Instructables: exploring - living - kids http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 01:00:26 PDT BLOX v1.01 A Treasure Map http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Treasure-Map/
A Treasure Map - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG1/IDK3/HGH6RJ4Z/FG1IDK3HGH6RJ4Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG1/IDK3/HGH6RJ4Z/FG1IDK3HGH6RJ4Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG1/IDK3/HGH6RJ4Z/FG1IDK3HGH6RJ4Z.SMALL.jpg feistydonut I like making stuff for kids and came up with a fairly easy treasure map. It can take a long time but overall the project is easy. I want projects to be big and have a lot of little details, the kind that can take years to discover and maybe a little disturbing.  For this instructable you will need...
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Wed, 15 May 2013 11:37:03 PDT
Ikea Kura bed converted to bunkbed http://www.instructables.com/id/Ikea-Kura-bed-converted-to-bunkbed/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SMALL.jpg jauncourt I have 2 kids, and some time ago, they each had their own room. The little one got this for his former toddler bed and the big guy got a KURA platform/loft bed from Ikea. All was great for about 2 years. However, a couple of years ago, the little one and the big one both asked me if they could shar...
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Sun, 12 May 2013 12:50:37 PDT
Indoor Kite http://www.instructables.com/id/Indoor-Kite/
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Fri, 10 May 2013 15:02:22 PDT
Origami bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-bracelet/
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Wed, 8 May 2013 11:21:19 PDT
D.I.Y. Cute Floral Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Cute-Floral-Dress/
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Tue, 7 May 2013 20:23:18 PDT
Easy Chalkboard in a weekend http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Chalkboard-in-a-weekend/
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Tue, 7 May 2013 19:40:35 PDT
Wet Felting http://www.instructables.com/id/Wet-Felting/
Wet Felting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/PH3F/HFSHUS2M/FWRPH3FHFSHUS2M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/PH3F/HFSHUS2M/FWRPH3FHFSHUS2M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/PH3F/HFSHUS2M/FWRPH3FHFSHUS2M.SMALL.jpg Lolo-laroo This is a fun project for children of all ages, and adults too!  You'll Need Processed wool (natural, dyed) Tub Warm water Dish soap (Dawn works especially well) Table top Plastic baggies *The Children's Museum of Sonoma County facilitated this project at the Mini Maker Faire in Sonoma County, ...
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Thu, 2 May 2013 19:39:38 PDT
kids room 1: clouds http://www.instructables.com/id/kids-room-1-clouds/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/U2WC/HFPTJ0JK/FO5U2WCHFPTJ0JK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/U2WC/HFPTJ0JK/FO5U2WCHFPTJ0JK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/U2WC/HFPTJ0JK/FO5U2WCHFPTJ0JK.SMALL.jpg sara m. hi, im not a decore specialist but im preparing the room for my expected baby girl so i wanted to share with you how i will make it first thing i made these clouds.. i saw something like this in the internet but i made it on my own way, so let us see how to do it: what i used: cardboard white and...
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Thu, 2 May 2013 11:18:56 PDT
Sew a frock for a 6 months old girl.... http://www.instructables.com/id/Sew-a-frock-for-a-6-months-old-girl/
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:00:00 PDT
Kids summer Trend http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-summer-Trend/
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:34:51 PDT
cute kids jumper dress out of old shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/cute-kids-jumper-dress-out-of-old-shirt/
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:40:33 PDT
DIY Craft Storage Container (From Old SuitCase) http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Craft-Storage-Container-From-Old-SuitCase/
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:33:11 PDT
Beady blue braided bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Beady-blue-braided-bracelet/
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:56:55 PDT
Play-Doh Rose http://www.instructables.com/id/Play-Doh-Rose/
Play-Doh Rose - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/N11L/HFD1KD6Y/FMWN11LHFD1KD6Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/N11L/HFD1KD6Y/FMWN11LHFD1KD6Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/N11L/HFD1KD6Y/FMWN11LHFD1KD6Y.SMALL.jpg Jessie Marie Roses come in all kinds--but how about a Play-Doh rose? My favorite thing to create with Play-Doh is roses! They are quick and easy to make, and the result is magnificent! I used some red Play-Doh I had lying around for my first rose, and it is so bright it pops in my room! So grab a jar of Play-Doh...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 17:29:50 PDT
Rainbow Fish http://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Fish-1/
Rainbow Fish - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/91CK/HFD1D4IO/F9L91CKHFD1D4IO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/91CK/HFD1D4IO/F9L91CKHFD1D4IO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/91CK/HFD1D4IO/F9L91CKHFD1D4IO.SMALL.jpg makedo-able We collected our chocolate foil and Easter egg wrappings and created something with them, they're so colourful and eye-catching they make the perfect holiday craft material. Here's our Rainbow Box Fish. We gave an old box some fins, a tail, fish lips, an egg carton eye and of course rainbow coloured...
