DIY Projects Your Whole Family Can Do Together

Getting kids involved in DIY projects at an early age will help them gain confidence and skills they will put to good use later in life. And when you work on these projects together, it can be a great bonding experience. Here are 13 parent-child DIY-friendly projects you’ll enjoy doing together.

Create a Fairy Garden

Fairy gardens can be as simple or as complicated as you want them to be, which is great for any age DIYer. Find a spot in your yard to add some whimsical fun and see what you can create. Check out these 15 breathtaking DIY fairy gardens for ideas and inspiration.

Build a Bookcase

Teach your young DIYer basic woodworking skills by building a bookshelf together. When you’re done, help them paint it in a fun color to match their bedroom. You can make this simple bookcase in a day.

Construct a Treehouse

Spend some time in the backyard and construct a treehouse. This is a DIY project you can do together and make it as basic or intricate as you’d like. You may even find you can reuse materials you already have. These 50 treehouses will knock you out.

Paint Stones

Here’s a DIY project the little ones will love. Collect some stones (the flatter the better) and paint them. Try painting ladybugs, flowers or get creative! Markers would also work for this project. You can then use them to decorate the garden. Add it to the list of these 14 super fun DIY projects for all ages.

Make a Bird Feeder or Birdhouse

All the colorful birds will want to hang out in your yard when you hang a bird feeder or birdhouse. These are great DIY projects to do with kids because you can teach them simple woodworking skills, and the project isn’t too large or overwhelming. Here’s a bird feeder you can build in just two hours, or check out these 14 extravagant birdhouses.

Build a Jewelry Box

Is your child running out of room to store all their jewelry or vacation trinkets? Try building a DIY jewelry box or organizer together. There are lots of plans available online to choose from. Get kids started in DIY with these simple tips.

 

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