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Written by: Jyl Johnson Pattee
Growing up, we never would have thought of duct tape kids crafts. Duct tape was something my dad used for taping pipes, fixing holes in tents, keeping the TV antenna in place, or repairing auto parts. Fast forward a few years and now you’ve got duct tape in a variety of colors and patterns, making it perfect for arts, crafts, and projects galore.
Duct Tape Kids Crafts Develop Imagination
What I like most about duct tape kids crafts …
Teacher Appreciation Gift: Painted Photo ToteHey, friends! I’m Amy, aka One Artsy Mama, and I’m thrilled to be here at Mom It Forward today to share a special project idea with you. We all know that Mother’s Day is right around the corner {holla!}, but did you know that Teacher Appreciation Week is May …
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo With “Musical Maracas” Kid CraftI’m always looking for fun activities to do with my kidlets. Making crafts is fun because it’s a way for us to spend some one-on-one time together, talk about life/school/friends, be silly, and laugh together. There are also hidden benefits of crafting with children. It teaches children how to follow…
Earth Day Recycle Craft: Tin Can Wind ChimesWant a fun Earth Day craft to do with your kids? What a better way to teach them about Earth Day than how to recycle? Making tin can wind chimes can be fun and good for the environment….
First, be sure to choose three or four cans that vary
Kiwi Crate – Earth Day Crafting Fun!Recently we received a craft box from Kiwi Crate to try out. What a treat! When we got the box, my daughter and I were so excited to open it right away. We love to be creative and to have a box show up that has an activity planned for…
Kids Crafts: Make a Pet LadybugYour kids will love creating their own paper pet ladybug this Spring — think of it as a VERY low-maintenance pet! Made from basic craft supplies that you might even have on hand, this project is simple and fun.
Download our free ladybug template…, print and cut out a
Kids Craft: Decorating Easter EggsEvery year I like to create fun memories by decorating Easter eggs with my kids. This year I started a new tradition of not using the usual dye kit and instead came up with my own. It was a huge hit with all of my 5 kids who range in…
Spring Craft: Colorful May Day BasketsRight about now I bet we are all thinking about spring. And thanks to the Groundhog (he didn’t see his shadow so this means an early spring!), we don’t have to wait much longer! What comes to mind when I think of spring (besides tulips and flip flops!) is …
Kids Craft: How to Make a Paper Spring Flower CollageOften, the easiest and most inexpensive kids crafts projects are those that toddlers and preschool-aged children love the most. Bright colors, stickers, and flowers are the perfect combination for a fun Spring project!
How to Make a Paper Spring Flower Collage
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Kids Crafts: 3 Fun Crafts for St. Patrick’s DaySt. Patrick’s Day is all about celebrating Irish culture, and what is more Irish than green, gold, rainbows, and potatoes? These three fun kids crafts can be a little messy but are also tons of fun!
3 Fun Kids Crafts for St. Patrick’s Day
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