I love upcycled crafts. This one is from Crafts by Amanda, our very own Home and Garden Editor!! She shows you how to make 2 different versions of this fun bracelet.
All Things Apples…
Frugal Family Fun Blog has a great post about Back to School…she includes an amazing recipe for homemade granola bars, as well as an apple lunchbag craft and apple printed book covers. Can she be my mom?
Back to School Waterbottle Download
Someday Crafts has posted such a cute idea for waterbottle labels…plus, she’s giving it to you! Download by Joy in The Little Things.… Read More ...
Back to School Notebook
I love this Pipe Cleaner Notebook! What kid wouldn’t want to take notes and write essays in it? Head on over to Craft Tutorials to find out how simple this craft is.… Read More ...
Back to School Kids Craft
No Time for Flash Cards shows a great craft to teach about lacing. Not to mention that it would be a great APPLE to bring to your teacher on the first day of school!
Flag Craft w/ Business Cards
I love this idea because it blends the perfect amount of education and learning with craft!! Head on over to Gorgeous Karma to find out why countries fly flags, and then show your child how to make them using old … Read More ...
No-Sew Pencil Case
This tutorial is perfect for back-to-school organization! The materials are simple, and even the kids can get involved! Head over to Craft Jr to make one!
Wax Paper Mobiles
Creative Jewish Mom shows just how creative you can be with wax paper. Almost every kitchen has this product on hand, and while the weather is still warm, why not make one to hang on your patio?
Life Size Board Game
The educational options are endless, head on over to Craft and find a great How To for a Life-size Board Game… She used carpet samples, but you could probably find something in your house to create one tomorrow!! Let’s all … Read More ...
Kids Homemade Magazine
Craftzine.com shows you many ideas for how you can have your child make their own magazines. My favorite is making a magazine for each letter. What a great learning tool!
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Garden Snake Sign
This would be a great craft for any lesson plan about snakes too! Check out Plaid Kids Crafts for the project how to! The use it as a sign for a garden, but this idea has so many possibilities!
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Fabric and Polymer Clay Craft for Kids
Creative Jewish Mom has incorporated two mediums for this children’s craft. Children can really get creative when using different patterns of fabric while also molding their own creations out of the Fimo clay.
Cookie Monster and Elmo Hats
Heading out on a hot summer day? Why not make one of these hats for your children so they are protected and stylish! Check out Crafts by Amanda for more fun ideas and crafts!
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Teen Craft- Pom Pom Necklace
I Love To Create Blog has another great Teen Craft by Margot Potter. This craft is perfect for those bright colored summer clothing! Head out to get your pom poms now!
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Fabric Wall Art- Turn into Play Blocks
This craft is the perfect mix of artistry and functionality. Artwork that turns into a children’s stackable blocks…the kids can even help make this beautiful piece of art! Head on over to Sew, Mama, Sew! for the fabulous tutorial.