Things to Make and Do, Crafts and Activities for Kids

Circular Weaving: Make A Coaster

circular weaving diy tutorial woven coaster

Remember the weaving done on a hula hoop? Well, if that's
a little overwhelming, but you still love the idea of weaving
in a circle, then Kittenhood has the perfect solution. Make
the warp on a wood embroidery hoop and
get started weaving coasters!

05/16/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Yarn Crafts | Permalink | Comments (1)

Stitched Postcards

Here's a wonderful stitching project that, once it's
finished, would be a delight to receive! Visit
Pysselbolaget and see how to stitch on postcards.

05/16/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Card Making, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Needlework, Sewing & Stitchery | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mother's Day Gift Idea: Tissue Paper Printed Silk Scarf

easy silk scarf dyeing with tissue paper mother's day gift teacher appreciation gift

Rachael Rabbit shows you how to make this silk scarf
that is dyed with tissue paper shapes! It is amazingly
simple to do and it's the kind of activity that
kids of all ages can do together.

05/10/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Mother's Day Crafts, Paper Crafts, Printmaking, Textiles, Wearables | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mother's Day Craft: Marbled Trinket Bowl

I love this polymer clay bowl marbled with finger nail polish!
Tutorial by Henry Happened for Paper & Stitch.

05/10/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Clay Crafts, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Mother's Day Crafts, Sculpture | Permalink | Comments (1)

Mother's Day Craft: Floral Wall Art

paper mache letters filled with flowers wall art

Create monogram wall art with papier mache
letters and silk flowers. Tutorial for this pretty
Mother's Day wall art at Parcel Post.

05/10/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Building/3 Dimensional, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Mother's Day Crafts, Spring Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mother's Day Craft: Felt Flower Bracelet

Toddler Approved shares this tutorial on how to
make felt flower bracelets and necklaces -
it's as simple as stringing beads!

05/09/2013 in 12+ years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Felt and Felting, Gifts to Make, Group, Mother's Day Crafts, Wearables | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mother's Day Craft: Paper Carnations

mother's day craft tissue paper flowers carnations

Find out how to make these paper
carnations for Mother's Day at Kaboose!

05/09/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Mother's Day Crafts, Paper Crafts, Valentine's Day Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mother's Day Craft: Wrapped Washer Necklaces

mother's day homemade gift idea wrapped washer necklaces

Use washers and floss to create inexpensive and
unique jewelry for moms and kids! Tutorial by
Willowday for Design Mom.

05/08/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Mother's Day Crafts, Wearables | Permalink | Comments (0)

Mother's Day Craft: Handprinted Kitchen Towels

painted tea towels craft for Mother's Day homemade gifts

So easy and useful too, make these handprinted kitchen towels
for Mother's Day. The same method can be used on napkins
and tablecloths too. Hello Home Shoppe has the directions.

05/08/2013 in 12+ years old, 18 mos to 2 years old, 3 - 5 years old, 6 - 12 years old, All Ages, Art, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Group, Mother's Day Crafts, Paint, Textiles | Permalink | Comments (1)

Mother's Day Craft: Soap Jewels

diy glycerine soap gem stones mother's day gift kids can make

These stunning jewels are made from glycerine
soap! Mr Printables shows you to carve them and
shares lots of gorgeous photos as well. Besides
being a lovely gift for Mother's Day, this idea is a
wonderful introduction to wood carving for kids.

05/08/2013 in 12+ years old, 6 - 12 years old, Crafts, Family, Gifts to Make, Mother's Day Crafts | Permalink | Comments (0)