Step 2 Choose one rectangle to start with. Turn ONE long edge under 1/4 inch. Press to set the fold, then open it back up. You won't be stitching this down yet, but the piece is so small that it will be almost impossible to measure and press this fold after you sew so we're
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
Learn how to make a paper origami Paddington Bear. An easy Origami project for kids of all ages. Paddington Party invitations or decor too!
STEM Project Design & build a model of a water slide with specific rules. Test by pouring water to take a passenger down the chute. Full of problem-solving!
I am so excited to share these 20 Valentines' Cards for kids. These kids' valentines cards are not only easy to make but also so creative, cute, and out-of-the-box. We have found everything from non-candy Valentine Cards to Valentine Snacks for kids. Each one is as unique as the next - the kids will love
Teach kids all about the science of air with three fun experiments including candle, balloons and a little baking soda & vinegar!
Kids will love the process art technique used in making this awesome looking galaxy artwork! The handprint makes this project extra special and perfect as a card or framed gift.
We have a whole collection of matchstick puzzles that are easy for you to print and enjoy. Use them as classroom worksheets or just to have some fun at home.
You'll love these brilliant ideas for using up those little bits of yarn leftover from your crochet projects!
With all the fairs, holidays, church and school events going on right now we’re smack dab in the middle of bake sale season. You know at some point you’ll have to face the bake sale table so might as well be prepared. Here’s a host of ideas that range from ‘I only have 10 minutes...
Hey everyone! Being February you just know I had to do something themed for Valentine’s Day, but when I saw how close it was to the Chinese Lunar New Year I got especially excited! I tried to come …
Our second freebie today is a tutorial from our Calligraphy & Brush Lettering course create by our contributor Claire who you can find over on her gorgeous Instagram account @claireyclaire (if you’re not following her you really should be!). She made us these brush lettered gift bags just in time for our Christmas kit, but […]
With just a stack of colored paper, markers, and glue, my kids and are making an adorable bouquet of hearts card for Valentine's Day!
Cup weaving is a simple craft perfect for using up scraps of yarn and the results are so impressive. We are going through a real phase of yarn craft at the ...
Lots of kids struggle with worries or anxiety, especially around the start of the new school year. These Worry Pets are small enough to fit in a pocket. The cuddle fabric is snuggly soft. The poly-pellets inside provide comforting sensory input and something to rub between worried fingers, and the eyes make them oh, so cute. These are not just for worriers, though! The whole family will want one.
After pausing our Egyptian Unit study for a few weeks to discuss the election process, we are back in the saddle again. (This post contains affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for full details.) We recently read the books Hieroglyphs from A to Z by Peter Der Manuelian and Seeker of Knowledge: The Man Who Deciphered Egyptian Hieroglyphs by James Rumford. After learning what hieroglyphs were and how they were deciphered, we decided to try our hand at this ancient script. Using oven-bake craft clay we were able to create our very own Cartouche necklaces, oval-shaped ornaments worn by pharaohs depicting their name in hieroglyphs. To make a Cartouche You will need the following: wax paper oven-bake craft clay craft string/twine a pencil or clay awl a butter knife or toothpick Cover your work surface with wax paper. Roll a one inch square of oven-bake craft clay into a snake shape. Using your finger, flatten the "snake" and then flip the flattened oval over to the smooth side. Use the tip of a pencil or a clay awl to make a hole at one end of the oval. Refer to Hieroglyphs from A to Z or this downloadable PDF to learn the picture symbols of your name. Using a toothpick or the tip of a butter knife, recreate the hieroglyphs of each letter of your name. Follow the baking instructions indicated on the clay package. Tie some craft twine through the hole to complete the necklace. More Ancient Egypt Ideas to Explore Mummified Apple Experiment Taamia Falafal (Meatless Pitas) Making Papyrus Make a Cartouche Map of Egypt
Everyone loves a little bit of pizzazz on special occasions, and these swing cards are just the thing to spice up your gift-giving. They are relatively easy to make and amazingly versatile when it comes to sizes and shapes.... you can even buy dies that will cut your entire swing card, fancy shapes and all! Today, though, I'm just going to show you how to do-it-yourself with a basic rectangular swing panel on a square shaped card. SWING CARD TEMPLATE 1. Start with a piece of cardstock measuring 51/2" x 71/2". 2. READ THIS INSTRUCTION CAREFULLY FIRST, THEN FOLLOW THE TEMPLATE ABOVE... Place the cardstock horizontally on your score board. You will be making four individual score lines - two at the top that are 1" apart, and two at the bottom that are also 1" apart. Each score line needs to be 11/2" long. As you can see in the photo below, I use a ruler as a guide so I know where to stop the score line. Start by scoring your first line at 31/4". It should only be 11/2" long measuring from the top of the cardstock. Now make another line in the same way at 41/4". 3. To make the bottom two score lines you will need to do the same thing, but measure 11/2" up from the bottom of the cardstock. Make your third score line at 31/4", and your fourth score line at 41/4". Refer to the template above. 