Kids can’t say no to pasta, even when it’s made of paper! Our Spaghetti and Meatballs Craft for Kids is super easy and looks better than the real thing!
I am yet to see a kid who doesn’t like spaghetti or noodles. There’s something so satisfying about slurping those smooth strands, along with thick sauce and something with a good bite! Many adults also find this dish extremely comforting – forget the calories!
We’ve converted this kid favorite into a fun craft that’s perfect for pretend play! This craft is super easy, and you can make this with basic craft supplies and stuff around the house. If you’ve tried our paper pie craft, paper sushi craft or our paper sandwich craft, then this one will be a piece of cake……sorry, meatballs!!!
These Cool and Creative Ice Cream Crafts for Kids will have you craving an ice cream cone in no time, no matter what the weather is outside!
There are many joys of childhood, and one of them is most certainly slurping on an ice cream cone, going ever so slowly so the treat will last longer. Unfortunately, that often ends up with the ice cream dripping down your fingers and making a mess!
In case you’re wondering why we’re talking about ice creams when Fall is on its way, it’s because September 22nd is Ice Cream Cone Day. There are some differences of opinion based on where the cone was invented, but initially they were waffles rolled by hand. Later, a machine was invented and ice cream cones were all set to rule the world.
So how are you going to celebrate Ice Cream Cone Day this year? If you can, we’d certainly recommend treating yourself and your family to some yummy cones! If not, you can still celebrate – with some cool and tempting ice cream crafts!
It’s Fall, which means it’s time for falling leaves, acorns and of course, pumpkins! Celebrate the season with some cute & playful pumpkin crafts for kids.
When you think of Halloween, what’s the first thing that comes to mind?
I know the answer – pumpkins!!
Yes, we have our witches, cauldrons, monsters and ghosts, but you have to admit that the humble pumpkin makes its appearance first! Carving out a Jack o Lantern is one decoration activity that everyone undertakes, thanks to the abundance of pumpkins.
Is it any surprise then that 26th October is Pumpkin Day? Well, I think it’s only fair that we now celebrate this special occasion – with a load of playful pumpkin crafts for kids! Most of these crafts are super easy and can be done even by preschoolers.
Get ready to celebrate Cupcake Day with these super cute Cupcake Crafts for Kids! Bring out the craft paper, pom poms and doilies, and get crafting!
Did you know that the 14th of June is Cupcake Day? Well, it’s not like we need a special day to enjoy these delightful little treats, so it’s okay if you were unaware!
Cupcakes aren’t just a treat for your palate – they’re also a sight for sore eyes! All that fluffy, airy frosting, topped with colorful sprinkles or fruit – just thinking about it is making my mouth water!
It’s no wonder then that cupcakes are such a hit with the kids, and a must have at kids’ parties. So today, we’re going to take a break from all the sugar, but still enjoy our favorite treat – by making cute cupcake crafts! These crafts are super easy to make and perfect for the young crowd, so bring out your supplies and get crafting!
If you want to set up your pretend play food station without spending a bomb or using plastic, try these – easy, no sew pretend play food crafts for kids!
Some of my best childhood memories are about the times I played pretend kitchen with my neighbor, a little girl my age. We used to pool in all the little dishes and whatever pretend food we had and then we went on to create all kinds of delicacies. The flair with which we served these up would put any Masterchef to shame!
Of course, we had to improvise a lot, especially when it came to the food. Bits of paper became rice, long strips became noodles and sponges multitasked as bread, cake or even the kitchen sponge! Play doh and rocks also featured a lot, and the more variety we had, the more fun it was.
These days, the kind of pretend play sets you find in toy stores are so sophisticated, some of them look better than my real kitchen! But they do cost quite a pretty penny, and are mostly made of plastic, which isn’t exactly eco-friendly. And I personally feel they take away from the imaginative benefits of pretend play.
That’s why I believe that handmade trumps store-bought, any day!! So if you’d like to give your play kitchen or play restaurant a more realistic look without spending a bomb or adding to landfills, here are 20 pretend play food crafts for kids, made with simple craft supplies and basic crafting skills.
Love doughnuts? Then this doughnut paper craft is a must make! Punch out holes and add a glaze of your choice. Don’t forget to add lots of sprinkles!
Here’s a quick trivia question – what is Homer Simpson’s favorite food, is known as ‘Nun’s farts’ in French, was served to WWII soldiers and is associated with policemen in the U.S.? Here’s a clue – they aren’t ‘whole’. Still no? It’s doughnuts!!
A doughnut is a food that reach all your senses. They look pretty, smell heavenly, feel soft and fluffy and are handy to hold – not to mention they taste yum! Is it a snack, or dessert? Well, the choice is entirely up to you!
Speaking of choices, we have quite an array of them for your pretend play food corner, with food from around the world. We have tacos from Mexico, pizza from Italy, dosa from India and sushi from Japan. Seems like an all-American doughnut craft is missing, so here we go with our doughnut paper craft for kids!
Set up your play food counter with a kiddie favorite – pizza, and make it super realistic with this incredibly detailed Paper Pizza Craft for Kids!!