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Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:31:54 PDT
Noah and the Whale http://www.instructables.com/id/Noah-and-the-Whale/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/AVTF/HF23RRMT/FSRAVTFHF23RRMT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/AVTF/HF23RRMT/FSRAVTFHF23RRMT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/AVTF/HF23RRMT/FSRAVTFHF23RRMT.SMALL.jpg abugslife99 I love cardboard. A big box arrived. My daughter Claire and I worked transforming it into a whale I could use as a Photo Booth in the class I was teaching: " Noah and the Whale". We also made origami boats and whales. I have broken out in hives so I might not be thinking clearly and the class might...
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Sun, 7 Apr 2013 20:32:20 PDT
How Kids Tie Shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/How-Kids-Tie-Shoes/
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 18:40:26 PDT
Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt! http://www.instructables.com/id/Glow-in-the-Dark-Easter-Egg-Hunt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/IOCQ/HF23QJFS/FENIOCQHF23QJFS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/IOCQ/HF23QJFS/FENIOCQHF23QJFS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/IOCQ/HF23QJFS/FENIOCQHF23QJFS.SMALL.jpg StuffStephMakes This year I put on an Easter Egg Hunt for my niece and nephews outside, late at night, using Glowing Easter Eggs and the kids loved it! Even the ones that are way too cool for ... well... pretty much everything right now ;) The kids had to have 10 Glowing Eggs in their baskets before they got to hav...
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 18:05:11 PDT
Immunity Syrup http://www.instructables.com/id/Immunity-Syrup/
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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 10:23:07 PDT
Prize Cups for Kids http://www.instructables.com/id/Prize-Cups-for-Kids/
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Mon, 1 Apr 2013 03:54:09 PDT
Easter or Picnic Basket http://www.instructables.com/id/Easter-or-Picnic-Basket/
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Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:10:44 PDT
How to make a warlon bear Paper craft http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-warlon-bear/
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Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:11:38 PDT
Big Mac hand clapping game http://www.instructables.com/id/Big-Mac-hand-clapping-game/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DYK3/HE081D2I/F3ADYK3HE081D2I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DYK3/HE081D2I/F3ADYK3HE081D2I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DYK3/HE081D2I/F3ADYK3HE081D2I.SMALL.jpg ecsaul23 This is one of those hand clapping games most of us grew up with in the 90s but that most youth today dont know so I decided to share it to bring it back in :) This one is meant for groups of people instead of just 2 people like most of these types of games are. The more people, the better. Theres i...
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Fri, 8 Mar 2013 21:23:41 PST
Build/Activity: Indoor Slingshot http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-Indoor-Slingshot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/1Z1R/HDXLXJTL/F4H1Z1RHDXLXJTL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/1Z1R/HDXLXJTL/F4H1Z1RHDXLXJTL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/1Z1R/HDXLXJTL/F4H1Z1RHDXLXJTL.SMALL.jpg designsquad Target practice anyone? Build an indoor slingshot and test your aim and accuracy! For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you need to make your Indoor Slingshot: 2 toilet-paper tubes (or 1 paper-towel tube, cut in half) Tape Single-hole punch (optional) Stubby pe...
