Looking for a wonderful way to spark creativity in your kids while teaching them to reuse everyday materials? These ideas double as summer projects that are both eco-friendly and engaging. These DIY tea light holder crafts transform simple waste into artistic treasures, blending fun with functionality. Perfect for school projects, festive décor, or weekend family activities, each idea helps children explore shapes, colours and a love for handmade creations. Whether you're looking for homemade easy crafts for kids or want to plan a fun summer vacation craft, these ideas are perfect to keep them busy during the break.

1. Children’s Day Tabletop Pencil Holder Craft

Bringhten your study table with this playful pencil holder that doubles as cheerful décor. Kids will love creating their own truck loaded with colourful tissue holders to store pens and pencils. For families looking for more homemade easy crafts for kids, this guide offers plenty of simple yet enriching ideas.

Materials Required

• Fevistik Power

• Fevicryl Glass Colours

• Fevicryl Acrylic Colour

• Corrugated Sheet

• Coloured Corrugated Sheet

• Foam

• Quilling Strips

• 6 Tissue Holder

• Chart Papers

• Pencil

• Scale

• Scissors
   

Steps to Create:
Draw and cut out a truck shape on a corrugated sheet, then use Fevistik to build its structure. Attach wheels crafted from barbeque sticks and paper coils, cover with bright chart papers, and glue painted tissue holders inside as pencil stands. For fun, create OHP balloons with glass colours, fix them to sticks and secure them on the truck. Add photos and decorative elements like foam and quilling strips for a truly personalised craft.

Creative Tip:
Turn it into a festival truck by adding tiny LED lights around the edges to glow during celebrations. This cheerful craft also fits perfectly into summer crafts for kids lists, as it combines creativity and function.

Discover the full project and more by exploring the Children’s Day Tabletop Pencil Holder Craft.

2. Marine Theme Tray Craft Activity with Clay and Cardboard

Dive under the sea with this delightful marine-themed tray. Using cardboard and colourful clay, kids can craft their own underwater world complete with fish, corals and pebbles. Crafting an underwater world can be one of the most exciting summer projects for kids who love sea creatures and storytelling.

Materials Required

• Fevicol A+

• Rangeela Creative Clay

• Fevicryl Acrylic Colour

• Corrugated sheet

• Any cord

• Sponge

• Pencil

• Paper cutter

• Tissue papers
   

Steps to Create:
Cut wavy layers from corrugated sheets, glue them together and stick tissue bits on top for texture. Sponge on acrylic paints in blue gradients, then poke holes on the sides to attach cord handles. Craft clay fish, corals, pebbles and weed, shape and detail them by hand. Arrange your vibrant marine elements on the tray with Fevicol A+ to bring your ocean scene to life.

Creative Tip:
Sprinkle fine glitter on the clay sea creatures before they dry to give them a magical undersea sparkle. These activities also double as thoughtful summer vacation craft options for school holiday assignments.

Set sail into creativity by following the Marine Theme Tray Craft Activity.

3. Make Homophone Monster Craft Ideas for Kids

Mix learning with fun by creating these quirky homophone monsters that teach language while decorating desks or shelves. No matter the skill level, these fun-filled summer projects are bound to be a hit!

Materials Required

• Fevistik Power

• Fevicryl Acrylic Colours

• Coloured Pipe Cleaners

• Googly Eyes of Different Shapes & Sizes

• White Chart Paper

• Felt Pen

• Pencil

• Scale

• Scissors
   

Steps to Create:
Cut rectangles from the corrugated sheet and draw zigzag splits. Paint each piece with bright colours, add googly eyes and pipe cleaner arms for monster-like features. Write homophone pairs on chart paper, cut them out, and stick them onto the monsters. Now kids can have fun matching the pairs and learning as they play.

Creative Tip:
Add tiny speech bubbles above the monsters’ heads with witty homophone jokes to make grammar lessons giggly. These monsters are not only educational but also qualify as homemade easy crafts for kids, especially during summer breaks.

Join in the fun by checking out the complete Make Homophone Monster Craft Ideas for Kids.

4. Fun Puzzle Rangoli Craft Ideas for Kids Activity

Create a dazzling puzzle rangoli with foil mirrors and clay — a brilliant way to teach kids about patterns and geometry. Try these colourful designs as part of your summer crafts for kids kit at home.

Materials Required

• Fevicol MR

• Rangeela Creative Clay

• Foil mirrors

• Pencil

• Scale

• Scissors

• Paper Cutter

• Fine Art Brushes
   

Steps to Create:
Cut six large triangles from the corrugated sheet, draw arches, and fill them with vibrant clay shapes using Fevicol. Stick foil mirrors for sparkle, then coat with Fevicol MR for durability. Rearrange the triangles into different rangoli patterns for endless creative play. This puzzle rangoli makes a great summer vacation craft, letting children explore pattern-making while staying creative indoors.

Creative Tip:
Make extra triangles with different colour schemes to mix and match your rangoli design every festival. This fun activity checks all the boxes for summer projects that promote geometry and design.

Learn more ways to get crafty with the Fun Puzzle Rangoli Craft Ideas for Kids Activity.

5. DIY Bird Shape Phone Holder Craft With Cardboard and Clay

Blend cuteness and utility with this adorable angry bird-inspired phone holder that kids will proudly keep by their bedside. From paper crafts to recycled decor, each idea makes for fun, mess-free summer projects that you can enjoy indoors or outdoors.

Materials Required

• Fevicol MR

• Glue Drops

• Rangeela Creative Clay

• Yellow, off white and Red Chart Paper

• Corrugated Sheet

• Pencil

• Scissors

• Paper Cutter

• Barbeque stick
   

Steps to Create:
Cut rectangles and a pocket on the corrugated sheet for the holder base. Glue together with drops, add a beak cut-out, then cover in bright chart paper. Use clay to shape tiny wings and feet, attach using a barbecue stick, and detail eyes and a comb. Seal with Fevicol MR for a glossy finish.

Creative Tip:
Stick a tiny magnet on the back so it can hold paper clips or pins, doubling up its usefulness on study desks. It’s also one of the best summer crafts for kids who love making their own gadgets and organisers.

See how to build your own playful stand with the DIY Bird Shape Phone Holder Craft.

And That’s A Wrap!

Each of these ideas is a brilliant pick for summer projects, especially when you're looking to reduce screen time with hands-on fun. With these delightful Easy Summer Craft Projects, your kids can enjoy meaningful summer projects while learning to reuse and upcycle. Whether it’s creating a marine wonderland, playful monsters, or a glowing pencil truck, each project nurtures imagination, skill and a love for eco-friendly creativity. 

Whether you’re tackling a weekend summer vacation craft or searching for homemade easy crafts for kids, these projects tick every box. From making puzzles to marine trays, these summer projects are a hands-on way for kids to beat boredom and bond with family. So gather your leftover papers, clay, and cartons — and let the crafting adventures begin! They also make brilliant summer crafts for kids, combining colour, texture, and problem-solving all in one