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Collage Projects

Use these resources to learn how to make a collage and then try several free collage projects.
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How to Make a Collage

Learn how easy it is to make a collage and explore several inspirational collage projects you can create yourself.

Collage Ideas

If you need a little inspiration to get you started with your collage crafting, check out some of these free collage projects. Do one, a few or all of these projects and then use what you have learned about collage to create your own masterpiece. The more you experiment with making collages, the more ideas you will get.

Choosing a Collage Glue

If you are planning to make a collage, check out this list of glue options which will help you choose the right glue for every project.

Creative Collage Materials

If you are planning a collage project, check out this list of creative collage materials.

1, 2, 3 I Can Collage

This book uses sea creatures as a theme to show kids and parents alike how they can use a variety of paper and other objects to transform a plain piece of paper into fabulous works of art. It is a great way to introduce any child to collage!

3-Dimensional Numbers Collage Craft

These are great number pictures you can hang around the house for decoration and to help with number recognition. Hang the numbers low enough so the child can touch the different objects.

Advent Collage Craft

From your About.com Guide, make an advent collage with these printable templates and magazine pictures.

Alphabet Collage Book

Use my printable alphabet letters and these directions and make your own alphabet collage book.

Alphabet Soup Picture

Find out how to make an alphabet collage using noodles or cereal and construction paper. This is a fun craft and a great way to help with letter recognition.

Collage Crafts

These collage crafts were shared by Surinta Abraham.

Corn Collage Craft

Follow these directions to make a unique collage using unpopped popcorn.

Favorite Places Collage Craft

People of all ages and abilities can enjoy creating collages. If you are looking for some inspiration, why not choose a famous or favorite place as theme.

Favorite Things Collage Craft

If you are looking for some inspiration for your next collage craft project, why not choose one of your favorite things as a theme.

Four Seasons Collage Craft

Follow these suggestions to create a collage which features aspects from all four seasons or simply pick a season.

Harvest Basket Collage

Learn how you can make a fun harvest craft using old magazines and collage techniques.

Leaf Collage Craft

From your About.com guide, an easy craft using mainly your imagination.

Meat Tray Collage Craft

Instructions to make a collage using a styrofoam meat tray, submitted by Beth.

How to Make a Photo Collage

If you are looking for some inspiration for your collage craft, why not make a collage using photos.

Pick a Color Collage

This is a fun and easy art collage project for people of all ages.

Pizza Collage

Make yourself a fancy pizza collage picture using a paper bag and old magazines.

Punny Collage Valentine

Instructions for making a fun Valentine's Day card out of paper and magazines.

Self Portrait Collage Craft

People of all ages and abilities can enjoy creating collages. If you are looking for some inspiration, why not create a collage self portrait.

Story or Poem Collage Craft

Use your favorite story or poem as inspiration for your next collage project.

Suncatcher Collage

This project is a great way to let even the youngest kids explore collage without having a gluey mess.

Thanksgiving Dinner Collage Craft

Instructions to make a Thanksgiving collage using a paper plate and pictures of food.

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