© by Noreen Doll. This fun paper plate Easter wreath is so easy a toddler can make it with a bit of help from an adult. The key is to prepare all the materials ahead of time so that your toddler can get busy creating and not have to wait for you to get ready. Use a large piece of plastic (an old tablecloth or shower curtain - see Kids Craft Tips) or a sheet of … [Read more...] about Paper Plate Easter Wreath
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Origami Basket
By Noreen Doll. This origami basket is actually like one half of an origami box with a lid. And you can make it in almost any size you want. Do a few simple folds, a couple of snips with scissors and add a handle. An origami basket would be perfect to make for a kid's party where you need to make a lot of them for favors. And here's a way to make your … [Read more...] about Origami Basket
Gift Box from a Cereal Box
by Noreen Doll. I love to make a gift box from a cereal box. It's one of my favorite kinds of boxes for gift wrapping. One of the things I like about cereal boxes is that they come in many different sizes and can be used to package all kinds of items. After you've used them, you don't have to store them. You can recycle them or use them again for paper … [Read more...] about Gift Box from a Cereal Box
Bath Pouf Bunny
by Noreen Doll. A bath pouf bunny makes a great Easter craft. It's easy to create and cute when it's finished. I used 2 smallish white bath poufs I found at the Dollar Store, but you could use one large one instead. What You Need 1 or 2 White Bath Poufs Craft Foam or Felt - scraps of white and pink 2 Wiggly Eyes Pink Pompom Hot Glue - If you're doing … [Read more...] about Bath Pouf Bunny
Garland Bunny
by Noreen Doll. This funky looking garland bunny makes a cute addition to an Easter holiday table, or an Easter basket full of goodies. The garland and styrofoam balls came from Dollar Tree and were quite cheap. Older kids can help with the assembly and will have great ideas for using him. What You Need White Garland Styrofoam Balls: 2 inch, 3 inch, and a … [Read more...] about Garland Bunny
Garland Chick
by Noreen Doll. Craft an easy garland chick that has lots of personality. This fun chick can sit on your Easter table or guard the goodies in an Easter basket. I found the garland and the styrofoam balls at Dollar Tree, so they were very inexpensive. What You Need Yellow Garland Styrofoam Balls in 2 inch and 3 inch sizes Craft Foam Scraps - Orange … [Read more...] about Garland Chick
Easter Egg Busy Bag
by Noreen Doll. Create a cheap fun Easter egg busy bag for your toddler or preschooler. You need a small piece of felt, and some ribbon or paper scraps. This fun Easter egg busy bag will happily occupy your youngster. It's a great activity to use when you're busy with your Easter holiday preparations, and the kids can decorate the egg over and over. What You … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Busy Bag
Paper Egg Ornament
by Noreen Doll. Use your paper scraps to make this paper egg ornament for a fun Easter decoration. It can be made in any size. Tape or glue the egg shapes together and add a ribbon for hanging. You can make several eggs quickly and easily, and they can be folded flat and put in an envelope for mailing. It would make a fun little gift to send a grandchild. You … [Read more...] about Paper Egg Ornament
Paper Plate Pop Up Chicks
by Noreen Doll. Create a very easy paper plate pop up chick with just a few materials. Toddlers can easily make this chick, which would be a great classroom party project. What You Need Paper Plate Yellow Markers or Crayons Tissue Paper Black and Orange Craft Foam , Felt, or Card Stock Scissors Glue or Double Sided Tape What You Do 1. Turn … [Read more...] about Paper Plate Pop Up Chicks
Easy Paper Basket
by Noreen Doll. Craft this easy paper basket for Easter favors or a kid's party. This quick and easy basket only needs a square of paper, plus a strip for the handle, and some brads to attach the handle. It's a great project to do with your kids, or for a class party craft. There are also a few variations you can use so all the baskets aren't exactly … [Read more...] about Easy Paper Basket
Bath Pouf Chick
by Noreen Doll. Create a sweet bath pouf chick for a quick and easy Easter decoration. This fat yellow bath pouf is perfect for making a soft, fluffy looking chick. And it is so easy to cut out a few parts to make his features. I had to look a couple of places to find a yellow pouf, but finally located this one in Walmart for $1.00. What You Need Yellow Bath … [Read more...] about Bath Pouf Chick
