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Milo Frank

Upcycling & Kids Crafts Writer

Milo Frank

Milo is an upcycler and dad who writes about turning junk into treasure and keeping kids happily busy with glue and glitter. He favors cheap, forgiving projects over Pinterest perfection, and he believes the best crafts are the ones that get finished — mess, mistakes, and all.

Articles

12 articles by Milo

An open scrapbook page with photos, washi tape, and handwritten notes spread out
Paper 5 min read

Fun Scrapbooking Ideas for Beginners

Discover fun scrapbooking ideas for beginners, from your first supplies to simple layouts and playful themes that turn loose photos into a story to keep.

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Children making robots and animals from cardboard tubes, bottle caps, and egg cartons
Kids 5 min read

Fun Recycled Crafts for Kids

Turn everyday recycling into fun crafts for kids with easy ideas for cardboard, jars, and bottles, plus safety tips to keep the making joyful and worry-free.

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Small hands pressing cookie cutters into rolled-out salt dough on a floured surface
Kids 5 min read

How to Make Salt Dough With Kids

A simple, foolproof guide on how to make salt dough with kids, with an easy recipe, baking tips, decorating ideas, and clear safety advice for parents.

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Balls of brightly colored homemade playdough on a wooden board beside a small rolling pin
Kids 5 min read

How to Make Homemade Playdough

Make soft, squishy homemade playdough with a few pantry staples, an easy no-cook and cooked method, and simple tips to keep it fresh and safe for play.

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A hand smoothing a strip of newspaper onto a balloon coated in paper mache paste
Paper 5 min read

How to Make a Paper Mache Project

Learn how to make a paper mache project from scratch with simple pantry supplies, easy layering steps, and smart drying tips to keep mold away for good.

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Children crafting indoors by a rain-streaked window on a gray day
Kids 4 min read

Fun Rainy Day Crafts for Kids

Beat the indoor blues with fun rainy day crafts for kids, using everyday supplies, simple steps, and safety tips to turn a wet afternoon into a happy one.

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A row of clean glass jars filled with dried goods and small plants on a shelf.
Home Decor 5 min read

How to Repurpose Glass Jars

Turn empty pasta sauce and jam jars into pretty, useful home decor. Easy, budget-friendly upcycling ideas plus how to clean labels and sterilize jars safely.

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A toddler pressing colorful stickers onto paper at a low table with no mess in sight
Kids 5 min read

Mess-Free Craft Ideas for Toddlers

Try these easy mess-free craft ideas for toddlers using safe, non-toxic supplies and clever tricks that keep little hands busy without the cleanup chaos.

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A child and an adult making colorful paper crafts together at a kitchen table
Kids 5 min read

Easy Crafts to Do With Kids

Warm, beginner-friendly easy crafts to do with kids using supplies you already own, with simple steps, safety tips, and ideas that work for all ages.

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A bright corner table with jars of crayons, paper, and craft supplies set up for children
Kids 5 min read

How to Set Up a Kids Craft Station

Set up a simple kids craft station at home with smart storage, safe supplies, and easy cleanup tricks that turn any corner into a happy make-it-yourself spot.

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