Backyard Builds

08/28/2026

Another custom order is headed to its new home! 🥰 This sensory table was handmade with lots of love and finished in a beautiful warm stain.

And the BEST part… it even comes with a lid! 🙌 So when playtime is over, you can simply put the lid on and save those messy projects for later instead of starting all over!

Perfect for little ones to explore, create, and play with all kinds of sensory activities!

08/23/2026

Because apparently snacks taste WAY better when you’re sitting at your very own picnic table outside (She didn’t want to share) 😂

08/12/2026

🎨NEED A FUN ACTIVITY THAT’S READY TO GO?!

Our little tornadoes plaster painting kits bring the creativity without the hassle! 💕 Just open, paint & create your very own masterpiece! 🖌️🌈

They’re perfect for SO many occasions:

🎂 Birthday parties
🎁 Birthday & holiday gifts
💤 Sleepovers
🏫 Classroom activities
👧 Playdates
🌧️ Rainy day fun
🎄 Holiday parties
🐰 Easter baskets
💝 Valentine’s gifts
🎃 Halloween activities
☀️ Summer fun
👨‍👩‍👧 Family craft nights
🏕️ Camping activities
🎉 Party favors
💐 Weddings & kids’ tables
🍼 Baby showers
🏢 Daycares & kids programs
✨ Or simply a “just because” activity!

Each kit makes it easy to unplug, get creative, and make something you can actually keep! 💜

📦 Need multiple kits for an upcoming party or event? Message us about bulk orders, any order over 20 get a discount!

08/12/2026

We can’t wait!

VENDOR LINEUP-

Frenchies Haus
Hillside Sweets
Ravens Place
sage beauty and wellness
Rose & Whisk Co.
Eve’s Organics
Little Tornadoes Crafts
Krafty
Petal & Bean
Backyard Builds
with Love

https://facebook.com/events/s/sunflower-festival/4481597738826223/

08/11/2026

When you’re trying to finish a customer order, but your newest employee insists on helping…

Apparently no kitchen leaves the shop without going through very serious toddler quality control. 👨‍🔧😂

Built by hand. Built for little imaginations. And occasionally built by a toddler. 😂

08/10/2026

Come see us!

✨ WE’RE GOING TO THE TREASURE HUNT! ✨

Okay, maybe not an actual treasure hunt… but we ARE bringing all the crafty treasures! 🏴‍☠️🎨💎

We’re so excited to announce that Little Tornadoes Crafts will be at the End of Summer Treasure Hut Craft Fair! 🌪️💜

📅 Sunday, September 13th
⏰ 9 AM–3 PM
📍 The Monument in Rapid City

We’ll be bringing lots of fun, handmade goodies and plenty of things for those little hands that just HAVE to touch everything. 😂🙌

Come find us, say hi, shop some amazing local makers, and maybe take home a little treasure (or two… or three 👀).

🌪️💜 We can’t wait to see you there!

08/09/2026

This adorable mud kitchen + potion kit combo is ready for a little one to get creative! 🪄🌿

From bubbling potions to mud pies and “magical” recipes, the possibilities are endless! 🧙‍♀️🫧

Thank you for supporting our small business!

08/08/2026

A MUD KITCHEN FOR THE BIG KIDS!

This tall mud kitchen was picked up today and I LOVE how perfect it is for the bigger kiddos! It gives them plenty of room to mix, bake, create, pretend & get messy! 🧁🪴🍪

And can we talk about how cute this one turned out?! 😍

08/04/2026

We had an incredible time being part of the Storybook Island event this weekend! 💚

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, supported our small family business, and let us be part of your family’s fun. Seeing so many smiling faces enjoying our mud kitchen potion station made the day so special!

We truly appreciate every purchase, every conversation, and every bit of support. We can’t wait to see you all again at our next event! 🐸✨

📸 Photo credit: on Rockets Event Photos

08/03/2026

Create hours of hands-on fun with sensory table! Perfect for water, sand, dirt, rocks, sensory bins, kinetic sand, rice, dried beans, and seasonal activities that keep little ones entertained while learning through play.

🍂 As the weather starts to cool 🤞, simply bring it indoors to keep the fun going! Fill the bins with sensory rice, pom-poms, kinetic sand, dried pasta, or other favorite sensory materials for year-round imaginative play.