Here are 3 inexpensive ways for kids to make their own beads, from scratch.

Dress up a plain old pen with this pretty craft that's great for back-to-school time.

Upcycle old paint chip samples from hardware stores or paint shops to create beautiful, funky pieces of custom-made jewelry!

Hair ties don't have to be plain old elastic circles. Your child can decorate her hair with beaded hair bands that add flair to her hair!

Make necklaces, bracelets, belts, or garlands in this simple and fun activity that recycles old objects and let's your child make one-of-a-kind pieces of art!

In this arts and crafts activity, you can make fun bracelets using just a handful of buttons and some elastic cord. And it's a counting game, too!

Construct some glittery ring bling with this ring bracelet craft.

These papier-mâché bracelets are simple to make, and the result is truly stunning!

Skip store-bought jewelry and show your stylish kid how to make her own beaded bracelets.

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!

A candy ring is perfect for the kid with a sweet tooth and style. Make a sweet candy ring with your child this Valentine's Day.

Get inspired by the great outdoors and help your child make a quirky jewelry tree out of chopsticks!

Turn leftover puzzle pieces into a one-of-a-kind necklace that's sure to brighten any outfit.

Mummy chic or rag-tag retro? Catch the oldest trend in bandaged jewelry!

Teach your child how to accessorize the environmental way!

Make a friendship bracelet with your child this Mother's Day or the next time they are looking for a fun project to do!

Invite your kid to decorate your family's ordinary coffee mugs with brightly colored beaded rings!

Show your middle schooler how to sew unique feather and lace corsages for her friends. They are too cute to resist!

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

If your kid looks like she needs a break from homework or something to work on during commercials, show her how to make a necklace of paper beads!

Save the tiny tiles from the iconic board game and reuse them as a statement of scholarly style by making them into a crafty piece of jewelry.

Etch designs into discs of plaster of Paris using a traditional whaler technique to create a beautiful artisan necklace.

Make unique jewelry and accessories using photos and shrinkable plastic sheets! It's like Shrinky Dinks, but better.

Here's a striking barrette to make for the holidays, and enjoy for years to come!

These sparkling earrings look fancy but they're super simple to make using inexpensive craft items.

Pretty fluttery feather earrings add a light touch to any outfit. Your child will float on air knowing she made the earrings herself.

This cultural craft makes a pretty decoration and teaches kids about other cultures.

Your child will enjoy feeling independent and creative as she develops her fine motor skills while making this necklace using just yarn and colored straws.

This flower necklace will have your child practicing patterns, repetition and tracing. Plus, it's so colorful and cute that it makes the perfect gift.

Help your child sleep easy with this gorgeous paper plate dream catcher.