Shana, Author at Kids Crafts & Activities

15 Cool Crafts Made with Altoid Tins

If you ever had an Altoid mint you know that the mints come in this wonderful little tin. But, who would have thought all the imaginative things you could do with this little tin. By scouring the internet I came across a bunch of Altoid crafts you can make. In this post I am listing 15 of the coolest crafts you can make with Altoid Tins. The crafts range in skill level between easy and more challenging. But, you can count on each of them being a lot of fun. So, scroll through the different Altoid Tin crafts and you are sure to find one that you will like. So, grab your Altoid Tin Containers and let’s get started on some fun crafts.

How to Make a May Basket

I have a fun and easy craft for you today. In this post I’m going to show you how to make a May Basket. This craft is a great craft for even the youngest of crafters as we will be using a template for this craft. Simply print out the template, cut, fold and glue and that’s it. Of course, you are going to want your May Basket to be pretty so make sure to color and decorate it the way you see fit. So, grab the materials needed for this craft and let’s get started.

13 Cool Crafts Made with Neckties

The styles of Neckties comes and goes pretty quickly. Many men have a ton of extra ties in their closet that they don’t even wear. Why not put the extra ties to good use? I am going to show you 13 Cool Crafts made with Neckties. All of the necktie crafts shown here will have tutorials so that you too can make these crafts. I will not show you something that you can’t make for yourself. Whether you want a necktie purse or a necktie coffee cozy…. you will find your necktie crafts here. So, let’s get started.

How to Make a 3D Carnation Mother’s Day Card

Mother’s Day is coming up next month. That will be here before you know it. So, in honor of the upcoming Mother’s Day Holiday today I will show you how to make a 3D Carnation Mother’s Day Card. Any mom would love receiving a homemade card from their child. And, this card is no exception. Not only is this card made by you, but it is also 3D which makes it really cool. You will use crepe paper to give this card a 3D effect. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.

How to Make Drinking Straw Flowers

I have a fun craft for you today. In this post I will show you how to make Drinking Straw Flowers. The supplies are for just one flower, but make a whole bunch and you have yourself a bouquet. They would look fun and festive this Spring in a vase or pot. Any age child will enjoy making these flowers even the youngest of crafters. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started with this craft.

Coolest Earth Day Craft Ideas – Crafts Made from Recycled Materials

Earth Day will be here in just a couple of weeks. In honor of Earth Day I thought I would scour the internet looking for cool ideas for Earth Day crafts. All of the crafts that I found and have listed here are made from recycled materials. Earth Day is a special day to celebrate the Earth and to increase awareness and appreciation of the Earth’s natural environment. And, I think making crafts from recycled materials such as the ones found here is a great way to teach children about recycling and the importance of doing that to help save our Earth. So, without further ado….

How to Make a Notepad Pencil Gift Set

Today I’m going to show you how to make a Notepad Pencil Gift Set. This Notepad Pencil Gift Set is a perfect gift for somebody that has a lot going on and needs some organizing. It would make a great gift for anyone like this. They could simply hang it up in plain sight and when a note is written on the notepad they are reminded of all the things they need to do. Or, hang this next to the phone…. this item makes for a perfect place to leave messages for others. So, let’s get started with this craft.

How to Make Egg Carton Tulips for Spring

I have a fun and creative Spring craft for you today. I’m going to show you how to make Egg Carton Tulips for Spring. This craft is a great way to use up all those egg cartons you have laying around after Easter. Nothing like recycling items and using them to create something beautiful. And these tulips are no exception….. they come out looking so colorful. Just the perfect craft to make and give to you Mom or Grandma to help them celebrate Spring. They will surely love this item….. so let’s get started.

Ideas for Kids to Make Seder Plates for Passover

Passover will be here in just a couple of days. And with Passover comes the wonderful Passover Seder. And, even though we know how fantastic Passover Seder is…. we know how difficult it is to get the kids to sit still and enjoy the Passover Seder. Well, how about if they help out with the Seder? The kids can make the Seder Plate for Passover. Even if it isn’t the main Seder Plate you use for the Seder they can at least work on the Children’s table Passover Seder Plate. Beings that the children helped make the Passover Seder Plate will hold their attention a little more as they will want to pay attention to see how it will be used during the Seder.

How to Make a Lampshade Paper Sculpture – Exercise 2

Earlier today I posted How to Make a Paper Wave Sculpture – Exercise 1. It shows you the basics of making a Paper Sculpture…. specifically a paper wave sculpture. Well, in this post I’m going to show you how to make a Lampshade Paper Sculpture…. it’s the 2nd exercise in two showing you how to Paper Sculpt. It’s a little more complicated than the first, but if you did Exercise 1 you are ready for the challenge of Exercise 2. So, let’s get started.

How to Make a Paper Wave Sculpture – Exercise 1

Believe it or not you can actually make sculptures out of paper. That’s right, you can actually compose items that are built up from a simple paper and molded into shapely items. In this post I’m going to show you how to make a Paper Wave Sculpture. With a little bit of patience and following the steps provided below you too will be able to make a Paper Wave Sculpture. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.

How to Make a Hand Print Lamb

I have a fun and adorable craft for you today. I’m going to show you how to make a Hand Print Lamb. This craft is great for all ages….. even the youngest of crafters can enjoy this craft. Made from cotton, a bow, a googly and of course your hand print…. this craft turns out super cute. Any child will be so proud they made this. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.

How to Make Bunny Rabbit Treat Bags for Easter

Instead of using an Easter Basket to give out Easter treats to people, have you thought of using a Treat Bag? Today I’m going to show you how to make a Bunny Rabbit Treat Bag for Easter. These are great if you have a bunch of people to hand out candy to. Instead of buying an Easter Basket for everyone…. why not just make these cute Bunny Rabbit Treat Bags. They are super easy and a ton of fun…. plus they are super cute. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.

How to Make a Woven Paper Easter Basket

I have a fun Easter Craft for you today….. In this post I’m going to show you how to make a Woven Paper Easter Basket. This Easter Basket is made out of sheets of construction paper and ribbon and when put together correctly it makes for an awesome Easter decoration. You can fill it with plastic Easter Eggs or Paper Easter Eggs you made yourself and display it proudly in your house for all to see. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get this craft started.

How to Make a Glove Bunny for Easter

Get ready for a fun and creative craft because I have just that for you today. In this post I am going to show you how to make a Glove Bunny for Easter. That’s right…. it’s an Easter bunny made out of a Glove. This is a great craft to do to actually use that glove that you no longer have the pair for. After stuffing the glove you have a nice, cuddly Easter Bunny that would be perfect as an Easter decoration or a nice cuddly friend. The choice is yours. So, let’s get started.

How to Make a Handkerchief Bunny Cup Cover

Today I’m going to show you how to make a Handkerchief Bunny Cup Cover. If you don’t have a Handkerchief available…. you might have to ask one of your grandparents to borrow one for this craft. You are going to be folding the handkerchief to create an Easter Bunny. Once completed, this craft is perfect to use as an Easter decoration this Easter. It would look great on any tabletop. So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.