Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids - The Crafty Crow: Christmas Crafts

Hand Stamped Fabric Gift Bags

Playful Learning shares these lovely hand-stamped
fabric gift bags! Make your own plain bags, or buy
some, then add your own unique touch. Potato stamps
would work too if you don't have rubber stamps.

12/21/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Christmas Crafts, Family, Printmaking | Permalink | Comments (0)

Melty Bead Ornament Garland

Take your melty bead (Hama, Perler) ornaments
one step further and make a whole garland!
Love this beauty found at The Red Thread.

12/21/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Bead Crafts, Christmas Crafts, Family, Mobiles, Garland, Bunting & Wreaths | Permalink | Comments (0)

Melty Bead Ornaments

These melty bead (Hama, Perler) ornaments at
Club ChicaCircle would look great as a
package decoration too.

12/21/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Bead Crafts, Christmas Crafts, Family, Ornaments | Permalink | Comments (0)

Stacked Rock Snowman

I love the simplicity of this sweet stacked rock
snowman! If you don't have white rocks then just
paint a few with white acrylic paint. Just one
of many great ideas at Pintalalluna.

12/20/2012 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, All Ages, Christmas Crafts, Family, Group, Nature Crafts, Winter Crafts | Permalink | Comments (1)

Twig And Yarn Snowflake Ornament

You just need some twigs and yarn to make a
pretty snowflake ornament! It's Overflowing
has the instructions.

12/20/2012 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Christmas Crafts, Group, Ornaments, Yarn Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Feather Angel Ornament

Sycamore Stirrings has directions to make
this pretty angel ornament from feathers!

12/20/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Christmas Crafts, Family, Ornaments | Permalink | Comments (0)

Cardboard Reindeer Craft

Recycle some cardboard and make a snowboarding

reindeer! Instructions and free pattern at Mollymoo.

12/20/2012 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Animals & Bugs, Christmas Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Paper Crafts, Recycled Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Bubblegum Ornament Gifts

blowing christmas wishes bubblegum ornament gift

These bubblegum filled ornaments are perfect for
neighbors, little friends, and those you want to say
thank you to. The Mother Huddle even has
a free printable to go along with them,
"Blowing Christmas Wishes Your Way"!

12/18/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Activities, Christmas Crafts, Gifts to Make, Ornaments | Permalink | Comments (2)

Construction Paper Wreaths

I love how festive these construction paper wreaths
look! They remind me of Whoville before the Grinch
took everything away :) Directions are at
Our Small-Town Idaho Life.

12/18/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Christmas Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Group, Mobiles, Garland, Bunting & Wreaths, Paper Crafts | Permalink | Comments (3)

Free Lego Ornament Patterns

Check out Chris McVeigh for a wonderful selection
of free Lego Christmas tree ornament patterns!
Via How About Orange

12/18/2012 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Christmas Crafts, Family, Free & Fun Crafts, Ornaments | Permalink | Comments (0)

Alternative To Candy Covered Gingerbread House

healthy version gingerbread house made from crackers nuts dried fruit

If you're looking for a different take on the classic
gingerbread house, visit The Tiny Funnel to get
inspired for one made of crackers, dried fruit,
and other healthy alternative treats.

12/17/2012 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Christmas Crafts, Edibles, Family | Permalink | Comments (1)