Paper Crafts

Many of us remember making various things out of paper mache in school or at summer camp. For those of us who have maintained our enthusiasm for arts and crafts (as well as our newspaper...

Newspaper can be rolled, soaked and turned into fireplace logs that produce flames of different colors. The resulting color depends on the chemical you use during the soaking process. Soaked...

Newspaper has been recycled in a multitude of creative and practical ways over the centuries: insulation in walls, wallpaper, gift wrap, and in craft projects. Reader's Digest even suggests using...

If you want a new way to recycle your newspapers, use them to create logs for your fireplace or wood-burning stove. You don't simply roll or twist the newspapers, you mash them to change the...

Coming up with a paper craft idea is not as difficult as we make think. When it comes to using paper folding to make neat and even useful items, there are many ideas to be found. This project is...

Beads in a variety of sizes and colors can be created using recycled paper and old newspapers. Use finished beads to create necklaces, bracelets, earrings and key chains to be given as gifts.

Writing with glitter can add a personal touch to cards, invitations and party decorations. It is also a good activity for children. Use thick paper, card stock or cover stock, so the weight of the...

Though it may not be possible to heat the average-sized home with them, fireplace logs constructed of newspapers are a fun project, environmentally sound and can increase the warmth and enjoyment...

Making paper mache boxes can be a great craft project to do at home. It is a suitable craft for both children and adults. You can use your paper mache boxes to decorate your home, package gifts,...

Making a homemade pinata can be fun and easy for a parent and child. Nothing makes a child more proud than showing off something he helped make. A little creativity and some newspaper and paste...

Tri-corner hats were a popular style in Colonial times (1607 to 1783). Today, a tri-corner hat is associated more with old-time pirates. Such a hat can be made fairly easily and inexpensively, if...

Earning money can be a lot more fun when your child makes his very own piggy bank. While some traditional homemade piggy banks are made from tin and aluminum cans, this easy and fun project lets...

To add a distinctive flair to gifts you wrap, create wrapping paper instead of purchasing it at the store. The finished product can be delicate and elegant or primitive and rustic. One advantage...

Whether used for school plays, Halloween costumes or simply backyard play, children's cowboy hats top off the signature look of the Wild West. While you can purchase cowboy hats at costume shops,...

Making paper sailor hats is a creative and simple project for children. Children love playing pirates and letting their imaginations run wild. But these paper sailor hats aren't just for kids. No...

When my mom worked for the newspaper, we would go to business expos, parade, and fairs to pass out free newspapers to patrons. Of course, the kids weren't very interested in the day's news, so...

Making a newspaper log is an inexpensive way to reuse old newspapers and save on your firewood costs. While it can be time consuming to roll, it's not difficult to do. You can even wrap the...

If you have a little girl who is enchanted by stories of princesses being rescued by a handsome prince, you may want to consider making a princess pinata. You can make this pinata for a princess...

CDs are common data transfer items. Unfortunately, they come in bulky plastic packaging, which many people discard in order to keep their CDs on spools or in books. If you need to transport one of...

Mardi Gras is a true party. Whether you go to Louisiana for the festivities or celebrate at home, you can have a ball getting dressed up and having a party with friends. No Mardi Gras celebration...

Paper mache is an inexpensive art form that primarily uses recycled materials such as milk jugs and newspaper. You can make almost any shape with just a small amount of creativity. Paper mache...

Palm trees can be made out of newspapers in a matter of minutes. They make an easy filler craft to do during school. They also are fun to do at home with your children after school. You can make...

You may think that paper crafts are only for children; after all, a paper hat would never come close to looking like the real thing, right? Wrong. This paper cowboy hat will fool the best of...

Whether you are a vegan in need an alternative to Easter eggs to hunt or you just need a fun project to do with your family, paper mache eggs are fun and versatile to make. A bit messy, but lots...

Making a fun hat out of newspaper is one of those projects that is so simple, yet most kids enjoy so much. This is an easy project that takes very little time yet the results are big. Provide a...

