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Crafts for Sleepovers and Slumber Parties

Fun Craft Projects to Make at Slumber Parties and Sleepovers

By , About.com Guide

Check out this collection of crafts that work great for sleepovers and slumber parties. No matter what you call them - sleepovers, slumber parties, or pajama parties - some parent might dread the thought of a houseful of kids staying over night. The trick to keeping your sanity is keeping the kids busy! Besides offering the kids snacks, movies, and games, consider planning a craft project or two. These craft projects will help the time pass smoothly and make your child's slumber party or sleepover a great success!

Beaded Safety Pins

Crafts for Sleepovers and Slumber Parties
Try your hand at making wearable pins featuring a variety of designs! All you have to do is slip some seed beads onto ordinary safety pins and you can create fun items to wear, share, and swap! They make great gifts too.

Fleece Pajama Bag Craft

Pajama bag Craft
You can use these directions to create several sizes of bags to use for many purposes.

Fleece Tied Blanket Craft

Crafts for Sleepovers and Slumber Parties
Follow these directions and make a warm, no-sew blanket using two pieces of fleece.

Bottle Cap Frame Craft

Bottle Cap Frame Craft
You can transform a plain, inexpensive acrylic frame into a personalized masterpiece by using decorated bottle caps.

Glowing Bug Necklace

These glow bugs are funner than a flashlight!

How to Tie-Dye

How to Tie Dye
The information and resources I provide here will teach you how to create your own colorful, tie-dyed t-shirts or other articles of clothing. You can also make matching tie-dyed sheets, pillowcases, and curtains if you like.

No-Sew Pillow Craft

Sleepover Crafts
Learn how you can cover old pillows or pillow forms with fun fabric that matches your room's decor. Experiment with different fabrics to make your own room fashion statement.

Non-Slip Slipper Socks Craft

Slippers
This project is quick, easy, and would make a great craft for a slumber party or a group of kids.

Beaded Friendship Bracelets

Beaded Friendship Bracelets
These fun beaded bracelets are easy enough to make that you will not only want to make them for your friends, but also for yourself and everyone else you know.

Message in the Bottle Cap Magnet

Message in the Bottle Cap Magnet
Make these sparkling magnets for your own refrigerator, a school locker, or to give as gifts!

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