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Tue, 5 Mar 2013 15:11:47 PST
SS - Christmas ornaments http://www.instructables.com/id/SS-Christmas-ornaments/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/ZM1F/HDOWA60E/FIBZM1FHDOWA60E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/ZM1F/HDOWA60E/FIBZM1FHDOWA60E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/ZM1F/HDOWA60E/FIBZM1FHDOWA60E.SMALL.jpg abugslife99 I enjoy the creative process of making with children and am inspired by a quote from Walt Disney: "The bright imagination of a child pales in later years if he ceases to exercise it." For Sunday School we made Christmas ornaments using hot glue guns, plastic bottles, glitter, glitter glue, water an...
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Wed, 27 Feb 2013 10:51:41 PST
DIY Kids Whiteboard with Side Opening http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Kids-Whiteboard-with-Side-Opening/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts One of my latest creations for my children were these easy, relatively inexpensive and portable whiteboards. What kids don't LOVE whiteboards?  It's like an etch-a-sketch (a toy from back in my day) but cooler because you can actually control the drawing device where you want it to go. The primary...
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Wed, 27 Feb 2013 07:08:35 PST
Heart in Hand and Star Wars Valentines http://www.instructables.com/id/Heart-in-Hand-and-Star-Wars-Valentines/
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Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:38:07 PST
how to make a pvc clamp rubber pistol http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-pvc-clamp-rubber-pistol/
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Sat, 23 Feb 2013 09:17:43 PST
Spacey looking tshirts http://www.instructables.com/id/Spacey-looking-tshirts/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/U2JL/HD4VG14M/F60U2JLHD4VG14M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/U2JL/HD4VG14M/F60U2JLHD4VG14M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/U2JL/HD4VG14M/F60U2JLHD4VG14M.SMALL.jpg ecsaul23 This is something really quick, easy, and cheap as well as FUN. It is also something that anyone of almost any age can do. I got this craft idea from a student at the local high school who made one and wore it to school. It was so awesome that I had to do it too. You just need: 1. a dark tshirt 2....
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Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:58:10 PST
Build/Activity: String Puppet http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-String-Puppet/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/13IV/HD8TWTAQ/F3W13IVHD8TWTAQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/13IV/HD8TWTAQ/F3W13IVHD8TWTAQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/13IV/HD8TWTAQ/F3W13IVHD8TWTAQ.SMALL.jpg designsquad Design your own puppets and bring them to life with the help of string! For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you need to make your String Puppet!     -3 straight straws (2 narrow, 1 wider)     -Fishing line (or thin string or thread)     -Scissors or single-ho...
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Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:30:10 PST
Build/Activity: Air Cannon http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-Air-Cannon/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/TVK8/HD4VG5OH/F30TVK8HD4VG5OH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/TVK8/HD4VG5OH/F30TVK8HD4VG5OH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/TVK8/HD4VG5OH/F30TVK8HD4VG5OH.SMALL.jpg designsquad Send a pom-pom flying with an air cannon you can build using bottles, bags, balloons and even juice boxes. How far will your air cannon launch a pom-pom? For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you'll need to build your own Air Cannon! -Large paper cup (e.g., 12...
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Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:08:39 PST
Build/Activity: Treasure Grab http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-Treasure-Grab/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/33GL/HD4VPXMV/F3L33GLHD4VPXMV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/33GL/HD4VPXMV/F3L33GLHD4VPXMV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/33GL/HD4VPXMV/F3L33GLHD4VPXMV.SMALL.jpg designsquad Use simple materials to build your very own crazy collector! How many treasures can you grab with it? For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you'll need to build your own Treasure Collector!    Stiff paper or cardboard (e.g., an index card or piece of a cereal bo...
