Lace Princess Crowns
Girl Inspired has a really cute and fun project to do with a little lady who deserves to feel like a princess for a day. Together you two can make lace crowns fit for a tiny queen.
Kids & Family
How-To: Paper Seed Star
Keep curious kids entertained—and teach them how plants grow—with this fun and easy paper seed star tutorial from Marnie at Carrots are Orange! Wouldn’t these be great for outdoor weddings too? More: Project: Wedding Favor Seed Packets @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Eggshell Seed Starter @Craftzine.com blog How-To: DIY Seed Tape @Craftzine.com blog
MAKE Best Summer Ever! Special Issue (in 3D)
[3D images from top left, clockwise: marshmallow shooters; silk-screening, DIY zipline, and a homemade cigar box guitar!] It is most definitely summer here in California. School is out, and parents and kids are looking for fun stuff to do. The MAKE School’s Out! Best Summer Ever special issue is just the ticket! We’ve put together […]
How-To: Leaf Print T-Shirts
Do your kids need a little push to get them outdoors? Inspire them to get crafty with nature with this leaf print t-shirt tutorial that Jill from Homemade by Jill shared on Skip to My Lou’s Craft Camp series! More: How-To: Make a Sewn Leaf Garland @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Hammered Leaf and Flower Prints @Craftzine.com […]
New in the Maker Shed: Rocket Glider Kit
This Folding Wing Glider kit (available in the Maker Shed) isn’t your average balsa wood airplane. Originally designed by Jim Walker in the late 1930’s, this unique glider attracted the US military because of its high-flying abilities!
How-To: Rainbow Popsicles
It’s finally popsicle weather here in San Francisco, and these amazing rainbow popsicles look worth the effort! (Via Dude Craft.)
How-To: Animated Fire-Breathing Dragon Father’s Day Card
Last week, my kids and I stopped by the greeting card section in a big box store to try to find a card for my husband for Father’s Day. After several minutes of reading through annoying jokes about farting, or opening cards that blasted crazy music, I looked at the kids and said, “What was […]