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Origami: High Jumping Frog

Origami frogs are always fun. We used to make them & have contests to see which frog jumped the farthest. This model is made from a playing card or a piece of greeting card that is the right shape and size. Because it's a kind of stiff paper rather than regular paper it jumps a lot higher. Be sure to check out the other origami frog … [Read more...]

How to Crochet a Granny Square

The cool thing about making granny squares is that you can take it with you just about anywhere to work on. You just attach the squares to each other later. Learn to crochet a simple granny square and you can make all sorts of things including the Super Mario Throw (see link below in the labels). Click title for link at Instructables. … [Read more...]

How to Make Heart-Shaped Fabric Yo-Yo’s

These are just darling with a button in the center. With Valentine's Day coming up, these are perfect for many projects. Add them to cards, purses, necklaces, hairbows, boxes, etc. Use scrap fabric in valentine colors, pastels, brights, whatever.You could make a cute garland out of these also. They could be cute in a little girl's room or on a … [Read more...]

How to Dry Acorns for Crafts and Decor

I took a lovely walk today enjoying the colors of the leaves. Good for the body and the soul. I found a fair amount of acorns that were nice & chubby from a good growing year. I want to add them to my fall/winter bowls of nuts, leaves, & fake fruit. But I don't want any little critters crawling out of them into my home.So here is how to dry them in … [Read more...]

Make Fake Gemstones from Craft Marbles

Craft marbles are those flat on one side glass rounds that come in various colors. Some are opaque, but most are clear. This technique make them into fake gems. You can use them in lots of ways, including in costumes where you want a medieval look.See also the similar projects using these craft marbles on the right side of the linked page.Click … [Read more...]

Make a Braided Bracelet

These are pretty amazing. Check out the video.Click title for link to article & video. … [Read more...]

Sew a Girl’s Headband

This is a really easy project & a very sweet-looking girl shows how to make this back-to-school headband. Some older girls will like it too.Great for recycling old clothes too!Click title for link. … [Read more...]

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