Thursday, 4 August 2011

Summer crafts for kids!

I know summer is almost over but, it's not to late to try these crafts!
This rock craft is just too cute to pass up! The best part is you can make any kind of animal with a little bit of creativity and some paint.Let your kids really show their creativity by letting them create their own picture frames with lots of stickers, ribbon, magazines, feathers, and anything else you can find in your craft drawer.Does the summer reading list have your kids down? Make reading even more fun by creating a game out of it: http://www.marthastewart.com/265784/bookworm-gameThese paper sailboats are easy to make and can be used as a toy in the tub or in the pool: http://www.marthastewart.com/265762/smooth-sailingMake a musical instrument just like this matchbox guitar from household items. Make enough and you can start your own band. http://www.marthastewart.com/265694/making-musicThis easy project lets kids create their very own customized stickers: http://www.marthastewart.com/266921/stickers-from-scratchPuppet shows are even more fun to put on if you make the puppets too. http://www.marthastewart.com/264932/paper-bag-animal-puppetsWith just some apples cut in half, some ink, and a bag, you can create a customized tote for summer. http://www.marthastewart.com/273692/apple-print-bagIt's a craft and a game that your kids can play the entire summer. Learn how to make the dominoes: http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/rock-crafts#slide_2These sun prints are the perfect craft for summer since they require sunlight and some time to let the print set in: http://www.marthastewart.com/273715/sun-printsWith just some paper, some folding, and color pencils you can create a myriad of finger puppets with our easy how-to: http://www.marthastewart.com/269662/origami-finger-puppet-and-flowersWho doesn't love a fun pencil? This craft is super easy, and is perfect if you're kids are taking summer classes or just because. http://www.marthastewart.com/265227/decorated-pencilsCreate this simple and fun way to store collections. The collecting and putting together the treasure chest will keep your kids busy for hours. http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/kids-art-projectsOn a really hot day this summer, this sponge ball is the perfect craft and activity for kids (and adults) of all ages: http://www.marthastewart.com/265636/sponge-ballThis skeleton art made out of pasta is clever, educational, and can provide lots of fun for your kids. http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/kids-art-projects#slide_4
Check them out at http://thefamilyroom.marthastewart.com/2011/06/14/summer-crafts-for-kids/
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