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40+ Sensational Summer Arts and Crafts for Kids

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This awesome collection of summer arts and crafts is sure to inspire you and your kids to create and have fun this season! There are lots of ideas for kids of all ages and abilities, you are sure to find a few projects you want to give a try. 

You might also be interested in checking out our collection of spring art projects for kids that’s filled with all of the gorgeous colors of the spring season!

Collection of summer arts and crafts projects.

Take a look below for some creative project ideas kids can make this summer.

Summer Arts and Crafts Kids will Love

This q-tip painted dragonfly craft is a fun and easy summer activity for kids of all ages. Kids will have fun designing their dragonfly wings, each one will be unique and beautiful. This is a wonderful and relaxing painting project that is also great for working on fine motor skills. Free printable dragonfly template included!

Colorful Q-tip Painted Dragonfly Craft

We love q-tip painting and this dragonfly craft was so fun and so easy to make!

This seashell art is so fun and easy, kids will love creating gorgeous marbled seashells with their beach treasures. The patterns are so colorful and gorgeous! This summer craft will have kids engaged, using their creativity and having fun.

Easy Marbled Seashell Art for Kids

This seashell art is so addicting and mesmerizing! A super fun summer craft activity.

Kids will love creating this gorgeous watercolor flower painting! Use easy watercolor techniques to make this colorful art project that is perfect for spring or summer.

How to Make a Beautiful Watercolor Flower Painting

Bright bold colors give this watercolor flower painting the wow factor!

Make this colorful festive fireworks craft that kids will love! This is a super easy and fun paper craft that can be used for New Years, the 4th of July or Canada Day. Free printable template included.

3D Paper Fireworks Craft with Printable

Paper, scissors, and glue are all you need to create this festive & fun fireworks craft for kids!

These fairy houses are just adorable and so easy to make! Kids will love creating these painted fairy houses and finding special places for them in the garden. Easy to make for kids of all ages with just a few simple supplies.

Easy Painted Fairy Houses for the Garden

These fairy houses are just adorable and they couldn’t be easier to make.

Kids will love creating this orange tree cotton ball painting with gorgeous shades of green and then stamp on oranges using another fun painting tool! Using cotton balls to create the leaves of this fruit tree creates a fluffy texture that is perfect for this summer tree project. Free printable template included!

Orange Tree Cotton Ball Painting

This orange tree painting turned out great, I love the bright green colors and the pop of orange.

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4th of July Printable Wand Craft for Kids to Make

This 4th of July printable wand craft is so easy and fun for kids to create! Choose from 5 mix and match printable designs.

Kids of all ages will have tons of fun spin painting and making cool patterns with this Canada Day craft. An easy project for preschool kids to make on their own and an awesome process art project for kids of all ages! Click through to get your free maple leaf template.

Spin Painting Canada Day Craft

Spin painting is probably one of my kid’s favorite art activities and this Canada Day craft using spin painting was so much fun to do!

Create stunning chalk pastel sunsets with kids using simple techniques that are fun and easy to do. Kids will love learning and exploring with chalk pastels!

Create stunning chalk pastel sunsets with kids

These chalk pastel sunsets turned out so lovely! Kids will love exploring chalk pastels and creating this beautiful sunset art.

Easy steps for how to draw mermaid scales on painted rocks. A fun rock painting activity for kids that would be perfect for playdates, birthday parties, summer camps or any time!

How to Draw Mermaid Scales on Painted Rocks

Learning how to draw mermaid scales on painted rocks is such a fun rock painting activity that kids and tweens will love to do!

These mini plant pots are too cute for words! Colorful washi tape is all it takes to transform these recycled containters into little works of art. Perfect for giving as gifts!

Mini Plant Pots - an Easy Upcycle Craft for Kids

These mini plant pots are beyond adorable! An easy summer craft for kids of all ages to make.

These bright and cheerful DIY painted flower pots are so fun and easy for kids to make! A wonderful kid-made gift idea for Mother's Day, and a great summer craft project.

Easy DIY Painted Flower Pots for Kids to Make

These DIY painted flower pots are so fun and colorful and would brighten up any patio or outdoor space!

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Paper Plate Fish Craft for Kids

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This paper plate fish craft is bright and colorful and perfect for summer. A fun and easy summer craft for kids to make.

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4th of July Splatter Paint Art Decorations for Preschoolers!

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A fun outdoor messy splatter art project that kids will have fun creating!

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How to tie dye 3 easy patterns

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Step by step tutorial on creating 3 easy tie-dye patterns. A fun outdoor summer project kids will love!

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Photo Mermaid Craft Idea For Girls

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Adorable photo mermaid craft idea for girls to make.

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Ocean Theme Wooden Spoon Craft and Pretend Play

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Use wooden spoons to create these adorable ocean puppets for a fun summer craft and activity.

