Crafts parents and kids can enjoy together. Recommended craft ideas to keep children entertained.

cat ear headband

[Halloween Craft] Using Empty Boxes! Cat Ear Headband (Construction Paper & Origami) [Handmade Accessories, Cute Crafts] You can make it with cardstock too! How to Make Cat Ears

Here’s a cat-ear headband you can make using a tissue box! First, cut out the side panel of the tissue box.

Then cut that piece in half lengthwise.

It won’t be long enough as is, so cut out additional strips from the remaining parts of the box in the same way and connect them to extend the length.

This will be the base of the headband.

Glue two strips together, form them into a circle, and let them dry for a full day while keeping the shape.

Using clothespins or similar clips helps hold it in place.

Once dry, cover it with black construction paper, then attach cat ears made from the same paper, and you’re done! Drying for a day helps it keep its shape so it can be worn on your head, so don’t skip this step.

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Dress-up magnets

[100-Yen Store DIY] Easy! I tried remaking dress-up stickers into magnets! [I Gave It a Try]

This is a toy made with dress-up stickers and magnetic sheets.

First, cut the base dress-up piece to fit the magnetic sheet.

Next, cut out the clothes, shoes, and decorations for dressing up.

After that, combine them however you like to create dress-up magnets.

Because they can be attached and removed repeatedly, kids can play over and over.

Using dress-up stickers you can buy at 100-yen shops to try unexpected combinations is also a fun idea.

Try making a toy that both taps into children’s rich creativity and helps train their fine motor skills.

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stone art

Rock art with kids: perfect for summer vacation independent research, free craft projects, and making memories

Stone art is a great idea for a summer vacation research or craft project.

If you collect stones while playing by the river or camping, try turning them into an art piece! Simply arrange twigs and stones on a frame however you like, and fix them in place with an adhesive suitable for stones.

Choosing natural materials to pair with the stones gives it a stylish look.

Your child’s free imagination will likely result in a delightful work of art.

It’s also perfect for making memories together, so be sure to enjoy crafting as a parent-child activity over summer vacation.

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Paper Cup Catch Ball

[Higashimurayama City] Simple Craft: How to Make a Catch Ball Machine

Here’s a DIY idea to make a simple catch-and-throw ball machine like the ones you often see outdoors.

You’ll need a paper cup, a balloon, and a paper plate.

Cut out the bottom of the paper cup with a utility knife, then cut the top off the balloon and stretch it over the bottom of the cup, securing it firmly with clear tape.

Tie the balloon’s mouth so that the knot sits as close to the center as possible.

Cut the paper plate to remove one-quarter of the circle along with the center, then make radial slits on the inner edge and attach it to the rim side of the paper cup.

You can play with it as is, but it looks cute if you draw on it or decorate it with colored paper.

It’s a fun item you can use both indoors and outdoors.

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utatane

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Paper Cup Rocket

A Flying Rocket Made from a Paper Cup

This is a paper cup rocket that launches with a burst the moment you let go.

Stick origami paper on the sides of a paper cup and make four slits.

Combine two rubber bands and hook them into the slits, then use construction paper and pens to finish it into a rocket.

Prepare another paper cup as the launch pad and place the rocket cup over it from above—thanks to the rubber bands, your rocket will pop out with a spring! Feel free to make it as a favorite motif for kids—like characters or animals—instead of sticking strictly to a rocket theme.

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An aquarium with paper plates

You can make a simple moving toy with a paper plate! Paper Plate Aquarium

This is a paper plate craft toy inspired by fish swimming in an aquarium tank.

Since it recreates the way real fish move, it will surprise and delight children.

First, layer a circle-cut piece of colored paper onto a paper plate and glue on pebbles and pipe cleaners.

Next, cut out the center of another paper plate, layer a sheet of film over the opening, and turn it over.

Attach a paper clip to the back of fish shapes drawn on card stock, then place the fish on top of the colored paper.

Layer the paper plate with the film on top and staple them together to finish.

Try making your own original aquarium and play by moving a magnet from the back of the paper plate.

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paper clay objet

[100-Yen Shop DIY] We harvested Pikmin from the garden

Creating papier-mâché clay objects can be a lot of fun.

You’re free to choose any motif you like, so feel free to brainstorm.

Using characters from your favorite anime or games is a great idea—once you finish, you’ll probably feel even more attached to your piece.

You could also go with a summery theme, or try making animals or people.

By the way, when you’re making it, using styrofoam sold at 100-yen shops as a base will make the process go more smoothly.

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