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The time between childhood and teenage years can be tricky to navigate.
These funcrafts for 12 year oldswill help them reconnect with their creative side in more fun ways.
My list for you bridges the best it can for your youngster.
At this point, they can add twine or any other decorative detailing.
These craft projects have step-by-step instructions and are so much fun for kids of all ages.
Cut out the pattern and then use it to trace the outline onto the felt with the companion pieces.
Repeat the process with the head and double-check everything gets sewn up.
After completing a whole braided structure, take the embroidery floss and use it to secure the keychains tail.
This is one of the most easy crafts that the whole family can enjoy.
All different age groups would enjoy these yarn crafts as rainy day activities.
Paracord Bracelet
We love paracord and use it for everythingeven jewelry!
These bracelets are a fun alternative to the macrame-looking ones.
Grab a ruler, a pencil, and markers to let them design it however they like!
Tissue Paper Flowers
They sound complicated but arent; checkout my blog post for more information.
Youll need string, tissue paper (6 sheets for smaller, 8 for larger), and scissors.
Once all get folded, situate a piece of string in the middle and knot it.
After knotted, cut the edges to represent flower petals and fluff once trimmed.
Geometric Painted Flower Pots
Akin to the geometric holders, this planter is essentially its outdoor cousin!
Before painting, paint your pot with two layers of gesso and let it dry.
Paper Flowers
Check the craft out hereone of my favorite ways to use leftover paper.
Glue, scissors, paper, and glitter glueif desired.
Start with the middle, build your flower outward, and glue as you go.
Straw Tote Bag
Source: organizedisland.com
This idea sounds daunting, but were embellishing a favorite but plain tote.
If you had fun making this straw bag you should check out thisDIY tote bagfrom a shirt!
Name Painting
Source: thislittlehomeofmine.com
Get as creative or casual as youd like for this activity!
Great for cards, wall hangings, etc.
Friendship Bracelets
Source: sarahmaker.com
If youre from the same generation as me, you know this craft well.
Youll need embroidery thread, tape, scissors, and something to anchor your bracelet.
Fold one of the middle points down just beyond the bottom line, so its peeking a little beyond.
Embellish the bookmark in whatever unicorn fashion that pleases youstickers, cut-out pieces, etc.!
Felt Flower Bookmark
Source: bigfamilyblessings.com
A cute little gift for an avid reader felt flower bookmarks.
Mason Jar Aquarium
Source: babysavers.com
Think snow globe, but underwater for this next craft!
Youll need a mason jar with a fully sealable lid, aquarium flooring (pebbles, rocks, etc.
), blue food-coloured water, aquarium plants, toy fish, hot glue, and glue sticks.
Add a bit of glue to the bottom of the jar and add the plant and rocks.
Grab some earring hardware and pliers, and assemble everything once it cools!
You must try theseDIY necklace ideas!
Tie Dye
Another activity from my generation that I believe most of us has tried in our day!
There are many easy tutorials today; why not share them with your kid?
Ive been interested in trying ice-dying once the holidays are over.
Youll also have fun with thistie dye shirt idea!
Once all the yarn is on hot glue the pieces together to form a rainbow.
Add any embellishment to the knotted piece of material.
Ready to expand your macrame skills?
Check out thismacrame bracelet!
Slime
Source: findingzest.com
A kid that has grown up with slime will always love to play with some!
If you dont have a recipe, we like to do eight oz.
Let them dry completely upside down on a towel before using them.
DIY Charm Bracelet
These make such a special and unique gift!
Grabthis bracelet-making pack, and check a local craft store for even more charms.
Trace the template onto blue foam, which will attach to the hair clip with glue.
Let everything dry, glue the foam onto the clip, and sit for at least 24 hours.
Clay Fish
Source: craftyartideas.com
I recently discoveredthis air dry clayfrom a friend, and we love it!
Youll also need water,these scoring tools, acrylic paint or glazes, and a clay-friendly space.
Let your kid make any punch in of fish theyd like!
Have them use the tools for the finer details, and water helps smooth out bumpy surfaces.
Size and print your favorite emojis to fit the coasters.
If you had fun with this coaster, you might enjoy thisresin keychain craft!
Punch a hole at the top for a tassel.
After everything is fully set, add a tassel or ribbon to the punched hole.
Take your accordion paper strips and glue them onto the plate in the correct order.
Roll that up together and secure it with some glue.
Next, you will trace all the flower petals you need and cut them out.
Then one by one, you will glue the petals onto one another to create the full lotus.
DIY Mouse Pad
Cute and long-lasting, a DIY mouse pad is such an easy thing to make!
Trace the mousepad, cut out the material, glue the two together, and design your own mousepad.
