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/2012/01/how-to-make-a-beautiful-places-key-chain/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/how-to-make-a-beautiful-places-key-chain/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:49 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=5790 Do you have pictures you would love to remember? For example, do you have pictures of Summer Camp, or School Trips, or perhaps a Vacation with your parents? Aren't these memories just wonderful and you would love to remember them for always? Well, I have the craft for you today. I'm going to show you how to make a "Beautiful Places" Key Chain.... perfect for holding your fondest memories close to your heart. Or perhaps you would like to make this "Beautiful Places" Key Chain for your friend or family member who would too love to keep these memories close to them. Either way... this key chain is sure to be loved. So, let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/how-to-make-a-beautiful-places-key-chain/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/how-to-make-a-handprints-t-shirt/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/how-to-make-a-handprints-t-shirt/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:00:24 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=5628 I have a fun keepsake memory craft for you today. I'm going to show you how to make a Handprints T-shirt. This Handprint T-shirt craft is perfect for the end of school, birthday party, summer camp or anything that you want to remember your friends from. All you need are a bunch of friends, a fresh T-shirt and some paint and you are good to go. So, grab a bunch of your best of friends and the rest of the materials needed and let's get this craft started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/how-to-make-a-handprints-t-shirt/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/fun-crafts-made-from-photographs/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/fun-crafts-made-from-photographs/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:00:49 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=10995 Did you know there are tons of crafts out there that you can make from Photographs? There really are. And, the cool thing about making crafts with Photographs is that you will have a keepsake for your memories for years to come. Wouldn't it be cool to take copies of your most precious pictures and make them into something useful? For example, I found a craft that you can take your photographs and make wrapping paper or a tissue box.... or how about taking family photographs and making them into a Guess Who game. Check out all of these crafts plus many more in this post. You are sure to find a Photograph craft you will enjoy to make.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/01/fun-crafts-made-from-photographs/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-a-picture-puzzle/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-a-picture-puzzle/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:10:08 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4815 I am going to show you a great way to take any picture and make it into a puzzle. This is an awesome way to take your memories and make them into a fun puzzle that you can share with your family and friends. With the Holidays just around the corner this would make a great gift. Imagine taking a family picture and making it into a puzzle that you can give as a gift. It would be cherished. ]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-a-picture-puzzle/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-a-thanksgiving-mobile/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-a-thanksgiving-mobile/#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:37:27 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=1137 Thanksgiving is a time to remember how blessed we are to have such great family and friends. Well, with that being said.... I have a creative way for you to remind yourself how thankful you are.... a Thanksgiving Mobile. With pictures and your thankful thoughts you are sure to show everyone how blessed you truly are. So, let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-a-thanksgiving-mobile/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-thanksgiving-place-cards/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-thanksgiving-place-cards/#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:58:07 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=8262 I have a great Thanksgiving craft for you that will be not only useful, but very memorable as well. I am going to show you how to make Thanksgiving place cards. But, not just ordinary place cards.... these are place cards that your guests at your Thanksgiving feast will write down what they are thankful for. Keep the place cards as a keepsake for years to come.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-thanksgiving-place-cards/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/ideas-for-displaying-your-kids-artwork-so-you-can-see-your-fridge-again/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/ideas-for-displaying-your-kids-artwork-so-you-can-see-your-fridge-again/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:50:27 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6299 As a parent, I love receiving beautiful artwork from my children. However, my fridge is completely covered. This got me thinking...what else can I do with the artwork? I would love to see my refrigerator again...what color is it...I want to know....maybe soon I can find out again. :)]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/ideas-for-displaying-your-kids-artwork-so-you-can-see-your-fridge-again/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/08/how-to-make-pencil-toppers-using-pipe-cleaners/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/08/how-to-make-pencil-toppers-using-pipe-cleaners/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 01:10:58 +0000 Celeste http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4698 A very simply craft that your kids can do. As easy as 1-2-3. You can do this to add a little fun to your kid's pens or pencils. Or this can also make a pretty present.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/08/how-to-make-pencil-toppers-using-pipe-cleaners/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/06/make-autographed-friends-necklaces-or-bracelets-on-last-day-of-school-or-camp/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/06/make-autographed-friends-necklaces-or-bracelets-on-last-day-of-school-or-camp/#comments Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:58:05 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=5598 School is going to be over soon and you’ll be parted from your friends until Autumn comes again. Wouldn’t be nice to keep them with you during the entire Summer? You can get your friend's autographs and wear them around your arm or neck all Summer along.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/06/make-autographed-friends-necklaces-or-bracelets-on-last-day-of-school-or-camp/feed/ 4 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/06/make-a-graduation-cap-and-diploma-pin-in-6-easy-steps/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/06/make-a-graduation-cap-and-diploma-pin-in-6-easy-steps/#comments Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:28:24 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=5578 Graduation day is very important and everyone wants to remember it. What are the symbols of this day? The graduation cap / hat and diploma ... so, we will add those to our badge pin :) Learn how to make the following decorative pin in easy step by step lesson below ... great for the last day of school.