Paper mache is a convenient material for making all sorts of fun crafts. It is easy and inexpensive to produce, and can be used to make replicas of almost any object. Follow these simple steps to...

Making paper bags from newspaper is a great way to recycle. Gift paper bags have become very expensive, but crafting your own gift bags using newspaper will save you money while recycling...

This sturdy newspaper bag can be used over and over again for groceries, as a beach tote, a knitting bag or for a million other things. It's easy to make and all you'll have to purchase is a roll...

To make a paper sword to use as a prop or a toy, simply role a piece of newspaper into a long narrow tube that is tapered at one end, and fold back a corner of newspaper to create a handle guard....

This is a fun, hands on type activity for kids of all ages. Young and old will have a blast creating their own forest. The materials are things that you have lying around the house. Try this easy,...

Ever wondered how to make one of those paper sailor hats that every child is born knowing how to do? They look super simple, but well, as adults the simplist undertakings can be the hardest! Well,...

Making a tri-corner pirate hat from newspaper is an inexpensive, simple project. Kids never seem to tire of swashbuckling pirate games, so this is one plaything that won't get old. You can even...

What kid doesn't enjoy playing pirate? Creating a pirate hat out of newspaper is very easy and provides hours of entertainment. This is a fun activity to do at a birthday party or on a rainy...

Every year, "Talk like a Pirate Day" is celebrated on September 19. However, you do not need to wait for this holiday to play a swashbuckling buccaneer. Before you recycle that Sunday newspaper,...

The next best thing to making your own paper from scratch is to make it from recycled paper. Newspaper is one of the cheapest and commonly available types of paper that you can recycle. Rather...

Papier mache is a fantastic craft project for kids that allows for individuality and creativity to shine through. Most papier mache recipes call for a messy mixture of flour, glue and water, but...

Making bookmarks is a fun activity for kids and adults. Bookmark making can be quick and simple or more elaborate, but most bookmarks start with the same basics. One way to create a bookmark is...

IMAGINATION!!! Ain't it wonderful?! Do you remember playing pirates or Cowboys and Indians. How about COPS and ROBBERS? Well, now you can spark a child's imagination!! Here's how.

Flibbers were a popular fad in the '50s; everybody got into the fun of making them. They cost nothing and provided lots of fun. Kids made them in classrooms and carried them around in parades....

If you are bored at work or fear an uprising, why not make some weapons with which to defend yourself (or join in the revolution). Take heart if you don't have access to a furnace and some...

Sure you can throw old newspapers into the recycle bin, but it’s a lot more fun and interesting to turn your own trash into treasure. Why not make newspaper art? It’s an easy,...

Papier Mache is a great project for the kids to indulge in during the summer vacation or to brighten up the chilly winter months. They can have fun making a mess and be creative all at once.

When you have purchased a beautiful plate for that special family member or friend, you need to take care when wrapping up this precious gift. By taking a sturdy box, some tissue paper, newspaper...

If you are looking for a simple project to amaze your young children, make a paper tree. This project turns pieces of old newspaper into a tree that grows right before their eyes. Once they see...

If you are looking for a new and creative way to hand out your Halloween treats this year, get festive and make yourself a pumpkin-shaped sweet bowl. The perfect project for children and adults...

Making your own confetti can save money. It's a simple craft project you can do with children. Confetti making encourages hand-eye coordination and improves dexterity.

Coffee filter flowers are an easy craft to do with children as young as 2 years old. Younger children enjoy working with the markers and spraying the water. Older children can complete the entire...

Don't know what to do with the kids this weekend? Here's a fun and inexpensive activity you can consider--make paper mache. Since it's an arts and craft activity and there is really no way of...

Gather up the kids and spend some quality family time engaged in the timeless craft of paper- mache art. The possibilities for creating paper-mache masterpieces are endless, so whether it's a...

This is a great activity for kids at a party or on a rainy afternoon. For the final touch, use paint or markers to decorate the hat. Here are a few easy steps to creating the perfect paper hat.