Yeshiva Week is here, and if you’re staying close to home, you’re probably already hearing those familiar words: “I’m bored.” Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. These staycation crafts are the perfect way to keep kids busy, creative, and happy during the break, all without leaving the house.
Whether you're looking for quick projects with minimal supplies to hands-on crafts that require more time, these ideas are designed with real families in mind.
These crafts will help turn Yeshiva Week at home into something special (and maybe even a little peaceful).
If you're looking for something to cook together with your kids, check out our kid-friendly recipe roundup here!
1. The Coolest Masking Tape Art (Great For All Ages!) by Sara Goldstein

A craft activity that can be adapted for toddlers through tweens? Yes, please! Each age group starts out with a fresh white canvas and painter’s tape. Then they can customize however they choose. Toddlers can use dot paint, young kids can use acrylic paint with paint brushes and spray paint is for the big ones! This is a great craft for when everyone is off and you need them all to be preoccupied together.
2. How To Make The Prettiest Pipe Cleaner Flowers by Mushky Yiftach

This craft is perfect for when you want something simple, with minimal supplies, quick assembly, and an oh-so-pretty result!
3. 4 DIY Pressed Flower Crafts by Mushky Yiftach

There’s something so delicate and beautiful about dried, pressed flowers—they preserve a little piece of nature that you can enjoy all year long. In this article, we’re sharing a few easy and creative ways to turn those pretty petals into functional and decorative crafts. Each project is simple to make and adds a touch of natural charm to your home or gift giving.
4. How to Make Marbled Vases with Nail Polish by Mushky Yiftach

Create a stunning marbled vase for your flowers! With just a few simple supplies—and a whole lot of fun—you’ll have the prettiest vase (or vases!) on your table.
5. This DIY Ring Holder Is Perfect When Washing On Shabbat by Mushky Yiftach

Rings are such gorgeous accessories, but where can we put them while we wash Hamotzi on Shabbat? Wouldn’t it be great if there was a safe and beautiful place where we could place our rings other than our mouth?
You are in luck! What better place to store your rings safely when you wash, than this adorable Shabbat candle ring holder! Gather the materials, and let’s create!
6. 3-Ingredient SCENTED Play Dough by Sara Goldstein

What’s more fun than playing with play dough? Making your own! This recipe is so easy to make and such a pleasure to work with. We added essential oils in delicious flavors like bubblegum and blue cotton candy for even more fun.
7. Cloud Paint Art by Tamar Teitelbaum

It’s Sunday morning and the kids are running amok. One of the quickest ways to settle the situation is to announce, “Let’s do a project!” A project that gets my kids and their friends really excited is puffy paint, which around my house we call “cloud paint.”
8. DIY Snow Globes by Nosh & Nibble

Rylee is back for her final episode of Nosh & Nibble! This time, she's taking us into her craft corner to show us how to make DIY snow globes—the perfect activity for any winter day!
9. Let's Draw Hot Cocoa by Kosher Kids Canvas

Winter is officially here and what better way to stay warm than with a hot glass of cocoa? Mushky and Rosa will teach us how to draw the cutest winter mugs with hot cocoa and marshmallows on top!
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