Yarning with kids is a great way to keep them entertained during the summer! These yarn crafts are perfect activities for summer camps, parties and rainy days. Keep extrea supplies at hand to pull out if boredom strikes on a hot day, too! The crafts range in age levels, so there's sure to be something that kids will love making.

skill level: beginner craft

Unicorn Mane Paper Craft

This unicorn craft combines paper and yarn. It would make a great party activity! You can also color it with markers for an even more colorful time.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

skill level: beginner craft

Paper Plate Weaving

Practice weaving without breaking the bank! These plates are fun activities for summer camp and parties!

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

skill level: beginner craft

Tassel Wall Hanging

Take a walk, find a stick and make this pretty wall hanging. It's so easy! Or head out to the craft store and grab a dowel. Either way, a pop of color and tassels is always fun!

Pattern crafted in Red Heart With Love.

skill level: beginner craft

Wrapped Shapes

Cut out any shape you love and get wrapping to add a fun pop of color to any room with a Pomp-a-Doodle.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver and Red Heart Pomp-a-Doodle.

skill level: beginner craft

Straw Weaving

Straw weaving is a fun way to make friendship bracelets. Kids can combine their favorite colors to make these fun accessories.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

skill level: beginner craft

Paper Tube Monsters

Let the kids' imaginations take over while they make crazy and fun monster friends.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Classic.

skill level: beginner craft

Wrapped Rocks

Wrapping rocks is a great way to play with color! It's a lot cleaner than painting them, too, so this activity is perfect for rainy days or parties.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

skill level: beginner craft

Yarn-Wrapped Wire Words

Spell it out with meaningful and fun yarn wrapped words. Hang them on the walls to add a sweet pop of color to any room.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

skill level: beginner craft

Finger Knit Headband

Finger knitting is a great way to introduce people of all ages to yarn crafting! This headband is quick to make and fun to customize with favorite colors.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart With Love.

skill level: beginner craft

Wrapped Rain Cloud

Here's a perfect craft for a rainy day! Practice motor skills and name all the colors of the rainbow. If painting is too messy, use markers instead.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

skill level: beginner craft

Pompom Aliens

Pompoms and googly eyes are such a fun combination! Pompoms are easy to make, and all these silly aliens are a sure win for a crafty party!

Pattern crafted in Red Heart With Love.

skill level: beginner craft

Stick Weaving

Want to try weaving but don't have a loom? No problem. Head outside, grab an interesting set of branches, and get started making easy and fun wall decorations!

Pattern crafted in Red Heart With Love.

skill level: beginner craft

I Spy Spotter Binoculars

These binoculars will easily add an extrea dose of fun to any 'I Spy' Game. Spot birds, explore the neighbourhood, and get creative with this kid-friendly craft.

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

skill level: beginner craft

I Spy Spotter Telescope

Pirates and explorers get ready to find what you're looking for! This easy to glue craft is a fun way to play 'I spy'!

Pattern crafted in Red Heart Super Saver.

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