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-mini-pumpkins-from-oranges/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-mini-pumpkins-from-oranges/#comments Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:03:59 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7494 I have a cute little craft for you today. I'm going to show you how to make Mini Pumpkins out of oranges. They come out looking adorable and they will be a great Halloween decoration. These Mini Pumpkins are a great craft for all ages.... even the youngest of kids. No knife needed.... just a simple sharpie. So, make a few and have fun decorating for Halloween.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-mini-pumpkins-from-oranges/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-mini-ghosts-with-sheets/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-mini-ghosts-with-sheets/#comments Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:50:53 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7477 Halloween is just about here and you know what Halloween brings? A night filled with tons and tons of ghosts. But, who says ghosts have to be just on the outside in the dark. Why couldn't the inside of your house be filled with ghosts? Well, you can. Today I'm going to show you how to make Mini Ghosts with sheets. Why not make a bunch and fill your house with Ghost decorations perfect for the Halloween season. SPOOKY!!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-mini-ghosts-with-sheets/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-spider-web-magnet/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-spider-web-magnet/#comments Sun, 23 Oct 2011 22:00:18 +0000 Laura http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7091 What item in your kitchen is seen most often by family members and company? Your refrigerator, of course. So, why not decorate your refrigerator too for Halloween. Today I'm going to show you how to make a Spider Web magnet perfect for the Halloween season.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-spider-web-magnet/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-pretend-witch-legs-for-halloween/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-pretend-witch-legs-for-halloween/#comments Sun, 23 Oct 2011 18:38:46 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7291 One of my favorite movies as a young child was the Wizard of Oz. There was one part of the movie that I couldn't wait for each time I saw it... when Dorothy's house fell on top of the wicked witch and all that was showing was the witch's legs. Well, I'm going to show you how to do that too without actually having to drop your house on a witch. We are going to make pretend witch legs for Halloween. Set them outside your home as if your house fell on a witch.... Now, THAT'S an awesome Halloween Decoration.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-pretend-witch-legs-for-halloween/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-standing-ghosts-for-halloween/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-standing-ghosts-for-halloween/#comments Sun, 23 Oct 2011 13:36:36 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7280 I have a craft that kids will love to make. It's a Standing Ghosts craft and it is perfect for Halloween. The craft is easy enough that in no time you could have several of these ghosts made..... ideal for decorating the House for Halloween.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-standing-ghosts-for-halloween/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-squash-ghost-decoration-for-halloween/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-squash-ghost-decoration-for-halloween/#comments Sat, 22 Oct 2011 21:40:05 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7217 If you are looking for a Halloween craft that is easy to do, doesn't need much materials and is a great decoration.... then I have the perfect Halloween craft for you. In this post I will show you how to make a Squash Ghost Decoration for Halloween. And, as promised it doesn't need many materials to make.... just a nice squash and some white and black paint. That's it!!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-squash-ghost-decoration-for-halloween/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-q-tip-skeletons/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-q-tip-skeletons/#comments Sat, 22 Oct 2011 15:36:31 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7177 I have a scary little craft for you today. I am going to show you how to make a Skeleton out of Q-Tips. This craft will be an awesome Halloween decoration this season and the kids will love to make it. It's not difficult, but comes out looking super creative and it's a lot of fun.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-q-tip-skeletons/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-standing-witches-for-halloween/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-standing-witches-for-halloween/#comments Sat, 22 Oct 2011 12:55:23 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=7154 Today we are going to be making Standing Witches for Halloween. You can choose to either use the printable template and cardstock to make this item. Or, if you want the craft to be a little more difficult you can such items as yarn, sticks, construction paper and straw to make the Standing Witch from scratch. The choice is your own.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-standing-witches-for-halloween/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-bats-mobile-for-halloween/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-bats-mobile-for-halloween/#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:02:40 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6891 Bats come out at night..... and Halloween is no exception. Why not totally spook out your house by adding this creative Bats Mobile decoration inside this Halloween. Or, better yet.... have your child make a few of these mobile crafts and they can fill their bedroom with these spooky Halloween creatures.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-bats-mobile-for-halloween/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-skull-mummy-figure/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-skull-mummy-figure/#comments Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:46:26 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6621 Today I'm going to show you how to make a Halloween Skull Mummy Figure with movable arms and legs. This Skull Mummy is super creepy and totally perfect for Halloween. Made with pipe cleaners and bandage tape your child is going to love putting together this creative Halloween Skull Mummy Figure.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-skull-mummy-figure/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-juice-box-vampire-bat/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-juice-box-vampire-bat/#comments Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:44:17 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6600 Vampire Bats are SPOOKY!! And, this Vampire Bat is no exception. In this post I'm going to show you how to make a Vampire Bat out of a juice box. In just a few steps you can make this fun and festive juice box Vampire Bat.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-juice-box-vampire-bat/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-paper-pumpkins-for-halloween/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-paper-pumpkins-for-halloween/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:50:14 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6579 It is a simple fact.... Halloween just wouldn't be Halloween without Pumpkins. In this post I will show you a creative and easy way to make three dimensional paper pumpkins perfect for Halloween. Why not make a few and let you kids help decorate the house for Halloween. They will love it!!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-paper-pumpkins-for-halloween/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-spider-on-his-web/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-spider-on-his-web/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 22:58:57 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6363 I don't know about you, but when I think of Halloween there are a few spooky characters I think of. I think of witches, ghosts, skulls an of course the spider. I just find spiders very scary. In this post you will learn how to make a Halloween spider on his web perfect for decorating and displaying with your other Halloween paraphernalia. On lookers will love it!!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-spider-on-his-web/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-opening-and-closing-halloween-skulls/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-opening-and-closing-halloween-skulls/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:07:04 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6323 It's time for a very spooky craft. We are about to make an opening and closing Halloween skull. Halloween skulls are scary, but can be a little boring. These clever Halloween skulls are different because they actually move.... and they are easy to make.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-opening-and-closing-halloween-skulls/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-bean-bag-balloon-pumpkin/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-bean-bag-balloon-pumpkin/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:14:56 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6289 If you are looking for new Halloween decorations to put around the house, but are finding the same Halloween decorations at the store as every other year..... I have the perfect Halloween decoration craft for you. Here I will show you how to make a Halloween bean bag balloon pumpkin perfect for this Halloween season.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-bean-bag-balloon-pumpkin/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/halloween-spooky-ghostly-rattle-noise-maker-house-decoration-craft/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/halloween-spooky-ghostly-rattle-noise-maker-house-decoration-craft/#comments Sun, 22 Aug 2010 19:27:52 +0000 admin http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=3002 This is a fun arts and crafts project to use to scare Trick-or-Treaters when they get to your house. Hide behind a bush or something and pull the string to make a spooky, ghostly chains type of rattle every time a new visitor comes to your house. This can also be used to announce a new guest arrival to a Halloween party or to a Haunted House Party.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2010/08/halloween-spooky-ghostly-rattle-noise-maker-house-decoration-craft/feed/ 1 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