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/06/make-a-graduation-cap-and-diploma-pin-in-6-easy-steps/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/03/how-to-make-hand-print-rainbows-for-st-patricks-day-preschooler-activity/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/03/how-to-make-hand-print-rainbows-for-st-patricks-day-preschooler-activity/#comments Tue, 01 Mar 2011 05:03:53 +0000 crissy http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4912 Rainbows bring smiles to faces everywhere and these hand print rainbow are very easy for children of all ages to make. This is a perfect activity for toddlers, preschoolers, and Kindergartners. They are fun to make and parents just love handprints from their children.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/03/how-to-make-hand-print-rainbows-for-st-patricks-day-preschooler-activity/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/making-snow-globes-with-toy-figures-glass-jars-with-easy-crafts-instructions-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/making-snow-globes-with-toy-figures-glass-jars-with-easy-crafts-instructions-for-kids/#comments Sun, 27 Feb 2011 03:10:51 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4994 Do you want to make a really cool snow globe? Find a figurine that you don't play with any more and use that to make a really cool snow globe. This is also a great way to keep a special toy figurine on display. Find out how to make this super cool snow globe with a baby food jar (or any old jar).]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/making-snow-globes-with-toy-figures-glass-jars-with-easy-crafts-instructions-for-kids/feed/ 4 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/decorate-address-schedule-or-appointment-books-with-felt-crafts-idea/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/decorate-address-schedule-or-appointment-books-with-felt-crafts-idea/#comments Sat, 26 Feb 2011 04:41:11 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4954 Do you want to decorate your address books, appointment books, scrap books, or schedule books with felt. If you like to sew, then this is a great craft to get your sewing fix in. You will make your special book into a personalized keepsake. Have fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/decorate-address-schedule-or-appointment-books-with-felt-crafts-idea/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/making-a-greeting-card-display-wall-hanger-crafts-idea-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/making-a-greeting-card-display-wall-hanger-crafts-idea-for-kids/#comments Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:55:37 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3605 Since Valentine's Day is coming up soon, how about learning how to make this Greeting Cards Display Craft. You can hang it on a picture hook, or hang it from other high places. Then you can look at the love that people sent to you in Valentine's Day cards, Christmas cards, Birthday cards, or whatever.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/making-a-greeting-card-display-wall-hanger-crafts-idea-for-kids/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-a-peace-handprints-flower-craft-idea-for-martin-luther-king-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-a-peace-handprints-flower-craft-idea-for-martin-luther-king-day/#comments Tue, 11 Jan 2011 23:55:16 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3190 Think at Peace as a beautiful flower. How this flower will look like? You can make this to celebrate the great Martin Luther King Jr. on Martin Luther King Day with your child's hand prints.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/how-to-make-a-peace-handprints-flower-craft-idea-for-martin-luther-king-day/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/making-a-new-years-memory-accordion-pocket-book-to-hold-precious-memories/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/making-a-new-years-memory-accordion-pocket-book-to-hold-precious-memories/#comments Thu, 30 Dec 2010 06:43:59 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3061 You can use this special fold-up, accordion pocketed book to hold all the memories of this year or next year ... and then you can put it away as if it were a time capsule. Then you can try not to look at it for 10 years. You will be surprised at how much you have changed in that amount of time. Have fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/making-a-new-years-memory-accordion-pocket-book-to-hold-precious-memories/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/05/how-to-make-tri-fold-picture-frame-present-for-dad-on-fathers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/05/how-to-make-tri-fold-picture-frame-present-for-dad-on-fathers-day/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 02:09:47 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2800 Do you want to learn how to make a unique picture frame? Most picture frame crafts are for one photograph, but this one holds 3 photos. This would be perfect to make as a gift for Dad or Mom for family photos...and it would look great on their office desk. If you want to learn how to make a tri-fold picture frame, then look at the directions in this arts and crafts activity for children.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/05/how-to-make-tri-fold-picture-frame-present-for-dad-on-fathers-day/feed/ 3 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-mom-jewelry-gift-necklaces-and-bracelets-for-mothers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-mom-jewelry-gift-necklaces-and-bracelets-for-mothers-day/#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2010 22:54:58 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2759 This is a cute idea for kids to make jewelry, such as bracelets and necklaces for Mom, Grandma or an Aunt on Mother's Day or a birthday. Girls especially seem to love this arts and crafts project because many girls love to sew with needle and thread and they love making and wearing jewelry. Either way, this is a lot of fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-mom-jewelry-gift-necklaces-and-bracelets-for-mothers-day/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-keepsake-hand-print-poster-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day-craft/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-keepsake-hand-print-poster-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day-craft/#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:39:45 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2127 Moms always love hand print crafts AND they are very easy to make. Here is a cute arts and crafts project for kids to make for Mom on Mother's Day. This is also great for toddlers and preschoolers. Make this beautiful hand print poster for your Mom this Mother's day. She'll treasure it forever.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-keepsake-hand-print-poster-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day-craft/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-make-jewelry-storage-box-craft-for-mom-on-mothers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-make-jewelry-storage-box-craft-for-mom-on-mothers-day/#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2010 23:52:36 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2664 Does your mom love jewelry? Well, Mother's Day is coming up and today we will teach you to how to make a very special jewelry box for your Mom. Make this nice keepsake box for her to store her favorite jewelry. It will be a great gift for mother's day. So find an old box and follow the instructions to make this gift.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-make-jewelry-storage-box-craft-for-mom-on-mothers-day/feed/ 0