Candy Corn Keychain Craft

Here is a fun Halloween craft for your tweens and teens. I found this online at allcrafts.net and thought you might enjoy it too.

Books related to our topic--

Candy Corn by James Stevenson                     This is a book of poems, written by James Stevenson. It would be an excellent choice to use to introduce a unit on poetry in the classroom. There are all types of poetry contained in this book. To Purchase

Julius's Candy Corn by Kevin Henkes                                                          Once again Kevin Henkes has written a book to tickle a toddler's funny bone! Any child can surely relate to the temptation of a tasty treat that can be looked at but not touched, and Julius' solution is surprising yet clever. Yes he was a bit naughty, but he really DIDN'T disobey his mum and no harm was done. Any parent who has had a sweet yet mischievous child will appreciate this book and little ones will love the story and pictures. Who can resist cupcakes and a party?  To PURCHASE

In-Jean-ious 3-Ring Binder

I found this really cute craft online and I had to share it. It's a great tween project and I know the tweens and teens will love it.

Grab an old pair of blue jean and use the best parts, from an old pair of blue  and put them to new use on this hard-working 3-ring binder.

From the magazine, Crafts for Kids

Directions:Beautiful Binder Craft

Ice Candle

This is a fun project for the older kids. It's easy and fun but requires some supervision. My sister's and I made these in summer camp years ago. They make a cool gift for you,your Mom or anyone else on your list. 

Ice Candle

Some cool books on candles:

"The latest in the Quick Starts for Kids series, Create Your Own Candles: 30 Easy-To-Make Designs is a guide for readers ages 10 to adult to making candles and candle holders. An easy, fun, and inexpensive activity book, Create Your Own Candles requires little more than wax, wicks, old pans for heating the wax, utensils for stirring and cutting, and suitable glass containers which can be found at secondhand stores. Chapters cover beeswax candles, molded candles, hand-dipped candles, gel candles, and vibrant candle holders that can be made from recycled materials. A list of safety tips, such as the importance of using baking soda or a pot lid to smother a wax fire (water will not extinguish a wax fire because wax floats on water) rounds out this practical and adventurous guide, illustrated with black-and-white sketches throughout. Of course, Create Your Own Candles presumes that younger children will have adult supervision when engaging in this craft, and warns that certain types of wax will render pots and pans too waxy for use in regular cooking. A handy, easy-to-follow walk through for a great craft project, holiday gift making, or family fun activity." Reviewed by:Midwest Book Review    To Purchase

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Heart Charm Bracelet and Watermelon Earrings

I love this bracelet idea. You can make this bracelet for yourself,your Mom,or friends.

It's made with polymer clay. Here is the link for the directions.

HEART CHARM BRACELET




Here is one more cute idea,fresh for summer time and picnics etc... This idea is just a little bit harder but it's really adorable.

Watermelon Earrings

You can buy polymer and all the supplies at places like AC Moore,Michaels and other craft shops in your area and online.

Have fun!!

Friendship Bracelets

Friendship bracelets are fun and easy to make. My daughter learned how to make her first bracelet in third grade by her teacher, Mr. Pulvino. 

Friendship bracelets are one of the major symbols of Friendship. Once you tie it on your friend's wrist it should remain there until it falls off on it's own. You can make all sorts of bracelets in many colors and styles. The bracelets are fun to make at parties,summer camp or just on a lazy day with your friend.


FRIENDSHIP BRACELET DIRECTIONS

Having trouble understanding the written directions? Here is a series of eight videos to teach you step by step.

VIDEO OF HOW TO MAKE FRIENDSHIP BRACELET

Colored Rice Mosaic

I love mosaics. You can make this craft work for all ages. You can make this create designs as simple or as difficult as you like. This craft is a non-toxic alternative to glitter and sand for the young artist. It is inexpensive and a fun craft.

Materials Needed:
           

·        Uncooked white rice

·        Food color

·        Vinegar

·        Foam board or cardboard

Directions:

1.     Place 1/2 cup rice into a bowl.

2.     Add ~ 5 drops of coloring

3.     Add 1/2 tsp. vinegar 

Set the colored rice aside. Spread flat onto a baking sheet. Bake at 200 for 45 min to dry.
***You may wish to make more colors at the same time. 

Be sure to keep the colors separated when baking.  After they dry, you can put them in plastic containers or in plastic baggies.

When ready to do your picture draw it on the cardboard or foam board. Then use white glue and trace the area you wish to color in rice. Do each area of the picture in a selected color and when completed allow to draw for several hours.