When the summer heat kicks in and school’s out, it’s the perfect time to get crafty with your little ones—and let’s be honest, it’s also a great excuse to fire up the glue gun and break out your favorite colors of Country Chic Paint. Whether you’re looking to keep the kids entertained or sneak in some charming DIY decor for yourself, these hot glue crafts are simple, fun, and totally paint-worthy!
Grab your aprons, heat up those glue guns (low-temp for little hands!), and let’s dive into a Hot Glue Summer.
🎨 Painted Popsicle Stick Picture Frames
Ages: 4+ (with supervision)
Paint Picks: Vanilla Frosting, Fireworks, Happy Hour
Stack, glue, decorate, repeat! Create fun popsicle stick picture frames by gluing sticks into square or rectangle shapes. Once dry, you and your kiddos can go wild painting them with bright, summery shades.
✨ Decor Tip: Display them on the fridge or gift to grandparents with your favorite summer snapshots!
🌼 3D Hot Glue Flower Pots
Ages: 6+
Paint Picks: Peachy Keen, Dune Grass, Crinoline
Use hot glue to draw floral designs directly onto small terra cotta pots—think vines, daisies, or sunshine swirls. Once the glue dries, paint over the whole thing with your favorite Country Chic Paint color. The glue creates a beautiful, raised design that looks like it came from a boutique.
✨ Decor Tip: Plant some succulents or herbs and line them up on your windowsill!
🧜 DIY Mermaid (or Monster!) Mason Jars
Ages: 5+
Paint Picks: Jitterbug, Wisteria, Secret Garden
Squeeze squiggles, waves, or even little faces out of hot glue onto glass jars. Once dry, paint over the whole jar to create a magical mermaid treasure jar—or a silly summer monster. Add glitter for extra sparkle (obviously).
✨ Decor Tip: These make fun pencil holders or treasure jars for kids’ desks.
🦋 Glue + Paint Wall Art
Ages: 7+
Paint Picks: Soiree, Sunday Tea, Sage Advice
Draw simple shapes or words onto a canvas using hot glue—hearts, stars, initials, etc. Once the glue cools, cover the whole canvas in Country Chic Paint. The glue shapes pop through the paint for textured, 3D wall art your kids can proudly hang in their rooms.
✨ Decor Tip: Let each child pick their own palette and make a mini gallery wall!
🍧 Painted Wooden Ice Cream Magnets
Ages: 3+ (with pre-glued help)
Paint Picks: Hollow Hill, Cheesecake, Road Trip
Cut small wooden shapes (or buy pre-cut pieces) into ice cream cones and popsicles. Use hot glue to “drizzle” on some faux syrup or sprinkles, then let the kids paint their treats in every sweet shade. Stick magnets on the back and pop them on the fridge!
✨ Decor Tip: Turn this into a fridge menu board or seasonal display!
🌟 Pro Tips for a Safe & Stylish Hot Glue Summer:
- Use low-temperature glue guns when crafting with kids, and always supervise while they're in use. For younger children, it's best to handle the glue gun yourself—let them tell you where to glue so they can stay safely involved.
- Let the glue cool fully before painting.
- Protect surfaces and wear painting clothes—it gets messy, and that’s the fun part!