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Snacklaces
When it comes to edible jewelry, the candy necklace is king. Introduced in the late 1950s by Ce De Candy Inc., these sweet and fashionable treats have been adorning the necks of kids ever since. But why stop at candy? Get started ...
Origami Bats
Use the ancient art of origami to create cleverly folded creatures to use as Halloween decorations. Get started ...
Paper bag owl puppet
Bring some autumn color to your refrigerator with this paper bag owl. Using a classic brown bag and a few supplies from the craft store, you'll have a hoot! Get started ...
Turkey Napkin Ring
Use an empty toilet paper tube to brighten up your Thanksgiving table. This craft will help even the youngest in your brood feel involved in the holiday prep. Get started ...
Make your own pinata
There aren't a lot of sure things when it comes to planning your child's birthday party, but a pinata is one of them: competitive whacking and candy. Make your own with this fun, only slightly messy craft that kids will love. Get started ...
Joy Jar
Sometimes everyday things get overlooked in the whirlwind family life and holiday hustle and bustle. So before the feasting stars, take some time this month to really focus your family's attention on all that you have to be thankful for - especially each other. Get started ...
Cotton swab snowflakes
What's better than a snow-themed craft when you're watching a winter storm from the family room? How about a snow-themed craft using things you already have your bathroom? Skip the trip to the crafts store and curl up with this wintry craft. Get started ...
Wet Felting with kids
Sometimes children’s crafts can feel redundant. Materials like poster paints, construction paper and glue sticks tend to lead to predictable results. For a kid-friendly project beyond the usual, try wet felting, which combines wool, water, soap and friction into a fun new material. Get started ...
Sock Pets
Forget the rush to buy Zhu Zhu Pets. You can make your own little critters at home using a fun, patterned, adult-sized sock from your collection of strays. Get started ...
Cardboard sock characters
Stray baby socks make the perfect winter hats for homemade characters. Throw in an empty paper towel roll and some decorations for a project that your child will love to incorporate into her creative play. Get started ...
Tried-and-true Terrarium
If you want teach your kids about plants but don’t have much of a green thumb, consider making a terrarium. These attractive, low-maintenance projects are an easy way to bring Mother Nature’s magic indoors. Once you do the initial set up, your terrarium will basically take care of itself. Get started ...
Sew a stuffed animal
This project gives kids the opportunity to design and create a stuffed creature of their own. Get started ...
Make your own lacing card
Lacing cards are a staple in any preschool classroom. You could certainly buy some from the store, but it is fun to make your own. Get started ...
Egg Carton Caterpillar
These little critters are an easy project for preschool-aged children. Get started ...
Noodle Train
Next time you come across some nearly empty boxes of pasta in your cabinet, give this “noodle train” project a try. Get started ...
Make your own paper boats (that really float!)
Kids have been folding paper into boat shapes forever. But I bet you can still impress yours by helping them create a waterproof version that really floats. Ahoy, captain! Get started ...
Slithering snake craft for kids
Create slithering serpentine friends from materials you have around your house. Get started ...
