Spoiler Alert: It can be tough to get our tweens (or teens) off their screens. With summer coming, they’ll have more free time and they will be leaning into the screens! I’ve curated these super fun and easy art projects and fun crafts for tweens and teens that they will love! You might even want to join in!
Here are some really fun and easy crafting projects for older kids – tweens and teens. These will make both pretty crafts for tweens and they’re also great as diy gifts.
Lots of kids also gain self-confidence from choosing, planning, and finishing a DIY project, like a craft. And if they’s planned this one for a friend – even better!
Everything on this list is geared toward kids ages 10 and up. But rest assured that teens and even adults will love them too. These fun craft ideas are perfect for tweens or teens looking for something engaging to do – that isn’t a screen.
From cute homemade bookmarks to friendship bracelets, there is something for everyone on this list. We’ll be using washi tape, tie dye, lip balm, duct tape, and more!
Ready, set, go!
Crafts for Tweens
Add a punch of color to your umbrella with this simple and super cute DIY idea.
Turn inexpensive magnets to make this awesome pin bowl for crafting.
Use a wheel to create a fun round friendship bracelet your kids will love.
This super simple upcycle project is a fun decorative frame your kids can make.
This clay dish is so easy to make and perfect for holding jewelry and more.
Use a Cricut machine to make these easy and adorable keychains.
These beautiful tropical paper flowers are the perfect DIY craft for tweens.
Transform an IKEA magazine holder into this beautiful storage idea.
This easy tie-dye beach towel can be made in two different ways for an easy and fun craft.
Easy Paper Quilling Emoji Cards - Red Ted Art - Make crafting with kids easy & fun
These adorable paper quilling cards are great for room decor or a fun craft to do just because.
Easy and affordable, these sparkle tumblers are the perfect DIY for anyone looking to make a custom cup. Â
Perfect for a purse or backpack, this keychain is an easy and fun DIY.
Transform your closet with these simple DIY hangers that will make your clothes stand out even more! Â
Your kids can learn how to make these easy bracelets as a fun DIY craft they’ll actually wear. Â
This DIY is perfect for your kids to make an easy and fun DIY they will actually use.
If you’re looking for a quick and easy DIY project, this is the perfect way to do it!
These cheap and easy glass photo magnet ideas are a quick and easy craft for your tweens.
Learn to make origami dogs out of paper with this fun and easy craft idea.
Make your own flower pens with this super easy step-by-step tutorial.
If you’re looking for a simple and easy bookmark, this origami elephant is perfect.
I hope you’ve picked one of these crafts for tweens to inspire you or your tween (or both of you) to get crafty and creative!
Even if it isn’t a craft, I’ll leave an “invitation” out for the boys to try something on their own. Hopefully it’s something that will use and build their creative thinking skills. Many times it will be a game or something to build, my guys love to tinker and build.
And then other times, I’ll just leave out some of our favorite supplies and let them have at it. These are some of our favorites:
Our Favorite Crafting Supplies
Pick A Few Crafts For Tweens & Ditch the Tech for a Day
Last summer was when I began to look for crafts and activities to keep us from being overwhelmed by tech and the intensity that it brings. So, I also wanted to share my finds from that search – I found art projects, science-y crafts, super fun activities, outdoor craft activities – you name it!
Check that out here: 75+ Activities and Crafts for Teens & Tweens That Won’t Get Eye Rolls, Sighs, or Grunts
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I’d love to hear which craft you chose and if you and your tween had a moment together. Arts and crafts are a great opportunity to get a moment of your tween’s attention – and there are others that won’t take as much time or any planning.
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