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Paper Mache Paste Recipes
Find recipes for various paper mache pastes. Use the one that works best for you!
How to Tie-Dye
Learn how to tie-dye! Here are the pictures of our tie-dyed t-shirts along with folding directions.
Free Printable Calendar
Make your own free calendar! Find free, printable calendar templates and much more.
How To Paper Mache
Try your hand at paper mache. A great craft for everyone. Find recipes, project ideas, and helpful hints.
Printable Birthday Invitations
Make your own invitations to welcome people to your next birthday party celebration! They are easy to print and make and they are free.
Free 2009 Calendars
Here are several free 2009 calendar pages you can print out and make. Choose from several designs for every month!
No-Cook Paper Mache Paste
This no-cook paper mache paste recipe is a good one to make with kids because it is easy to make and does not require heat.
How to Decoupage
Learn how to decoupage. Here are basic decoupage techniques, supply lists, and easy projects you can do.
Printable Graduation Cards
Treat a special graduate to one of these printable graduation cards! They are easy to print and make, and they are free. You can even make your own envelope using my printable template.
Design Your Own Paper Dolls
You can easily make your own paper dolls along with clothing and accessories to go with them. I offer several printable templates here for you to use
Paper Mache
Follow these simple steps and create wonderful paper mache masterpieces!
Garden Stepping Stones
Learn how to make garden stepping stones. Here are basic techniques, a supply list, and even great pictures to help you make your own personalized garden stepping stones.
Green Crafts
Learn how you can creatively recycle baby food jars, paper bags, orphaned socks, and several other items. Enjoy this ever-growing list of great ideas for using the things you might normally throw away to create great craft projects, games, and more.
How to Make Bean Bags
Follow these instructions to learn how to make bean bags. This is a great, simple sewing project!
Tie-Dye Spiral T-Shirt Design
Find out how to create a tie-dye t-shirt featuring a fun spiral design.
Stepping Stones Supplies
Learn how to make garden stepping stones. Here is a list of supplies you will need to make your stepping stones.
July Special Days - Long List of July Holidays
Long list of holidays and special days celebrated in July 2009.
101 Great Gifts to Make
Give everyone on your Christmas list a home-made gift this year. Check out these 101 great, easy gift ideas.
Blank Invitation or Card Template - Free, Printable Cards
Print out this free template and make your own personalized greeting cards.
Tie-Dye Marbled T-Shirt
Find out how to create a tie-dye t-shirt that sports a marbled design.
Alphabet Pictures to Color
Learn or teach the alphabet using these alphabet pictures. Print and color alphabet pictures, and use them to make a collage, coloring book, or other creative projects.
Free 2010 Calendars
Here are several free 2010 calendar pages you can print out and make. Choose from several designs for every month!
July 2009 Plain Calendar Page
Print out and color this free calendar page for July 2009.
July 2009 Calendar of Events - Special Days to Celebrate in July - July Holidays 2008
Find out what holidays and birthdays are celebrated in the month of July 2008. Plus, find ideas for crafts, games, and other activities to help you celebrate.
How to Make Paper Mache Bases
You can use many items you have laying around your house for paper mache. Check out this list and start creating!
Halloween Costume Ideas for Groups
Here are some fun Halloween costume ideas for groups of people. Most of these costume ideas can be used by anywhere from 1 to 10 people.
How to Make a Coloring Book
Wow! Find out where you can get the best, free coloring book pages, and, also, tips for printing and making your own coloring books.
Tie-Dye Circles T-Shirt Design
Find out how to create a tie-dye t-shirt featuring nesting circles.
Halloween Costume Ideas for Couples - How to Make Costumes for Couples
Looking for great Halloween costume ideas for 2? These ideas should help spark your creativity whether the costumes is for a couple, a parent and child, or siblings.
Paper Mache Face Masks
Why not help your child make a mask using their own face as a mold. You can also make a mask using a balloon as a base. Not only can this be a fun and educational craft, but it is also a great way to make decorations and accessories for Halloween!
Tie-Dye Tiny Circles T-Shirt
Find out how to create a tie-dye t-shirt featuring a bunch of tiny circles.
Cooked Paper Mache Paste
This paper mache paste recipe that requires some boiling, is a little stronger than the no-cook version and always seems a little smoother to me.
Printable Coupons
Here are some fun coupons you can print out to give as gifts. These are especially great to put in greeting cards or as stocking stuffers!
Make Garden Stepping Stones
Follow these step-by-step directions and learn how to make your own garden stepping stones.
Monthly Calendar of Events
Use this holiday calendar to find creative ideas to help you celebrate many usual and unusual holidays for every month of the year.
Make Halloween Costumes
Use these fun idea to make your own Halloween costumes. Easy, homemade Halloween costume ideas for everyone to make and wear.