4. Use a craft knife or trimmer to cut the swing panel. (Refer to the template for placement and length of cuts.) The first vertical cut is 21/2" long and starts 13/4" from the left hand side of the card and 11/2" from the top. The second vertical cut is 21/2" long and starts 43/4" from the left hand side of the card and 11/2" from the top. Now you need to cut horizontally from the top of the first vertical cut to the top of the second vertical cut WITHOUT cutting between the score lines. Do the same for the bottom section remembering not to cut between the score lines. Your card should now look like the photo below. 5. Fold and crease along the score lines. The card base is now complete and the centre panel should swing as it is opened and closed. 6. To decorate, cut some patterned papers for the inside of the card, removing the sections around the flip panel. You'll also need two panels for the swinging section of the card... one for the front and one for inside. 7. Stamp and colour the two image panels as desired. 8. Now adhere all the papers and panels in place. Remember to fully OPEN the card to place the inside panel. 9. Close the card and adhere the front panel in place. 10. Add any additional embellishments as desired. Stamps:
Six excuses I tell myself to get out of learning to knit: It will give me carpel tunnel syndrome. I already crochet and suck at it. Do I really need one more thing to suck at? It will allow me to make custom sweaters for my cat. My cat already hates me and the last...Read More
A simple craft idea using wool. This paper cup weaving craft for kids to make and gift is fun and easy to do. Ideal craft for little ones.
You're Just Write for Me! FREE Valentine Pencil Topper from Spoonful. Grab cheap craft ideas on Frugal Coupon Living.
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How to Build a Simple Vibrobot: Ok, welcome to my first Instructable! I thought I would make it something simple, and I just made some cute little vibrobots so why not do it about them? Video: The cross shaped one would have moved so much more, but the battery is running out…
From masks to flowers, piggy banks to piñatas, these fun paper mache crafts for kids will keep them engaged and help them get in touch with their inner artist.
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Remember those simple little diamond shaped yarn weavings we all made at summer camp with just two popsicle sticks and a some colorful yarn? Who knew that god’s eyes, which originated from Mexico’s Huichol Indians, can be so beautifully…
Thinking of including a non candy treat in the Easter basked? Or just need a fun crafty activity to do with the kids? This Easter Bunny corner bookmark is a perfect little Easter origami for
EDITED NOTE: A couple of you have reminded me that I didn't show a picture of poor Old MacDonald. MY bad! HERE is where you can find a lovely picture of Mr. Farmer. Thanks for bringing it to my lovely attention. DRUM ROLL.... Here is it! I have scanned and downloaded the actual patterns into this post, but I am also posting the link to download them instead. I know sometimes Google documents doesn't work for everyone so I am trying to give you two options. BUT as always, email me if neither work and I will email them to you. There are 7 pattern pieces. Puppet Pattern Ears and Faces Pattern From Behind Pattern Odds and Ends Pattern From the Front Pattern Noses and Such Pattern Farmer's Clothes Pattern Supplies you will need: Felt in following colors- tan brown white gray yellow blue cream black pink orange Coordinating thread Old MacDonald Patterns Basic Instructions: You will cut out each pattern piece in the color of felt depicted in the pictures of the whole set of puppets. I would have both the picture of the front of the puppets and the back of the puppets in front of you as reference. The hardest part really will be cutting out all of the pieces. Once you have done so, group all the pieces for each animal together. I recommend putting each animal kit in a separate plastic bag. I will be showing how I sewed the horse, but the same basic instructions apply to all the animals, with just a few variations, which I will specify. First: Lay out pieces that go on to the front of the puppet with 1 piece of the hand puppet, and then pieces that go on the back with the back piece of the puppet. Second: Prepare all the individual pieces. -sew the EARS by laying two pieces on top of each other and sewing around the edge. Repeat with the other ear. -sew all pieces on individually, layering appropriately...ie the white part of the horse's nose goes first and then the brown nose part goes on top. -sew all the pieces onto the back. -do not sew the hooves or ears on yet Third: Once all the pieces are sewn on, except the ears and hooves, pin the front and back pieces together right sides facing. Make sure the ear pieces are pinned in place on the inside. With the horse you will also pin the top hairs into place...HORSE HAIRS- take each strip and fold in half to make...folded edge will be pinned on inside. Sew together with a 1/4 inch seam allowance. Fourth: Turn out. For all the animals but the ones with hooves, you are done. Fifth: For animals with hooves... Sew two pieces of the hooves together, just on the top and side edges. Place hoof opening over the very top of puppet arm. Pin in place. Finish sewing around the bottom edge to secure hoof onto arm. Repeat for the other arm. Now you have a set of completely ADORABLE puppets that your little ones will LOVE to play with. I know this was a VERY basic how-to. I hope that you were able to follow it. Basically making these comes down to some simple steps-- 1. Cut out 2. Lay out 3. Sew on all pieces on front and back 4. Sew front and back together 5. Turn out The only variations were really in the shape of the sheep's head and the chicken and duck arms, both which were labeled in the pattern. HAVE FUN with this. I would love to see how they turn out for you. THANK YOU for giving these OH-SO-Cute puppets so much love.
