Pool noodles are very versatile. You can play with them in the pool, pretend they are swords, or cut them up and craft with them. Take the noodles out of the pool and try one of these DIY projects this summer. These are all very simple crafts that the whole family can enjoy.
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Pool Noodle Marble Run
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Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls This is a really fun activity for all ages. Cut your pool noodles in half length-wise to make this entertaining marble run.
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Pool Noodle Ring Toss
Mission to Save Wouldn't this be the perfect outdoor summer activity? Get the whole family together for this fun and easy DIY project and game.
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DIY Outdoor Bowling Lane
Polka Dot Chair Create a bowling lane with the pool noodles you have lying around or buy them at the dollar store. This DIY can be used all summer long to play bowling with friends and family.
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Apple Craft With Pool Noodles
Glue Sticks & Gumdrops Turn pool noodles into a great kids' craft with this project. Use the noodles to stamp red ink apples and add some green leaves. This would make a great gift for your child's teacher.
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DIY Pool Noodle Summer Wreath
My Unentitled Life Make a colorful summer wreath for your door with this craft tutorial. Start with a pool noodle and add everything else from there.
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Pool Noodle Boats
Our Family of Seven How cute are these boats made from pool noodles? You're also going to need some craft foam sheets and straws. Float a bunch of these in the tub or in the pool.
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Pool Noodle Play House
From ABCs to ACTs Build a super cool fort using pool noodles and a couple of blankets. Your kids will love this idea. This playhouse will provide hours of playtime.
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Foam Bow and Arrow
Ziggity Zoom Your kiddos will have so much fun crafting this bow and arrow from pool noodles. These will provide hours of outdoor play.
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Pool Noodle Water Wall
Teaching Mama This neat craft and activity will keep your kids busy all summer long. Doesn’t this water wall look like so much fun?
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Pool Noodle Pom-Pom Shooter
Frogs Snails and Puppy Dog Tails Play this entertaining pom-pom shooter game inside or out. This is a great game for all ages.
Pool Noodle Pom-Pom Shooter from Frogs Snails and Puppy Dog Tails
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Jumbo Popsicle Garland
Oh Happy Day Have a summer popsicle party with this garland tutorial using popsicle sticks. These giant popsicles are bright, colorful and easy to make!
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DIY Lightsaber
Here Comes the Sun Channel your inner Jedi with these DIY lightsabers made from pool noodles. This is a Star Wars staple for your little fans and essential for summer outdoor playtime.
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Wand Flowers
Create Craft Love What's more fun than blowing bubbles in the summer? Make these cute pool noodle wand flowers to help with blowing bubbles.
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