projects for kids Archive

  • Pumpkin with interchangeable face made from metal cannister.

    Pumpkin with interchangeable face made from metal cannister.

    I had a cookie cutter cannister that was old and rusted so I decided to paint it and create a Halloween toy for my 5 year old grandson. I made different face shapes so that he can create many different ones. He played [...]

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  • Halloween flags with fabric photos of your kids in previous Halloween costumes.

    Halloween flags with fabric photos of your kids in previous Halloween costumes.

    This is a fun project that allows you to look back on your kids previous Halloween costumes and decorate your house at the same time.  It’s easy to do with fabric, trim, and photo fabric sheets that work in your printer. You can easily add to [...]

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  • Lemonade stand in a bag.

    Lemonade stand in a bag.

    This lemonade stand is designed to be taken apart and placed in a bag so that it is completely portable. It’s made from pvc pipe and is easy to make with just basic skills.  A lemonade stand is a great way to help your children [...]

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  • Firefly jars

    Firefly jars

    Video Tutorial Step By Step Direction – With Pictures My childhood was filled with fun summer nights spent chasing fireflies and putting them in jars. I would fall asleep watching them flicker then set them free in the morning. Now that I have grandkids I [...]

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  • Magnetic words tin made from Altoids can.

    Magnetic words tin made from Altoids can.

    This project is a great one to do with kids.  You can let them help you sand the tin and then type in the words you want to use on your computer.   You can also print up some clip art for even more fun.  This is [...]

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  • Handprint potholders for your kitchen or to give as a gift.

    Handprint potholders for your kitchen or to give as a gift.

    This project makes a great gift for grandparents, aunts and uncles, or anyone who loves your kids!  I made these when my kids were little and now I’m making them with my grandchildrens handprints.  You can use this same idea on aprons, dish towels, tablecloths, [...]

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  • Chalkboard placemats with pocket for chalk.

    Chalkboard placemats with pocket for chalk.

      This project  is fun and easy and one that the kids will have a lot of fun with.  It requires some canvas  (which can be purchased at any fabric store) and some chalkboard paint.  Materials: 1 yard of canvas chalkboard paint   Step 1.  Cut out  a piece of canvas measuring 22 [...]

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