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-cute-heart-friend-for-valentines-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-a-cute-heart-friend-for-valentines-day/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:00:47 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=12052 Valentines Day is in less than two weeks. If you are still looking for Valentines Day decorations that are fun to make then I have a craft for you. Today I'm going to show you how to make a Cute Heart Friend for Valentines Day. This Cute Heart Friend will sit perfectly on top of a desk or table top. If you would prefer.... this Cute Heart Friend can be given to your somebody special as a gift instead of a decoration. Imagine the reaction of the receiver who gets this gift.... they will love it!! So, let's get started.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2012/02/how-to-make-a-cute-heart-friend-for-valentines-day/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-nativity-scene-for-christmas/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-nativity-scene-for-christmas/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:33:00 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=9695 All week long I have been showing you how to make the characters for a Nativity Scene. Well, today you are going to set up your Nativity Scene complete with basket. You have been working hard and today you are going to get to see the results of all your hard work. If you need to still complete the Nativity character crafts.... not a problem. I have all the crafts for the Nativity characters below. So, let's complete the Nativity Scene for Christmas, shall we....]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/12/how-to-make-a-nativity-scene-for-christmas/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/ideas-for-crafty-creative-thanksgiving-kids-table/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/ideas-for-crafty-creative-thanksgiving-kids-table/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:20:19 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=8699 When I was a child I hated sitting at the Thanksgiving Kids' Table. I always felt I was missing what was going on at the adult's table. Well, I found some ideas around the internet that would change any child's idea of the yucky kids' table. Any child would love to sit at any of these crafty and creative Kids' Tables. I am sure you can get some ideas from these for your own kid's table. Don't forget to leave a comment and let me know if you tried any of these ideas or if you came up with your own. Take a picture of your kids' table and leave it in the comments so I can check it out.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/ideas-for-crafty-creative-thanksgiving-kids-table/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/ideas-for-easy-inexpensive-table-decorations-for-thanksgiving/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/ideas-for-easy-inexpensive-table-decorations-for-thanksgiving/#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2011 20:52:10 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=8315 Thanksgiving is coming quickly and every year I'm amazed at the clever ideas people have for decorating their table tops. I was roaming the internet for interesting ideas and I came across quite a few. I was intrigued not only by the creativity, but also the fact that many of them were quite inexpensive to do. I wanted to share a few ideas that I found easy and inexpensive.... so, without further ado.....]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/ideas-for-easy-inexpensive-table-decorations-for-thanksgiving/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-an-indian-village-for-thanksgiving/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-an-indian-village-for-thanksgiving/#comments Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:45:27 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7956 I have a fun craft for you today. Today I'm going to show you how to make an Indian Village perfect for the Holiday season. Thanksgiving is coming quickly and with Thanksgiving comes decorating for the Holiday. This Indian Village would be a great Thanksgiving decoration. Let's do it.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/11/how-to-make-an-indian-village-for-thanksgiving/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/2011/02/how-to-make-a-blarney-stone-craft-for-saint-patricks-day-celebrations/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-blarney-stone-craft-for-saint-patricks-day-celebrations/#comments Tue, 01 Mar 2011 03:23:45 +0000 crissy http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=4742 Blarney Stones are for the luck of the Irish and this Blarney Stone is super simple to make too. St. Patrick's Day is coming up in the middle of March so it is time to star thinking about the arts and crafts projects that you can make to celebrate the grand occasion. Have fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/02/how-to-make-a-blarney-stone-craft-for-saint-patricks-day-celebrations/feed/ 0 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/2011/01/unity-placemat/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/unity-placemat/#comments Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:18:25 +0000 alyssa http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3343 This is a great project to do while thinking about Martin Luther King Jr's famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Specifically the quote "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character." This craft can help remind us that all colors, whether they be the colors on a piece of paper, or the colors of our skin, can work well together and create wonderful things.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/01/unity-placemat/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/make-a-mini-christmas-tree-arts-crafts-project-activity-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/make-a-mini-christmas-tree-arts-crafts-project-activity-for-kids/#comments Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:59:10 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=1512 Christmas is coming up soon so it is time to start decorating the house with your arts and crafts projects and activities. This mini Christmas tree will look great on your window sill, or on the table this Christmas. All you need is some paper, scissors and glue. So get started right now- the instructions follow.