Chenille Stem (Pipe Cleaner) Craft Projects

Instructions for making simple ornaments using acorn and paint, submitted by Norma in Kentucky.

Instructions for making a headband that looks like antannae.

Instructions for making an apple shaped magnet complete with a worm!

Follow these free instructions, submitted by Cami, for making a cool basketball hoop craft that is a game you can play once it is done.

Make these magnets for your own refrigerator, a school locker, or to give as gifts!

Follow these directions and use a bottle cap and chenille stem to make a magnet that looks like a pumpkin.

Bowl Tambourine Craft

Instructions for making a necklace that is also a container that holds your bubble soap and wand.

Follow these instructions and make a variety of finger puppet bugs. Why not make one for each finger.

Heidi from Arizona shared the directions for making this fun bug craft. She says that her Girl Scouts loved making these!

Lorrie Tannahill tells how you can create this easy costume.

Follow these instructions and you can make a a bunny shaped easter basket using a paper plate.

Instructions to make a puppet that looks like a bee sitting on a flower.

Make a Butterfly-shaped necklace using a clothespin.

Make a Valentine's Day card that looks like a butterfly.

Instructions to make a Pokemon Butterfree character craft.

Find out how to make a tiny reindeer using a candy cane, shared by Reginald.

Bear shares instructions for making a fun caterpillar using a sock!

This is a fun and simple activity that can even be at snack time! Just let the kids keep threading the cereal onto the chenille stems until they get bored, and then they can eat them.

I love sunflowers so that is what inspired this craft. You can use these directions to make a nice collection of flowers of many shapes, colors, and sizes.

Make this cute bumble bee using a terra cotta clay pot and a few other supplies.

Make this cute ladybug using a terra cotta clay pot and a few other supplies.

Make this santa using a terra cotta clay pot and a few other supplies.

Make this cute spider using a terra cotta clay pot and a few other supplies.

Find out how to make this fun cat craft using a clothespin and a few other supplies.

Instructions for making a butterfly out of coffee filters, submitted by Aubra.

This makes a great kids craft as the coffee filters hold up much better than tissue paper and best when can be worked on throughout a day off an on to allow time for drying in between dips in the food coloring.

Make a corn cob magnet out of a pine cone.

Make this flower craft using cupcake liners, submitted by Trace.

See a full color photo of this fun craft!

Find out how to create this fun crab using egg carton cups and a few other supplies.

Find out how you can create an entire bunch of flowers using egg carton cups and a few basic craft supplies.

Follow these directions and you can create your own little bumble bee using a couple of egg carton cups and a few basic craft supplies.

Find out how to create this fun fish using egg carton cups and a few other supplies.

Instructions to make flowers using egg carton cups.

Follow these directions and you can create your own little piggy using a couple of egg carton cups and a few basic craft supplies.

Dress up as a fairy with this fun, floral crown.

Use these craft instructions to make your own finger puppets that look like people.

Explore these instructions for making a fire cracker pin using a paper bag and a few other supplies.

Instructions to make a fly mask using egg carton cups.

Bob submitted directions to make unique flowers out of fortune cookies and a fe other suppies.

Make a windsock for Halloween using a milk carton.

Find out how to create a cute snowman face using a clear, glass ornament.

Have your child make this easy craft while you are waiting to leave for a camping trip or even on the way to your destination.

Make a Grinch craft! Make this adorable Christmas tree ornament that looks like the grinch stuck in a chimney.

Instructions to make an ice skater on an old Cd.

This is a fun craft that can made with a scrap piece of fur and a few basic craft supplies.

Instructions for making an easter basket perfect for holding jelly beans.

Make a fun, jumping spider puppet.

Gloria Cormier shares directions for making a unique doll craft.

Gloria Cormier shares directions for making these easy and elegant heart crafts.

Instructions for making a ladybug using a tuna can.

Instructions for making a Liberty bell using a paper or styrofoam cup.

Find out how to create a cute bumble bee craft using a light bulb and a few other supplies.

