“I’m bored!”
They’re the two words kids say that every parent dreads. OK, they’re not the only two, but the moment they’re uttered, it can sometimes feel like an impossible task keeping them entertained. Instead of leaving them to their tablets or the TV, this is the perfect opportunity to create long-lasting — and in this case tangible —memories.
How, you ask?
Pull out the coloring pencils, crayons and markers, and give the kids free reign to scribble their hearts away. And luckily for you, we have plenty of printable craft templates on hand to help kids embrace their artistic talents and let their imaginations run wild.
So plug in that printer, slide in some paper and — voilà! — suddenly those kids have access to hours upon hours of artsy family fun. And, hey, if you have other arts-and-crafts supplies lying around, turn these pages into a mixed-media art project. The possibilities are truly endless.
A version of this article was originally published in March 2014.
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The First Frame of Many…
Image Credit: SheKnows A good frame template can be used for so many things.
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Picture Frame
Image Credit: SheKnows Frame drawings, photos, your face…
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Royal Picture Frame
Image Credit: SheKnows Why not personalize your picture frame and your art?
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Pretty Picture Frame
Image Credit: SheKnows You can even frame some beaded crafts.
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Regal Picture Frame
Image Credit: SheKnows Tape it to the wall and hang jewelry in the middle.
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Fancy Picture Frame
Image Credit: SheKnows This frame template is extra fancy.
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Abstract Design
Image Credit: SheKnows Take drawings to a new level with an abstract design that looks like a fidget spinner, am I right?
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Leafy Pattern
Image Credit: SheKnows This leaf pattern is begging for some color.
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Maple Leaf
Image Credit: SheKnows A leaf pattern for the Canadian in all of us.
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Hearts
Image Credit: SheKnows We heart crafts.
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Postage Stamps
Image Credit: SheKnows Personalized postage stamps FTW.
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4-Leaf Clover
Image Credit: SheKnows Four-leaf clovers aren't just for St. Patrick's Day.
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Ladybugs
Image Credit: SheKnows They are the cutest bugs, after all.
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Sunburst
Image Credit: SheKnows Add a little sunshine to your day.
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Crown
Image Credit: SheKnows The craft queen will see you now.
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Candles
Image Credit: SheKnows Candle templates are great for Halloween, Hanukkah, birthdays — you name it.
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Sheriff Badge
Image Credit: SheKnows There's a new sheriff in town.
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