You light up my life! A fun project for children of nearly any age is decoupage. All you need are some images that you want to apply to your project and some decoupage glue like Mod Podge. You might try decorating a light switch plate with images that match your child’s room. An old glass jar can transform into a candle holder. Decoupage it with tissue paper in various colors. When the glue is dry, you can insert a votive candle and enjoy the glow from the candle and your child’s face.
Wear did you get that? Children love crafts that you can wear. Simple bracelets by braiding yarn and adding beads. Younger children can make colorful bracelets with pipe cleaners strung with pony beads. I have seen several tie dye kits for sale recently, All it really takes is some fabric dye, rubber bands and some creativity.
Set the table for fun! Simple place mats can be made by weaving strips of ribbon in a sheet felt that has been sliced. The ends can be secured with fabric glue. Another fun project is to decorate the outside of plastic tumblers with paint pens. Decorating cookies or cupcakes is always fun. You might try rolling taffy or other chewy candy into thin pieces. Then you can use cookie cutters to cut out flowers and other fun shapes.
Let’s get out there! There is a bounty of crafts that begin or end out doors. Simple bird feeders can be made using either pine cones or toilet paper rolls that are coated in peanut butter and then rolled in bird seed. An ocean or river can be made in a jar. If you live near the ocean, collect some shells. Near a river you could collect rocks. In a clear glass jar that has a tight fitting lid add your items, ½ cup of vegetable oil blue food coloring and water. Parents can seal the lid with hot glue and the lid. Slightly shaking the jar is a water wonderful fun.
Love fun crafts! It’s a great way to spend time with the kids while getting creative too!