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/2012/02/how-to-make-a-george-washington-wig-for-presidents-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-a-george-washington-wig-for-presidents-day/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:00:23 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=12121 Lately I have been showing you some crafts to do for President's Day. Well, I'm going to continue with the President's Day crafting fun by showing you how to make a George Washington Wig. Made from cotton balls and a large paper shopping bag.... this craft turns out awesome. Plus, the craft is a lot of fun.... almost as much fun as the child will have running around wearing the George Washington Wig he/she just made. So, grab the materials needed and let's get started with this crafting fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-a-george-washington-wig-for-presidents-day/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-an-abe-lincoln-top-hat-for-presidents-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-an-abe-lincoln-top-hat-for-presidents-day/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:00:25 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=12096 Yesterday I showed you how to make a an Easy George Washington Hat for President's Day. Well, it wouldn't be right to make a hat and celebrate George Washington's special day if we don't do the same thing for Abraham Lincoln. So, today I will show you how to make an Abe Lincoln Top Hat for President's Day. After all, President's Day is about honoring both George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. And, what better way to honor Abraham Lincoln than to make his top hat. So, grab the materials needed and let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-an-abe-lincoln-top-hat-for-presidents-day/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-an-easy-george-washington-hat/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-an-easy-george-washington-hat/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:00:24 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=11858 President's Day is coming up later this month.... specifically on February 20th. On President's Day we celebrate George Washington's Birthday. So, in honor of our first President's birthday I'm going to show you how to make an easy George Washington Hat. Your youngest of crafters will love making this George Washington Hat.... almost as much as they love wearing it. You don't need many materials for this craft. As a matter of fact, you probably have most of the materials at home already. So, grab the materials needed and let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-an-easy-george-washington-hat/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/chinese-new-year-crafts-year-of-the-dragon/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/chinese-new-year-crafts-year-of-the-dragon/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:00:08 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=11454 Chinese New Year falls on January 23rd this Year. And, in honor of Chinese New Year I put together a list of crafts just about the Chinese New Year. You will find that most of them are Dragon Crafts and you might wonder why..... well, I will tell you why. This year is the Year of the Dragon. So, to honor that fact the majority of the crafts I have listed here will be Dragon Crafts. Not all of them.... there are plenty of fun other crafts that have nothing to do with Dragons. So, check out the post and pick a few Chinese New Year Crafts to do with the kids..... they are sure to love them. So, let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/chinese-new-year-crafts-year-of-the-dragon/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-new-years-party-hat/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-new-years-party-hat/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 22:48:52 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=10649 It just isn't a New Years Party if you don't have a New Years Party Hat. Well, if you don't have one yet..... don't worry. Today I'm going to show you how to make a New Years Party Hat. And, this hat turns out awesome. It actually turns out a lot better than any store bought New Years Party Hat you will find. Made with glitter glue and crystals this party hat is like no other you will find. So, let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-new-years-party-hat/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-new-years-mask/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-new-years-mask/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:00:58 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=10610 If you are going to a New Years Party I have the perfect craft for you today. I am going to show you how to make a beautiful and elegant New Years Mask. Made from cardboard, crystals and glitter glue this mask turns out beautifully. You are sure to get many compliments on this mask from all who see it. And, the cool part..... you get to tell them that you made it yourself. So, let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-new-years-mask/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/clever-and-crafty-last-minute-costume-ideas/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/clever-and-crafty-last-minute-costume-ideas/#comments Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:55:20 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7526 Halloween is just days away. Soon all the kids in the neighborhood will be getting dressed up and going door to door trick or treating. It is such an exciting time. But, if you are like me and wait till the last minute it is very possible that you have no costumes ready at all. If so, that exciting time has now shifted to a very stressful time. Well, stop your worrying. I have compiled 11 Clever and Crafty Last Minute Costume Ideas. Surely, you will be able to find one that is perfect in there for you.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/clever-and-crafty-last-minute-costume-ideas/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-cat-mask-out-of-leather/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-cat-mask-out-of-leather/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 18:04:54 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7222 Are you planning on being a cat for Halloween? Did you want something original that no other person will be wearing? Why not make it yourself? I have an awesome Cast Mask craft to show you that turns out outstanding. In this post I will show you how to make a cat mask out of leather.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-cat-mask-out-of-leather/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-cat-ears-out-of-lace/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-cat-ears-out-of-lace/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:48:48 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7172 Kitty cats can be cute and cuddly..... but on Halloween they can also be pretty spooky. Either way.... cute and cuddly or spooky.... I have a great costume for you. Today I will be showing you how to make Cat ears out of lace perfect for Halloween.... or to play dress-up any time of year. Keep an eye out... later today I will show you how to make a Cat mask to go with your ears.