How to Make Wax Melts for Wax Warmers
Using a wax warmer is a great way to make your home smell like your favorite scent any time of year. In this easy tutorial, …
Crafts + DIY
The Crafts and Do it Yourself area of Happy Mothering is full of crafts for everyone of all ages. All of the crafts and DIY projects are things I’ve found fun creating with my girls and on my own. I hope you have as much fun making these as we did.
Adult Crafts –Although my girls were present and helped with many of the projects on Happy Mothering, these crafts are more geared towards adults. You’ll find home décor, seasonal and home fragrance DIY projects, just to name a few.
Kids Crafts – These are fun crafts my daughters truly enjoyed creating together. All of these projects are designed for kids to do under the supervision of an adult.
The 5 most popular Craft & DIY posts on Happy Mothering are:
- How to Make a Santa Cam Ornament: Elf on the Shelf Alternative
- Surprise a Travel Lover with a Mason Jar Ring Map Ornament
- DIY Essential Oil Diffuser Necklaces with Baked Clay
- 2 Ingredient DIY Moon Sand Recipe
- Whimsical Rainbow Shaker Wand Kids Craft
Be sure to scroll down to see all of the Crafts & DIY tutorials.
How to Make Cloud Dough (No Cook, No Flour)
You only need two main ingredients to make silky smooth, homemade Cloud Dough – cornstarch and conditioner – then you can color it however you’d …
How to Make Pink Glitter Slime
Making slime is a fun DIY activity for kids. Learn how to make Pink Glitter Slime in this easy recipe. Keeping kids busy when they’re …
How to Make Bubbles & Bubble Wands
Learn how to make the best bubbles solution and bubble wands in this easy kids activity. Mix up a few simple ingredients and your kids …
How to Make Reusable Hand Warmers
If you try to avoid disposable products, check out this DIY sewing project for winter! Learn how to make home made reusable hand warmers to …
How to Sew an Easy Pot Holder in 10 Minutes
Are you looking for easy sewing projects for the kitchen? Learn how to make these cute DIY Pot Holders with a hanging hook. It seems …
How to Make Reusable Sandwich Wraps
Do you have basic sewing skills? Learn how to make easy reusable lunch bags with velcro closures for a more eco-friendly lunch. Many people are …
How to Make DIY Beeswax Candles
Learn how to make DIY beeswax candles with essential oils in this easy tutorial – instructional video included. I love making my own candles because …
DIY Chinese Fan Craft for Chinese New Year
Do you celebrate the Chinese New Year or use it as an opportunity to teach your children about other cultures? While Chinese New Year isn’t …
How to Make a Himalayan Salt Diffuser
Learn how to make an easy DIY Himalayan Salt Diffuser with essential oils in this easy craft tutorial. I love my essential oil diffusers, but …
Easy Melted Crayon Galaxy Christmas Ornament
Learn how to make the best DIY Galaxy Ornament with melted crayons, a clear globe ornament and a blow dryer in this easy tutorial. I …
Homemade Snow Globe Mason Jar Topper
Learn how to make DIY Snow Globe Mason Jar Toppers to personalize your homemade gift for the holidays. I’m a huge fan of gifting homemade …
Mason Jar Flower Vase Halloween Costume
Thank you Amazon for sponsoring this Mason Jar Flower Vase costume tutorial. Learn how we made this adorable upcycled Halloween boxtume that’s perfect for anyone …
How to Make Soy Wax Candles
Learn how to make DIY soy wax candles in this easy tutorial. Making affordable homemade candles in mason jars is fun and you can scent …
DIY Dream Catcher Necklace
Do you love beautiful handmade jewelry ideas with a simple design? Learn how to make this customizable DIY Bohemian Dreamcatcher Necklace. I’ve always felt drawn …
How to Tie Dye Shirts and Hand Wipes with Kids
Learn how to tie dye shirts and hand wipes in this fun kids activity. Our easy tutorial including tips and techniques to help you create …
Rainbow Shaker Wand Kids Craft for St. Patrick’s Day
Are you searching for fun paper towel tube crafts for kids? Our DIY Whimsical Rainbow Shaker wand is easy to make at home or in …
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How to Make Colorful Boho Earrings with Tassels
Do you want to learn how to make your own handmade Hippie Bohemian style jewelry? Our DIY Colorful Boho Earrings with copper wire and tassels …
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Valentine’s Day Treat Poppers Kids Craft
Are you looking for a cute Valentine’s Day craft for kids as an alternative to traditional cards? These DIY Treat Poppers are fun and easy …
How to Make Fake Glitter Snow for Kids
Your kids will absolutely love learning how to make this DIY Fake Glitter Snow for a dose of winter fun! It even feels cold to …
DIY Party Poppers New Year’s Eve Kids Craft
