20 Fun Ideas That Won't Break The Bank- When the kids get home from school, make some of these fun and inexpensive crafts! Not ready to spend a fortune on supplies? We've come up with some fun projects you can make with recycled materials from around the house. Here are some ideas to get you started!pop
Clothespin Magnets- Children love to display their
artwork on the refrigerator. Dad
is always hanging up phone
numbers and slips of paper.
And Mom, of course, has her
own little notes, lists, and
reminders. With the help of the
kids, why not personalize a
magnet clip for everyone in the
family?
Extreme Embellished Purse- Girls will love this purse! A great way to show young girls some basic sewing skills and help them create something of their very own.
Fabric Pencil Case- Here's an easy craft project that will help your child get back into the groove for school! It's a great project for both boys and girls. Keep it simple or add detail with embellishments. Each pencil case will hold about 6 pencils.
Grown-ups: Join the fun and make your own to keep that junk drawer organized!
Flower Power Jewel Box- This adorable box is all "girl" with its flower motif and fun fur lining. A little papier mache, glue, and some paint, and your little girl can have her very own jewel box.
Flower Power Pencil Holder- Make this cute and cheerful can for that special little girl in your life. This darling little can is perfect for pens, markers, or anything else her heart desires.
Flower Power Pot- An adorable little craft that's easy to make and looks great in that special girl's bedroom.
Foam Locket Magnets- Make these adorable locker magnets to display this school year. You'll not only have the best looking locker in school, all of your friends will want to know how you made them!
Friendship Pens- Make them for
yourself or swap 'em
with your friends! Why
not use your school or
scout colors or your
favorite colors.
Fuzzy Desk Accessories- Give a set of these fuzzy desk accessories to your friends and they won't believe you made it! Little girls will adore this craft and will want to show them off to all their friends.
Hop On In Door Hanger- Terri of MakingFriends.com brings us this great craft, an adorable way for kids to invite you and their friends into their room!
Memory Collage- We all want to teach our children that it's not the material things in life that are important, but it's not always an easy lesson. One way we can begin to teach this is to focus on family memories in the making of a collage.
Messy and Fun Things To Do With Small Children- Does this title frighten you? Put away your inhibitions right now and join
the fun! Our first project is one anyone can do. Small kids will need the
help of an adult. First, let's begin with some history. We are going to do
a Papier-Mache [pay'-pur-muh-shay'] Piggie Bank!
Personalized Nameplate- This nameplate is a great addition to a little girl's bedroom shelf or dresser top. Dress up some scrap wood in her favorite color and she'll love you for it!
Puppy Marionette- Here's an adorable craft to make with the kids. Easy instructions with everyday supplies make this craft a winner.
Squish Balls- Squish them, roll them, toss them. These balls are fun to make and even more fun to play with! Made with balloons and birdseed.
Write On, Rub Off Board- This fun write on, wipe off board is perfect for keeping track of chores, remembering school projects, marking down milestones, and setting goals! Perfect for the kids.
Thanksgiving
The leaves are almost done falling and Thanksgiving is quickly approaching! Whether you are looking for fun crafts, great recipes, or costume ideas, you'll find it all here. Here are a few examples to get you started...
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