Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids

Crayon and Watercolor Mushrooms

crayon and watercolor paints color wash mushroom art for autumn fall

Although the process is nothing new, the subject matter
and beautiful seasonal colors make these crayon resist
mushrooms a real stand-out! Check out more at
Léon, pas sur les murs! and try to make some
of your own for autumn wall art.

09/30/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Crafts, Fall Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Nature Crafts, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

Painting On Autumn Leaves

Save a few fall leaves to paint on like these at The Art Room
Plant. I love the different patterns and colors in these examples.

09/30/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Fall Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Nature Crafts, Paint | Permalink | Comments (0)

Fall Sensory Garden

Children can explore all five senses in this lovely
fall sensory garden at Little Wonders' Days.

09/30/2013 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, All Ages, Experiential, Fall Crafts, Family, Garden, Outside | Permalink | Comments (1)

Color Theory Art Lesson

As soon as I saw this color theory art lesson for kids
and adults at The Art Room Plant I wanted to do it!
I love the process and the results and think it
will be a great lesson in observation too.

09/27/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Homeschooling, Inside, Paint | Permalink | Comments (1)

Papier Mache Fish Mobile

I love these cute and puffy papier mache fish at El Hada
de Papel. This post shows the papier mache process.

09/27/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Animals & Bugs, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Family, Group, Paper Crafts, Papier Mache | Permalink | Comments (1)

Paper Bag Paintings

Art Bar shares their paintings on paper bags at Small For Big.
I always love the combination of watercolors and oil pastels
and this painting, plus the others, are gorgeous examples.
It's also a great way to make use of paper bags!

09/26/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Paint, Recycled Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Wood Spoon Dolls

Visit Love From Ginger for the how-to on
these cute wood spoon dolls!

09/26/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Dollmaking, Family, Group, Puppets, Toys to Make, Wood Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Popsicle Stick Table Runner

I love this bright and cheery table runner and its humble
materials of only popsicle sticks and paint. With only a
color change, this would be suitable for any occassion or
holiday and kids will love that their project is center stage!
Found at Hostess With the Mostess.

09/26/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Family, Paint, Party Ideas, Wood Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)