Even simpler an idea is to simply mold paper clips into animal shapes. You can do this in a number of different ways but one suggestion is to use a coloring book picture (or any simple picture) as a template …[Continue]
Stuffed Animals
Only slightly more advanced than making paper bag puppets, making stuffed animals is simple to do but can have a big impact if you chose to use the stuffed animals in your home or if you plan on giving an …[Continue]
Silverware Wind Chime
Wind chimes are a great addition to any home. Wind chimes make fun decorations and add to the appeal of the outdoors by bringing music right into your back yard. Wind chimes can be easy to make. By using materials …[Continue]
String Instrument Crafts
Making your own string instruments can save you a lot of money and can make for a fun rainy day activity. While no one is saying that a homemade craft project is just as good as a professionally made instrument, …[Continue]
Kid’s Musical Instruments
Making musical instruments is a wonderful craft idea for kids because when you make your own instrument, you also get to play it when you are done. There are also many opportunities to make a lesson of the musical instrument …[Continue]
All About Craft Shakers
To introduce young children to music and playing instruments, it is best to start simple and work your way up to the more complicated instruments. Some of the simplest instruments that even toddlers can play are shakers. Shakers can include …[Continue]
Shadow Box
Making crafts in the spring time is a great way to take advantage of the season by doing something creative outdoors. Of course you can also make spring crafts indoors but, taking advantage of the warmer weather while creating crafts …[Continue]
Drinking Straw Flowers
Once the seasons change, the warm weather returns and there are more opportunities to be outdoors, we start thinking about how we can make the best of the spring season. Spring crafts are a perfect way to both enjoy the …[Continue]
All About Craft Drums
Making musical instruments with children is a great way to get them away from the TV and doing something creative. Musical instruments are fantastic tools that you can use to introduce the concept of music, rhythm, song and much more. …[Continue]
Easy to Make Musical Instruments
Buying musical instruments for your kids can be pricey. Just one instrument can cost hundreds of dollars, and you aren’t even sure that if you buy the instrument, your kid will want to put forth the effort to learn how …[Continue]
Cotton Ball Animals
Making crafts is a lot easier than some people think. While you may not have a lot of confidence in your ability to come up with original crafts, most people find that once you start making a craft, the creativity …[Continue]
Make Your Own Horn
For this craft, you will need a paper towel roll, some waxed paper, a rubber band, and a pen. Cover one end of the paper towel roll with waxed paper and secure it with a rubber band. Punch a row …[Continue]
