Here’s a fun, easy gift idea that even toddlers can make. Mom, Dad, or Grandparents will love having something made by their little one. And it’s perfect for hot weather. Older kids can get in on the act, too, and create their own masterpiece. Materials Small Cutting Board with Handle (I found mine at Dollar Tree) Sticker Book or Sheet Full … [Read more...] about Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan
Gifts Kids Can Make
Hot Wheels Necklace
By Noreen Doll. Little boys love cars! They seem to start finding cars fascinating before they can even walk. A Hot Wheels Necklace is very quick and easy, and would be loved by most little boys. It would be a fun stocking stuffer or a great party favor. Just be sure the kids who receive them are old enough to safely wear something around their … [Read more...] about Hot Wheels Necklace
Pot Holder Notepad Pocket
A Pot Holder Notepad Pocket is handy to hang on the refrigerator so you'll always have pen and paper handy. It's quick and easy to make, and could be a great gift idea for kids to make for Grandma or a teacher. I found the pot holder at the Dollar Store, so it's easy to make a few notepad pockets inexpensively. Supplies. Pot Holder with a … [Read more...] about Pot Holder Notepad Pocket
Poseable Gingerbread Man
By Noreen Doll. Create this delightful poseable gingerbread man to entertain little ones. It's easy to make and fun to play with. It would be a perfect stocking stuffer or small gift at a party. Kids can even make them as a party activity. Supplies. Brown Craft Foam Buttons 4 Brads White Paint Pen (optional) Small piece of … [Read more...] about Poseable Gingerbread Man
Snowflake Candle
By Noreen Doll. Because it's made with a flameless candle, a snowflake candle could be an easy project for kids or preschoolers. It would be a great craft for a kids class party, and a nice take home gift. Or it could be a fun project to make for a nursing home resident. Here is the candle I found in the Dollar Store. And I used these foam stickers, which … [Read more...] about Snowflake Candle
DIY Adhesive Magnets
By Noreen Doll. DIY adhesive magnets are quick and easy to make and fun for kids to use. You can use up scraps of paper with cute pictures. They are great party favors, or a great party craft for kids to make at a Halloween gathering. They are so quick and cheap to make, that they would be perfect "trick or treat" hand outs. And they would also be … [Read more...] about DIY Adhesive Magnets
Christmas Tree Candle
By Noreen Doll. A Christmas tree candle is a great kid craft. Use a bag of foam Christmas tree stickers or cut out your own Christmas trees. Or you could use felt or paper trees for this project. The flameless candles you can find in the Dollar Store are perfect for kids to use. Materials. Flameless Candle Christmas Tree Stickers or … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Candle
Sewing Cards from Greeting Cards
By Noreen Doll. Sewing cards from greeting cards are easy to make and fun for kids to use. To make these, you can use your old Christmas or birthday cards, and shoe laces you can find at the Dollar Store. Look for pictures that will interest and delight children, such as animals, snowmen, or Santa, and that are bright and colorful. A fun gift for a … [Read more...] about Sewing Cards from Greeting Cards
Lasting Valentine Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun Valentine bouquet your kids can create. It would make a great gift for Grandma, or a friend or neighbor. I used a 7 ounce size diced chili can for this project, but you could use any size you like. I was going to paint the can silver, but decided that since it was already a nice shiny silver, I would just use it like it was. You could … [Read more...] about Lasting Valentine Bouquet
Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
By Noreen Doll. Little girls will love wearing a stretchy Valentine heart bracelet. It is easily made with foam heart stickers and hair elastics. And they are very cheap to make. It could be a fun project to make with your little girl, or one she can make them with her friends. (With a little help from you.) You can make stretchy Valentine heart bracelets in … [Read more...] about Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
Valentine Heart Candle
By Noreen Doll. Stick conversation hearts on a candle to make a fun Valentine heart candle. Conversation hearts have always been a fun part of Valentine's Day, even though the sayings on them have changed over the years. You can make a cute candle by attaching these hearts and adding a ribbon. This would be a great classroom project for kids to make. I found … [Read more...] about Valentine Heart Candle
Stretchy Shrinky Bracelet
By Noreen Doll. Little girls will love making their own stretchy shrinky bracelet. They can use their own designs or trace a picture from a coloring book or story book. It would make a great birthday party activity, or a little girl could make them for her friends. Materials Shrink Plastic Sharpies or Colored Pencils Hair Elastics - large enough … [Read more...] about Stretchy Shrinky Bracelet