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/make-a-mini-christmas-tree-arts-crafts-project-activity-for-kids/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/how-to-make-hanukkah-decorative-candle-craft-for-jewish-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/how-to-make-hanukkah-decorative-candle-craft-for-jewish-kids/#comments Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:33:09 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=1240 Hanukkah starts tonight so forgive me for not putting up some crafts earlier. This arts and crafts project is to learn how to make your own candles to decorate your house as you celebrate Hanukkah . Its fun to make, and totally child- safe!! Have Fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/12/how-to-make-hanukkah-decorative-candle-craft-for-jewish-kids/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/05/make-fish-pen-and-pencil-holder-for-dads-desk-on-fathers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/05/make-fish-pen-and-pencil-holder-for-dads-desk-on-fathers-day/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 03:45:40 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2824 Father's Day is coming up in the middle of June already. Show Dad that he is the Big Fish in your world by making him this fish pencil holder as a gift. He can hold both pens and pencils in this fish. Of course, this can be made as a present for anyone, not just your dad...such as Mom for Mother's Day or for a birthday.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/05/make-fish-pen-and-pencil-holder-for-dads-desk-on-fathers-day/feed/ 17 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-make-flower-vases-with-recycled-plastic-bottles/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-make-flower-vases-with-recycled-plastic-bottles/#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:23:00 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2448 This is a recycling and a Mother's Day Present Arts and Crafts Activity for Kids to Make. Recycling can be your way of taking care of the environment. Here's a great craft activity that makes it really fun to recycle. Make a flower vase out of an old plastic bottle and then put fresh flowers in it for Your Mom.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/how-to-make-flower-vases-with-recycled-plastic-bottles/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-bowls-pottery-hot-plates-with-crepe-paper-streamers/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-bowls-pottery-hot-plates-with-crepe-paper-streamers/#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2010 17:09:49 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2562 This is a really neat arts and crafts project to make a real, usable bowl, hot plates, or other type of pottery from normal crepe paper party streamers. You might even have these hanging around the house already. This would make a great crafts project to make a gift for Mom or Grandma on Mother's Day or for a present for them on their birthdays. Follow the easy directions on this page.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-bowls-pottery-hot-plates-with-crepe-paper-streamers/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-picture-frames-holder-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-picture-frames-holder-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2010 05:23:16 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2551 Here is another gift idea to give to your Grandmother or Mom on Mother's Day. This would also be great for Dads and Grandfathers for Father's Day. Make a picture frame from cardboard and the instructions below. If you are looking for something to give Mother for her desk, a picture holder like the one shown here is certain to please.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-picture-frames-holder-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-flower-holders-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-flower-holders-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2010 02:45:57 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2531 Flowers make a great gift for Moms on Mother's Day...they are beautiful, just like she is, inside and out. How about making a pretty flower holder vase for the flowers that you pick for her (or buy for her). This beautiful flower holder in which you can place real flowers would make an especially nice Easter gift for someone you love.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/04/make-flower-holders-gift-for-mom-on-mothers-day/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-easter-basket-with-flower-petals-paper-folding-craft/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-easter-basket-with-flower-petals-paper-folding-craft/#comments Mon, 29 Mar 2010 02:32:59 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2389 This Easter basket is meant to look like it is made out of flower petals. We have provided a printable paper folding template that you can print out, and then fold up, paste, and make a handle to finish it up. It is pretty and can be used as a decorative table piece or to place flowers or candy in. This is a great craft for boys or girls to celebrate Easter, as well as the April and May season.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/make-easter-basket-with-flower-petals-paper-folding-craft/feed/ 18 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/how-to-make-a-stand-up-easter-bunny-card-for-young-children-preschoolers/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/how-to-make-a-stand-up-easter-bunny-card-for-young-children-preschoolers/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 05:13:49 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=2178 Easter is coming very soon so it is almost time to make your own homemade Easter greeting cards for friends and loved ones. This crafts project is to make a standing Easter Bunny card which even young kids will be able to draw for themselves. This is a fun, and attractive Easter Bunny craft for preschoolers, Kindergarteners, 1st graders, and other young children.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/03/how-to-make-a-stand-up-easter-bunny-card-for-young-children-preschoolers/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/02/easter-napkin-rings-crafts-table-decoration-ideas-for-boys-and-girls/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/02/easter-napkin-rings-crafts-table-decoration-ideas-for-boys-and-girls/#comments Sun, 28 Feb 2010 15:19:45 +0000 andreathatcher http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=212 Children's art may not always have a place on your Easter table, but these simple felt napkin rings in pretty spring colors will complement your decor perfectly.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/02/easter-napkin-rings-crafts-table-decoration-ideas-for-boys-and-girls/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/01/george-washingtons-camp-paper-folding-crafts-model-craft-for-kids-to-make-for-presidents-day/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/01/george-washingtons-camp-paper-folding-crafts-model-craft-for-kids-to-make-for-presidents-day/#comments Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:29:49 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=1853 Presidents Day is coming up on February 15th this year (2010) and I am posting a great project for teachers to do with their classrooms full of students. This is a great group project to celebrate George Washington's birthday. This project includes paper folding and cutting and the use of clay. See below for the instructions to make George Washington's camp.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/01/george-washingtons-camp-paper-folding-crafts-model-craft-for-kids-to-make-for-presidents-day/feed/ 5