One of the best things about pretend play is that you can use your imagination to the fullest. A stick can be a wand, a scepter or a chef’s ladle, a rock can be a potato, a diamond or a mouse! The more detailed you make your props, the more ‘real’ pretend play becomes!
That’s why we love making special crafts for pretend play, whether they’re quirky hats or animal crowns. And when it comes to food, we believe in going all the way! And if you’ve been following our recent posts, you know we’ve been busy cooking!
Today, we’re adding a universal kiddie favorite to our pretend play corner – pizza! This is one of those foods that can be customized any which way you like. We’ve made our paper pizza craft pretty loaded, and you’ll feel full after making it!
Not anyone has visited South India without trying a Masala Dosa, and we celebrate this iconic dish with a fun Paper Masala Dosa Craft that kids can put together in no time!
India is a land of varied cuisines, and while each region has it’s own set of delicacies, there’s something to be said about South Indian food. The fermented dishes, with that nutty aroma and fresh vegetables – yum!!
The most popular dishes are probably idlis – soft fluffy steamed rice cakes, and dosas – fermented, crispy pancakes. There are so many kinds of idlis and dosas, but ask any Indian and you’ll see that the maximum votes go to the Masala Dosa!
This is one mouth watering dish that you simply cannot afford to miss! If you’ve already tried it, you know what I’m talking about. Living in Bangalore gives me an extra advantage, with so many restaurants around. However, we’ve got something that you can make wherever you live – a paper masala dosa craft – one that looks as good as the real thing!
Enjoy summer with a cool frosted lemonade paper craft – you’ll realize that you can make lemonade out of anything life throws at you – including craft paper!
With our previous posts focusing on pies, sushi, tacos, sandwiches and spaghetti, I realized that our pretend play food counter was seriously lacking some beverages. And so we opted for the most popular and the easiest drink you can make in summer – lemonade!
I think I know how the parched earth feels when rain falls on it – because I’m sure it’s like how I feel when some chilled lemonade flows down my throat during summer! Come to think of it, that must also be how kids with lemonade stands must feel – ending their pocket money drought!
You know another thing I love about lemonade? There are so many ways you can go about customizing it! You can add in anything from mint, apples, ginger, spices and so on to make your own version. Today, we’re going to be adding some juicy strawberries to our lemonade to make the popular pink lemonade that looks as good as it tastes! So let’s begin!
Taco Tuesday will now mean something different, with our super-colorful Paper Taco Craft for kids! Packed with beans, veggies and lots and lots of cheese!!
We are thoroughly enjoying making our pretend play food collages over here! After pie, sushi, sandwiches and spaghetti, our pretend restaurant is serving today’s special – tacos!
Just hearing about tacos probably brings up images of colorful sombreros and guacamole, right? The reason I love tacos is that they’re so easy to make – take a tortilla and stuff it with whatever you like! It’s also a great way to get kids to eat veggies buried beneath cheese!
However, there’s nothing sneaky about today’s paper taco craft for kids, made with different varieties of craft paper. Trust me, it’s a dish worthy to be on any cooking show!
Add to your pretend play food collection with our Paper Sandwich Craft for Kids – a bright and colorful paper version of the universal kiddie favorite!
In our last post, we put the spotlight on a traditional delicacy from a special culture, with our Paper Sushi craft. Today, we’re going in a different direction – we’re going to make something that’s popular in homes across the globe, especially with kids. Yes, we’re making a sandwich!
A sandwich is the first choice for a quick meal – just slap two slices of bread together with any filling of your choice. It could be simply butter – or it could be a plethora of meat, vegetables and sauces! However, we’re going the healthy way today, which is why our sandwich uses whole grain bread and lots of veggies. Tuck in!
You may need years of training to become a Sushi chef, but not for this easy Paper Sushi Craft! Make this fun craft with different kinds of paper in bright colors!
Oscar Wilde said, “The Japanese people are… simply a mode of style, an exquisite fancy of art”. You have to agree with him, especially when you look at their awesome bullet trains, Origami and of course, sushi!! A sushi platter is a sight for sore eyes – just like our Paper Sushi Craft!
The main part of making this craft is pretty much like making the actual dish – assembling the various parts together! For our craft today, we’re going to have a couple of sushi rolls, bamboo shoots and some nigiri, which is a piece of fish placed over rice and tied together with a band of nori. Sounds yummy, so let’s begin!
Take pretend play food to the next level with a fun Paper Pie Craft for kids! Make cherry, pumpkin and blueberry pies out of simple paper collages!
It’s 14 March today, which you can also write in MM/DD form as as 3.14. Now, does that number look familiar? Oh yes, it’s ∏ (pi)!!
Yes, it’s Pi Day on 14th March, and yes, it’s because of the date! That’s a fascinating fact, but what interests me more are the pies of the edible variety. There are so many delicious pies out there, but my #1 favorite has to be cherry! Miss P and I have been longing to make her dolls a pretend pie for a while and what better day than Pi day to make not one but three!!
My daughter’s school always has adorable project stations for the children. Last week there was a “pumpkin pie” station that integrated sensory with art. I decided we had to do it at home. Such a simple and fun activity!
