Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids

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September 2013

Paper Weaving for Kids

It seems Babble Dabble Do loves paper weaving as much as I do!
I'm always amazed at the variety of designs that can be created
by making small changes in the paper selection and the cutting
pattern. Check out this great tutorial for a classic kids activity!

09/24/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Paper Crafts, Recycled Crafts | Permalink | Comments (1)

Lanterns Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles

I really like these cylindrical lanterns made from recycled
plastic bottles - both the top and the bottom are cut out.
Colorful bleeding tissue paper looks especially pretty too.
Details are at Creative Jewish Mom.

09/24/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Candles & Lanterns, Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Paper Crafts, Party Ideas, Recycled Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Easy Custom Masks to Make

easy diy custom mask made from plain masquerade mask

Here's a fun and easy way to transform plain masquerade
masks into something special with a bit of fabric and glue.
Flax & Twine made these beauties and shows you how
to make your own with a really nice photo tutorial.

09/24/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Group, Halloween Crafts, New Year's Eve Crafts, Pretend Play, Textiles, Theater | Permalink | Comments (0)

10 Favorite Apple Crafts

apple wrap made from a paper cup
apple boxes made from paper cups
Willowday

stuffed and stitched paper apples
Buggy and Buddy

apple print burlap bunting
Homemade Serenity

wood bead apple necklace
Willowday

apple print wreath
Craftberry Bush

handprint apples in a basket
Moments of Mommyhood

yarn apple on recycled cardboard
MooMama

clay pot apple jar
Crafty Moods

recycled CD apple
Krokotak

tissue paper apple core craft
Kiboomu

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for even more ideas!

09/23/2013 in 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Back to School, Crafts, Fall Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Mobiles, Garland, Bunting & Wreaths, Paper Crafts, Printmaking, Recycled Crafts, Textiles, Themes, Wearables, Yarn Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Melty Bead Raindrops and Cloud Mobile

My Poppet shows you how to make this cheerful raindrop
and cloud mobile from melty beads (Hama / Perler)!

09/20/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Bead Crafts, Building/3 Dimensional, Clay Crafts, Family, Group, Mobiles, Garland, Bunting & Wreaths, Spring Crafts | Permalink | Comments (1)

Altoid Tin Miniature Play Kitchen

I love this miniature kitchen set that fits inside a mint tin
decorated as a stovetop. Details at Made by Joel.

09/20/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Gifts to Make, Recycled Crafts, Toys to Make | Permalink | Comments (3)

DIY Cardboard Connectors

diy cardboard fasteners made from buttons and twist ties

Here's a very creative way to use buttons and twist ties as a
way to hold together cardboard constructions. The Cardboard
Collective shows you how and has some tips too.

09/20/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Paper Crafts, Recycled Crafts, Toys to Make | Permalink | Comments (0)

Index Card Wild Animal Craft

Se7en made a whole bunch of wild animals from index
cards! With just paper, paint, and scissors you can
find out how to make some too.

09/18/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Animals & Bugs, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Paper Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Make A Rattle Drum

Here's a tutorial to make this rattle drum - a wonderful
addition to your homemade instrument collection!
Found at Pink Stripey Socks.

Here are 10 more ideas to make your own instruments!

09/18/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Music, Toys to Make | Permalink | Comments (0)

Playing and Creating With Rocks

We are always bringing home favorite rocks from the river
and I love that these natural (and free!) objects have so many
opportunities for creative play. Visit My Nearest and Dearest
to find out some of the ways they like to play with rocks!

09/18/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, Crafts, Experiential, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Nature Crafts, Outside, Pretend Play | Permalink | Comments (1)

Free Printable Halloween Countdown Calendar

Willowday has updated her Halloween countdown calendar
for 2014. This is a gorgeous free printable that is available now!

09/18/2013 in All Ages, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Halloween Crafts, Printables & Downloads | Permalink | Comments (0)

Cupcake Liner Art

Cupcake liners are proving themselves to be a very versatile
craft supply! Willowday shows you how to use them to
make some fantastic looking wall art.

09/17/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Art, Creating Keepsakes, Drawing & Illustration, Family, Paper Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)