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New surfaces make the age old art of lino printmaking so much safer and just as fun. Get started with this project perfect for the linocut art beginner!
Folded Book Art - Best & Most Clear Tutorial Available: I just absolutely love creating my own folded book art. It's such a fun way of re-using old books and give them another purpose. I've searched and searched the web to find any tutorials on how to do it and i just couldn't find anything. Until one da…
FOR FANS, BY A FAN Delight your beloved Trekkie with this cute greetings card inspired by Star Trek: The Next Generation. Features the greeting "You're not Riker, but you're still my Number One" in silver, gold and metallic red text. The handcrafted uniform is decorated with a badge in relief and pips in gold on the collar. A must for fans of Star Trek, ideal for Valentine's, anniversaries or that special someone's birthday. MATERIALS All decoration on the card is entirely hand made from up-cycled card and packaging. A list of what the materials began life as is included with every card. Each card is an individual piece of art that will be treasured by the recipient. EXTRAS Cards can be personalised, just contact me if this is desired prior to order as it may be subject to a small extra charge. SIZE Card back: A6 size in black, (114x162mm), 225 gsm Envelope: C6 size in white, 100 gsm This is a piece of fan art, made by a fan, for other fans. No infringement on or claim of copyright is intended in any way.
Make a kid's quilt craft and help your preschooler (or older kid!) practice glueing, pattern making, and creativity! Read 'The Quiltmaker's Gift' - the book is all about being selfless, giving, and the magic of sewing!
Everyone loves a little bit of pizzazz on special occasions, and these swing cards are just the thing to spice up your gift-giving. They are relatively easy to make and amazingly versatile when it comes to sizes and shapes.... you can even buy dies that will cut your entire swing card, fancy shapes and all! Today, though, I'm just going to show you how to do-it-yourself with a basic rectangular swing panel on a square shaped card. SWING CARD TEMPLATE 1. Start with a piece of cardstock measuring 51/2" x 71/2". 2. READ THIS INSTRUCTION CAREFULLY FIRST, THEN FOLLOW THE TEMPLATE ABOVE... Place the cardstock horizontally on your score board. You will be making four individual score lines - two at the top that are 1" apart, and two at the bottom that are also 1" apart. Each score line needs to be 11/2" long. As you can see in the photo below, I use a ruler as a guide so I know where to stop the score line. Start by scoring your first line at 31/4". It should only be 11/2" long measuring from the top of the cardstock. Now make another line in the same way at 41/4". 3. To make the bottom two score lines you will need to do the same thing, but measure 11/2" up from the bottom of the cardstock. Make your third score line at 31/4", and your fourth score line at 41/4". Refer to the template above. 4. Use a craft knife or trimmer to cut the swing panel. (Refer to the template for placement and length of cuts.) The first vertical cut is 21/2" long and starts 13/4" from the left hand side of the card and 11/2" from the top. The second vertical cut is 21/2" long and starts 43/4" from the left hand side of the card and 11/2" from the top. Now you need to cut horizontally from the top of the first vertical cut to the top of the second vertical cut WITHOUT cutting between the score lines. Do the same for the bottom section remembering not to cut between the score lines. Your card should now look like the photo below. 5. Fold and crease along the score lines. The card base is now complete and the centre panel should swing as it is opened and closed. 6. To decorate, cut some patterned papers for the inside of the card, removing the sections around the flip panel. You'll also need two panels for the swinging section of the card... one for the front and one for inside. 7. Stamp and colour the two image panels as desired. 8. Now adhere all the papers and panels in place. Remember to fully OPEN the card to place the inside panel. 9. Close the card and adhere the front panel in place. 10. Add any additional embellishments as desired. Stamps:
