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Bean and Seed Crafts

Find many craft projects using a variety of seeds and beans. A very fun medium to work with.

Bean Bag Bear Craft

You can make personalized bean bag bears for everyone you know using a sock and a few other supplies. Just remember, this toy is not for young kids who like to put things in their mouth!

Christmas Tree Balloons Craft

Find out how to make a Christmas tree ornament using a balloon, submitted by Ksenija.

Corn Collage Picture

Instructions to make a collage using popcorn.

Flower Shaker Craft

Find out how to create this unique musical craft that looks like a flower.

Geo Dude or Dudette Craft

Missy explains how to make your own Chia Pet using old nylons.

Giving Thanks Jar Tradition

Jamie Prickett shares her family tradition and how they give thanks each year at the dinner table! A great Thanksgiving craft.

Indian Corn Cob

Instructions to make a cob of Indian Corn out of a toilet tissue roll.

Instant Noise Maker Craft

Follow these directions to make a fast and simple noise maker for any occasion. Depending on the treasures you use to fill your bootle, this noise maker can also double as an 'I Spy' game.

Jewlery Holder

Instructions for making an hand-shaped jewelry and ring holder.

Making Bean Bags

Instructions to make bean bags to play fun games with. Great simple sewing project!

Mardi Gras Noise Maker

Instructions for making a festive, Mardi Gras noise maker out of paper plates.

Math Game

Instructions for making a fun math game using an empty film container, shared by CALKINS2.

Mr. Harry Cup

Submitted by JHoll, this is a great project.

Noise Shaker

See a full color photo of this fun craft!

New Year Noise Maker

Instructions for making New Year Noise Maker out of paper plates.

Noise Shaker

Instructions for making a small noise maker using empty film containers, shared by H. Marie.

Paper Plate Noise Maker Craft

This fun paper plate noise maker craft is a perfect addition to any marching band and makes for a fun craft for a birthday or holiday party.

Popcorn Pictures

Make a picture using popcorn. With a little imagination, the possibilities are endless!

Rice-A-Raca Craft

A&W shares Instructions for making a maraca out of a cardboard toilet tissue roll and rice.

Sock Bean Bag Game

Corrina shares her idea for using socks to make a bean bag game!

Sunflower Craft

Instructions to make a sunflower using a paper plate and real sunflower seeds.

Watermelon Art

Make a slice of watermelon using a paper plate and real watermelon seeds. A fun craft for Summer!

Grow your own Leprechaun

Cindy explains how to make a unique leprechaun complete with growing hair.

Pumpkin Seed Mosaic

A lovely piece of art made using pumpkin seeds.

Napkin Rings

This easy table decorations are made with beans and cardboard rolls.

Wild Turkey

Take a walk in the woods and find nature items to make this Thanksgiving pal.

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