It pains me a little bit each time I see our kids throw away their finished popsicle sticks. With how many frozen treats the five of them go through, we really should have invested in popsicle company stocks. To make ourselves feel better about the missed opportunity, we’ve started looking for creative ways to use those craft sticks. Here is our collection of fun popsicle stick crafts for adults that we would actually make!
An Easy Craft for Kids of All Ages
We love crafting with natural materials here at Sustain my Craft Habit. Driftwood we collect on the beach near our family cottage is one of our favorite materials to work with. You can find all sorts of creative driftwood crafts on our site.
However we realize that not everybody has ready access to driftwood.
One supply that is easy to find and craft with are popsicle or wooden craft sticks. As I mentioned above we go through lots of boxes of Popsicles in my family especially throughout the summer. The kids have gotten into the habit of rinsing them off and placing them in a special spot for crafting.
Mini Adirondack Chair Made with Popsicle Sticks
There are so many different things you can make with these handy with sticks. With just a few basic craft supplies such as a hot glue gun and acrylic paint, easy popsicle stick crafts make a great way to spend those rainy days.
Although there’s all sorts of fun crafts for kids I really wanted to find some simple popsicle stick crafts for adults to use up all those supplies that our family has been collecting.
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Where to Buy Popsicle Sticks for Crafting
If you don’t have Popsicle monsters like we do, you can always buy popsicle sticks or wood sticks for crafting off of Amazon or in your local craft store. Just keep in mind that they come in different sizes, so take note of which you need for your popsicle crafts.
And if you’re interested in more craft kits for adults be sure to check out this collection, one of the most popular posts on our blog.
21 of the Best Popsicle Stick Crafts for Adults
Mini Adirondack Chairs
These mini Adirondack chairs are so much fun to make. They’re the perfect place for any beach-loving fairy to spend her summer day at the beach in! Includes project plan and step-by-step tutorial.
Did you know that you can bend popsicle sticks? This popsicle stick bracelet can be decorated any way you want and it’s a perfect activity to do with your teens.
Use popsicle sticks to make this farmhouse inspired sign. You can use it as an ornament for your Christmas tree or as mini decor anywhere in your home. Plus you can easily personalize it by writing anything you want on the front.
These popsicle stick sled ornaments are so cute for the tree, as a gift-topper or an a tiered tray. Use different colors of ice cream sticks to make these cute ornaments.
This is the perfect craft for adding a little decor to your party table with these adorable menu frames and let your guests know what food you’re serving.
These hexagon shelves are an easy and budget-friendly way to add modern decor to your home. The post includes easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.
This adorable bunny decor can be used all year long. It’s perfect for spring but it’s also a modern woodland touch for your nursery or mantle. And wouldn’t they make great gifts to give at Easter?
Make this beach themed sign using popsicle sticks! If you have any sea shells from your beach vacation use them to decorate the sign too as a little keepsake your entire family will enjoy.
Any suggestions on how I clean the popsicle sticks before crafting with them? Everyone seems to skip that step in their instructions.
daviefs
Sunday 10th of September 2023
@K Hindall, most crafters don't use the germ ridden used ones they buy fresh clean ones from a craft store so no cleaning needed
Jane and Sonja
Saturday 5th of February 2022
That's a great question! I usually wash mine with soap and a bit of warm water but the color often stays. Usually I plan to paint them, so don't worry about it. If you need them colorless, you could soak in a solution of 1 cup water to 1/4 cup bleach. Hope that helps!
K Hindall
Saturday 5th of February 2022
Any suggestions on how I clean the popsicle sticks before crafting with them? Everyone seems to skip that step in their instructions.
daviefs
Sunday 10th of September 2023
@K Hindall, most crafters don't use the germ ridden used ones they buy fresh clean ones from a craft store so no cleaning needed
Jane and Sonja
Saturday 5th of February 2022
That's a great question! I usually wash mine with soap and a bit of warm water but the color often stays. Usually I plan to paint them, so don't worry about it. If you need them colorless, you could soak in a solution of 1 cup water to 1/4 cup bleach. Hope that helps!