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50 Homemade Crafts For Kids to Make & Sell (2024) - Milwaukee With Kids

Do you have a crafty little entrepreneur living with you? 

This blog post will help you unleash their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. Kids Backpacks

50 Homemade Crafts For Kids to Make & Sell (2024) - Milwaukee With Kids

The best part? They’ll learn some important lessons in the process, and make a little extra money, too!

In this blog post, we’ll explore a variety of easy crafts that are perfect for kids to make and enjoy. 

From bath bombs to personalized pet collars, hand-stitched felt wallets to handmade greeting cards, these crafts are not only fun but also allow children to express their creativity and make something they can be proud of.

Whether your child is a seasoned DIY enthusiast look or just starting their creative journey, this is your ticket to finding easy things to create, make, and sell for kids of all ages. We have a feeling you may find your next great idea here!

Who knows? Maybe your child will start their own business, etsy shop, or have a booth at local craft shows!

Handmade greeting cards are versatile and meaningful for various special occasions. Here’s a simplified process for creating them:

Encourage children to get creative with colors, patterns, and embellishments to make their cards unique and special. Remember, one of the best things about receiving a handmade greeting card is the personal touch it carries. 

Friendship bracelets make the perfect gift to show someone they’re important. Here’s a simplified process:

Encourage children to get creative with patterns and colors to make each friendship bracelet unique and special. It’s a fun and meaningful way to express friendship!

Bath bombs make great gifts! Who doesn’t want to relax in a warm bath with a handmade spa item?

To make DIY bath bombs, you will need:

Beaded keychains are a great way for children to explore their creativity and create personalized accessories. They can experiment with different bead combinations, colors, and patterns to make unique keychains for themselves or as gifts for friends and family. Have fun and let your imagination guide you in designing beautiful beaded keychains!

Making lip balm at home allows you to customize the ingredients and flavors, providing a nourishing and personalized lip care product. Enjoy the soothing and moisturizing benefits of your handmade lip balm.

Sugar scrubs is one of the easiest things to make at home, and it’s so luxurious! You really don’t need any artistic skills to make it. Just mix the ingredients together and use.

Make your own sugar scrub with:

With just a few simple materials and steps, you can create your own flower petal potpourri that adds a touch of natural beauty and fragrance to any space, all at no extra cost.

When it comes to simple crafts, personalized bookmarks fit the bill. This fun craft is perfect for a child who loves to read. It’s also a great option for younger children.

This is a cute idea, especially around the holiday season. Making felt ornaments is an easy and fun way to get into the festive spirit. It’s probably best for older kids since it requires finer motor skills.

Painted rocks are a creative and budget-friendly way to decorate and express yourself with no extra cost.

Painted rocks are a delightful way for children to express their creativity and add a touch of color and joy to their surroundings. Encourage them to experiment with different designs, patterns, and color combinations to create unique and eye-catching painted rocks.

When it comes to easy DIY crafts, there’s nothing kids love better than jars and jars of slime.

Here’s a great craft for all ages! Hand-painted flower pots make bright and cheery diy gifts for the green thumbs in your life. They are perfect to make around Mother’s Day.

Have fun creating vibrant and unique tie-dye shirts with these easy steps!

Clay figurines offer endless possibilities for creativity. Encourage children to explore different shapes, characters, and themes as they sculpt and decorate their own unique clay creations.

Crafting is not only a wonderful way to keep children engaged and entertained, but it also fosters creativity, imagination, and self-expression. 

The easy crafts we’ve explored in this blog post are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the countless possibilities for kids to create and make something special. 

Whether it’s painting seashells, stitching felt wallets, or personalizing pet collars, these crafts provide opportunities for kids to develop their fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and artistic talents.

We hope this blog post has inspired you and provided you with a wealth of ideas for fun and engaging crafts to enjoy with your children. 

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