With the warm weather and sunshine we have had lately, I have been thinking about the beach and beach crafts! How about you?

The thought of a beach makes a person think of sand squishing between your toes, ocean waves crashing on the beach, colorful fish darting about, stately looking lighthouses, and so much more. If you are lucky enough to get to a beach, enjoy yourself and don't forget to gather up some beach treasures to make crafts out of. If you can't make it to the beach any time soon, you can still make some fun beach crafts and play in the sprinkler in your own backyard. These crafts are sure to add some creativity to your travels, whether those travels are near or far.
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If you need some help figuring out different craft projects for Sunday school or vacation bible school (VBS), check out these resources. Browse through bible-themed crafts and also a collection of crafts broken down by theme. You can also print out bible related coloring pages.

• Sunday School and VBS Crafts
  These bible related crafts are great for SUnday school lesson planning and would also work well for vacation bible school.

• Curriculum Theme Ideas
  Arranged alphabetically, find a large selection of free craft projects sorted by theme. Make crafts related to everything from animals to transportation.

• Sunday School Coloring Pages
  Find a variety of bible related coloring pages you can print out and use for any occasion.

  If you have a fun Sunday school craft idea, please take a moment to submit it to be published here. If you would like to know when new VBS and Sunday school crafts are Family Crafts Newsletter.

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If you are looking for an almost instant Father's Day gift or activity, check out these free Father's Day printable crafts. You can make everything from cards to coloring books.

• Printable Father's Day Cards
  Treat dad or any special guy to one of printable these Father's Day cards! They are easy to print and make and they are free. You can even make your own envelope using my printable template.

• Free, Printable Father's Day Coupons
  Here are some fun coupons you can print out to give to dad or any other guy for Father's Day! Present your dad with coupons to redeem for everything from a hug to weeding the garden and taking out the trash.

• Printable Award Certificates for Him
  If you are looking for a simple gift yet meaningful gift for Father's Day or any occasion, check out these printable award certificates. You can print out certificates for dad, grandpa, an uncle, and other special guys!

• Father's Day Coloring Pages
  Print out these free Father's Day color pages and create your own holiday coloring book.

• Father's Day Gift/Scrapbook Tag Templates
  Print out and make personalized Gift/Scrapbook Tag for a Father's Day gift or to use as part of a scrapbooking or craft project! They are easy to print and make, and they are free.

Many of these printable crafts would also make great last minute gifts. What are you giving to dad for Father's Day this year?

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If you think origami is too intricate and complicated for kids to enjoy, think again! The videos here will guide you, step-by-step, through the projects listed and have you folding paper like a pro in no time. Everyone will be amazed at how easy origami can be.
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