March is almost here!!! Spring feels so close even though the temperature dropped back into the 20s after being so mild all weekend. But you know what they say about March. "In like a lion and out like a lamb."
You can be ready for the beginning of March and it's almost-spring-like blustery days by making your own paper cup anemometer for measuring the wind speed! Just click on the link for a full tutorial: Paper Cup Anemometer
Crafts for kids and their grown-ups from the Rochester Public Library Children's Room
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Paper Cup Anemometer
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Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Glitter Paint Snowman
Snow is in the forecast yet again! Making a glitter paint snowman may not sound all that interesting, but wait until you see what you use to paint with!! You could also use beads and googly eyes to give this sparkly snowman some 3D features! Just follow the link to find out how to make this shimmering snow guy or gal! Glitter Paint Snowman
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Woven Felt Heart
Here is a wonderfully creative way to give a Valentine to someone you love. A woven felt heart!! Not only does this Valentine look really neat, it is also a basket which makes it perfect for adding a card or candy! All you need to make it is felt and scissors. No glue required! (Unless you add a handle) Hurry up and make a few today! There are only 3 days left until Valentines Day!
Follow the link for the full tutorial: Woven Felt Heart Tutorial
Follow the link for the full tutorial: Woven Felt Heart Tutorial
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Popsicle Stick Photo Puzzle
A craft that you can have fun with even after you make it is a Popsicle Stick Photo Puzzle! You only need a few items to make this craft. (The hardest part is waiting for the mod-podge to dry!) You can put numbers on the popsicle sticks for hints when you're putting the puzzle back together, or leave them off for an extra challenge! For a full tutorial just click on the link: Photo Puzzle
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