Free Purse Project Pattern
These handbags are very popular right now, and they are pretty easy to make. This is a great sewing project for a beginner and a fun and fast project for an experienced sewer. You simply need to be able to cut and sew a somewhat straight line.
July 2009 Print and Color Word Calendar Page
Print out and color this free calendar page for July 2009.
Paper Mache Pinata
Instructions for making a pinata using paper mache' techniques.
August 2009 Plain Calendar Page
Print out and color this free calendar page for August 2009.
Blank Calendar Page
Print out this blank calendar page and design your own calendars!
Pulp Recipe for Paper Mache
Use this recipe to make a pulp mixture to make fine details on paper mache projects.
September Special Days - Long List of September Holidays
Long list of holidays and special days celebrated in September 2009.
Making Beaded Safety Pins
Find out how you can make great jewelry using safety pins and seed beads. Fun items to wear, share, and swap.
Summer Coloring Pages
Free Summer coloring pages! Print out these free Summer coloring pages and create your own coloring book.
August Special Days - Long List of August Holidays
Long list of holidays and special days celebrated in August 2009.
Printable Box Template - Print and Color Page
Here is a box for you to print and assemble! Makes a great gift box or even a block for kids.
Balloon Design Birthday Party Invitation Card - Free, Printable Cards
Print out and make this free birthday party invitations featuring balloons.
Harry Potter Crafts and Activi
Try these free Harry Potter related craft patterns and projects. Use many creative techniques and supplies to make a variety of Harry Potter crafts including magic wands, wizard hats, and many other unique crafts to help you celebrate Harry Potter.
Birthday Party Gift Cards
Print out and make personalized gift cards for your next birthday party or other special event! They are easy to print and make, and they are free.
August 2009 Calendar of Events - Special Days to Celebrate in August - August Holidays
Find out what holidays, special events, and birthdays are celebrated in the month of August 2009. Plus, find ideas for crafts, games, and other activities to help you celebrate.
Resin Paper Mache Paste
This paper mache paste dries to a very hard finish to make your finished projects more durable.
How to Make a Pinata
The resources here will help you make your own pinata. You will be surprised at how easy it is; and, as an added bonus, you probably have everything you need to make one laying around your home right now!
Birthday Party Hats
Print out and make personalized party hats for your next birthday party or other special event! They are easy to print and make, and they are free.
Tie-Dye Stripes T-Shirt Design
Find out how to create a tie-dye t-shirt featuring several stripe designs across the shirt.
Colorful Beach Towel Craft
Find out how to create this colorful beach towel design using Simply Spray fabric dye.
Potty Training Chart
Print out and use this colorful chart and stickers to help motivate your child when potty training!
CD ROM Fish Craft
Instructions to make a cute, hanging fish out of old Cds.
Travel Activities
Whether you travel by car, plane, or any other form of transportation, long trips can be hard on kids which means they can also be hard on the adults who try to keep the kids occupied! Here are my top picks for great ways to keep everyone occupied on long trips, everything from simple, printable travel games the entire family can play to complete travel kits.
Simply Spray Neon T-Shirt
Find out how to create this colorful, neon t-shirt design using Simply Spray fabric dye and tie-dye techniques.
Tie-Dye Single Stripe T-Shirt
Find out how to create a tie-dye t-shirt featuring a single stripe across the shirt.
4.5 x 6 inch Envelope - Free, Printable Cards and Envelopes
Print out and make this free 4.5 x 6 inch Envelope.
Cookies in a Jar
These cookie mixes in mason jars complete with recipes were big hits with everyone on our gift giving list!
Graduates Silhouette Design Graduation Card - Free, Printable Cards
Print out and make this free graduation card featuring silhouettes of graduates with related saying.
Graduation Cap and Confetti Design Graduation Card - Free, Printable Cards
Print out and make this free graduation card featuring a graduation cap and confetti with a related saying.
Red, White, and Blue T-Shirt
Find out how to create a red, white, and blue t-shirt design using Simply Spray fabric dye and tie-dye techniques.
Crafts for Teens
I picked out these craft projects especially for kids 14 and older. Some teenagers may thing they are too old or too cool for crafts, but, secretly at least, most enjoy working on arts and crafts projects.
Beaded Safety Pin Patterns
Check out all these free patterns for making beaded safety pins.
Free Beaded Safety Pin Patterns Listed by Topic
Find a list of all the free beaded safety pin patterns posted throughout this Web site arranged by topic.
Blank Party Prinatables
Make your own invitations, favors bags, place cards, party hats, and much more your next party! They are easy to print and make and they are free. All of these printable party supplies are blank so you can create your own designs.
July 2009 Print and Color Teddy Bears Calendar Page
Print out and color this free calendar page for July 2009.
Tips for Making Step Stones
Learn how to make garden stepping stones. Here are some tips and hints to help you make your own garden stepping stones.
