About This Project

A 10–15 minutes craft for ages 5–12, using supplies you likely already have — Tape, Scissors, and Straws.

GlueStick supports kids from setup to cleanup. After they choose a project, we guide them through gathering the supplies, making it, and cleaning up when they're done. We'll even help them share it safely with trusted family and friends.

Ad-free and kid-safe library — designed by a mom who wants kids to explore and create independently.

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    Find Supplies

    Do you have everything you need?
    Create a free GlueStick account to track supplies and see if you have what you need at a glance. Leave your kids tips about where supplies are stored in your household so they can set up and clean up their creative spaces independently.
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    A cartoon of Tape
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    A cartoon of Scissors
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    A cartoon of Straws
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    A cartoon of Paper
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    Make Cupid's Arrows

    Your creative buddy says:
    "Are you as excited to make this as I am?"

    Step 1: Fold Paper

    Fold paper around a pen or marker that is larger than the straw.

    Step 2: Cut Arrow Shape

    Cut folded paper into shape of arrow. Tape arrow so no air can get through. Leave bottom open for straw.

    Step 3: Decorate

    Decorate arrows however you wish!

    Step 4: Launch Arrow

    Place paper arrow on straw. Blow through straw to launch your arrow!
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    Clean up

    Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.

    Tidy up our space

    Put away our supplies

    Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!

    • A cartoon of Tape
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Straws
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Paper
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Scissors
      Where they belong:

    Update what we have left

    Did we run out of anything while making this project? Update our supply cupboard so that we know exactly what we have for next time.

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    Save

    Your creative buddy says:
    "Way to stick with it!"

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About the Author

Taylor Boley

Interior Designer and nanny by day with a passion for inspiring kids always! Taylor transforms everyday materials into magical projects that spark joy and imagination.

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