Here's how to create an easy travel checkers board that you are your child can enjoy together using simple materials.

Thiscuddly stuffed animal is made from just a few materials, including your recycled stockings.

This felt cookies craft is a great way to introduce an older kid to a needle and thread, and will make great toys for younger siblings once theyâre done.

Show your first grader how to create her own octopus out of yarn. This simple, yet fun, project yields an adorable play or cuddle partner.

Coil your daughter's two favorite colors into a wearable pendant with just a few scraps of felt!

each some early sewing skills with this cute felt egg project that can be reused as a silly gift, a toy for younger siblings, or a doll accessory.

Don't shell out the money for a new pair of kicks! Help your second grader add some charm to her shoelaces with fabric dye.

This costume wig is a simple craft that will result in a great item for Halloween, dress up, or pretend play. Make a yarn costume wig with your child.

In this fun felt activity, a few circles of felt and a scattering of beads quickly become flowers that your child can use to decorate a barrette!

All it takes is some colored felt fabric, a needle, thread, and a few beads and your daughter can make decorative felt pinwheels!

Make the world's simplest tutu. Don't worry if you aren't good with a needle--putting this no-sew tutu together is as easy as tying your shoe!

This homemade parachute toy is incredibly easy to build. Plus, it gives kids an excuse to investigate and experiment...the backbone of kindergarten science.

Transfer your child's artwork onto clothing using an iron-on transfer. It's easier than it sounds, and your child will love wearing his artwork!

This Kool-Aid tie-dye activity is a kid-friendly craft that never gets old. Learn how to make tie-dye shirts using assorted Kool-Aid flavors here.

This simple sewing activity results in a pair of homemade fleece mittens!

Make all-natural dye from vegetables to create gorgeous homemade play-silks!

Make a homemade doll out of recycled materials, similar to dolls made by pioneer children.

This nature craft is a great way for your child to learn about the fall season and make a festive decoration to display in your home.

Learn how to make a mustache with these simple instructions. See how to make a mustache on a stick for Halloween, costume parties, or dress up.

This beginner's sewing craft turns ordinary gloves into fancy fur fashion statements!

Make Mom a Queen For A Day crown for Mother's Day.

Make Hanukkah gift bags with your child this holiday season. These Hanukkah gift bags are great for passing out gelt to teachers and friends.

Being sick stinks! Help make being achy a little easier by helping your child craft a comforting hot water bottle doll out of fabric, googly eyes, and ribbon.

This zombie shirt is a fun and incredibly simple Halloween costume. Have your kid don the shirt lurch around the neighborhood searching for brains...or candy!

This craft, a perfect pre-bedtime activity for a first sleepover, helps build up a ton of useful skills, like geometry, measurement, and basic sewing skills.

This activity will give your child a chance to practice threading a needle, and she'll end up with a fun and unique hair band!

Keep school day sniffles at bay with a simple felt tissue cozy that fits neatly in a 3-ring binder.

Learn the art of symbolism with the colorful African flag that's great for a parade or a decoration.

Make a yarmulke for your teddy bear and celebrate The Festival of Lights with this fun craft project.

Make these lasting felt hearts and fill them with a sweet smelling combination of rice and spices to keep the Valentine spirit alive all year long.