Molds for Stepping Stones
Learn how to make garden stepping stones. Here is a list of molds you can use to make stepping stones.
Crafts for Toddlers-Preschools
Toddlers and preschoolers love doing arts and crafts! Most will like working with clay, coloring, and painting. I picked out these craft projects especially for toddlers and preschoolers.
Blank Place Card Template - Free, Printable Crafts
Print out this free template and make your own personalized place cards for your table.
Black and White Coupons
Here are some black and white coupons you can print out to give as gifts.
Homemade Greeting Cards
Explore photographs of homemade greeting cards and find free directions that will help you create your own.
Concrete for Stepping Stones
Here is a list of cements and/or concretes you can use to make garden stepping stones.
Colored Sand
Instructions to make your own colored sand.
Cake and Gift Design Birthday Party Invitation Card - Free, Printable Cards
Print out and make this free birthday party invitations featuring a birthday cake and present.
Back To School Crafts
Try these free back to school related craft patterns and projects. Use many creative techniques and supplies to make a variety of back-to-school related crafts including backpacks, pencils, and many other unique crafts.
Rainbow Coloring Page
Print out and color or decorate this rainbow coloring book page.
Cupcake Design Birthday Party Invitation Card - Free, Printable Cards
Print out and make this free birthday party invitations featuring a cupcake.
Summer Crafts and Activities
Try these free summer season related craft patterns and projects. Use many creative techniques and supplies to make a variety of summer related crafts including ice cream, sun catchers, sun dials, and much more.
Make Your Own Bubble Mixture
A simple how to on making your own bubble mixture.
Beach Ball Coloring Book Page
Print out and color or decorate this Beach Ball coloring book page.
Christmas Crafts & Activities
Find many fun Christmas crafts, games, gift ideas, recipes, and other activities to help you celebrate the holiday season.
Birthday Party Favor Box
Print out and make personalized favor boxes for your next birthday party or other special event! They are easy to print and make, and they are free.
Paper Mache Paste
Definition of the crafting term 'Paper Mache Paste' - a liquid adhesive usually made using flour and water...
Cricut Personal Cutter
Learn more about the Cricut personal electronic cutter by Provo.
Gone to Pot
Free craft projects to create your own clay pot masterpieces. Create great crafts using terra cotta planters.
Simply Spray Fabric Paint
Learn more about this fun and exciting fabric painting product called Simply Spray.
Free 2008 Printable Calendar Pages - 2008 Holidays
Print out these free 2008 calendar pages. Choose from several designs for every month!
Creative Projects for Boys
The perfect place to start looking for craft ideas that are especially appealing to boys. While these crafts are not meant for boys only, these are the favorite projects for many boys I know!
Birds of a Feather Bookmark Craft
Instructions to make a bookmark that looks like a bird.
Crafts for Tweens
I picked out these craft projects especially for kids from age 11 to age 14. Those kids sometimes referred to as 'Tweens' or preteens. This is a tough age and here are some fun crafts to hopefully bring smiles to their faces!
Wash Rag Boo-Boo Bunny Craft
It is easy to make this wash rag bunny, which is sometimes called a boo-boo bunny as an ice cube can be held in the space in the body.
Dragonfly Craft
Make yourself a dragonfly using a popsicle stick!: packing tape popsicle stick sticky side contact paper sequins
Crafts for 6 - 11 Year Olds
I picked out these craft projects especially for elementary school kids, those kids from age 6 to age 11. Some are educational and others are just plain fun!
Make Sidewalk Chalk
A simple how to on making your own sidewalk chalk.
August 2009 Print and Color Word Calendar Page
Print out and color this free calendar page for August 2009.
July 2009 Special Days Calendar Page
Print out this page featuring special days to celebrate in July 2009 and design your own calendars!
Dog Coloring Pages - Print and Color Dog Picture
Print out and color or decorate this Dog coloring page.
Printable Potty Training Chart
Print out and use this colorful chart to help motivate your child when potty training!
Cardboard Roll Puppets
Instructions to make home made puppets from cardboard toilet paper roll.
Pine Cone Crafts
Find out how you can use pine cones in crafts, decorations, and even for ornaments and gifts. Read a fun pine cone legend also!
Top Projects for Making Music
Find patterns and instructions for making your own musical instruments. Fun ideas for everyone in the family.
Egg Carton Jellyfish
Find out how to create this fun jellyfish using egg carton cups and a few other supplies.
Basic Directions
Find out how you can make great jewelry using safety pins and seed beads with these basic directions.
Etched Glass Masterpie
Learn more about how to make your own etched glass masterpieces!
Life's Journey Design Graduation Card - Free, Printable Cards
Print out and make this free graduation card featuring a picture of the ocean with a related saying.
Wild About Pokemon
Pokemon fun! Find crafts, games, facts, and many other resources.
