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September 2011

Jellyfish In A Bottle!

This is one of the coolest things I've seen in awhile!
BhoomPlay shows you how to make this fascinating
jellyfish in a bottle using a plastic bag. I think this would
be a great party favor for a an ocean-themed party!

09/29/2011 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, All Ages, Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Gifts to Make, Group, Homeschooling, Parent Made, Party Ideas, Recycled Crafts, Science, Summer Crafts, Toys to Make, Travel Activities | Permalink | Comments (4)

Collage Art Journal Covers

Red Bird Crafts shows you how to create unique
collage art that they used as journal covers.

09/29/2011 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Creative Writing, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Homeschooling, Paper Crafts, Recycled Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Fabric Scrap Bird Magnets

Gather your fabric scraps and make a bunch of
these cute bird magnets found at The Sewing Loft.

09/29/2011 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Inside, Mother's Day Crafts, Sewing & Stitchery, Textiles | Permalink | Comments (0)

Yarn-Wrapped Letters

These yarn-wrapped letters at Bookhou Crafts
are a great way to use up yarn scraps and
would make wonderful gifts too.

09/28/2011 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Creative Writing, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Homeschooling, Inside, Yarn Crafts | Permalink | Comments (1)

Art With Watercolor Crayon Shavings

Visit Housing A Forest to see more lovely
results of this watercolor crayon shaving art.

09/28/2011 in 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Crayons & Pastels, Experiential, Family, Group, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

Kandinsky-Inspired Collaborative Mural

Candice Ashment Art shares a beautiful
Kandinsky-inspired collaborative mural that she
created for her daughter's second grade class. She
also made a smaller, family-sized version here.

09/28/2011 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Art History, Collage, Family, Group, Homeschooling, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

Make A Scrappy Bracelet

You can learn how to make these scrappy fabric
cuff bracelets at The Child's Paper! I think these would
be a great party craft for slightly older kids :)

09/27/2011 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Inside, Mother's Day Crafts, Needlework, Party Ideas, Sewing & Stitchery, Textiles, Wearables | Permalink | Comments (0)

Stress Ball Balloons DIY

I love the expressions on these stress ball balloons
filled with playdough! Get the details on how to
make them at Pre-school Play.

09/27/2011 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Experiential, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Homeschooling | Permalink | Comments (2)

Chalk Colored Salt Art

My Kids Make shows you an easy way to make colored
salt with chalk that you can then use to make
some beautiful textured art!

09/27/2011 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, All Ages, Art, Doughs, Paints, Mixes, and Concoctions, Experiential, Family, Group, Homeschooling, Inside | Permalink | Comments (0)

I would love your vote...

I hope you enjoy all the great art and craft projects
that I feature here on The Crafty Crow and if you do,
would you consider voting for me over at Parents.com
in the Best Craft for Kids category? I would really
appreciate it! Thank you so much!

09/26/2011 in Crafty Crow Chatter | Permalink | Comments (0)

Apple Crafts!

apple craft with cardboard and paint
Fem Manuales

recycled plastic bottle apples
Krokotak

apple party ideas
Two Shades of Pink

lacing apple craft
Kiboomu

apple lollipops
Meet The Dubiens

embroidered apple faces
Little Tiger And The Milk Belly Princess

apple stamping on fabric
Red Bird Crafts

recycled plastic lid apple craft
4 Crazy Kings

Need more apple craft ideas? You'll find tons in the
archives! Do a search (search box in the right column
under Categories) using the word "apple" and also
check out these apple craft and treat round-ups
from previous years:

apple crafts and treats 2009

apple crafts 2010

apple treats 2010

09/26/2011 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, All Ages, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Crayons & Pastels, Edibles, Fall Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Homeschooling, Needlework, Paint, Paper Crafts, Party Ideas, Printmaking, Recycled Crafts, Sewing & Stitchery, Textiles, Themes | Permalink | Comments (1)

Meet The Artist: Eliot Bee!

"Whitehair fairy"
made from found materials

What is your name?
Eliot Bee

What country do you live in?
I live on the coast of Maine in the United States

How old are you?
5

"Leafytail fairy and Leafy crumb fairy"
made from found materials

Tell me about your artwork.
I make fairies because I like them. The one with the
silver wings is my favorite. How could I choose a
favorite? I make them because I can. They come into my
mind. Each one is so special to me. I love them. I use
materials that I find when I'm walking around, or toys
I'm not using anymore. I use wooden bodies a lot, but
sometimes I use other stuff. I made one from a penny
and my daddy's guitar pick.

Did you learn anything while doing this artwork?
I love each fairy so much.

What is your favorite medium to work with?
I like to use the glue gun with my teacher,
my sister, or my mom.

Do you have any favorite artists?
Marcie Jan Bronstein

What kind of art are you going to try next?
I like fimo clay.

What are your favorite colors?
yellow, blue, pink, and purple

Any tips for other children wanting to do artwork?
Remember that you are the artist.

What are your hobbies? What do you like to do?
I like to play with my sister. I like drawing, and
playing pretend.

Do you have any pets? What kind and what
are their names?
I have three fish named goldie, pearl and treasure chest.
I have one cat, Jesse. And a puppy named Louie.

The artist's mother, who blogs at Skip The Chips, says
Eliot Bee began creating fairies when she was four years
old and it has been a sustained body of work for over
a year now. She even had a solo exhibition! Click
here to see more of her work.

Thank you, Eliot Bee!

Check the Children's Art Gallery (in the right-hand
column) where all the artwork will be featured!

If you are interested in having your child or student
contribute please click here for more information.