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/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/2011/10/how-to-make-a-skull-flashlight-cover/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-skull-flashlight-cover/#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:29:27 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6847 Today I'm going to show you how to make a Skull Flashlight Cover. This Flashlight Cover is very spooky... perfect for carrying around this Halloween season. It's a simple craft made from a flashlight and paper bag. But, don't let its simplicity fool you.... the outcome is a flashlight cover worthy of being carried around during Trick or Treat for all to see.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-skull-flashlight-cover/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-scarecrow-flashlight-cover/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-scarecrow-flashlight-cover/#comments Thu, 20 Oct 2011 22:40:04 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6785 I have yet another Flashlight Cover craft to show you how to make. It's a Scarecrow Flashlight Cover and it is a cute one!! This Scarecrow Flashlight will be perfect to carry around on Halloween while trick or treating so that cars will know you are there in the dark. No child should be walking around in the dark without some sort of lit item..... so this flashlight cover craft is perfect.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-scarecrow-flashlight-cover/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-boo-ghost-flashlight-cover/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-boo-ghost-flashlight-cover/#comments Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:51:54 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6717 It's important for children to carry some sort of lighted object when trick or treating on Halloween. But, more often than not all the kids are wearing or carrying the same lighted object as everybody else. That's no fun. How about making one of your very own that no one else will be carrying. In this post I will show to how to make a "Boo" Ghost Flashlight Cover for an everyday flashlight that you have at home. Now, THAT'S creative!!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-boo-ghost-flashlight-cover/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-frankenstein-flashlight-cover/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-frankenstein-flashlight-cover/#comments Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:14:07 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6689 Trick or Treat is right around the corner. The kids are super excited about it and just can't wait to get out at night and celebrate Halloween with tons of Trick or Treating. But, before the kids step out the door make sure they have a flashlight in hand to help them not only see, but be seen by cars. Today I will show you how to make your very own Frankenstein Flashlight Cover perfect for this Halloween.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-frankenstein-flashlight-cover/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-skull-trick-or-treat-basket/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-skull-trick-or-treat-basket/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:41:35 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6559 Today I will show you how to make a skull trick or treat basket. This Halloween basket will be perfect for any child who plans on wearing any scary costume. Imagine all the cool comments your child will get for this very creative and imaginative Halloween Basket. Your child will love telling anyone who asks that they made the basket themselves. How cool is that?!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-skull-trick-or-treat-basket/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-mummy-trick-or-treat-basket/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-mummy-trick-or-treat-basket/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:37:51 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6532 You know how much thought goes into your child's costume!! But, sometimes the treat basket is an afterthought. I know.... I use to carry my Halloween candy in a pillow case. But, imagine how cute your child will look carrying this Mummy Trick or Treat Basket. And, chances are no one else will have the exact basket. Today I will show you how to make your very own Mummy trick or treat basket.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-mummy-trick-or-treat-basket/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-frankenstein-trick-or-treat-basket/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-frankenstein-trick-or-treat-basket/#comments Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:37:28 +0000 Shana http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=6510 Halloween is coming up and what do the kids love about Halloween more than anything?! Trick or Treating, of course. Today we will be making a Frankenstein Trick or Treat Basket perfect for collecting candy. Made from a simple green bucket this Trick or Treat basket will be a huge hit this Halloween season.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2011/10/how-to-make-a-frankenstein-trick-or-treat-basket/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-napkin-rings-for-spooky-table-decorations-crafts-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-napkin-rings-for-spooky-table-decorations-crafts-for-kids/#comments Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:47:19 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=791 Are you looking forward to a special dinner at Halloween? Make some Spooky Spider Napkin rings to " dress up" your table. This is a very easy craft to make for Spooky Halloween Table Decorations with Spiders. Instructions are below.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-halloween-napkin-rings-for-spooky-table-decorations-crafts-for-kids/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-spooky-spidery-halloween-card-with-easy-painting-technique/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-spooky-spidery-halloween-card-with-easy-painting-technique/#comments Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:42:06 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=762 Here's an interesting card you can make for Halloween. And the best part is that its really fun to do. Lets learn a new technique called blow painting. This unique Halloween Party Invitation or Happy Halloween card is easy to make and your friends and family will remember it for a long time. The easy arts and crafts instructions for making this Creepy / Spooky Spider Halloween Party Invitation or Greeting Card can be found below.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-spooky-spidery-halloween-card-with-easy-painting-technique/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/make-halloween-jack-o-lantern-candle-holder-with-an-old-teacup-craft-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/make-halloween-jack-o-lantern-candle-holder-with-an-old-teacup-craft-for-kids/#comments Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:57:23 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=847 Here is an easy to make, pretty Halloween Jack-o-Lantern candle holder that can brighten up your home this Halloween. This is a very easy craft to make from an old teacup. Instructions are below.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/make-halloween-jack-o-lantern-candle-holder-with-an-old-teacup-craft-for-kids/feed/ 2 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/make-a-halloween-pumpkin-tree-craft-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/make-a-halloween-pumpkin-tree-craft-for-kids/#comments Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:39:11 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=820 This Halloween tree will add a nice touch to your living room. And you don't even have to throw it away when Halloween is over. You can just remove the pumpkins and add stars and you'll have a Christmas tree.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/make-a-halloween-pumpkin-tree-craft-for-kids/feed/ 0 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-skeleton-bones-necklace-craft-for-kids/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-skeleton-bones-necklace-craft-for-kids/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:56:17 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=746 Have you decided what you're gonna wear for Halloween? Here's an interesting scary jewelry accessory you can add to your costume. Learn to make this easy-to-make skeleton bone necklace with just tissue and colored paper. This spooky necklace is easy to make, as well as cool to look at and you can make it with just a few easy steps (as follows). Enjoy!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-halloween-skeleton-bones-necklace-craft-for-kids/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-ghost-halloween-party-invitation-or-greeting-card-craft-for-kids1/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-ghost-halloween-party-invitation-or-greeting-card-craft-for-kids1/#comments Sat, 17 Oct 2009 04:22:21 +0000 Sharon David http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=771 This friendly ghost will say "Boo" to scare your friends this Halloween. This unique Halloween Party Invitation or Happy Halloween card is easy to make and your friends and family will remember it for a long time. The easy arts and crafts instructions for making this Scary Ghost Halloween Party Invitation or Greeting Card can be found below.]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-a-ghost-halloween-party-invitation-or-greeting-card-craft-for-kids1/feed/ 1 http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-creepy-halloween-eyeballs-ive-got-my-eye-on-you/ http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-creepy-halloween-eyeballs-ive-got-my-eye-on-you/#comments Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:26:49 +0000 carlyogborne http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/?p=726 Cobwebs and spiders are okay, but if you're looking for really scary Halloween decorations, try leaving some of these eyeballs around the place! Today we will be making these creepy eyeballs that will gross all of your friends out. The easy arts and crafts instructions for making these gross eyeballs can be found below. Have fun!]]> http://www.artistshelpingchildren.org/kidscraftsactivitiesblog/2009/10/how-to-make-creepy-halloween-eyeballs-ive-got-my-eye-on-you/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