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The best kids artwork storage systems have three parts: a simple way to decide what's worth keeping, a physical storage method that actually fits your space, and a plan for what eventually happens to the art you've saved. Skip any one of those steps and the system tends to fall apart. Either you keep everything and drown in paper, or you have a great bin with no plan for what comes next. Here's how to build a system that actually works, plus what to do once your storage is fu

A kids' photo scrapbook is exactly what it sounds like: a collection of photos, drawings, and little sentimental bits and pieces, put together in a book so you can look back on a specific stage of your child's life. There's the classic version: cardstock, stickers, glue, and an afternoon at the kitchen table. Then, there's the modern version, where a service does the sorting and design for you and hands you back a finished book. Both get you to the same place. Here's how to d

If you've got kids' drawings stuck to the refrigerator, a plastic bin that’s overflowing, or a corner of the closet you're avoiding, you're not alone. Turning your kid's art into a book is one of the most popular ways families solve the "too much artwork, not enough space" problem, and there's more than one way to do it. You can scan and design a book yourself, use a photo book app, or send everything to a service like Artkive and let someone else handle the sorting, scanning

The best drawings start with the right prompt, not a blank page. Here are 30+ kids drawing ideas organized by age group, each one designed to spark something worth saving.

Most summer craft roundups hand you 50 rushed ideas. Here are 10 that are actually worth the mess, organized by age, with a Keepsake Rating for each one.

Your child makes beautiful things. The challenge is figuring out which pieces deserve wall space, which ones deserve to be preserved another way, and which ones you can finally let go. Here's a simple framework — and five display ideas that actually work in a real home.

Every spring, the kids' art pile grows. Here are five decluttering tips and a step-by-step checklist to help you sort, save, and celebrate what matters — without losing the memories that come with it.

The egg hunt is over — now it's time to make something worth keeping. These 7 easy Easter crafts for kids are beautiful enough to save long after the holiday passes.

Every artist hanging in a museum today was once a kid with a sketchbook. From Picasso's paintings at age 8 to Kusama's iconic childhood dots, kids art has always been where great careers begin. Here are 7 famous artists who prove it, plus simple activities your child can try at home.

March is Youth Art Month — and there's no better time to lean into creativity as a family. Here are 10 ways to celebrate, from easy at-home art projects and painting parties to wearable art, giving back to your community, and everything in between.

Every March, Youth Art Month gives families a reason to slow down, celebrate what kids create, and remember why art matters in childhood. Here's everything you need to know — plus a look at how Artkive is celebrating all month long.

Looking for screen-free winter activities for kids that actually keep them engaged? These 25 easy art prompts spark creativity for kids. Using simple materials you likely already have at home. Plus, we share an easy “save the best” plan (and how Artkive can help) so you can preserve kids’ artwork without the clutter.

Your child's artwork captures something a photo can't — the texture, the deliberate colors, the pride behind the piece. These 7 ideas for displaying kids art give each drawing a home it deserves, beyond the fridge.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a powerful chance to teach kids kindness through hands-on service. From creating care packages and hosting a neighborhood cleanup to volunteering at a food bank (or creating a “Just Serve” day at home), these family-friendly ideas make it easy to honor Dr. King’s legacy. Plus, discover simple ways to preserve the memories—journals, photos, video diaries, and keepsake displays that inspire giving all year.

Most family recipe cards end up tucked in a recipe card box and slowly forgotten. This guide shows you how to digitize, store, and turn your original recipes into a keepsake recipe book worth passing down for generations.

Keep kids engaged over winter break with five fun holiday craft kits for kids — from ornaments and cards to STEM builds and crochet. Great for homemade Christmas gifts and keepsakes. Learn how to save favorite art projects for kids with Artkive.

Decluttering gets tricky once emotions are involved. These seven tips help families sort through sentimental items, from kids' artwork to old photos and greeting cards, without the guilt of letting go.

Seven Dia de los Muertos crafts that give kids a real, respectful way into the holiday's meaning, not a costume-aisle version of it. Each project ties to an actual tradition, from ofrendas to papel picado.

Halloween crafting doesn't have to mean a blizzard of glitter and glue. These 10 Halloween crafts for kids run from five-minute handprint ghosts to a full paper-mâché pumpkin, so there's something for every age and attention span. Grab the kids and get a little messy.

Use Labor Day weekend to declutter and digitize photo albums. Learn to scan, organize, and back up memories—or let Photokive help—for a clutter-free fall.