12 Kid-Friendly Crafts That Deserve to Be Displayed

As every mom knows, kids' artwork and craft projects start out sweet but have a way of quickly overtaking the house. While there's only so much you can do about the crafts they come home with from school and classes, you certainly have a say over what goes on at home. Encourage creativity with these 12 kid-friendly projects, all of which you'll be proud to put on display in their rooms or elsewhere in your house. Source: All of Me

Button Clock

Button Clock

The rustic charm of a handmade button clock makes it a perfect timepiece for a kid's room or nursery. You probably already have 12 buttons lying around the house to get you started, and you can customize the look with the fabric backing of your choice. Source: LAM Designs

A Floating Wall Clock

A Floating Wall Clock

The numbers on this chic floating clock are simply covered in scrapbook papers, something the kids can certainly help out with. Source: All of Me

Cool Crayon Art

Cool Crayon Art

Yes, this is just as much fun to make as it looks, and a modern Crayola art canvas would be a bold addition to your kiddos' playroom. Source: Whatever . . .

Hama Bead Portrait

Hama Bead Portrait

While this one takes some advance work on mom's end, an older child can certainly assist with the bead placement on one of these incredibly impressive Hama bead portraits. Source: All of Me

Heart Punch Collage

Heart Punch Collage

The look of this chic heart punch collage is so professional, people won't believe it was a DIY! You can glue your hearts directly onto a piece of card stock, but they look especially cool — almost like they're floating — when you first attach them with a small piece of foam. Ali Edwards

Potato Printed Pillow Shams

Potato Printed Pillow Shams

Little hands will have a blast with this textile project that lets kids stamp away with a completely organic tool — a potato! Source: Glue and Glitter

Lego Storage Jars

Lego Storage Jars

The best way to store all those little Lego pieces? In these adorable storage containers made from upcycled baby food jars. Kids will love drawing on the funny faces with Sharpies. Source: ObSUESSed

Felted Hanging Storage Bag

Felted Hanging Storage Bag

This one's all on mama, but we love the idea of knitting one of these felted storage bags as an alternative to knitting a traditional sweater or blanket. Source: All of Me

Photo Jars

Photo Jars

Have your kids plow through piles of photos and choose a few favorites to display in these clever photo jars instead of traditional store-bought frames. Source: Photojojo

Poppy Painting

Poppy Painting

Encourage kids' creativity with just a bit of guidance by following the tutorial for this sweet, Spring-y poppy painting on canvas. Source: Create Celebrate Explore

Shooting Star Bunting

Shooting Star Bunting

Perfect for the nesting mom looking for DIY nursery projects, this shooting star bunting is a great way to add some celestial fun to baby's room. Source: Glue and Glitter

Washi Tape Murals

Washi Tape Murals

A great way to add some temporary decor to your child's room, this washi tape mural is a great source of inspiration — either let your kids go at it alone, or plan your design out on paper beforehand and go for a sophisticated, well-planned look. Source: Flickr user ninainvorm