How to Make a Quiet Book. 12 Coolest DIY Crafts for Boys. Let’s face it…it isn’t easy to find crafts to grab the attention of the typical little boy, much less one that results in something that will spark their interest. Here are twelve awesome crafts that will ignite the creative juices of even the most spastic little guy. nggallery id=’121419′ Catapult Paper Airplane. Elsewhere: A New Art Technique to Try, Decor DIYs & A New Gig. 27 Oct I’m guest posting at Whip Up today with one of my favorite new art techniques: block printing with yarn.
This one is truly appropriate for all ages. Our first go at it was a fascinating experience for C (he couldn’t believe he was actually allowed to paint on a few of his blocks) and a successful attempt at DIY modern art for me. Head over to Whip Up for the full tutorial. P.S. Bonus: Use the code JANUARY for 10% off the PDF file through the end of the month, plus all customers will receive a 20% off code for our favorite online meal planning site, Relish!
P.S. DIY Felt Dress Up Dolls. I couldn't wait to start cutting out the miniature fashionistas. I headed to Joann's and grabbed a bunch of felt. Tutorial: Magic Paint Board « Fo' Reals Mom. I'm Inexplicably Drawn to You...DIY Magnetic Tote Bag. My husband and I are really bad at the diaper bag thing. My son has sat through more than one restaurant dinner in some state of undress, including wearing nothing but a diaper at his cousin's birthday dinner, because we inevitably leave the house without adequate diapers, wipes or a change of clothes. Luckily he's old enough now that diaper blowouts are a rarity, however toddler-boredom-turned-general-naughtiness has taken hold where poop-up-the-back-of-your-shirt-and-seeping-down-your-pants-leg used to live. After one too many dinners out during which I try and fail miserably to entertain the duckling with a dull butter knife and a packet of Splenda, I decided to get wise and create a quick and easy bag that could keep the little guy entertained long enough for me to enjoy a glass of wine.
Then I got pregnant (see you in July, wine), but the need to keep our kid out of trouble persists....enter the magnetic activity bag! Be forewarned, this little bag is addictive. 1. Cardboard Blueprints. To make it you'll need: utility knife Download the PDF for full instructions, but keep reading if you'd like to see detail shots of some of my construction techniques... This is where I joined the two boxes together on the side of the house above the window (step 9). I overlapped the edges, ran a couple pieces of tape lengthwise on both the inside and outside, then wrapped tape around the seam to really hold it together.
The side walls seemed a little flimsy because they weren't a solid piece of cardboard, so I taped one of the flaps I removed from the top of the box (step 3) under the window to help strengthen the wall (step 10). The flaps at the top and the bottom of the boxes were pre-cut, so I taped over the cuts to prevent weak spots on my roof and walls (step 4). The flaps that I left attached to the box were folded down and taped to the sides to help support the structure (step 6). Yarn Ball Party Favors. When you have a blog, and you post instructions about how to make or cook something that you have dreamed up, you want all of the mistakes to happen to you. You want to be the one to discover the holes in the theories, the lapses in the instructions or the possible interpretations that will end up in failure. Tutorial: Baby Doll Sling. DIY Duct Tape River Raft. Have you joined the Duct Tape crafting craze yet?! If not, this River Raft craft is a great way to get your feet wet.
Your kids will love you for it! Materials CardboardWater bottles (2, standard size)Duct tape (in your choice of fun colors) Putting It All Together Now that you have all your materials, start by covering you piece of cardboard entirely with duct tape. When you are happy with how secure your raft is taped together, flip it over and try it out. Make the Cut. The last time you proposed an artsy project, the kids said they’d rather clean their rooms.
Save the clan from a vacuum of creativity with this DIY from CityCraft fabric boutique’s Callie Works-Leary. The whiz showed us how to make a felt embellishment for a barrette, headband, or brooch. Felt Embellishment MaterialsA few sheets of 8½-by-11-inch paperScissors2 pieces of felt in coordinating colors (can be bought in individual sheets)Scrap fabricDisappearing ink (optional)Craft glue (tacky glue works best)ButtonHeadband, hair barrette, or pin 1. 2. 3. Brag Books from Paper Lunch Sacks. A Proper Bed for a Princess. Making a "proper" bed for a true princess, can only mean one thing. You will need one pea and lots and lots of mattresses. We made our Princess and the Pea bed from popsicle sticks and fabric scraps. (coffee stirrers, toothpicks and tongue depressors too.) 1.
Build a simple base for the bed. So you have 2 equal pieces. 2.Then add the full size sticks. 3.Next, make your 4 bed posts by simply gluing 2 sticks together. Estéfi Machado: Festa de criança como atigamente * Chapeuzinho Vermelho. Estéfi Machado: Lego Chocolate? * Exists and you do in your home! Como eu já tinha dito antes, somos loucos por Lego! Melted Crayons Favor: DIY Wedding Ideas. Posted on May 23, 2011 by Christina If you are inviting kids to your wedding, you will love these favors made from melted crayons!
My girls and I had a blast making these melted crayons and we loved the final result. Simply a stack of three or four crayon pucks and tie with a ribbon or some raffia. Amazing Kids Rooms. By Handmade Charlotte | Need a little inspiration for your kid’s room? Here’s a collection of amazing rooms for kids from around the web. nggallery id=’121161′ A Colorful Corner This modern kids room manages to be both stylish and whimsical (check out the Swiss-cheese storage!). Chore Chart for multiple children. Are you ready for this?
… This is going to be the LONGEST tutorial you’ve probably ever seen, but don’t fret…it’s going to be worth it! An organized classy chore chart is headed your way. 15 of the Coolest Chore Charts for Kids. By Jaime Morrison Curtis | Isn’t it great the day you realize that you can put those kids to work around the house? HA! But seriously, we want to teach our kids responsibility and visual cues like charts often help them understand and remember better than nagging from mom ever could.
New England Through Yummy Moms Eyes: Tutorial: Photo Wood Blocks. Before & After: Crazy Beautiful Toy Kitchen. Make your own Magnetic Paper Dolls (and a fabric cover for your metal base) Thank you for such kindness and sympathy towards my last post.
My grandmother will be greatly missed. And we’re all doing perfectly well. Print Hula Hoop Rug Page. Oh my! handmade goodness - StumbleUpon. By Michelle Vackar, Modern Handmade Child One of our favorite outside activities at our home is drawing with chalk on the driveway.
You can play hopscotch, four-square, and of course draw and create silly stories.