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
Preschool
Bunny Money Hugs
By Noreen Doll. Bunny Money Hugs is a fun way to give a gift of cash. This bunny holds tight to the money! It really can by used any time, but would be especially fun at Easter. The bunny is cute and easy to make, and requires few supplies, especially if you decide to draw the features on. Supplies. White Craft Foam Markers: Black and … [Read more...] about Bunny Money Hugs
Money Gift in a Paper Frame
By Noreen Doll. Frame your favorite president's face to make a clever money gift in a paper frame. I presented this gift with a tag that said, "I thought you might like to have a photo of Ulysses S. Grant." Of course, you would use the name of whatever president was on the money. The frame is easy to make, and if you need several, do them in assembly line fashion … [Read more...] about Money Gift in a Paper Frame
Kicky Chickie Finger Puppet
By Noeen Doll. This Kicky Chickie Finger Puppet would be perfect for a toddler to play with, or just to entertain one. The chick's legs are created by the fingers the wearer sticks through the holes at the bottom of the puppet, and they are easy and fun for a small child to use. The chicks are so fast and easy to make, you can do several very … [Read more...] about Kicky Chickie Finger Puppet
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
Milk Jug Toss Game
By Noreen Doll. Create a simple milk jug toss game that will keep little ones happily occupied. Preschoolers can play by themselves to see how many pompoms they can throw in through the mouth. Or they can play with friends to see who can throw the most pompoms in. Older kids can use it, too. Just make the mouth smaller and have them stand farther away. Even … [Read more...] about Milk Jug Toss Game
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
Bunny Money
By Noreen Doll. Fold some delightful bunny money to give a gift of money in a creative way. Dollar bill origami is easy and fun, so give this origami rabbit a try! This is a wonderful idea for an Easter basket, or to give older kids who feel they are too old for Easter baskets. And it would make great Easter party favors. Or show kids how to fold bunny money as … [Read more...] about Bunny Money
Christmas Charm Bracelet for a Little Girl
By Noreen Doll. Create a quick and easy Christmas charm bracelet for a little girl. This would make a great stocking stuffer, or a fun party favor for a little girl's party. Materials 4 - 1 inch Cardboard Squares 8 - 1 inch Colored Card Stock or Paper Squares 4 Stickers Jump Rings Clasp for Bracelet Mod Podge Glitter (optional) Clear … [Read more...] about Christmas Charm Bracelet for a Little Girl
Frugal Gifts for Kids
You can make lots of frugal gifts for kids because it is so easy to find ideas for presents they like. You can make toys, games, clothes, and even books for them. Kids love to dress up, or pretend to be someone else. A great gift is a box full of dress-up items such as capes, cloaks, wigs, jewelry, disguises and accessories. They also love to do crafts, so a craft kit … [Read more...] about Frugal Gifts for Kids
Little Girls Jewelry
Use these easy ideas for making little girls jewelry. Little girls love to wear jewelry, whether it's their own or their Mother's borrowed finery. You can make Shrinky charms for bracelets, necklaces, or earrings in any shape your little girl would love. Use coloring books, cards, or find printable graphics on line for ideas. Craft foam stickers may be … [Read more...] about Little Girls Jewelry
Dolls and Dollhouses
Dolls and dollhouses are favorite toys of little girls. Look here for ideas for easy dolls, accessories, furniture and dollhouse ideas. Creating dolls and dollhouses can be great fun for parents and their little girls. Doll Furniture Soft Baby Doll Carrier Stitch this basket shaped soft baby doll carrier. Kids Doll Bed Make this clever kids doll bed using a … [Read more...] about Dolls and Dollhouses