Make New Year’s Eve more special with this fun DIY Party Poppers craft for kids. Confetti poppers are always popular with kids! I grew up …
How to Make a Kids Tic Tac Toe Game with Carry Bag
Are you looking for a fun and useful kids Christmas craft? This easy DIY Tic Tac Toe Game has a reusable carry bag that doubles …
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DIY Mason Jar Ring Map Ornament
Learn how to make a homemade Mason Jar Ring Map Ornament as a gift for travel lovers. This unique Christmas ornament is even easy enough …
How to Make a DIY Needle and Thread Halloween Costume
Thank you to Amazon for sponsoring this cute DIY Needle and Thread Halloween Boxtume tutorial. Keep reading to learn how to make this creative upcycled …
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How to Make Felted Wool Dryer Balls
Learn how to make the best DIY felted wool dryer balls, how to use and care for them, how to scent your laundry with essential …
DIY Hanging Bird Feeders
Follow this tutorial for the best DIY hanging bird feeder for your kids to make. Simple craft is peanut butter free and easy to follow. …
Earth Day Globe Craft for Kids
Learn how to make this adorable DIY swirly globe ornament with craft paint to hang on your family’s tree for the holidays. Since kids learn …
DIY Reed Diffuser with Essential Oils
Learn how to make easy DIY Reed Diffusers with essential oils in this easy home decor craft. Reed diffusers are a nice, natural way to …
How to Make a Santa Cam Ornament
Are you tired of finding funny ideas for your Elf on the Shelf every day? Learn how to make a DIY Santa Cam Christmas ornament …
DIY Flower Pot Garden Markers
Do you need easy DIY ideas for your backyard garden? Learn how to make these easy Flower Pot Garden Markers. Gardening season is in full …
Free Printable Garden Journal for Kids
This Garden Journal for kids is a great way to teach your family about gardening. Get the tips for using these free printable pages in …
St. Patricks Day Flameless Candle Centerpiece Craft
These DIY Shamrock Flameless Candles are an easy St. Patrick’s Day dining table centerpiece. Learn how to make this simple craft using dollar tree supplies. …
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How to Make a Heart Crown for Valentine’s Day
Learn how to make a heart crown for Valentine’s Day in this fun kids craft. All you need are a few simple supplies for this …
Free Owl Printable Valentine’s Day Cards
Get our free Owl Printable Valentine’s Day Cards for kids with four cute sayings. These simple cards are great for school exchanges. Valentine’s Day card …
National Popcorn Day: 16 Popcorn Activities for Kids
January 19 is National Popcorn Day. Did you even know that was a celebration? I didn’t, but we love popcorn, so we’re happy to hop …
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How to Make Glitter Crayons for Christmas
These DIY Star-Shaped Glitter Crayons are a great way to use up broken crayons, and they make great stocking stuffers for kids and homemade classroom …
Suncatcher Wind Chimes Kids Nature Craft
Learn how to make Suncatcher Wind Chimes in this easy kids nature craft. It’s a fun and easy activity for spring. My kids love finding …
Keep Calm with a DIY Time Out Bottle
This DIY Time Out Bottle made from an upcycled water bottle is easy to make and can be used as a meditation bottle too! When …
DIY Graduation Gifts: Bright Future Light Bulb Cash Holder
Learn how to make a unique Light Bulb Cash Holder in this easy DIY graduation gift idea for high school or college graduates. Trying to …
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DIY Essential Oil Diffuser Necklaces with Baked Clay
Want a beautiful essential oil diffuser necklace without the high price? Learn how to make DIY Baked Clay Diffuser Necklaces in this easy tutorial. Wearing …
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DIY Wine Cork Snowflake Christmas Ornament
Looking for an awesome way to upcycle wine corks for Christmas crafts? Learn how to make this easy DIY Wine Cork Snowflake Christmas Tree Ornament. …
DIY Fall Leaves Bowls
Are you in search of affordable dollar store crafts for adults? This DIY Fall Leaves Bowl is a fun piece of decor for the home …
2 Ingredient DIY Moon Sand Recipe
Are you looking for a fun sensory activity to keep your kids busy? This DIY moon sand uses only 2 ingredients for hours of fun! …
DIY Heart Envelope Valentine Craft
Learn how to make these cute DIY Heart Envelope Valentine’s Day cards for kids. This easy paper craft is fun and affordable to make for …
Green Kid Crafts Earth-Friendly Creativity Kit Review
I was always crafty as a kid, so it should come as no surprise that my girls also love crafts. Finding crafts that are also …
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