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Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:03:31 PST
Marco's Belt Rack - Designed and built by Dad and Son http://www.instructables.com/id/Marcos-Belt-Rack-Designed-and-built-by-Dad-and-/
Marco's Belt Rack - Designed and built by Dad and Son - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/RR6D/HD4VFT0N/FTXRR6DHD4VFT0N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/RR6D/HD4VFT0N/FTXRR6DHD4VFT0N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/RR6D/HD4VFT0N/FTXRR6DHD4VFT0N.SMALL.jpg togo1919 My 7.8-year-old son and I have been wrestling with belts all over the floor at home.  We've been hanging them on doorknobs, and it just has NOT been working well. So, in order to get him more familiar with CorelDraw so he can do more of his own designing, I proposed that we design a Belt Rack toge...
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Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:31:13 PST
Watch: Repurpose Four Everyday Objects http://www.instructables.com/id/Repurpose-Four-Everyday-Objects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/VETR/HD4VOGYI/FQEVETRHD4VOGYI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/VETR/HD4VOGYI/FQEVETRHD4VOGYI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/VETR/HD4VOGYI/FQEVETRHD4VOGYI.SMALL.jpg designsquad Need an amplifier for your music, or something to hold all your stuff? Watch this clip to learn how to repurpose things around your house -- tennis balls, cardboard paper tubes, dental floss, and CD cases — into something totally new! View more fun videos on the Design Squad Nation website.
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Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:54:11 PST
Cardboard Tube Piggy Bank. http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Tube-Piggy-Bank/
Cardboard Tube Piggy Bank. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/KN08/GLL4UIFS/FFMKN08GLL4UIFS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/KN08/GLL4UIFS/FFMKN08GLL4UIFS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/KN08/GLL4UIFS/FFMKN08GLL4UIFS.SMALL.jpg sajusa99 What did I make? I made a Piggy Bank out of a discarted cable stool.It functions to save money. How did you make it? With the help of my Dad and my brother we disassamble the cable stool geting out the cardboard tube which is the main part of the piggy bank using it as a container for the coins. Whe...
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Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:39:42 PST
Build/Activity: 4-Wheel Balloon Car http://www.instructables.com/id/4-Wheel-Balloon-Car/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/55G1/HD4VFS2M/FO155G1HD4VFS2M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/55G1/HD4VFS2M/FO155G1HD4VFS2M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/55G1/HD4VFS2M/FO155G1HD4VFS2M.SMALL.jpg designsquad Make 4-wheeled, air-powered cars that jet across the floor. Race 'em. Use 'em to play games! For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you need to make your 4-Wheel Balloon Car! Jet: Balloon Flexible straw Rubber band or tape Body (Select one...
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Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:41:34 PST
MakE A LOvE foRT! http://www.instructables.com/id/Romantic-Tent-for-Two/
MakE A LOvE foRT! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/DKQU/HCV90PO5/F6PDKQUHCV90PO5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/DKQU/HCV90PO5/F6PDKQUHCV90PO5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/DKQU/HCV90PO5/F6PDKQUHCV90PO5.SMALL.jpg Aliali322 Want to really surprise your lover this year? Make something unforgettable. Its simple yet very impressive. Here are the things you will need: Curtains, large sheets, scarfs or loose fabric Some type of heavy duty rope, such as twine Scissors Safety pins (at least 4) A long wooden panel\stud whatev...
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Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:05:35 PST
Recycled Crayons for Valentine's Day Kid's Craft http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Crayons-for-Valentines-Day-Kids-Craft/
Recycled Crayons for Valentine's Day Kid's Craft - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/KWXX/HCV9COTQ/FL6KWXXHCV9COTQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/KWXX/HCV9COTQ/FL6KWXXHCV9COTQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/KWXX/HCV9COTQ/FL6KWXXHCV9COTQ.SMALL.jpg BounceyBunny It is my 4-year-old daughter’s first year in preschool, which means it’s the first time she gets to hand out Valentine’s Day gifts. After a considerable amount of searching for suitable craft ideas (since that’s much more fun than buying something pre-made from the store), I came across this excelle...
