http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog How to Make Cool Stuff Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:00:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-ghost-phone-pouch/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-ghost-phone-pouch/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:49:10 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6761 Halloween is right around the corner and I bet you have your house decorated, costumes picked out and you have been wearing your Halloween jewelry for weeks... but what about your phone? Yes, I said your phone. Is it decorated for Halloween? How about carrying your phone in a Halloween decorated phone pouch. Today I will show you how to make an easy and wonderfully cute night glow ghost pouch for your phone. How cool is that?!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-ghost-phone-pouch/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-nomnom-pencil-case/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-nomnom-pencil-case/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:12:13 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6177 School is back in session once again. And, with school brings tons and tons of school supplies. Instead of using the same old pencil box that everyone else is using why not make a funny case that is like no other. Check out this funny nom nom pencil case craft. Why nom nom? Because it looks like it is eating your pencils..... "Nom nom nom."]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-nomnom-pencil-case/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/08/how-to-decorate-your-school-backpacks-with-beads-and-sequins/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/08/how-to-decorate-your-school-backpacks-with-beads-and-sequins/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:21:09 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=5992 School is only days away for many kids so I thought that I would share a way to decorate your backpacks and messenger bags to make them unique and pretty cool to look at. Below, I will show you how to sew on beads so you can sew on cool designs or your initials. It is easy and a lot of fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/08/how-to-decorate-your-school-backpacks-with-beads-and-sequins/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-super-mario-wooden-suitcase-from-clementines-boxes-crafts-idea/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-super-mario-wooden-suitcase-from-clementines-boxes-crafts-idea/#comments Sun, 20 Feb 2011 03:17:35 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4830 Today we will show you how to make an old-fashioned looking wooden suitcase out of Clementines Boxes and Wooden Thread Spools. You can decorate the box with any cartoon characters that you want, but my son is obsessed with Nintendo and Super Mario Bros characters so I decided to make this for him. ]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-super-mario-wooden-suitcase-from-clementines-boxes-crafts-idea/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-duct-tape-tote-bags-with-easy-steps-crafts-tutorial-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-duct-tape-tote-bags-with-easy-steps-crafts-tutorial-for-kids/#comments Sat, 12 Feb 2011 23:26:05 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4651 Today we will show you how to make a very sturdy tote bag out of nothing other than duct tape. This duct tape bag is able to hold about 30 hard covered library books without tearing. You can also make these for grocery shopping so that you don't have to waste plastic and paper bags. Learn how to make this cool duct tape bag with the following steps.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-duct-tape-tote-bags-with-easy-steps-crafts-tutorial-for-kids/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-valentines-day-mailbox-backpack-with-cereal-boxes/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-valentines-day-mailbox-backpack-with-cereal-boxes/#comments Fri, 28 Jan 2011 06:11:52 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3915 This is a unique Valentine's Day Mailbox crafts idea, but I think all of your friends will ooh and aah over it. It is made from a cereal box and ribbons, amongst other crafts materials. AND you can really use it as a backpack, it really works. Have fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-valentines-day-mailbox-backpack-with-cereal-boxes/feed/ 4 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-no-sew-tote-bag-craft-from-recycled-old-t-shirts/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-no-sew-tote-bag-craft-from-recycled-old-t-shirts/#comments Thu, 27 Jan 2011 06:33:07 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3874 These no-sew t-shirt tote bags are so easy to make that you can make tons of them to take with you to the grocery store to use instead of plastic or paper grocery bags. Follow the easy-to-follow, step by step instructions below.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-no-sew-tote-bag-craft-from-recycled-old-t-shirts/feed/ 10 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-a-roll-up-bag-for-pencils-or-tools-crafts-idea-for-older-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-a-roll-up-bag-for-pencils-or-tools-crafts-idea-for-older-kids/#comments Sat, 22 Jan 2011 03:31:43 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3646 This is a tutorial well suited for older children. It is not a hard one and is very useful. I always needed a bag like this (for pencils or different tools) and never could find one so, I decided to make one. Today I will share it with you :)]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-a-roll-up-bag-for-pencils-or-tools-crafts-idea-for-older-kids/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-weave-purses-handbags-for-moms-gift-on-mothers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-weave-purses-handbags-for-moms-gift-on-mothers-day/#comments Tue, 06 Apr 2010 03:15:54 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2587 Here is a great Mother's Day crafts project for kids to make for Mom or Grandma. Below, you can find out how to make a cardboard loom to weave beautiful handbags / purses to give as gifts or to keep for yourself. Either way, it is a lot of fun and the results are beautiful. This is a great crafts project for older kids and girls, as well as teens.