Here's a first grade arts and crafts activity: make pop-up puppets using a plastic cup, wooden dowel, and fabric. Put on a show once you're done!

An easy afternoon craft, this reusable heating compress is just the thing for warming cold limbs on chilly winter days.

Create a scented surprise for mom on Mother's Day! Make a pillowcase potpourri filled with dried lavender.

Give your fourth grader a lesson in making blankets, and he'll be able to give the gift of warmth. Fleece blankets are especially fun to make, and they're cozy!

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.

Save money by having your tween rock these homemade jeggings, a good craft for a lazy afternoon.

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!

Making these one-of-a-kind mug markers will help your child flex his creativity and gain button-sewing practice.

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

Make a reusable picnic pouch with your child this summer to celebrate the Fourth of July in an eco-friendly way.

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

It's easy to be a master Italian chef with this target practice game played with a pizza board constructed out of felt and Velcro bean bag "toppings."

Celebrate our nation's colonial history by making your very own weaving loom!