Find out how to create a pumpkin or jack-o-lantern craft using a light bulb and a few other supplies.

Use these free directions and pattern to create a Santa Christmas tree ornament using an old light bulb.

Use these free directions and pattern to create a snowman Christmas tree ornament using an old light bulb.

Start out by making a lion finger puppet and then use the same techniques to make other animals and even people. Your whole family can take turns putting on fun puppet shows.

Follow these instructions and make an adorable lion's face using a paper plate.

Pamela Pomroy shares instructions to make a lucky cricket craft.

Kelly Johnson shares how to make a pumpkin using a lunch bag.

Turn an ordinary pencil and a few chenille stems into a cool magic wand.

Instructions for making a tiny May day basket out of a toilet tissue roll.

Instructions for making a pretend mouse in a tiny cup.

Susan instructions for making a butterfly using a paper plate, a toilet tissue roll, and a few other supplies.

Use these instructions to make a tiny angel using noodles. A great Christmas tree ornament submitted by Leann.

This adorable bookmark, peeking from between the pages of a favorite book, may encourage kids to read more.

See a full color photo of this fun craft!

Decorate your pencils using these simple suggestions.

Instructions to make an angel out of a pine cone. A fun gift idea or even a great Christmas tree ornament.

Instructions to make a cute skier out of a pine cone submitted by Ruth.

Special thanks to H Marie for inspiring this idea!

Instructions to make a squirrel out of pine cones.

Instructions to make turkeys using pine cones. A cute Thanksgiving decoration idea shared by Sandy Paty.

This cute groundhog will enjoy it's home in your pocket where it can peak out to try to find its shadow!

Instructions to make your own mini pets out of pom-poms. Use your imagination and make all your favorite animals.

Make a collection of these flowers made using Hershey Kisses candies - submitted by Nettie from VA .

Instructions to make tissue paper flowers in a personalized pot.

Find out how to make a halloween pumpkin pencil topper craft. A great classroom treat idea!

Find out how to make a simple halloween craft. A great classroom treat idea!

Not only can you use these cute little baskets as decorations and for giving Easter treats, but they are a great way to recycle!

Brianna helped her 7-year-old sister create this project for a school assignment.

Michelle Honeycutt explains how she transformed empty baby Puff containers into snowmen.

Submitted by Darlene B. - Instructions to make a special reindeer bell. This makes a great Christmas tree ornament.

Make this special reindeer magnet - submitted by Pat Brown.

Instructions to make a fun Christmas necklace using pom-poms, felt, and a bead.

Create a unique butterfly using sea shells.

Instructions to make simple Christmas tree ornaments using beads and chenille stems.

Instructions to make simple,colorful pine cone Christmas tree ornament, shared by Clare.

Use these free directions to create this cute reindeer ornament using a popsicle stick. A great Christmas tree ornament or gift.

Make a fun magnet using a frozen juice can lid.

Find out how you can easily create a pink little pig using an aluminum pop can.

Kids can dance around with these home-made sparklers all day and all night, or you can make them to tuck into plants or table centerpieces to add a little burst of color.

Make a fun halloween mobile craft beads, chenille stems, and a few other supplies.

Make a spider necklace using an empty film container - idea shared by yarmnosilla (Allison).

Use these free directions to create this cute reindeer ornament using a craft stick and a few other supplies.

Melissa explains how to make a spider using styrofoam balls and a few other supplies.

These unique flowers are made using a styrofoam meat tray and a few other supplies.

Use these free directions and pattern to create a cute Angel. A great Christmas tree ornament or gift.

Use these directions to create a fun reindeer ornament using a toilet tissue roll, shared by Carolyne.

Find out how to create this napkin ring turkey craft using a toilet paper roll and a few basic craft supplies.

Make this umbrella picture using baking cups and pipe cleaners. A fun rainy day craft.

These small cauldrons are perfect to use as a decoration or to use to hold favors and treats at a party.