Treasure Map!

As of yesterday, we are officially in Summer Reading Program mode.

So here is the first Weekly Craft post for the first week of the Summer Reading Program, a treasure map! These are a lot of fun, and you can make them really easy or really detailed. Here is the link with full instructions: http://theimaginationtree.com/2011/06/diy-pirate-map-and-treasure-hunt-games.html. Enjoy!

Shoebox Foosball!

Why not try to make a miniature Foosball table with the kids that they can play with after?!

This craft should be pretty quick and inexpensive, and here is the link with detailed directions: http://www.u-createcrafts.com/diy-mini-foosball-tableperfect-for-kids/.

Have fun and enjoy!

Another Ocean Theme: Hand-painted Crabs!

This week's craft is going to be all about hand-painting and gluing oceanic scenes!

Here is the link for inspiration and full instructions: http://steffenatelyblessed.blogspot.com/2012/03/ocean-lesson.html. Enjoy!

Marbleized Shaving Cream Drawing!

Kids can have a blast creating these beautiful drawings using shaving cream and liquid watercolor! And who doesn't love playing with shaving cream?

Here is the link with full instructions: http://www.elementaryartfun.blogspot.com/2010/11/marbleizing-with-shaving-cream.html. Enjoy!

Paint Swatch Bookmark!

Do you happen to have spare paint swatches hiding in your junk drawer that you cannot see yourself parting with, but you do not know what to do with either?

If you do not have any on hand, don't worry because they are easy to get! So, try making this colorful upcycled bookmark craft that the kids will enjoy! You can find the image on The Crafty Blog Stalker.

Unfortunately, there are no instructions that I was able to find for you to follow, but all you really need to make these are a handful of your favorite colored paint swatches, some sharpies (preferably black), some ribbon or another decorative string, like yarn, that would look awesome too.

Get creative and have fun!