Craft Cabinet Summer Essentials

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Summer is the perfect time to let your kids' creativity run wild, and a well-stocked craft cabinet is your secret weapon for keeping them engaged and entertained all season long. Whether it's a rainy afternoon, a quiet morning, or those moments when screen time needs a break, having a treasure trove of supplies at their fingertips opens up endless possibilities for artistic expression and imaginative play.

The good news? You don't need to spend a fortune or hunt down obscure specialty items. A thoughtfully curated collection of craft essentials—the kinds of supplies that spark creativity without overwhelming your space—can transform your craft cabinet into a creative hub your kids will actually want to use.

I've compiled a list of all the essential craft supplies and links to products my family loves. Let's dive in and get your craft cabinet summer-ready.

Pipe Cleaners

These are so versatile and come in so many colors!

Scotch 8 Precision Scissors

These are my very favorite scissors. The kids always steal my scissors so I keep several pairs of these in the house. They also come in smaller sizes.

Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks

Kids can go through glue sticks quickly. I like the disappearing purple ones so kids can see where they are putting the glue.

Aleene's AR6-2 Clear Gel Tacky Glue

Glue sticks are great for paper but for most other projects a stronger glue is needed. This clear tacky glue is a step up from the white school glue.

Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers (40ct)

My kids loved coloring books when they were 4-8 years old and we constantly needed new markers. We bought this exact set many times. You can't beat Crayola markers.

Box of All Black Crayola Markers

Did you know you can buy a whole box of black markers?! Black always runs out first, so stock up.

Crayola Colors of The World Markers (24 Count) Skin Tone Markers

My kids always wanted skin color markers and none of the markers in basic sets are sufficient.

Simply Magic 5 Educational Placemats for Kids

I like to keep plastic placemats for the kids to use as craft mats to protect my tables. They know to use a craft mat if they are using glue, sharpies, or paint!