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-cat-ears-out-of-lace/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-fairy-wings/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-fairy-wings/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 16:43:04 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6803 Earlier today I showed you how to make a Fairy Crown. Well, what fairy could be complete without fairy wings. Now, I'm going to help your little fairy become a true fairy this Halloween with their very own Fairy Wings. They will match the Fairy Crown brilliantly and your little girl will be thrilled with how wonderful they look.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-fairy-wings/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-fairy-crown/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-fairy-crown/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:35:06 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7009 When my daughter was little all she could talk about were fairies. She was fascinated with them and loved to dress up and imitate them. My daughter would have loved this craft had I known about it then. Today I will show you how to make a Fairy Crown. It would be perfect for Halloween or dress-up any other day of the year.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-fairy-crown/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/mask-making-fun-how-to-make-3-different-style-masks/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/mask-making-fun-how-to-make-3-different-style-masks/#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:59:39 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6963 Everyone knows that Masks are a perfect craft for Halloween. But, if your kids are anything like my two littlest ones.... Masks are fun ANY time of year. My children LOVE masks... love them!! So, today I'm going to show you how to make three different style masks..... make your favorite or make all three. Plenty of mask making fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/mask-making-fun-how-to-make-3-different-style-masks/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-cat-in-the-hat-from-dr-seuss-%e2%80%8bhat-arts-and-crafts-project-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-cat-in-the-hat-from-dr-seuss-%e2%80%8bhat-arts-and-crafts-project-for-kids/#comments Tue, 01 Mar 2011 03:10:06 +0000 crissy http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4578 What's more fun than the Cat In The Hat? Making a Cat In The Hat Hat of course! These are very easy to make and a lot of fun to do too....do it to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday this year.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-cat-in-the-hat-from-dr-seuss-%e2%80%8bhat-arts-and-crafts-project-for-kids/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/make-witchs-hat-for-your-halloween-witch-costume-with-this-crafts-idea/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/make-witchs-hat-for-your-halloween-witch-costume-with-this-crafts-idea/#comments Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:54:04 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2989 Halloween is coming up sooner than you think...before you know it, you will be wondering what you should be making for your Trick-or-Treat Halloween Costume. How about a witch? This witch’s hat will be fun to have for a Halloween party, to play dress-up, or just to go Trick-or-Treating. Add a mask and broomstick and you can scare your friends.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/make-witchs-hat-for-your-halloween-witch-costume-with-this-crafts-idea/feed/ 6 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/make-a-robot-costume-for-halloween-with-arts-and-crafts-idea/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/make-a-robot-costume-for-halloween-with-arts-and-crafts-idea/#comments Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:26:52 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2978 Any boy or girl can become a mechanical robot costume for Halloween and Trick-or-Treating with the aid of two packing cases and a little work. There is only one precaution, do your “scaring of friends and family” in a safe place if you can not see properly out of your mask. If you are going to use this costume for trick-or-treating, MAKE SURE THAT YOU CAN SEE PROPERLY.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/make-a-robot-costume-for-halloween-with-arts-and-crafts-idea/feed/ 5 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/how-to-make-native-american-indian-girl-moccasins-costume/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/how-to-make-native-american-indian-girl-moccasins-costume/#comments Sun, 22 Aug 2010 03:50:54 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2960 This is a really cute idea to make a Native American Indian Girl Moccasins for a Costume or to just play dress up. This arts and crafts project is easy enough for kids to do, as long as they know how to sew as this project requires sewing pieces of felt together. This is a great arts and crafts project for girls and teens who want to make their own Halloween Costumes this year.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/how-to-make-native-american-indian-girl-moccasins-costume/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/how-to-make-a-native-american-indian-headdress-headband-costume/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/how-to-make-a-native-american-indian-headdress-headband-costume/#comments Sun, 22 Aug 2010 03:26:13 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2946 This is a really cute idea to make a Native American Indian Headdress for a Costume or to just play dress up. This is easy enough for kids 8 years and older to make themselves.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/how-to-make-a-native-american-indian-headdress-headband-costume/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-spring-princess-or-fairy-flowers-crown-craft-for-girls/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-spring-princess-or-fairy-flowers-crown-craft-for-girls/#comments Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:01:33 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=1936 Want to pretend to be a Spring flower princess or fairy? Here are easy instructions to make yourself this beautiful crown that is made up of paper flowers. The simple steps to make this craft are given below.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-spring-princess-or-fairy-flowers-crown-craft-for-girls/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/04/how-to-make-a-spring-easter-bonnet-hat-or-flower-crown-with-your-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/04/how-to-make-a-spring-easter-bonnet-hat-or-flower-crown-with-your-kids/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2009 14:35:42 +0000 andreathatcher http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=94 An Easter bonnet is a longstanding tradition for little girls in many families - and calling it a flower crown will make any little boy excited to be the king of spring! Explain the history of the Easter bonnet to your children and even teach them the song from Irvin Berlin's "Easter Parade." Then, get started!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/04/how-to-make-a-spring-easter-bonnet-hat-or-flower-crown-with-your-kids/feed/ 6