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Preparing for the new school year can be stressful for you and your kids. Shopping for school supplies and anxiety about meeting new teachers and classmates is often part of the last few weeks of summer. This year, why not make things a little more fun? These back-to-school crafts are great projects that will encourage creativity and get kids excited for September 3^rd.

Back-to-School Photo Frame

This DIY project is perfect for parents with young children who may be entering kindergarten or primary school. It also is a great way to use up all those Popsicle sticks you’ve accumulated over the summer. This school bus photo frame is magnetic too, so it is ideal for your fridge or your kid’s locker.

Unicorn Bookmark

Do you have a young reader at home or a child you’d like to encourage to read? This unicorn bookmark is sure to put a smile on their face when they open up their next book. Click on the link for “free unicorn printable”, gather your supplies, and make some magic.

R2-D2 Pencil Holder

Star Wars fans of all ages will enjoy making this R2-D2 pencil holder. You will need a tin can, felt in R2-D2 colours, glue, and scissors. Then, you’ll be ready to take off for a galaxy far, far away! And if you just can’t get enough Star Wars, check out 75 more Star Wars Crafts for Kids for inspiration.

Inside Out Emoji Magnets

This project will appeal to everyone who loves emojis and/or the movie, Inside Out. For these emoji magnets, you will need to use the oven and rubbing alcohol, so this craft is one you will want to do yourself or might work well for teens. Again, this is another craft that will add a splash of colour to a fridge or locker.

Back-to-School Monster Notebook

If your little one is going to school for the first time or is nervous about entering a new school, this is a great present you can make for them. These back-to-school monster notebooks are so cute and are definitely the best way to upcycle your older towels.

Easter is always celebrated against a backdrop of pastel colours and the greenery of spring. It’s wonderful to have these cheerful hues in your home after a long snowy winter. And, many Easter DIY projects give us the opportunity to make them part of the décor, so let’s get started!

New Twists on Easter Traditions

String Easter Eggs: What would Easter be without an Easter tree? Yet, dyed eggs may look a bit tired if that’s what you’ve done year after year. Make 2018 the year of string Easter eggs instead! These elegant ornaments are fun to make and look great.

Easter Egg Flower Pots: Easter always means fresh flowers and plants. However, instead of displaying them in traditional containers, why not make your own? These plastic Easter egg flower pots are cute, colourful, and so simple to create that you’ll have an amazing centerpiece in no time.

Burlap Easter Bunnies: On April 1^st, the Easter bunny will play a starring role in most décor schemes. And, while rabbit stuffies are cute, these burlap bunnies are a great alternative that you and your kids can make together.

Unforgettable Easter Garlands

Felt Carrot Garland: Your burlap Easter bunnies would love a carrot or two, and these felted ones are sure to delight all your family and friends. A bit of sewing is required, but this charming felt carrot garland is definitely worth the effort!

Easter Egg String Lights: When the sun goes down, this garland is going to light up the Easter night! It’s also a great excuse to use those Christmas lights you may or may not have taken down. Grab some plastic eggs, a drill, and a block of wood, and you’ll have your very own Easter egg string lights.

Yarn Chick Garland: We can’t forget about the yellow chicks that help put the adorable into Easter. And, “adorable” is definitely the right word to describe this yarn chick garland! This is another great project to do with your children, and make everyone say “aw”.

Happy Easter, everyone!

Fun Back-to-School Crafts for You and Your Kids