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Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:53:40 PST
How to Make a Denim Blue Fish from old jeans http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Denim-Blue-Fish-from-old-jeans/
How to Make a Denim Blue Fish from old jeans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/TVYN/HCJO6KMB/F5YTVYNHCJO6KMB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/TVYN/HCJO6KMB/F5YTVYNHCJO6KMB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/TVYN/HCJO6KMB/F5YTVYNHCJO6KMB.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio Recycle your old jeans into this two-tone denim blue fish.  It's real quick and easy to make, and it can be sewn by machine or by hand.   Denim scraps is all you need! Use a wide area to make your fish body on your old jeans, like the bottom of the legs. Sketch a simple and easy fish body about ...
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Sun, 3 Feb 2013 20:37:33 PST
Valentine Hearts Paper Mobile Craft Project http://www.instructables.com/id/Valentine-Hearts-Paper-Mobile-Craft-Project/
Valentine Hearts Paper Mobile Craft Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/98LK/HCJO6KJX/FKD98LKHCJO6KJX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/98LK/HCJO6KJX/FKD98LKHCJO6KJX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/98LK/HCJO6KJX/FKD98LKHCJO6KJX.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio Fun Winter Craft Projects for Kids   How to Make a Valentine Hearts Paper Mobile Craft Project   You will Need:   paper plate red and pink construction paper pipe cleaner ...
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Sun, 3 Feb 2013 20:24:16 PST
How to Make a Valentine Heart Window Cling Craft for kids http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Valentine-Heart-Window-Cling-Craft-f/
How to Make a Valentine Heart Window Cling Craft for kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/F77F/HCJO6KHC/FLQF77FHCJO6KHC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/F77F/HCJO6KHC/FLQF77FHCJO6KHC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/F77F/HCJO6KHC/FLQF77FHCJO6KHC.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio These Valentine window clings are a craft kids will love! And they make pretty Valentine's day decorations too.   How to Make a Homemade Valentine  Heart Window Cling Craft   You will Need:   white scho...
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Sun, 3 Feb 2013 20:12:20 PST
Steps To The Perfect Sleepover http://www.instructables.com/id/Steps-To-The-Perfect-Sleepover/
Steps To The Perfect Sleepover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/B40P/HCJNWGZ4/FP4B40PHCJNWGZ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/B40P/HCJNWGZ4/FP4B40PHCJNWGZ4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/B40P/HCJNWGZ4/FP4B40PHCJNWGZ4.SMALL.jpg agreen1019 So you're son or daughter has just come up to you and asked for a sleepover party. As a parent, at first you think where the heck did all that time go? Your child is growing up! This realization can be surprising at first but as a few seconds pass, you get used to the idea. Now onto the sleepover p...
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Fri, 1 Feb 2013 09:32:42 PST
Doorway Puppet Theater http://www.instructables.com/id/Doorway-Puppet-Theater/
Doorway Puppet Theater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/0F3V/HAWBXOGG/FHR0F3VHAWBXOGG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/0F3V/HAWBXOGG/FHR0F3VHAWBXOGG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/0F3V/HAWBXOGG/FHR0F3VHAWBXOGG.SMALL.jpg hellovillain Entertaining kids is one thing. Entertaining kids in a way which excites their imagination and promotes their creativity is another. That's why, when my brother asked me to make a Doorway Puppet Theater for our nieces, I was more than happy to lend my sewing skills towards a great gift for the litt...
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Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:50:14 PST
DIY HEART KNEE PATCH BABY PANTS http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-HEART-KNEE-PATCH-BABY-PANTS/
DIY HEART KNEE PATCH BABY PANTS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/WN0T/HC9MJC2B/FWZWN0THC9MJC2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/WN0T/HC9MJC2B/FWZWN0THC9MJC2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/WN0T/HC9MJC2B/FWZWN0THC9MJC2B.SMALL.jpg Henry Happened Hi, I'm Stephanie from the blog Henry Happened. If your baby or toddler is on the move, give them a little more cushion for their sweet baby knees with heart knee patches! You will need: A pair of pants Felt A heart template – obviously I love hearts but this would work for any shape. Four leaf ...
