Category Archives: Kid’s Crafts

Patriotic Craft Roundup: Wreaths, Centerpieces & Flags

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

How did this happen – Memorial Day, the official start of the summer season, is less than two weeks away! Before any more time sneaks up on me, I’ve pulled together a roundup of more than a dozen patriotic crafts … Continue reading →

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DIY Mother’s Day gift ideas made with a vintage flair

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Today, I haven three Mother’s Day crafts, all designed by Rebekah Meier, and all made with Rebekah’s distinctive vintage style. The trio includes a Treasure Box & Pin Cushion, made with a paper mache box and fabric; bright, needlefelted Flower … Continue reading →

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DIY flower crafts for girls, Mother’s Day, weddings, or??

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

It’s flower power Friday, with tutorials for a Carnation Topiary and Carnation Pomander. Any girl would love to dress up her room with flowers, and I think these easy, DIY topiary and pomander would be pretty anywhere in the house. … Continue reading →

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For the girls: How to make a Zebra Stripe Duct Tape Wreath

Posted on April 19, 2013 by

With hot pink zebra stripes, feathers and polka dot flowers, this Zippy Zebra Duct Tape Wreath is custom made for tweens & teens. I made this wreath last year, around the time when I made my Tie-Dye Duct Tape Wreath. … Continue reading →

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Bunnies, bunnies, bunnies: An amigurumi inspired bunny and Easter bunny craft round up

Posted on March 22, 2013 by

I can’t let Easter come and go without an Easter bunny craft, and today’s bunny is pretty special. This little bunny is made in Japanese amigurumi style, a super-sweet look in which the heads are bigger than the bodies and … Continue reading →

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Easter craft for kids: How to make a little lamb

Posted on March 15, 2013 by

This little lamb reminds me of when my daughter was young, and each spring we would visit a local farm to check out the baby animals. This lamb is the perfect spring craft, and an easy Easter craft for the … Continue reading →

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How to make a Springtime Paper Butterfly Topiary and Egg (And winners announced)

Posted on February 22, 2013 by

I have another springtime paper craft today, and it’s one the kids might like, too. Paper is pretty, it’s cheap and it’s easy to craft with, so it’s just about perfect. Patty Schaffer used a pastel spring green and aqua … Continue reading →

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Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Sweets & Treats

Posted on February 12, 2013 by

Here’s one last Valentine’s Day craft idea, and perhaps I’ve saved the best for last!  These Valentine Day Candy Sundaes are adorable, and easy to make. Who wouldn’t want their own Candy Sundae? How about sharing the sugar with teachers … Continue reading →

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A small, sweet forest of Conversation Heart Topiary Trees

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

Let’s converse about Conversation Hearts – does anyone really like them? Personally, I think they make better Valentine’s Day crafts than candy. If you’re still looking to decorate for Valentine’s Day, try making one of these Conversation Heart Topiary Trees. … Continue reading →

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Valentine Wreath Week: Make a Sweet Surprises Paper Loop Valentine Wreath

Posted on February 1, 2013 by

Chocolate and Valentine’s Day seem to go together, so why not make a Paper Loop Valentine Wreath using candy bar wrappers? It’s double the fun! Look closely and check out a few more details, too, like paper hearts on wire … Continue reading →

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