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-weave-purses-handbags-for-moms-gift-on-mothers-day/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/how-to-make-eye-glasses-cases-crafts-idea-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/how-to-make-eye-glasses-cases-crafts-idea-for-kids/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:53:39 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2237 Do you need a gift idea for Mom on Mother's Day or Dad for Father's Day or for somebody's birthday? If your loved one or friend wears glasses, why not make them an eye glassescase? It is easy to make and you can personalize the case with the person's name or initials.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/how-to-make-eye-glasses-cases-crafts-idea-for-kids/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-cosmetics-case-for-girls-or-as-a-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-cosmetics-case-for-girls-or-as-a-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:04:38 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2211 This is an easy sewing project with easy illustrated instructions to make a make-up / cosmetics case. Girls and Teens will love making this cosmetics bag / case / wallet - whatever you want to call it. It is also a great project to make for Mom or Grandma on Mother's Day...and it would also be a great group project for Summer Camp or Girl Scouts.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-cosmetics-case-for-girls-or-as-a-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-lanterns-for-spooky-halloween-decorations-crafts-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-lanterns-for-spooky-halloween-decorations-crafts-for-kids/#comments Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:34:01 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=836 Here's a lantern that is a very easy arts and crafts Halloween activity for kids to make. And guess what- you can also use it to store your Halloween treats when you go trick-or-treating. So pick up an old plastic bottle and start making it right now...easy instructions follow below.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-lanterns-for-spooky-halloween-decorations-crafts-for-kids/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-treat-bags-crafts-idea-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-treat-bags-crafts-idea-for-kids/#comments Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:26:10 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=700 Today we will be making a Halloween craft that is easy enough for kids to do by themselves or with Mom and Dad. We will be making a handmade customized & personalized made Halloween paper treat bag that you can use as snack bag to give to a friend or trick-or-treaters. You can fill them up to give to your classmates or to give to special trick-or-treaters, friends, or relatives. All you will need is thick paper, scissors, glue, and orange ribbon. The easy instructions follow.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-treat-bags-crafts-idea-for-kids/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/08/how-to-personalize-your-school-bags-draw-on-and-paint-your-backpacks/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/08/how-to-personalize-your-school-bags-draw-on-and-paint-your-backpacks/#comments Mon, 31 Aug 2009 01:58:17 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=494 You don't have to be a an artist to paint and or draw on your backpack, but if you or your child loves to draw, then this book bag painting craft will be even more fun for you or your child. Nobody else will have the same exact knapsack as you...it will be a great keepsake to keep for years to come. It would also be neat to make a different personalized backpack every year so that you can put all of your special projects from that year in your personalized book bag from that year.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/08/how-to-personalize-your-school-bags-draw-on-and-paint-your-backpacks/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/08/personalize-decorate-your-school-book-bags-backpacks-with-sharpie-markers/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/08/personalize-decorate-your-school-book-bags-backpacks-with-sharpie-markers/#comments Fri, 21 Aug 2009 05:34:10 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=488 My daughter, Sarah, wanted to make her school backpack to look extra special this year. As a Mom who loves to draw, I figured that I would put my talents to use and brainstorm with her to find out what sort of pictures I should draw on her backpack.You don't have to be a an artist to put together a personalized backpack, but if you or your child loves to draw, then this book bag decoration craft will be even more fun for you or your child.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/08/personalize-decorate-your-school-book-bags-backpacks-with-sharpie-markers/feed/ 3 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/06/the-handbag-addiction-starts-early-with-a-felt-purse/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/06/the-handbag-addiction-starts-early-with-a-felt-purse/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:30:32 +0000 andreathatcher http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=373 If your little girl wants to be just like Mommy and the big girls with her own purse, this is a creative way to give in without actually spending money on expensive accessories for a pint-sized clothes horse. It could easily be made as a pouch or satchel for a boy as well.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/06/the-handbag-addiction-starts-early-with-a-felt-purse/feed/ 25