Thrifty Craft Supplies That Spark Imagination

By: Andrea BullockA healthy stash of craft supplies can make the rainiest of days seem sunny summer play days for kids of all ages. Yes, the big kids in the world enjoy doing all manner of crafts as well. The problem is that craft supplies do not necessarily run on the cheap side. If consumers aren't careful the price tag for that sunshine in a craft box can add up quickly. A few great craft supplies that are small on budget and big on fun Old ButtonsChildren grow out of clothes fast. Adults outgrow clothes over time in a way no adult cares to face in the mirror. Clothes get ruined, go out of style, shrink (wink, wink), and sometimes do not look as good in the mirror as they did on the hanger. Many of these clothes hit the garbage pile without a second glance-buttons still attached.But, take a few seconds to make a snip here and there with a pair of scissors and those buttons can become eyes for mismatched sock puppets, noses for hapless snowmen in winter months, or even … [Read more...]





How to Make a Creative Paper Plate Sculpture

By: Andrea BullockLooking for a great craft to get those creative juices flowing? How about something to keep the kids occupied on a rainy Saturday? There are many great crafts that children of all ages can do and enjoy.This sculpture requires no major skills to create but some supervision is recommended for little hands. The aluminum foil can cut tiny (and not so tiny) fingers and no one wants a huge mess with glue. Otherwise this is a project that is suitable for a wide range of interests and ages.Some items may require a hot glue gun in order to properly adhere. Small children should always be supervised when using a hot glue gun though it is possible to limit the project supplies to those that can be used with regular glue alone to reduce risks.Supplies:Paper plates (stiff or Styrofoam plates work best for this particular project) Glue Popsicle sticks Odds and ends (the goal here is to find small things that have shape to provide a 3 dimensional quality … [Read more...]