Making a bud vase is very simple, and even very young children can do this with only a little help. You will need:claya plastic knife or popsicle sticka toothpicka newspaper … [Read more...]
How To Make Decoupage Candle Holders
Decoupage is the art of decorating an object by gluing colored paper cut-outs onto it. Each layer of paper is sealed with a glue or varnish before adding another new layer. You can use the decoupage technique to create a beautiful votive candle holder. … [Read more...]
How To Make ‘Magic’ Underwater Paintings
Watercolor resist is a technique that artists use to create interesting effects in their paintings. The basic idea is that wax or oil will resist water-based paints; the paint won't stick to it. You can use this technique to create beautiful paintings of ocean life or anything else your imagination can dream up. … [Read more...]
How To Make Book Pressed Flowers
Spring is finally here and that means one very important thing to me. Flowers! They're everywhere right now and I can't get enough of them. Pink ones, purple ones, yellow ones, and white ones... there's just something about the fresh colors of spring flowers. While you're out enjoying the weather, collect some of those beautiful spring flowers to use in your arts and crafts projects. For pressing flowers, look for more flat flowers like violets, pansies, and daisies. … [Read more...]
How To Make A God’s Eye Weave… A Fun Craft Project For Kids
You may remember making a God's Eye weave in scouts or at camp as a child. The Ojo de Dios, or Eye of God, is a Native American craft of the Huichol Indians of northwestern Mexico. The Eye of God is a symbol of the power of seeing and understanding the unknown. They are made for children when they are born and a new eye is added for each year until they are five. These are easy and fun to make and are a great craft to share with your children. Because they require few materials and … [Read more...]
How To Make A Fun & Simple Craft Supplies Box
Doing arts and crafts with kids can be a fun and rewarding experience. Often, these are the moments that your children will remember and cherish years from now. When you take the time to help your child make a craft, not only are you creating a keepsake, you are creating a memory. Beginning to do crafts with your child can seem daunting at first, but it doesn’t have to be difficult, and it doesn’t have to be expensive. Start out with simple projects … [Read more...]
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