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Tin Can Lantern
Safety First! Please exercise caution when making any craft projects. Some of the items used may not be suitable for all children to operate. The best cans for tea candles (short stuffy white ones) are the salmon and tuna cans. … [continue reading]
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Walnut Strawberries
You start with a walnut. Then you paint it shiny red. Then you glue tiny pearls all over it like strawberries have those marks seeds. I can’t remember how you make the stem. The end result is really pretty. For … [continue reading]
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Santa Pine Cone
Gather pine cones. Supply cotton or cotton balls, chenille sticks (pipe cleaners), and red, black and white felt scraps, and googly eyes. The bottom of the cone is the top of Santa’s head. The kids can glue red triangles to … [continue reading]
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Yarn Wreath
Safety First! Please exercise caution when making any craft projects. Some of the items used may not be suitable for all children to operate. plastic lid (from coffee can, peanut can, etc.) green yarn red pony beads ribbon glue tape… [continue reading]
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Wreath Craft Ideas
Grapevine Wreath Gather wild grapevines from the woods. Soak them overnight in water to soften them, then shape them into wreaths or even a small manger for a nativity scene. Decorate with ribbons, dried flowers, and moss for a rustic, … [continue reading]
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Snacks
Simple DIY Snack Ideas Originally shared in 1996, this post has been reworked to reflect current context while keeping the focus on simple, homemade snacks that can be adapted to your family’s needs. Easy Homemade Dip Ideas You can make … [continue reading]
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Easy Beaded Bracelet Craft for Kids A Simple Craft
For this one all you need is thin round elastic and beads. You just string them on for a bracelet. You could use different shapes and colors for various results. For example, use red hearts for a Valentine’s Day gift.… [continue reading]












