutorial and details: Make a Top Hat Headband Out of a Cup
Time: 30 Minutes or less
Supplies:
- Paper Cup
- Cardstock
- Pencil
- Hot Glue and Glue Gun
- Scissors
- Tulle or Ribbon
- Felt Bow or Flowers
- Headband
- Circle template (cup or bowl)
You can also use this tutorial for Crazy Hair Day or Crazy Hat Day at school or for a Halloween costume. Can you say, “Mad Hatter”?
Paint a Coffee Mug
We baked the mug in this video years ago and it has lasted numerous dishwasher cycles. It is my favorite mug and one I will keep until I am old and gray (i’m almost there…hahaha!)!
Full tutorial and details: How to Bake a Painted Mug
Time: A few hours
Materials:
- Ceramic Mug
- Acrylic Paint
- Paintbrush
Equipment:
- Oven
- Timer
As I mentioned, this is a great way to keep these mugs dishwasher safe. I recommend keeping it on the top rack. Acrylic craft paint, available at any craft store, is the best type of paint to use.
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