Beach Treasure Wreath
Make a special wreath with all the treasures you find on vacation at the beach!
Bag Craft Projects
There are some wonderful crafts you can make using unwanted paper or plastic bags. All shapes and sizes of bags can be used. Of course, you can always recycle them the traditional way, but why not get creative!?
Alligator Clip-On Craft
Instructions to make an Alligator out of a clothes pin.
Capital A - alphabet Print Color Page
Here is the capital letter A for you to print and color! Print and color alphabet page, and use it to make a collage.
Blank Favor Bag Template - Free, Printable Crafts
Print out this free template and make your own personalized party favor bags.
How to Make a Haunted House
Find out how you can make your own haunted house for Halloween. Find free directions for easy props and haunting tricks the whole family can help with!
Flowers Coloring Page - Free Flower Coloring Book Page
Print out and color or decorate this flower coloring book page.
Eye Mask Template - Print and Color this Simple Mask
Print out this simple mask and color or decorate it for any occassion.
Candy Plant Craft - Flower Arts and Crafts
Free craft instructions: Create candy flowers in a terra cotta clay pot. Makes a great gift!
Bug Finger Puppet
Follow these instructions and make a variety of finger puppet bugs. Why not make one for each finger.
Celebrate Teddy Bear Picnic Day in July
Celebrate Teddy Bear's Picnic Day in July. Find ideas for crafts, games, field trips, and other activities.
Blank Party Hat Template - Free, Printable Crafts
Print out this free template and make your own personalized party hat.
Home-Made Halloween Costumes
If you are looking for inspiration to make your our Halloween costume or just want to check out some fabulous, home-made costumes, browse through the costume collections on this page.
Sand Castle Coloring Book Page
Print out and color or decorate this sand castle coloring book page.
Cake Candles Design Birthday Party Invitation Card - Free, Printable Cards
Print out and make this free birthday party invitations featuring birthday cake candles.
Special Days to Celebrate on July 13th
Find out what special events are celebrated on July 13th in 2009.
Egg Carton Sea Creatures
Find out how you can create your own under sea adventure using egg carton cups and a few common craft supplies.
Simple, Paper Pinwheel Craft
This is a nice outdoor toy or even a fun decoration made using a few simple supplies you probably have laying areound your house.
Alphabet Collage Book
Use my printable alphabet letters and these directions and make your own alphabet collage book.
Dinosaur coloring book page
Print out and color or decorate this Dinosaur coloring book page.
Beach Ball and Pail of Sand Coloring Book Page
Print out and color or decorate this beach ball and pail of sand coloring book page.
July 2009 Print and Color Picnic Basket Calendar Page
Print out and color this free calendar page for July 2009.
Stuff to Hold Your Stuff
Using this book, basic supplies, and simple sewing techniques girls of all ages can make their own purses, wallets, and tote bags. Everyone is sure to find a project or two they love in this book which provides 16 fun and unique projects plus even more variations.
Birthday Cake Coloring Book Page
Print out and color or decorate this birthday cake coloring book page.
Camping Crafts and Activities
Whether you are planning a camping trip or just wish you were going camping, you are sure to find something here to spark your creativity!
Letter A Coloring Page - Educational Arts and Crafts
Here is the letter A for you to print and color! Print and color alphabet page, and use it to make a collage or a coloring book.
Suncatcher Collage
This project is a great way to let even the youngest kids explore collage without having a gluey mess.
Star Christmas Coloring Page
Print out and color or decorate this star coloring book page.
Easy Etched Glass Craft
Karen M. share a simple way to get etched glass results.
Clay Pot Ladybug - terra cotta pot
Free craft project - Make this cute ladybug using a terra cotta clay pot and a few other supplies.
Camp Fire Coloring Book Page
Print out and color or decorate this Camp Fire coloring book page.
Clay Pot Bird Bath Craft
Find out how to make a bird bath using a terra cotta clay pot, saucer, and a few other supplies.
Beach Pail and Shovel Coloring Book Page
Print out and color or decorate this beach pail and shovel coloring book page.
Ice Cream In A Bag
Instructions to make your own ice cream in a sandwich bag, submitted by Suzy Gardner.
Easy Paper Lantern
This paper lantern is easy to make and can be embellished to match any decor or to suit any occassion.
Ants on a Log
Make a yummy snack that looks like ants sitting on a log.
Pre-K and Kindergarten Crafts
For the Pre-K and Kindergarten kids, one of the things they can benefit from are crafts and activities that require working more with pencils, scissors, and other items to enhance fine motor skills and give them a good start in kindergarten. I picked out these craft projects especially with the pre-k and kindergarten child in mind.
Home-Made Message Board
Make a message board for your wall or even your locker. An easy craft made with fabric, ribbon, styrofoam, and a few other supplies.

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