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By Sarah Wilson, CCRP 0 comments
While researching the whirligig, I found various build design, descriptions and pictures representing how to build your own. The yo-yo was called a whirligig and the weathervane was called a whirligig. With all of the research conducted, I found ... more »
By HollyC 11 comments
Many people, both children and adults alike, dress as a clown when the Halloween season rolls around. Whether it is costume time or some other occasion such as a party or play, there are inexpensive ways that you can put together a clown costume. ... more »
By Amanda Formaro 1 comments
Pretty up a boring coffee can, make a decorative change bank, or make something fun for the kids to store small cars, toys, and tiny board books in. It's easy! These step by step instructions will have you camouflaging those coffee cans in no ... more »
By Gump87 0 comments
This is an article on How to EASILY Make Playdough. (Play-doh).. more »
By grouch 8 comments
Glass is so delicate but when used with care can be etched with something beautiful and unique. This is a way to make a custom gift that the receiver will treasure for years to come because they will know you crafted it... more »
By 40skydiver 3 comments
Your child wants to get their friend a great birthday gift. You need to spend less than 15.00. Here are some toys to make you both happy... more »
By Sarah Forhan 1 comments
My children love to paint with watercolors but most of the time it becomes a big mess. Even when I place their paper on place-mats the water rolls down the paper and on to my floor. And inevitably the water cup spills and black paint ridden water ... more »
By Michael Motta 3 comments
If you can teach your male children to appreciate art, you expand their perspectives while also giving them the gift of sensitivity. You might also awaken their creative impulses... more »
By KMS09 4 comments
How many times have you had to babysit a child? These tips will work for any age and help take the stress out of any babysitting job!.. more »
By staceyegger 1 comments
Have you ever had the wild desire to throw a banana out your window and have it explode all over the pavement below? Well, you've come to the right place........ more »
By Hypergraphia 0 comments
It's almost Spring and that means the wildlife comes out to play, especially birds! They'll be looking for food to feed their new hatchlings in the nest, so let's help them out!.. more »
By Sarah Forhan 1 comments
These little bunnies are a fun easy gift to make and are great for Easter Baskets or even Baby Showers. They require very little skill and sewing... more »
By Kilogramm 1 comments
Tired of spending money on toys that don’t last? Well the simple solution is to just make your own! When it comes to kid’s and toys, their always looking for the next thing that’s going to keep their attention. Musical instruments are a good way ... more »
By KTMg 0 comments
A fun and simple New Year's Eve craft you can do with your kids... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
A bull horn, also known as a megaphone, is used to amplify your voice across the room. It's used at rallies, games and other events in which your voice needs to be projected and heard across a distance. Children also love bull horns because ... more »
By NinaH 0 comments
This craft features a butterfly that appears to hover and flutter over your pen as you write. This activity works well as a party activity or as part of a science class about insects. Ages 6 and up will enjoy both making and using this craft. ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
Instead of purchasing a mouse pad for your kids' computer, you can create one that they will love using. This "mouse" pad is particularly cute and kids love it. Follow these instructions to make your kids their very own mouse pad... more »
By Amanda Formaro 4 comments
Usher in the gardening season with this darling little craft. This mini garden gate makes a great wall hanging, can be framed, or simply set it on a shelf. Would be a fun friendship gift as well!.. more »
By swelldesigner 6 comments
I love googly eyes! I just do. One part plastic and one part fun. It just reminds me of being a kid. So, when I saw them in the store staring right back at me, I thought that I just had to make something fun out of them that I could wear. Here's ... more »
By DandelionMom 2 comments
With ribbon, Velcro, and a few basic supplies, you can transform an ordinary towel into a stylish beach accessory. You can use virtually any size towel and ribbon you like (Martha uses a 16-by-28-inch terry-cloth hand towel and 2 1/2-inch-wide ... more »
By PattyOh 1 comments
Children will love helping you make their very own Hanukkah Menorah out of felt. While you light the Hanukkah candles and say prayers every night, your little one can “light” their felt Menorah and say prayers, too. Don't let the number of steps ... more »
By DandelionMom 2 comments
Here's a Good Thing that will be useful after a long, hard day at work: a homemade heating pad using dried cherry pits. You can also use buckwheat hulls or dried beans... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
Making a kaleidoscope can challenge your creativity. When creating a kaleidoscope, you have to make each individual piece. The following will show you how to make the lens for a kaleidoscope out of transparency sheets... more »
By Amanda Formaro 2 comments
This craft is so easy for kids to make, even toddlers get into the fun. Give this gift to Dad and he will absolutely love it. A great gift for Father's Day or his birthday, he'll cherish it and carry it around proudly. Better than a tie any day!.. more »
By Never 0 comments
Kites may seem old fashioned, but they can still be a fun way for a family to spend time with one another. Flying a kite requires nothing more than a kite and some wind. Making a kite can be part of the fun, allowing your family to customize the ... more »