Popsicle Stick Crafts

When popsicles were first created, many would have never guessed that the stick would turn out to be more popular then the edible part. Today, these sticks are readily available in craft stores sans the frozen juice, so all those blue and red tongues are a thing of the past. But the creativity of building with them has stuck around.

The art of popsicle stick crafting is one of imagination and creativity. If you can picture it, you can build it. What makes stick crafts so popular is the fact that they can be anything from simple projects to complex challenges. All you need is a bunch of popsicle sticks, some glue, and your imagination. From there, you can add glitter, pipe cleaners, or whatever fits your ideas. Popsicle stick crafts also have an advantage that many crafts do not have, which is the ability for children to create things without adult supervision. As long as the area they are working at is safe for glue, the mess is easy to clean up.

Supplies for these crafts are cheap, and what can be made is only limited by the imaginations of the crafters. Whole families can build projects together or individually. Popsicle stick crafts are not just for kids. For example, Idaho State University is holding a competition for their engineers using popsicle sticks. Because it is a fun activity for all ages, you can get in on the fun with your children and compare the end products you come up with. You can build more complex things like furniture, while the child creates a simple stick doll to use them.