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Kids Crafts
Kids Crafts foster creative imaginations! Also stop by our Kids Crafts archives for more great crafts for kids.
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Ribbon; check, glue; check, glitter; check, a thousand and one ideas; check.
When it comes to crafting, there are always a thousand supplies that you need and a thousand things that you can make but sometimes getting from the craft store to the completed project can be a difficult task in itself. That is where this site is going to help you.
If you are like me, you may not be the craftiest of people. Oh sure, you can wield a glue gun like you wield a butter knife but coming up with the ideas may leave you completely at a loss. There are tons of things to do, but how exactly do you do them.
When I first navigated the crafty waves of the creative ocean, I was often lost. I would pick up one craft and completely lose my way before I dropped it to the wayside and picked up another. It was a horrible time because I wanted to be the Martha Stewart of my home, making beautiful centerpieces that wowed my guests and made me the envy of the neighborhood but I just couldn’t get to that point.
Holiday Crafts
We've got a number of fun holiday crafts for all ages! If you're looking for fun Christmas crafts, stop by our Christmas Crafts page to get started or browse our archives of Holiday Crafts for craft ideas for every season.
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What I did learn, through trial and error is that, a) I don’t want to be Martha, although I love her amazing detailing in all her crafts, I just don’t have the need for all the meticulous details, and b) If I lowered my standards, even by just an inch, my creations can still be beautiful, maybe not completely a-symmetrical but still beautiful.
So what does my epiphany mean to you? Well first, you don’t have to be Martha Stewart either. Don’t you feel much better all ready? Second, you came to the right spot for all your craft ideas.
Here you can find crafts that can be done by anyone. Whether you are an experienced crafter that puts Martha Stewart to shame or a complete novice, you will be able to reproduce some amazing crafts that will awe anyone that comes to your home.
We truly believe that everyone can be crafty, all it takes is an excellent how to, a few helpful tips and all the support and resources that we offer here. Oh, and a good glue gun to pull all those projects together.
Now that you are here, why don’t you browse through our crafts, add a few ideas when you have a new one and remember that the key to making an excellent craft is not in the perfection but in the little flaws that personalize the finished product.
Nov 01 2011
I have to admit I’m not a very “crafty” person but I do enjoy making shadow boxes. Maybe it is because it seems sort of easy to me and the variety of themes and options for creating them is limitless! The shadow box shown is above is one I found on Etsy from seller Jaylynn [...]
Jun 13 2011
Fun ways to forge a love of nature and recycling in kids (ARA) – Nature offers many beautiful gifts and wonders to explore, and parents can help get kids outside to discover them when they step away from the television or computer screen. Here are a few fun ways to encourage your children to explore [...]
Oct 22 2010
Halloween is the second most decorated holiday, so it won’t be long until ghouls and goblins, witches and vampires, pumpkins and candy corn adornments begin appearing in advance of trick-or-treating and haunting celebrations. This year, instead of buying your decorations, why not brew a little imagination? Just stir in a few items you already have [...]
Aug 05 2010
Part 1 The popularity of seed beads is astounding. They are used to create more than beaded flowers. Bead artists use them in loom work, jewelry, weaving… the list is endless. Seed beads are simply tiny glass beads. The name is fairly generic, and is often used to describe several kinds of beads made by [...]
Apr 30 2010
Flowers. Spa days. Lavish dinners. On Mother’s Day, there are a variety of ways to recognize the special women who have made a difference in our lives. In fact, a recent study conducted by Yahoo indicated that over 85 percent of consumers celebrate the second Sunday in May, spending billions of dollars on gifts. Times [...]
Apr 15 2010
Revitalize your style: spring projects refresh your home and wardrobe After months of dark, sleepy winter, many of us look for ways to bring spring’s sense of renewal into our homes. This year, go beyond the typical spring cleaning with projects that repurpose things you already own. You will revitalize your home’s style – and [...]
Feb 06 2010
Thought crochet was just old-lady afghans and fuzzy scarves? Think again! We just launched a cute new craft site called Amigurumi Land where you can check out lots of adorable crochet creations, get amigurumi patterns to make your own, find great crochet and knitting supplies, and more! Not only will you find loads of amigurumi [...]
Oct 19 2009
Handmade crafts are the ultimate customized holiday decor Birdhouse craft instructions below article. Here’s another silver lining to the dark economic clouds still on the horizon this holiday season: handmade holiday decorations are not only less costly, they’re perceived as more meaningful as well. From spending more time with loved ones to an improvement in [...]
Aug 06 2009
(NC)—Instead of throwing away plastic soda bottles, repurpose them to make luminaries for all kinds of occasions, from glittery summer gatherings to Halloween socials. To do so: Peel the labels from empty plastic soda bottles. Use adhesive remover and a paper towel to remove any residue. Wash the soda bottles thoroughly and let them dry [...]
Jul 28 2009
(ARA) – School’s out, the neighborhood pool is open and you are responsible for keeping the family active and engaged this summer. Whether you are taking a beach vacation or spending a day around the house, you can easily fill the time by planning several simple, budget-friendly, do-it-yourself activities. Ideal for indoor or outdoor time, [...]