These popsicle stick crafts are too cute! We’ve got over two dozen ideas to make with your kids from STEM projects to handmade gifts.
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Popsicle sticks or crafts sticks are a kids’ craft supply staple. They one of those great supplies to keep on hand because you can make so many things out of them.
If your kids go through popsicles as fast as ours do, you can collect and repurpose them into craft supplies. Just make sure you wash them with some dish soap and let them dry thoroughly.
We rounded up some of the best popsicle stick crafts to make with kids.
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Photo Frames
Once your kids have made one of these craft stick photo frames, they’ll want to make them to show off all their summer artwork. Learn how to make them at Kitchen Table Classroom.
Craft Stick Rainbow
Spend a rainy day indoors making a colorful craft stick rainbow like this one from Easy Peasy and Fun.
Sun Moasaic
After your kids make the outline of this sun mosaic, let them get creative with filling in the center with this tutorial from Kids Activities Blog.
DIY Catapult
Kids love building things and this catapult from Mombrite is an easy STEM project that uses a few simple craft supplies.
Popsicle Stick Bracelets
Learn how to make popsicle stick bracelets to wear all summer long from Crafts by Amanda. Make up a bunch and share them with friends.
Popsicle Stick Ballerina
After your child makes a few of these popsicle stick ballerinas from Glued to My Crafts, they could put on a little show.
Exploding Chain Reaction
If you have a large stash of craft sticks, use them to test out this fun STEM activity from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls.
Popsicle Stick Chick
Craft a whole flock of little yellow chicks using popsicle sticks and this easy craft project from Crafty Morning.
Pocket Folding Fan
After your kids have been drawing and coloring all day, learn how to turn their artwork into a cute pocket folding fan at Gluesticks. It’s perfect for keeping cool in the summer.
DIY Drink Coasters
These DIY drink coasters from Ideas for the Home are super cute and can be decorated in your kids’ favorite colors. For a fun family project, have each child design their own.
Popsicle Stick Boat
This adorable popsicle stick boat from Hunny I’m Home DIY will really float when you’re done making it.
Rainbow Bird Feeder
Make a bird feeding by layering jumbo craft sticks together. This one from Made With Happy is super cute in rainbow color.
Mini Airplane
Making Life Blissful has a fun tutorial for making a mini airplane – and she even sells a supply kit if you’d rather have one ready for your kids.
Washi Tape Dolls
Your kids will love making a whole family of these washi tape dolls. You can customize them to look like anyone.
Macaroni Penguins
Add these adorable craft stick macaroni penguins by Fireflies and Mud Pies to your summer plans. They’d be fun as part of an animal-themed activity or after a trip to the zoo.
Harmonica
A music-themed week would be the perfect time to make a harmonica from craft sticks. Follow the tutorial at Make It Love It.
Mix-n-Match Snake
We love this mix-n-match snake from Lady and the Blog! Your kids will love coming up with a ton of variations on this idea.
Wax Paper Lantern
Add a battery-powered tea light to this wax paper lantern from Artsy-Fartsy Mama and it’s the perfect accessory for a blanket fort.
Little Green Tractor
There’s something about tractors that kids find thrilling! Make a tiny one together like XOXO Erin Smith as part of a farm activity.
Alphabet Letters
Use popsicle sticks to practice the alphabet or spell out your child’s name. Easy Activities for Kids has a fun tutorial for making the letter A.
Wooden Stars
You’ll want to make up a bunch of these wooden stars from The Crazy Craft Lady. They’re perfect for hanging up as July 4th decor.
Magic Wand Reading Pointers
Using a reading pointer can make following the sentences easier for early readers. Creative Family Fun has a cute idea for making them look like magic wands.
Trinket Box
Kids love to collect tiny treasures. Start the summer by making this treasure box from Powerful Mothering so they can hide all their findings inside.
Weaving Loom
This craft tutorial from Buggy and Buddy does double duty. First, you can make the loom. Then you can use it to weave all kinds of crafts.
Popsicle Stick Vase
This popsicle stick vase by Cutesy Crafts makes a fun summer decoration. Fill it with flowers collected on a nature walk or from your backyard.
Rainbow Wind Spinner
After your kids make this rainbow winder spinner from Create With Jennifer, they can sit and watch it turn.
Stegosaurus Dino
Stegosaurus might become your child’s new favorite dinosaur after they make an adorable one with wiggly eyes from Our Kid Things.
STEM Launcher
STEAM Powered Family has a creative STEM launcher that older kids will enjoy. It takes a few steps to make but will be an afternoon of fun.
Garden Plant Markers
Start a summer garden and make these plant markers with your kids. It’s an easy craft and a way to get the kids involved in gardening.
Scarecrow Stick Puppets
These scarecrow stick puppets are perfect for encouraging creative play. Get the printable template and learn how to make them at Messy Little Monsters.
Make a few of these kid-friendly popsicle stick crafts during your backyard summer camp!
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