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Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:25:23 PST
Light Up Lifts! http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Up-Lifts/
Light Up Lifts! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SMALL.jpg electricthread Remember when you were 5 and there were those wicked light up shoes that your parents NEVER LET YOU HAVE because they were too expensive or some other lame excuse?  Well, fret no more! At Electric Thread, we were inspired by those light up sneakers, and decided to create our own "adult" version. A ...
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Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:15:13 PST
Kid Safe Throwing Star (Popsicle Sticks) http://www.instructables.com/id/Kid-Safe-Trowing-Star-Popsicle-Sticks/
Kid Safe Throwing Star (Popsicle Sticks) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/U0H0/HC3PRAZ9/FPGU0H0HC3PRAZ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/U0H0/HC3PRAZ9/FPGU0H0HC3PRAZ9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/U0H0/HC3PRAZ9/FPGU0H0HC3PRAZ9.SMALL.jpg old_alex When I saw the instructable about the spool racer: http://www.instructables.com/id/Spool-Car/ It brought me back to my childhood where I made many of these, I stated to think back about the toys my father taught me to make on of which was a triangle (or square if you were better) made of Popsicl...
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Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:40:41 PST
Bubble World Ball Pit http://www.instructables.com/id/Ball-Pit/
Bubble World Ball Pit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SMALL.jpg LaurenBroadbent What child doesn't love playing in a ball pit? Instead of going to the local "Chuck E Cheese" why not have your own in the playroom? All you need is an inflatable kiddie pool and plastic balls. Inflate pool Inflate your kiddie pool For one or two toddlers a good size pool is 48" x 10". With ...
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Sat, 19 Jan 2013 10:18:14 PST
Kids Foot Print Penguin Arts and Craft Project http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Foot-Print-Penguin-Arts-and-Craft-Project/
Kids Foot Print Penguin Arts and Craft Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/18Q8/HAQ3DAVK/FI418Q8HAQ3DAVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/18Q8/HAQ3DAVK/FI418Q8HAQ3DAVK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/18Q8/HAQ3DAVK/FI418Q8HAQ3DAVK.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio This penguin art makes a wonderful keepsake with your child's foot print. Kids will have a blast having their feet painted, and you'll both love the little penguin when you are done!   How to Make a Foot Print Penguin Arts and Craft Project   ...
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Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:57:11 PST
Egg Carton Penguin Arts and Crafts Project for Kids http://www.instructables.com/id/Egg-Carton-Penguin-Kids-Arts-and-Crafts-Project/
Egg Carton Penguin Arts and Crafts Project for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/MOFE/HAQ3DARG/FK0MOFEHAQ3DARG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/MOFE/HAQ3DARG/FK0MOFEHAQ3DARG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/MOFE/HAQ3DARG/FK0MOFEHAQ3DARG.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio From egg cartons, paint, and paper you can make this adorable penguin craft with your kids.   How to Make an Egg Carton Penguin Craft Project for Kids   You will Need:   egg carton black, ...
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Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:45:21 PST
Torn Paper Penguin Collage Arts and Crafts Project for Kids http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Torn-Paper-Penguin-Collage-Arts-and-Crafts-Pr/
Torn Paper Penguin Collage Arts and Crafts Project for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/4YUS/HAQ3DAP4/F4N4YUSHAQ3DAP4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/4YUS/HAQ3DAP4/F4N4YUSHAQ3DAP4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/4YUS/HAQ3DAP4/F4N4YUSHAQ3DAP4.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio   Kids can get real creative making this paper penguin collage craft. It's almost like quilting; take paper, rip it apart, and glue it back together to form a scene! In making this penguin project kids will get practice with ripping, cutting, a...
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Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:30:18 PST