Explore fun and creative recycled art projects for kids, turning everyday items into unique crafts. Inspire creativity while learning about sustainability!
Create vibrant neon cardboard sculptures with kids! A fun process art activity using recycled materials. Perfect for kids of all ages. Project and photos by
A simple method for how to make paper flowers with tissue paper, egg cartons, and pipe cleaners. A fun and open-ended flower craft for kids!
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! Check out our list of Earth Day activities with nature and recycled art projects for kids that are fun to make AND
Create an amazing magic forest with this easy cardboard art project for kids. Makes a fun creative play setup for kids. Updated April 2025 Here
Create some amazing DIY kids’ costumes using items from your recycling bin. Tips on how to make wings, dresses, accessories, and more! Project by Danielle
Try these 5 fun ideas to DIY cardboard into toys and building materials for kids. These are great recycled projects for the whole family! Updated
Make your own magnetic building set for kids using cardboard. These sculptural magnetic shapes are easy to make, fun to play with, and cheap! Updated
Learn how to create fun robot puppets that actually move using cardboard and other recycled materials in this make and play project for kids by
How to make cardboard masks with kids using simple materials. This creative project can be done for anytime fun, Halloween, or pretend play. Updated February
How to make cardboard tube sculptures using cut pieces of recycled tubes. Fun, open-ended artwork from items found at home. Updated October 2024 We love
Make your own artful bunting from your artwork for a festive decoration. Perfect for celebrating birthdays and holidays! One consequence of being an artful parent
Here’s how to make a cardboard castle for pretend play quicker and easier than you thought possible. You’ll want a cardboard box, cardboard tubes, a
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