49 Easy Summer Crafts for Your Home, Garden, and Family Fun
Prep for sunshine and warm weather galore with these equally bright DIY home projects.
For DIY lovers, the gloriously long, warm days of the season mean one thing: Time to whip up summer crafts that spruce up our homes and gardens. From summer wreaths to homespun 4th of July decorations to "green" crafts that transform something old into something new, you’ll find plenty of fun ideas here. And each one is just as pretty and affordable as the next, so it'll be hard to figure out which one to start with first (good thing you have three whole months!).
If you have young children or teens at home on summer break, why not get the whole gang involved in making a fun seasonal project? Crafting is, after all, one of the best ways to spend quality family time together—and you'll teach them lifelong skills along the way. They’ll also enjoy these easy crafts for kids and outdoor games they can make themselves.
Maybe start simple with a festive garland made of paper straws and twine for a party. Or try something a little more involved, like a garden caddy made out of an oversized vintage enamelware bowl? If you need a host or hostess gift for a BBQ party, a set of cute candleholders made from croquet balls is sure to be a hit. So, dig out the craft bin and tool box, turn on your favorite classic summer country song, and grab a cold glass of lemonade. It’s time to start tackling these charming and easy summer DIYs.
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