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Sailboat Craft

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Create this easy sailboat craft out of different colored paper for this fun summer art project.

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Super Fun & Easy Sidewalk Chalk Paint Play Recipe

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Make some colorful sidewalk chalk with this easy recipe for some outdoor art fun!

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DIY Shape Bubble Wands with Cookie Cutters

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Kids will love making and playing with these different shaped bubble wands made with cookie cutters.

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Paper Plate Watermelon Craft

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Get ready for summer with this adorable paper plate watermelon craft! A wonderful craft for younger kids.

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Preschool Painting with Flowers

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Preschoolers will love using flowers in this creative painting project.

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Colorful Hot Air Balloon Craft

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Make a colorful hot air balloon craft out of simple supplies.

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DIY Paper Flowers

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Kids will love making these beautiful paper flowers in gorgeous summer colors.

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Paper plate jellyfish craft for kids

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Kids will have fun making these adorable colorful jellyfish using paper plates and yarn.

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Melted Crayon Art

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Use the summer sun to create this colorful art project with melted crayons.

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COLORFUL WATERCOLOR SEAHORSE ART FOR KIDS

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Make this bright and bold watercolor seahorse art for a pop of summer color.

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Fun Summer Craft For kids- Paper Plate Sun Marionette

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This paper plate sun is an easy to make summer craft. Kids will love playing with their dancing sun project!

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Starfish Black Glue Watercolor Art

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Use black glue as a resist medium to create this fun ocean art project.

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Colorful Popsicles Fine Motor Craft

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Kids will have fun using brightly colored tissue paper to make this popsicle craft that is perfect for working on fine motor skills.

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Sea Shell Art for Kids – Perfect Summertime Craft

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A fun and easy craft project kids can make with beach treasures collected over the summer.

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Nature Art Prompts: Birds

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Create gorgeous nature art with these printable art prompts of birds.

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Glowing Campfire Craft for Kids

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Make this magical glowing campfire craft that is perfect for summer and imaginative play!

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DIY T-shirt Painting: Sun Printing on Fabric

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An awesome summer craft for tweens and teens using the heat of the sun to help paint a t-shirt.

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Stunning Seahorse Black Glue Craft

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Use black glue and watercolors to create this stunning seahorse craft.

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Seashell Painting for Preschoolers - STEAM Activity - Sixth Bloom- Lifestyle, Photography & Family Blog

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Preschoolers will have a blast making these cute painted seashells that make an easy summer craft.

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Watermelon Garland Craft | DIY Summer Decoration

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Decorate your summer get together's and BBQ's with this adorable watermelon garland made with doilies.

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Coffee Filter Crafts for Kids: Coffee Filter Crab Craft

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Use coffee filters to make this cute crab craft that is perfect for younger kids.

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"You Are My Sunshine" Paper Plate Craft

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Kids will have fun making this sun paper plate craft to give to someone special.

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Footprint Monkey Craft and Fingerprint Palm Tree

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Make a footprint monkey and a fingerprint palm tree for this delightful summer painting project.

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Printable Mermaid Posters with Cute Sayings

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Kids can create beautiful art to hang on their walls with these printable mermaid posters.

Kids will love making these colorful beaded friendship bracelets for their friends. These beaded bracelets are super easy to make and kids will have fun coming up with positive messages to share with their friends. A fun and easy DIY jewelry project for kids!

Colorful Beaded Friendship Bracelets for Kids

Kids will love making these colorful beaded friendship bracelets for their BFF's! A perfect summer camp or rainy afternoon project.

I hope you have had a chance to take a look at some of the amazing project ideas above and are feeling inspired to give some a try this summer!

We love creating and exploring with different art supplies and techniques. If you are looking for more art projects to try, take a look at our ultimate collection of amazing art projects for kids!

More seasonal arts and crafts you will love

30 of the Best Autumn Crafts for Kids

These autumn crafts for kids will inspire fun and creativity! Click through to find fall leaf crafts, pumpkin and apple crafts, fall decor crafts and more.   

25+ Fabulous Fall Art Projects for Kids

These fabulous fall art projects for kids will inspire you and your kids to create and have fun! There are so many creative ideas for kids of all ages, you are sure to find one (or more!) that your kids will want to try. Click through to find fall tree ideas, art projects with fall leaves, pumpkins, animals and more!

The Ultimate List of 65+ Winter Arts and Crafts   

This amazing collection of over 65 winter arts and crafts will inspire you and your kids to create some beautiful winter projects. #artsandcrafts #wintercrafts #kidsactivities #projectswithkids

Some of my favorite arts & crafts supplies

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It’s always great to have some simple arts and crafts supplies on hand for kids to use and create their own open-ended art projects. My daughter loves to take some colorful paper, scissors, and glue and create her own art projects. Even a simple watercolor set with some real watercolor paper will inspire kids and get them using their creativity!

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